Customers frequently asked questions about Solar Beam systems

1、How many zones can connect to panel?

For the moment ,we have 9 sets of host unit , the least one support 4 defense zones, the most one can be up to 1000 zones. If you wanna more zones, we can make according to your requirement.

2、Are your devices working at low temperature (-2 to 15 degrees) in winter time, (17 to 55 degrees) during summer time?

Our detector supported working temperature range :-30C~70C.

We have been sold this product more than 10 years, we have long-term partner in bad weather countries such as Russia、Africa.

3、Are these solar alarms compatible with ademco alarm systems?

We total have 9 sets of alarm host:

Ademco available:HB-BJQ560-A; HB-BJQ560-B; HB-2020C;HB-3030C;HB-G250.

Ademco unavailable: HB-MFR;HB-2020A;HB-3030A;HB-G10

4、what distances can products achieve?

The infrared detection distance for infrared beamsInfrared beam am is 100 meter, for infrared grating is 10 meter and for infrared light wall is 20-50 meter. The wireless transmission distance is 800-1000 meter. It meets FCC and CE certificate.

5、Do you need a tool to calibrate the transmitter and receiver beams?

Laser pointer is used for calibration of detection distance exceed 50 meter. HB-T001Q3+ has built-in calibrator already.

1. Infrared grating series: no need laser pointer, because the infrared distance is only 10m , you just need make sure the grating be installed in the same horizontal and vertical plane.
2. Garden Light&Detector series:no need laser pointer, because the infrared distance is only 20m-50m , you just need make sure the Detector be installed in the same horizontal and vertical plane.
3. Photoelectric beam sensor series: Infrared distance is 100m. You need to use the laser pointer. HB-T001Q3+ is with built-in LCD calibrator and not need extra laser pointer.

 Remarks :After installation, verify the sensors whether be well mounted.(watch the video and the manuals).

6、I need to know how to match the beams with each type of system and how they work?

• Firstly: turn on the sensors
• Secondly: set the alarm host into coding status
• Thirdly: trigger the sensor, so the alarm host can remember the sensor

We have 9 types hosts working as wireless receiver. The steps of programming is different. Please read the manual and watch video for guidance.

7、What is the lifespan of the standby battery?

The lifespan of the battery is more than 10 years.Firstly,Our battery is LFP battery ,its cycle recharge time is 2000 times.Secondly,the capacity of the battery is 500mAh, while standby current consume only 0.5mAh,the sensors can normally work more than 15days without solar charging. So we can got: 2000times (LFP battery cycle recharge time)X15days(standby time)=30000days(about 82 years),deduct any other factors,10 years is available.

8、Please tell me more about perimeter defense. If total fence length to protect is 2800 meters, how many pairs beams are needed?

The working principle of our sensors is the same as wired sensor. One pair beams is needed for every 100 meter. If there is corner or wall is not straight, then add more beams.

Remarks: If wireless distance between sensor and host unit exceed 3km,Signal Repeater (HB-ZFQ) is suggested, one Repeater can enlarge wireless distance 3km,currently we support 4 grades, that’s say we can use 4 ZFQ without signal interference, and wireless distance:4-levels transmission X1km/grade=4000m.so more larger defense area is realized.

9、Does the beam system work at days without sunshine,  like UK climate?

Firstly, Our solar panel is made of amorphous material. It can convert light to electric even in cloudy or rainy days,without any direct sunshine. While at rainy days ,the solar panel can generate 2mA current to the battery .

Secondly, the static power of our sensors is only 1% of traditional wired

sensor(static power:0.5mA).Besides:the sensors have high-capacity LFP battery inside,can keep the sensors working much more than 15 days without charging.

10、What is the extension of the wireless signal of the signal repeater HB-ZFQ?

Without any obstruction, one transponder can enlarge 3KM wireless distance. Currently we support 4 grades transmission, that’s say we can use 4 ZFQ without signal interference. wireless distance:4 grades transmission X3km/grade=12KM.

11、Is there a signal repeater HB-ZFQ with solar panel?

For the moment, we don’t have solar wireless signal repeater.If that’s necessary to your project, we’ll provide a solar powered device for the repeater.

12、Also please confirm if the wireless link is one way or duplex?

