I have a number of Pyronix KX15DQ 15m Digital Quad PIR Grade 2’s installed in my home on a Texecom Premier Elite system.
I’ve had a couple of false alarms recently (and have had much support from people on this forum - thanks). I’ve checked voltage, wiring, insects, etc. but discovered something much more profound today...
My lounge has two wooden doors. I wanted to check if these doors flapping around (or similar objects) could activate the PIR. I placed my camera in the room facing the PIR. I then tied a string to the door handle and stood outside the room, behind a block built wall. I learnt that this door fully closing, activated the PIR every time. I tried the same test with both doors and got the same results! I.e. no heat or human movement
This is completely contrary to what I’ve read about the workings of Quad PIR’s and I now wonder what else maybe triggering these PIR’s.
Can someone please provide their expertise as this feels very inadequate to me.
I’ve had a couple of false alarms recently (and have had much support from people on this forum - thanks). I’ve checked voltage, wiring, insects, etc. but discovered something much more profound today...
My lounge has two wooden doors. I wanted to check if these doors flapping around (or similar objects) could activate the PIR. I placed my camera in the room facing the PIR. I then tied a string to the door handle and stood outside the room, behind a block built wall. I learnt that this door fully closing, activated the PIR every time. I tried the same test with both doors and got the same results! I.e. no heat or human movement
This is completely contrary to what I’ve read about the workings of Quad PIR’s and I now wonder what else maybe triggering these PIR’s.
Can someone please provide their expertise as this feels very inadequate to me.