Visonic GB501PG2 Wireless glassbreak detector User Manual D 303371 GB 501 PG2 Installation Instructions
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GB-501 PG2
WirelessPowerGTwo‐wayGlass‐breakDetector
Installation Instructions
1. INTRODUCTION
The GB-501 PG2 is a wireless PowerG Two-way Glass-break detector designed to detect the breaking of framed glass mounted in an outside
wall.
The GB-501 PG2 combines two modules:
The Sentrol Inc. ShatterPro™ acoustic sensor with Pattern Recognition Technology™ (Protected under U.S. Patent 5,192,931)
The Visonic Ltd. MC-302 PG2 transmitter
A
B
A. Microphone
B. Detection indicator
Figure 1. General View
B
A
A. PowerG transmitter module
B. Acoustic sensor module
Figure 2. Module Identification
1.1 Acoustic Sensor
The acoustic sensor module of the GB-501 PG2 is omni-directional, providing 360° coverage. Coverage is measured from the sensor to the point
on the glass farthest from the sensor (see Fig. 3). The sensor can be mounted as close as 1 m (3.3 ft) from the glass.
Figure 3. Typical Range Measurement
When mounted on opposite wall or adjoining walls, the range is 6 m (20 ft) for plate, tempered, laminated and wired glass.
When mounted on the ceiling, the maximum range is 6 m (20 ft) for plate, tempered, laminated and wired glass
For armor-coated glass, mount the sensor no more than 3.65 m (12 ft) from the glass.
1.2 PowerG Transmitter
The acoustic sensor shares its housing with a miniature transmitter using PowerG 2-way communications protocol.
Upon alarm (glass break detection), a digital message is transmitted, composed of the PowerG ID followed by various status and message-type
markers. Alarm and other data are thus forwarded to the wireless alarm control panel.
The GB-501 PG2 is protected by a front tamper switch and back tamper switch that is activated when the cover is removed or when the base is
forcibly detached from the wall. In a tamper situation, a message is transmitted with the “tamper alert” marker ON.
A periodic supervision message, distinguished by a specific marker, is transmitted automatically. The wireless control panel is thus informed, at
regular intervals, of the sensor’s active participation in the system.
A red LED mounted on the transmitter PCB (visible only when the cover is off) lights whenever alarm or tamper events are reported. The LED
does not light while a supervision message is being transmitted.
2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Optimizing Detection and Avoiding False Alarms
For best detection, avoid installing in:
Rooms with lined, insulating, or sound deadening drapes.
Rooms with closed wooden window shutters inside.
For best false alarm immunity:
Avoid 24-hour loop applications (perimeter loop OK).
Don't use where white noise, such as air compressor noise, is present (a blast of compressed air may cause a false alarm).
Avoid rooms smaller than 3 x 3 m (10 x 10 ft) and rooms with multiple noise sources such as small kitchens, glass booths noisy areas,
garages, small bathrooms, etc.
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Areas to avoid:
Glass airlocks and glass vestibule areas
Noisy kitchens
Residential car garages
Small utility rooms
Stairwells
Small bathrooms
Other small acoustically live rooms. For glass break protection in such applications, use shock sensors on the windows or window frames.
Do Not Install In Humid Rooms The Wireless GB-501 PG2 is not hermetically sealed. Excess moisture on the circuit board can eventually cause
a short and a false alarm.
Avoid 24-Hour Loop Applications The GB-501 PG2 is recommended for perimeter loops and is designed to function in occupied area. In 24-
hour loop applications, where the sensor is armed all day and all night, the false alarm prevention technology will be pushed to its limit. Some
sounds can duplicate the glass break pattern the acoustic sensor detects.
Install the GB-501 PG2 on a perimeter loop which is armed whenever the door and window contacts are armed.
Protecting Occupied Areas
The false alarm immunity is best in rooms with only moderate noise. For 24-hour occupied area protection, use shock sensors.
