Glass break sensors are designed to detect when windows or other glass break. We’ll show you a glass break sensor installation and explain how glass break sensors work. How Glass Break Sensors Work Glass break sensors look for 2 things: 1. The sonic vibration created when an object hits a window. 2. The sound and […]
Category: Sensors & Detectors
Motion Detectors in a Security System
A motion detector is designed to detect any kind of motion and uses heat patterns in a room to detect movement. We’ll walk you through a wireless motion detector installation and explain how motion detectors work. Looking for Heat Motion detectors look for heat, but certain wired kinds can also look for microwave reflections or […]
Door Sensors in a Security System
Also called a door position switch, door sensors monitor if a door is opened or closed. But how? Many door sensors use a magnet to determine the position of the door. This magnet is often placed at the top of the door. Inside each door sensor is a read switch, or two metal pieces, inside […]