Smart Shield Systems
Wireless PowerG 2-way Glass-break Detector
The DSC PowerG wireless glass-break detector listens for the specific acoustic pattern of framed glass breaking and alerts your security system instantly. It uses PowerG 2-way, AES-128 encrypted communications, has front and back tampers, and comes pre-calibrated for quick, reliable installs. Wall or ceiling mount, with visible link-quality LEDs to validate placement on the spot.
Why Choose This with Smart Shield Systems
- Pro placement for real coverage: we follow the official range/room guidelines (e.g., ≤25 ft typical, ≥5 ft from glass, room size 10×10–40×40 ft), and mount where sound travels best—often the opposite wall at ~6 ft high.
- Signal verified: we use the detector’s GOOD/STRONG link-quality LEDs before we leave, and enroll/test per the manual.
- False-alarm savvy: we avoid small/noisy rooms and lined spaces per guidance, or recommend shock sensors where appropriate.
Key Features
- Acoustic glass-break detection for plate, tempered, laminated, wired, coated, and sealed insulated glass.
- Omni-directional microphone with 360° coverage and advanced pattern recognition.
- PowerG 2-way wireless with AES-128 encryption, supervised heartbeat, and long battery life.
- On-device LED signal indicator (POOR/GOOD/STRONG) for fast, confident placement.
- Front & back tampers; wall/ceiling mounting options; pre-calibrated (no sensitivity dials).
Product Specifications (At-a-Glance)
- Models / Bands: PG9922 (912–919 MHz, NA; UL/ULC listed), PG8922 (868 MHz), PG4922 (433 MHz).
- Detection range: up to 25 ft (7.6 m) typical; UL/ULC verified 20 ft (6 m); keep ≥5 ft (1.5 m) from the glass. Range varies with angle.
- Room size limits: 10×10 ft to 40×40 ft (3×3 m to 12×12 m).
- Supervision: status signal about every 4 minutes; low-battery reporting.
- Power: 1× CR123A 3 V lithium; typical ~5-year life (min 1 year).
- Operating environment: 14–120 °F (-10–50 °C); 5–95% RH (non-cond.); indoor use.
- Size / Weight: 3.5 × 2.4 × 1.2 in (88 × 62 × 30 mm); ~2.6 oz (74 g) (without battery).
Compatibility Notes
- Works with PowerG-capable panels (e.g., Qolsys IQ Panel 4, DSC Neo/Pro). We confirm panel firmware and enroll cleanly.
Popular Use Cases
- Family rooms & offices facing large windows or sliding doors
- Retail fronts & lobbies as a wide-area alternative to individual window sensors
Frequently Asked Questions
Best practice is the opposite wall of the protected glass (sound travels outward from the break), mounted about 6 ft high, and at least 5 ft from the glass. Ceiling and adjoining wall placements also work within range.
Plate, tempered, laminated, wired, coated, and sealed insulated glass are supported (within size/thickness guidelines).
Up to 25 ft in typical conditions; for UL/ULC listings, use 20 ft. Keep rooms within 10×10–40×40 ft, and remember range reduces at steep angles to the window.
The detector includes a 15-minute Test Mode after power-up/closing the cover. Use a recognized simulator (e.g., FG-700/701) with a thump + break sound sequence, per the manual.
Yes—small bathrooms, stairwells, noisy kitchens/garages, glass vestibules, rooms with heavy drapes or multiple noise sources are discouraged. In such spots, use shock sensors instead.
One CR123A lithium cell; typical ~5 years (minimum 1 year). Your system reports low-battery automatically.
Additional Resources
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Smart Shield Systems will mount, enroll, and verify your PowerG Glass-Break Detector, tune notifications, and document coverage so you’re protected without nuisance alarms.