Our wireless link is one way, that is to say sensors transmit wireless signal to host , but host cant send signal to control the sensors. While our sensors will self-check every 2 minutes, if any problem (e.g. low-battery、invalid、light interference etc.) ,Sensors will immediately report to host.

13、What is the mechanism your system uses in order to detect stealing of sensors or jammer the signal in order to tamper the system?

Firstly, the working principle of our sensors is Active infrared detecting, so if any terminal is moved or damaged, sensors will report to host at once. Same time,host will indicate abnormity (e.g. alarming ,invalid , light interference).

Secondly ,the wireless transmission technology we made is FSK + FHSS technology,it has strong ability to anti-interference.( e.g. once sensor was Triggered), it will send 3 signals to host (3 different frequency points),and host can receive these signals independently. This anti-interference technology makes our products more competitive in same line.

14、Do they check status with the sensors , like a test signal? How often?

Our solar sensors will self-check every 2 minutes, if any problem (e.g. low-battery、invalid、 light interference etc.) ,Sensors will immediately report to host.

15、Do your sensors have anti-masking features?

The sensors adopt FSK + FHSS technology，it has strong ability to anti-interference. i.e. once sensor was triggered, it will send 3 signals to host(3 different frequency points),and host can receive these signals independently. This anti-interference technology makes our products more competitive in same line.

16、Do the sensors come with the brackets?

Brackets for sensors are not included in package. If necessary, we’ll configure brackets to your order,but it’s better to purchase in your location, common size is OK.

17、What frequency is this transmitting on and do you have GSM notification by text to cellphones for your products?Our frequency 433MHz (FSK+FHSS technology) once sensor was triggered, it will send 3 signals to host(3 different frequency points),and host can receive these signal independently. This anti-interference technology makes our products more competitive in same line.

Host support GSM is :HB-BJQ-560B,HB-G10.

18、Our main concern is how to communicate your system to an Out sourced Monitoring Service?

Solution 1:using the switch outputs to linkage the monitoring service.

Sensors ’ Wireless Signal— � host/adapter—- � switch outputs interface– � control

surveillance device (DVR)

1. HB-MFR, support 4 switch outputs;
2. HB-ZJQ-3,support 8 switch outputs
3. If you wanna not only DVR ,but also need LED lights indicate detailed sensor’s zones and locations(as electric map), suggest : HB-G250(engineering host )+HB-LD(linkage module),HB-LD includes : 32 switch outputs and 120 pieces LED lights

Solution 2: using the internet to linkage the monitoring service. Network module–�surveillance device (suitable for more range project)HB-G250(engineer host) and HB-WT(network module) is a Unit ,and we offer SDK data.

19、the wireless is APPROVED for Canada？ What frequency is it? And how far will it work?

Our products was certificated by FCC and CE, and we have many regular Canadian customers, its standard for Canadian frequency. The sensors adopt 433MHz(FSK + FHSS) transmission technology，that to say once sensor was triggered ,it will send three signals(different frequency points) to host. and host can receive these signals independently. This anti-interference technology makes our products more competitive in same line.

20、Are these just sensors or do they act like an alarm system that can report to A central monitoring station for supervision.

We provide the burglar alarm system;

Firstly, we total have 9 sets of alarm host:

Ademco available:HB-BJQ560-A; HB-BJQ560-B; HB-2020C;HB-3030C;HB-G250.

Ademco unavailable: HB-MFR;HB-2020A;HB-3030A;HB-G10

Secondly, our sensor will self-check every 2 minutes, if any problem (e.g. low-battery、invalid、 light interference etc.) ,Sensor will immediately report to host.So that user can make solution at first time.

Thirdly, We have other accessories to realize other functions.

A、433MHz Signal Repeater (HB-ZFQ)

B、433MHz wireless signal to switch-out adapter(HB-ZJQ-3&HB-MFR)

C、linkage module

Remarks: If wireless distance between sensor and host unit exceed 3km,Signal Repeater (HB-ZFQ) is suggested, one Repeater can enlarge wireless distance 3km,currently we support 4 grades, that’ s say we can use 4 ZFQ without signal interference, and wireless distance:4-levels transmission X1km/grade=4000m.so more larger defense area is realized.

21、But I’m wondering if the sensibility could be adjusted?

