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'''Why did my Protector Plus go off by itself?'''
 
'''Why did my Protector Plus go off by itself?'''
  
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There are a number of things to check:
 
There are a number of things to check:
  
*The DM10A motion sensors employ passive infrared (PIR.) If they are facing a window and the sun is reflecting off the glass, it can create heat and cause the motion sensor to trigger.  
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*The MS10A motion sensors employ passive infrared (PIR.) If they are facing a window and the sun is reflecting off the glass, it can create heat and cause the motion sensor to trigger. Heating and AC vents can also trigger sensors.
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*If your door is loose and wind presses up against your door, the magnets may separate slightly causing your door window sensor to trigger.  
 
*If your door is loose and wind presses up against your door, the magnets may separate slightly causing your door window sensor to trigger.  
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*Double check the batteries in your sensors.
 
*Double check the batteries in your sensors.

Latest revision as of 22:12, 28 May 2014

Question

Why did my Protector Plus go off by itself?

Answer

There are a number of things to check:

  • The MS10A motion sensors employ passive infrared (PIR.) If they are facing a window and the sun is reflecting off the glass, it can create heat and cause the motion sensor to trigger. Heating and AC vents can also trigger sensors.
  • If your door is loose and wind presses up against your door, the magnets may separate slightly causing your door window sensor to trigger.
  • Double check the batteries in your sensors.