Proper Testing
The GB-501 PG2 is designed to detect the breaking of framed glass mounted in an outside wall. Testing the sensor with unframed glass, broken
bottles, etc., may not trip the sensor. The sensor typically does not trip to glass breaking in the middle of the room. No burglar breaks glass in the
middle of a room, so such “breaks” are false alarms.
NOTE: GB-501 PG2 may not consistently detect cracks in glass, or bullets which break through the glass. Glass-break sensors should always be
backed up by interior protection.
For best false alarm immunity the sensor should be located at least 1.2 m (4 ft) away from noise sources (televisions, speakers, sinks, doors,
etc.). The sensor must always be in direct line of sight of all protected windows. It cannot consistently detect glass breaking around corners, in
other rooms, etc. Front or back, up or down orientation is not necessary.
2.2 Sound Travel Considerations
Since the sound of breaking glass travels directionally out from the broken window, the best location for mounting the sensor is on the opposite
wall - assuming the glass to be protected is within the sensor's range and line of sight. The ceiling and adjoining (side) walls are also good sensor
locations. A ceiling mounted sensor will have better detection if positioned 2 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft) away from the protected glass into the room.
As with all glass-break sensors, detection is reduced with same-wall mounting, since such detection is partially dependent on glass break sound
reflecting off the opposite wall. Test the range with a Sentrol 5709C unit held flat against the glass. There may be a reduction in range, depending
on room acoustics.
2.3 Preparing the Unit
1. Use a screwdriver to separate the cover from the base, as shown in
Figure 4.
You will find inside a nylon bag with the battery, two masonry
anchors (wall plugs) and two mounting screws.
Figure 4. Opening the Unit
2. Get to know the items indicated in Fig. 5 - they are all relevant to the
steps you will have to take in the course of installation.
A B
F
E
C D
A. Battery C. Transmit Indicator E. Mounting holes
B. Tamper switch D. Enroll button F. Detection indicator
Figure 5. Inside View
3. Insert the battery into
the battery clips, as
shown in Figures 6
and 7.
Observe Polarity!
Caution!
Risk of explosion if
battery is replaced by an
incorrect type. Dispose of
used battery according to
manufacturer's
instructions.
A
B
A. Negative terminal
B. Positive terminal
Figure 6. Battery Insertion
Use only Lithium CR-123 type battery, Panasonic, Sanyo or GP.
A
A. Properly seated battery
Figure 7. Battery in Place
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4. Click the front tamper switch once and release it to reset the
transmitter at power up.
Note: Since the cover is removed and power is applied, a tamper
situation exists.
Figure 8. Resetting the Unit
Attention! The GB-501 PG2 has a back tamper switch under the PCB.
As long as the PCB is seated firmly within the base, the switch lever
will be pressed against a special break-away base segment that is
loosely connected to the base (Figure 9). Be sure to fasten the break-
away segment to the wall. If the detector unit is forcibly removed from
the wall, this segment will break away from the base, causing the
tamper switch to open!
B
A
A. Mounting holes B. Break-away base segment
Figure 9. GB-501 PG2 Internal View
2.4. ENROLLMENT
Refer to the PowerMaster panel's Installer Guide and follow the procedure under the "02:ZONES/DEVICES" option of the Installer Menu.
A general description of the procedure is provided in the following flow chart.
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
Enter the Installer menu
and select
“02:ZONES/DEVICES”
Select "ADD NEW
DEVICE" Option
See Note
Enroll the device or Enter
the device ID
Select the desired Zone
Number
Configure Location &
Zone Type Parameters
means scroll and select
3. LOCAL DIAGNOSTICS TEST
Before testing, separate the base from the cover (see Figure 4).
A. Press the tamper switch once and release it.
B. After 2 seconds the transmit indicator blinks 3 times.
The following table indicates received signal strength indication.
LED response Reception
Green LED blinks Strong
Orange LED blinks Good
Red LED blinks Poor
No blinks No communication
IMPORTANT! Reliable reception must be assured. Therefore, "poor" signal strength is not acceptable. If you receive a "poor" signal from
the device, re-locate it and re-test until a "good" or "strong" signal strength is received.