Most of our sensors’ sensitivity can be adjusted by customers. Kindly attention that unusual sensitivity will result in false alarm, such as free falling object. Adjust sensors’ sensitivity as follows:

1. PIR series:there is a Jumper inside–30S/120S(Item No.HB-T201;HB-T205)
2. Infrared detector series(Items those can be hand-made):

Regular sensitivity alarming time:200ms (HB-T001S4;HB-T001S8;HB-T001Q3+;HB-T001Q4;HB-T001Q6;HB-T001Q8) Regular sensitivity alarming time:100ms (HB-T002A8;HB-T002S8;HB-T002S8-D)

Ways to adjust sensibility: restart the sensors(both transmitter and receiver)–long time press the receiver’s on/off button 10 seconds–after one beep–press the receiver’s on/off button 5 times(sensitivity time-200ms);press the receiver ’ s on/off button 6 times(sensitivity time–100ms)—OK

Ways to rematch the infrared light of the sensors: restart the sensors(both transmitter and receiver)–long time press the receiver’s on/off button 10 seconds–after one beep–press the receiver’s on/off button 4 times—OK

Adjust only by factory: HB-T001Q2;HB-T001Q3

22、What happens if a bee, or a bird passes through the IR-fence?Bee or bird flying cant trigger the sensor?

Bee of Bird flying will not trigger the sensors

Firstly, if obstacle freely falls and pass through defense area, sensors will not alarm.

Secondly, if 3 infrared holes can’t completely blocked by material, sensors will not alarm.

So, compared with other sensors,our products more effective in reducing false alarm.

23、The IR beams works at 433 MHz?, Could work with other alarms also at 433MHz, or only with your alarm host?

The sensors adopt 433MHz (FSK+FHSS technology) once sensor was triggered, it will send 3 signals to host (3 different frequency points),and host can receive these signals independently. This anti-interference technology makes our products more competitive in same line.

Moreover, the code modulation of our detectors is private protocol, so the detectors are hardly directly match up with third-party 433Mhz alarm host.But we have two ways to contact with third party host.

Firstly ,we have switch outputs adapter to convert wireless signal to wired signal to third-party host(on condition that third-party host has wired zones)

Secondly, Send detailed technical parameters of your host to us,we’ll adjust our sensors and pair with your host ,need to mention that will reduce wireless distance and anti-interference function.

Notice for wiring FC-7448 bus-line alarm system

FC-7448 bus-line alarm system is meian tech FOCUS brand large business security, community security, commercial security system. It adopts new technology PC and security communication method. It is popularly used by security service. There are many optional accessories for system expansion. They are telephone line monitor module, RS232 interface module and micro- printer, monitored circuit input module, bus-type detectors.  Below is the notice and guide to help wiring FC-7448 bus-line alarm system.

1. It is best to wire all modules and detectors to alarm control panel with one bus-line cable. If it is not available, then it is best to have branch line longer than 300m. The wiring cable should keep distance from strong interference cables such as 220V AC power cable and fluorescent lamp etc. and avoid to wire in parallel with them.
2. If the wiring cable length is more than 1.5km,then FC-7425 bus-line separator is needed. One FC-7425 can extend as long as 1.5km (RVV2*1.5mm  cable is used). If more than one FC-7425 is used, then the extended distance depends on the cable used and the performance environment.
3. Power supply: Generally centralized power supply is used, that is all devices or some nearest devices share a power supply. All devices should have enough working power supply, if not, then additional power supply device is needed. When multiple power supply devices are working together, then connect the ground of all the power supplies together and connect to the black end of alarm panel. Each power supply device positive terminal connects to its supplied devices.
4. Connect all the wires’shield together and connect to power ground with one end only(no multiple ground).
5. Connect all modules to bus-line. The module address DIP switch is binary, and any two module addresses can not be the same. Connect detectors to modules.
6. After complete all wiring works, check the wiring of all the devices in turn to see if there is missed and misplaced wiring. Use multiple-meter to check whether or not there is short-circuit between all wiring.
7. Ensure all wiring are correct and turn on the power. If there are multiple power supplies, remember to turn on alarm panel power supply at last.

