High-Pitched Sounds: Frequencies like glass shattering, a dropped box of metal objects, or clapping hands, can activate the sensor. Thuds: Some sensors require hearing a 'thud' of an object striking the glass before the 'crash' of breaking glass.
Glass Break detectors have a few false alarm triggers which are more common than others. Dogs barking and jumping can cause false triggers, often jumping against a window and barking at passersby (or leaves/plastic bag like my dog).
A glass break sensor provides an additional layer of security by monitoring sound and/or vibrations on a glass surface. These devices are being activated by shock waves or sounds originating from glass being shattered.
You can trip a 2GIG GB1 Glass Break Detector by making a sound that strongly resembles the sound of breaking glass. You will need both the "thud" of an object striking glass, along with the "shattering" of glass itself. The best way to make this sound is with a glass break simulator.
Glass-break detectors are effective tools for protecting your home. Both shock and acoustic detectors alert you if a burglar tries to break the glass in your doors or windows. While window contact sensors can tell you if a burglar tries to raise a window, they don't work if the thief instead breaks the window's glass.
The light patterns on your Glass Break Sensor will help you identify if it's working well or not. When you press the setup button on the front of the device, you may see: Three green flashes, a pause, followed by three green flashes. That means it is ready to connect to your Base Station.
Cons of glass break alarms:
Different loud sounds and/or vibrations can trigger false alarms. Don't do anything to prevent glass from breaking. Professional thieves may know how to avoid triggering glass break sensors.
Using both glass break sensors and motion sensors enhance a security system's capabilities. However, for budget conscious consumers, we usually suggest using motion sensors before glass break sensors. Reliable security is achievable using door sensors and window sensors and well placed motions.
The Honeywell FG-1625 is a hard wired Glass Break Detector and will not produce any chirping. If a user is hearing chirping, the first thing to do is check the keypad. If there is no trouble showing on the keypad the chirping is not coming from any device connected to the alarm panel.
A traditional motion sensor gets tripped by anything that crosses its sensors, including your pets.
Because glass break sensors work by analyzing sound frequency, it is possible that certain sensors will be set off by a loud dog bark or even a powerful gust of wind.
Additionally, taking the batteries out and putting them back in again can work. For some sensors, it's necessary to press the button on the glass break sensor a set number of times, pause, then press it again. That resets the sensor and allows it to continue working normally.
Glass break detectors often require: Amplification and filtering of both low-frequency (< 300 Hz) and subsequent high-frequency (> 9kHz) glass break sounds. Reduced maintenance through battery-powered designs with long battery life. Ultra-low-power wireless communication with 2.4-GHz and Sub-1-GHz networks.
Shock glass break detectors
Shock detectors are installed directly on the glass surface and react to vibrations or shock waves caused by an attempt to break the glass. They are highly sensitive and can detect even minor attempts to tamper with or break the glass.
A multimeter is a device used to measure voltage, current, and resistance. It is an essential tool for checking if a sensor is working correctly. To use a multimeter, you need to connect it to the sensor and check if the readings are within the expected range. The expected range can be found in the sensor's datasheet.
The red light means attention is needed
With security systems that offer a number of good options, a red light on a glass break sensor means it's time to troubleshoot.
We recommend placing the Glassbreak Sensor within 20 feet of the window you want to protect, facing the glass. If you have heavy curtains within your home, you may want to adjust the Glassbreak Sensor to be within 5-10 feet of that window.
Test the detector by standing in front of the glassbreak detector and playing a simulated glassbreak sound. To test the glassbreak detector: This may cause your system to alarm. Please make all occupants of the home or business aware that the siren may sound and that it is only a test.
You will generally want at least one acoustic glass break sensor in each room that is vulnerable to a glass-break entry.
Where should I install Glass Break Sensors? Mount the Glass Break Sensor at least 7 feet off the ground and within 25 feet of any glass windows or doors inside your home. You may also choose to mount it on the ceiling or place the device on a shelf.
Door and window sensors are only effective if the door or window is opened. If an intruder instead decides to break the glass of the window to enter your home, the window sensor won't trigger the alarm. A glass break sensor will trigger the alarm when it detects the sound and vibration of the glass breaking.
Expected battery life is up to 3 years with the included batteries. Battery life is dependent on device settings, usage, environment, and other factors.