GE AP950PI - Security High-Security PIR Motion Sensor Installation Instructions Manual

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PIR Detector

Installation Instructions

Back housing

Front housing

Hinge tabs

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Cable entry knockout

Corner mounting knockout

Flat wall mounting
knockout

Note: This knockout
is not for use with the
AP950PI

Corner mounting knockout

Flat wall mounting knockout

Slot for opening tab

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10.0 ft.(3.0m) maximum

8.0 ft.(2.4m) typical

7.0 ft. (2.1m) minimum
8 ft. (2.4m)

25 ft. (7.6m)

35 ft. (10.7m)

35 ft. (10.7m)

LED

Window

Figure 1. Exploded view

Description

The AP950PI is a passive infrared motion detector that is highly
sensitive to moving infrared sources. It features superior
immunity to RFI, vibration, static electricity, temperature
changes, and other false alarm sources.

The unit provides jumper-selectable sensitivity , mode, and LED
settings. The unit is designed to accept either the pet immune or
the standard mirror. The masks included allow the coverage
pattern to be modified for a wide variety of applications.

Parts

The following parts are included:

• PIR detector with pet immune mirror installed

• Standard mirror

• Two plastic masks

• Sheet of adhesive masking labels

• Cardboard undercrawl window mask

• One screw to secure the housings

Note

The maximum range is 35 feet (10.7m) with pet immune mirror
and Standard Sensitivity selected. The maximum range is 50
feet (15.2m) with standard mirror and Increased Sensitivity
selected. See Setting the Sensitivity, Mode, and LED.

Figure 2. Detection pattern

Selecting a Location

• The unit can be mounted from 7 to 10 feet (2.1 to 3.0m) high
except for pet alley application (see Pet Alley Application), but
for optimum detection and pet immunity, mount the unit
between 7 and 8 feet (2.1 and 2.4m) high.

• Mount the unit on a rigid vibration-free surface.

• Mount the unit so the expected movement of an intruder is
across the fields of the detection pattern. See Figure 2.

• Do not locate the unit on a surface exposed to moisture.

• Do not locate the unit where it may be exposed to false alarm
sources, such as:

- direct sunlight

- heat sources (heaters, radiators, etc.) in the field of view

- strong air drafts (fans, air conditioners, etc.) on unit

• Do not locate the unit where the ambient temperature is below
0° F (-18°C) or above 122°F (50°C).

• Do not aim the unit at windows or glass doors.

CAUTION

You must be free of static electricity before handling sensor
circuit boards. Touch a grounded, bare metal surface before
touching circuit boards or wear a grounding strap.

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Mounting and Wiring the Detector

1. Separate the front housing from the back housing by pressing in
on the opening tab at the bottom of the unit with a small, flat­bladed screwdriver. See Figure 3.

2. Select and remove the appropriate corner or flat wall mounting
knockouts and the cable entry knockout on the back housing.
See Figure 1.

3. Strip the cable 2 inches (5cm) and pull it through the cable entry
knockout. Use screws and wall anchors, if necessary, to attach
the back housing to the wall. Do not overtighten.

4. Select the appropriate coverage pattern. See Selecting the

Coverage Pattern.

Cable strain relief

Wires

Terminal block

GND +12V NC COM

Jumpers:
SENS MODE LED

If necessary, use one or more of the following methods to modify the
coverage pattern:

• Use one or both of the plastic masks provided to mask off large
areas of coverage as shown in Figure 4.

• Mask the appropriate mirror curtains with the adhesive labels
provided. See the example shown in Figure 5. Do not use sharp
objects to remove unwanted labels. If necessary, carefully peel
the label off.

• Use the cardboard undercrawl window mask as shown in Figure

6. The undercrawl mask allows objects to be placed within 5 feet
(1.5m) of, or directly below, the unit.

After selecting the coverage pattern, snap the mirror back into the
front housing by pushing the mirror down into the mirror snaps (see
Figure 3). Then rotate the mirror down toward the front housing until
it snaps into position.

Figure 4. Plastic masks

Opening tab

Figure 3. Front housing interior

5. Set the sensitivity , mode, and LED jumpers for the application
desired. See Setting the Sensitivity, Mode, and LED.

6. Strip 1/4 inch (0.6cm) of insulation from each wire.

7. Insert each wire into the appropriate terminal and tighten
screws. Push the wires into the strain relief. See Figure 3.

8. T o close the unit, insert the hinge tabs at the top of the front
housing into the slots at the top of the back housing then swivel
the front housing toward the back housing to snap the unit
closed. See Figure 1.

9. Fasten the housings together with the screw provided.

Selecting the Coverage Pattern

The coverage pattern for the unit can be modified to fit specific
applications by masking off mirror curtains. Curtains should be
masked to avoid sources of false alarms, such as heaters, air
conditioners, and windows.

Remove the mirror by inserting a small screwdriver between the mirror
and the side of the front housing and gently prying the mirror out. Do
not pry from the end of the housing because the mirror may be

scratched. See Figure 3.

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Figure 5. Adhesive labels

7.9 ft

2.4m)

5.0 ft
(1.5m)

Figure 6. Cardboard undercrawl window mask

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