How to set up driveway alarm systems

Entry driveway alert is necessary for flat house families safety. Even if you live in wealthy and civilized country, there is still theft and burglary. Maybe the unbalanced society is the cause for it. However, try the best to prevent crime and keep safety is the best way and only way we can do.

warning of visitors

How to set up driveway alarm systems? The system is a set of wireless driveway sensors, solar-powered photoelectric beams sensor is the typical one, and alert siren strobe or wireless receiver.

How does the driveway alert system work? When the car or someone pass through the driveway, the alert system will trigger alarm with sound and light outdoor on the wall and inside. It can be used as reminder of home owner back if it is necessary. Without getting near the house, entry action is known as alert or warning.

How is it easy and reliable to use the wireless solar-powered photoelectric beams driveway alert system? No false alarm from birds, lizards, winds or fallen leaves. No any wiring is needed for power or for signal transmitting.

There are two packages of driveway alert security system. One package is one pair beams sensor with outdoor solar-powered siren strobe. Another package is one pair beams sensor with indoor wireless receiver.

Wireless alert system

How is sensor important for smart home

Sensing technology is important for smart home system. With sensors, the environment change can be sensed and reported to controller for analysis, the controller then commands the device adjusting and responding. The smart home system is the real automatic running smart system.

How is sensor important for smart home. How does the sensing technology change and improve the smart home system functions? Below we will analyze it.

1. Sensors provide abundant data and enable artificial intelligence of smart home system

With sensors, the smart home system will be more programmable. Home is more visible and environment change is quantized and smart home system can automatically running according to change of reality. Everything can be a virtual device and is connected. Everything is intelligent and can learn and respond. So, the smart home system can provide suitable service automatically.

2. Sensor is connection of house appliance

With sensors, the house appliance such as lighting, curtain, air conditioner, cooker can be set according to the model. So, the home is smart.

3. Only with sensing technology, the smart functions can be realized

Smart home system is based on home, with building management, network communication, house appliance automation controlling and comfort functions.

Only with sensing technology, the home model can be set and remote controlled.

4. With sensing technology, no need manual operation

The smart home system can automatically respond to environment without manual operation or input. Various sensors can work together and largely improve smart home intelligence.

5. Sensing technology is needed for products digital

The improvement of smart home system relies on digital products. Sensors adding is the way to improve the products to digital products. So, the products information can be connected, transformed, saved, judged, analyzed and executed.

6. The sensors function can be expanded with application of smart home system

The sensors can be with multiple functions when it is used for smart home system. For example, infrared detector PIR, when it is used for burglar alarm system, it is a motion sensor only to trigger alarm. But when it is used for smart home system, it can be used as motion sensor when the system armed; it can be used as sensor light when the system is disarmed. With multiple sensors and adding logical analysis, it can be used as elders monitor alarm sensor.

FAS design notice

Fire alarm system (FAS) design is standard and coded for execution. The initial design is the same by default. But there are some important notice to take attention on the design phrase. Many posts suggest and imply how to design fire alarm systems for people starting out fire alarm system design. According to the fire alarm system project requirement, the specific details and codes of fire alarm design may be varied. But remember fire alarm system is a system detecting problems and notifying people with sound and light. So, both detection system and notifying system should work effectively.

Notice 1: About wiring circuit of FAS: there are two type wiring circuit: T circuit and ring circuit. We suggest to use ring circuit. If one detector is fault, it can be easy inspected with ring circuit and hard to inspect with T circuit. Ring circuit is more reliable than T circuit for the whole system. If circuit is cut, ring circuit system can be found with fault and T circuit may be not.

Notice 2: About stairway fire emergency broadcast. Stairwell is an independent detection area and stairway fire emergency broadcast is an independent notify area as well. The design is to improve and ensure the system security and reliability.

Notice 3: Setting up short circuit isolator. Short circuit isolator is needed for the FAS. Generally one short circuit isolator is needed for every 15 elements and not a detection circuit. That can raise the FAS reliability.

Notice 4: Every element should be numbered on the system construction drawing. It helps management of every department.

Notice 5: If the detector is installed in hidden place, such as the ceiling under the floor, then the independent indicator is needed for notification of its working status.

Notice 6: Using with sounder detector in bedroom to notify people in sleep. The public area audio video notification device may be not loud enough to wake up sleep people in bedroom, so, detector with sounder is needed.

Read more about fire alarm system design, fire alarm control panel manual at vedard alarm system support forum