Note: For detailed Diagnostics Test instructions refer to the control panel Installer Guide.
Z
06.
Z
ONE TYPE
Z
06.
L
OCATION
ID No. 160
-
X
XXX
Z
04:Glass Break
E
NTR ID:XXX
-
X
XXX
E
NROLL NOW or
A
DD NEW DEVI
C
ES
0
2.ZONES/DEVICES
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4. TESTING PROCEDURES
4.1 How Does the Test Mode Works
The Pattern Recognition Technology™ of the GB-501 PG2, ignores most false alarm sounds, including glass-break testers. In order to test the
GB-501 PG2, a test mode is used. With the sensor in the test mode, processing of the glass-break pattern in the upper and lower frequencies is
disabled. The GB-501 PG2 is then sensitive only to the mid-range frequencies which the Sentrol 5709C hand-held tester reproduces. It's the mid-
range frequencies that determine sensor coverage.
IN THE NORMAL MODE THE DETECTION LED FLASHES BRIEFLY UPON RECEIVING A LOUD SOUND. WHEN IN THE NORMAL MODE, THE
GB-501 PG2 WILL NOT TRIP TO THE TESTER’S SIGNAL, UNLESS THE TESTER IS HELD NEXT TO THE SENSOR.
NOTE: Each time the sensor alarms it also goes into the TEST mode for one minute.
4.2 Switching the Sensor to the Test Mode
Use the Sentrol 5709C or the Intellisense FG701 hand-held tester to switch the sensor into the test mode. Set the tester to tempered glass, hold
the tester speaker directly on top of the sensor and activate the tester. The sensor will alarm, then it will go into test mode for one minute. When in
test mode the LED on the sensor will flash continuously. Prolong the test session by firing the tester at the sensor at least once a minute.
4.3 Testing the Sensor (see Figure 10).
A. Holding the tester near the surface of the glass, aim the tester at the GB-501 PG2 and press the test button. If drapes or blinds are present,
test with the hand-held tester behind the closed drapes or blinds (do not install the sensor where heavy or lined drapes are used). If the sensor
is mounted on the same wall, point the tester at the opposite wall.
Figure 10. Testing the GB-501 PG2
B. The tester has a different setting for each type of glass. It should always be set for tempered or laminated glass (either is correct and both have
the same range) unless you are certain that all the protected glass is plate glass.
C. When the LED on the sensor goes solid momentarily while the tester is triggered, the glass is within detection range.
D. If the LED does not go solid, but continues flashing as before, re-position the sensor closer to the protected windows and retest. This may
require adding sensors in order to achieve adequate coverage. It is very rare that the sensor will not activate within its stated range of
coverage. Double check adequate battery strength in the hand-held tester. A new tester battery will likely restore the range.
Note: The sensor will automatically change from test mode to normal mode approximately one minute after the last signal received from the
hand-held tester.
IMPORTANT! Room acoustics can artificially extend the range of a glass-break sensor. The specified range of the GB-501 PG2 has been
established for worst-case conditions. While the sensor is likely to function at additional range, it may miss a “minimum output” break, or
room acoustics may be changed at some future time, restoring sensor coverage back to the normal range of 6 m (20 ft).
Do not exceed the rated range of the sensor, regardless of what the tester shows.
4.4 Hand Clap Test
The GB-501 PG2 can be checked by the installer or end user while in normal mode, simply by clapping hands loudly under the sensor. The LED
will flash twice, but the sensor will not trip. This verifies visually that there is power to the sensor, and that the microphone and circuit board are
functioning.
The hand clap activation is only momentary, so there is no appreciable effect on battery life.
INSTALLATION TIPS
A. The GB-501 PG2 is designed to detect the shattering of framed glass mounted in an outside wall. “Testing" the sensor with unframed glass,
broken bottles, etc. may not trip the sensor. The GB-501 PG2 typically does not trip to glass break tests in the middle of a room as such
breaks are false alarms.
B. False alarms are most likely to occur when installed on a 24-hour loop in glass airlocks and glass vestibule areas, when mounted above sinks,
when used in residential car garages and in other small, acoustically live rooms and rooms where multiple sounds can reflect and eventually
duplicate the glass break frequency pattern. For occupied area glass break protection in such applications, use shock sensors.
C. Installing the GB-501 PG2 on 24-hour loops will increase false alarms. The GB-501 PG2 is recommended for perimeter loops and is designed
to function without false alarms in occupied areas. On a 24-hour loop, which is armed all day/all night every day, the false alarm technology
will be pushed to its limit since some sounds in some conditions can duplicate the points on the glass break pattern that the GB-501 PG2
detects. Install the GB-501 PG2 on a perimeter loop, which is armed whenever the door and window contacts are armed. For occupied area
installations, GB-501 PG2 false alarm immunity is best in rooms with only moderate noise.
D. GB-501 PG2 detects the shattering of glass. Like all glass-break sensors, it may not consistently detect cracks in glass, or bullets that break
through the glass or break out the glass. Glass-break sensors should always be backed up by interior protection.
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5. MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS
Visonic Ltd. wireless systems are very reliable and are tested to high standards. However, due to low transmitting power and limited
range (required by FCC and other regulatory authorities), there are some limitations to be considered:
A. Receivers may be blocked by radio signals occurring on or near their operating frequencies, regardless of the digital code used.
B. A receiver responds only to one transmitted signal at a time.
C. Wireless devices should be tested regularly to determine whether there are sources of interference and to protect against faults.
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications to the unit, not expressly approved by Visonic Ltd., could void the user’s
FCC or other authority to operate the equipment.
The digital circuitry of this device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this device does cause such interference, which can be verified by turning the device off and on, the user is
encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Re-orient or re-locate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the distance between the device and the receiver.
– Connect the device to an outlet on a circuit different from the one which supplies power to the receiver.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
IC statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes :(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
WARNING!
To comply with FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements, the device should be located at a distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons during normal operation. The antennas used for this product must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS
POWERG TRANSMITTER
SECTION
Frequenc
y
Band
(
MHz
)
Europe and rest of world: 433-434, 868-869 USA: 912-919
Communication Protocol PowerG
Supervision Si
g
nalin
g
at 4-min. intervals
Tamper Alert Reported when a tamper event occurs
POWER SUPPLY
Power Suppl
y
3 V Lithium CR-123 t
y
pe batter
y
, Panasonic, San
y
o or GP onl
y
.
Nominal Batter
y
Capacit
y
1.45 Ah
Batter
y
Life Expectanc
y
4
y
ears
(
for t
y
pical use
)
Batter
y
Supervision Automatic transmission of batter
y
condition data as part of periodic status report
ACOUSTIC SENSOR SECTION
Microphone Omni-directional electret
Alarm Duration 4 seconds
RF Immunit
y
20 V/m, 1 MHz to 1000 MHz
Temperature Ran
g
e -10C to 50C
(
14F to 120F
)
Recommended Glass Size:
Minimum
–
0.3 x 0.6 m
(
1 x 2`
)
or lar
g
er
g
lass thickness
Plate
–
2.4 to 6.4 mm
(
3/32" to 1/4"
)
Tempered
–
3.2 to 6.4 mm
(
1/8" to 1/4"
)
Wired
–
6.4 mm
(
1/4"
)
Laminated
–
3.2 to 6.4 mm
(
1/8" to 1/4"
)
Operatin
g
Temperature 0C to 49C
(
32F to 120F
)
PHYSICAL
Dimensions 80 x 108 x 43 mm
(
3.13 x 4.24 x 1.70 in.
)
.
Wei
g
ht
(
not includin
g
batter
y)
130
g
(
4.6 oz
)
Housin
g
Material and Colo
r
Flame retardant ABS, white
Compliance with Standards Europe (CE): EN 300220, EN 301489, EN 60950, EN50130-4, EN50130-5, EN 50131-2-2, EN
50131-6, EN 50131-1 Grade 2 Class 2
USA: CFR 47 Part 15 (FCC)
Canada: RSS 210
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WARRANTY
Visonic Limited (the “Manufacturer") warrants this product only (the "Product") to the original purchaser only (the
“Purchaser”) against defective workmanship and materials under normal use of the Product for a period of twelve
(12) months from the date of shipment by the Manufacturer.
This Warranty is absolutely conditional upon the Product having been properly installed, maintained and operated
under conditions of normal use in accordance with the Manufacturers recommended installation and operation
instructions. Products which have become defective for any other reason, according to the Manufacturers
discretion, such as improper installation, failure to follow recommended installation and operational instructions,
neglect, willful damage, misuse or vandalism, accidental damage, alteration or tampering, or repair by anyone
other than the manufacturer, are not covered by this Warranty.
The Manufacturer does not represent that this Product may not be compromised and/or circumvented or that the
Product will prevent any death and/or personal injury and/or damage to property resulting from burglary, robbery,
fire or otherwise, or that the Product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection. The Product,
properly installed and maintained, only reduces the risk of such events without warning and it is not a guarantee
or insurance that such events will not occur.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS
OR LIABILITIES, WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE. IN NO CASE SHALL
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CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE, INCLUDING LOSS
OF USE, PROFITS, REVENUE, OR GOODWILL, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ARISING FROM
PURCHASER’S USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, OR FOR LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF
OTHER PROPERTY OR FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE, EVEN IF MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF
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THE MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DEATH, PERSONAL AND/OR BODILY
INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR OTHER LOSS WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
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However, if the Manufacturer is held liable, whether directly or indirectly, for any loss or damage arising under this
limited warranty, THE MANUFACTURER'S MAXIMUM LIABILITY (IF ANY) SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE
EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, which shall be fixed as liquidated damages and not as a
penalty, and shall be the complete and exclusive remedy against the Manufacturer.
When accepting the delivery of the Product, the Purchaser agrees to the said conditions of sale and warranty and
he recognizes having been informed of.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these
limitations may not apply under certain circumstances.
The Manufacturer shall be under no liability whatsoever arising out of the corruption and/or malfunctioning of any
telecommunication or electronic equipment or any programs.
The Manufacturers obligations under this Warranty are limited solely to repair and/or replace at the
Manufacturer’s discretion any Product or part thereof that may prove defective. Any repair and/or replacement
shall not extend the original Warranty period. The Manufacturer shall not be responsible for dismantling and/or
reinstallation costs. To exercise this Warranty the Product must be returned to the Manufacturer freight pre-paid
and insured. All freight and insurance costs are the responsibility of the Purchaser and are not included in this
Warranty.
This warranty shall not be modified, varied or extended, and the Manufacturer does not authorize any person to
act on its behalf in the modification, variation or extension of this warranty. This warranty shall apply to the
Product only. All products, accessories or attachments of others used in conjunction with the Product, including
batteries, shall be covered solely by their own warranty, if any. The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any
damage or loss whatsoever, whether directly, indirectly, incidentally, consequentially or otherwise, caused by the
malfunction of the Product due to products, accessories, or attachments of others, including batteries, used in
conjunction with the Products. This Warranty is exclusive to the original Purchaser and is not assignable.
This Warranty is in addition to and does not affect your legal rights. Any provision in this warranty which is
contrary to the Law in the state or country were the Product is supplied shall not apply.
Warning: The user must follow the Manufacturer’s installation and operational instructions including testing the
Product and its whole system at least once a week and to take all necessary precautions for his/her safety and
the protection of his/her property.
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returning it for repair then you must ensure that it is returned as identified by your supplier. This product is not to be thrown away with everyday waste.
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