Panasonic Home Network System Glass Break Sensor Kx Hns104 Installation Guide

							Confirming the
u
sage area Wireless communication
r

ange
The wireless communication range of
each device in the system from the hub
is approximately 50 m (160 feet)
indoors and approximately 300 m
(1,000 feet) outdoors. Wireless
communication may be unreliable
when the following obstacles are
located between the hub and other
devices.
R Metal doors or screens
R Walls containing aluminum-sheet
insulation
R Walls made of concrete or
corrugated iron
R Double-pane glass windows
R Multiple walls
R When using each device on
separate floors or in different
buildings
Note:
R You can check the sensor’s
communication status by pressing
M N
.
 If the LED indicator is lit in
green or red, the sensor is
communicating properly with the
hub. If the LED indicator blinks in
red, it is out of range of the hub. Usage area cautions
U

sing the sensor in the following areas
may cause deformation, malfunction, or
operational failure.
R In direct sunlight
R Areas exposed to grease or steam,
such as kitchens R
N
ear fire or heating devices
RNear magnetic fields (such as near
microwaves and magnets)
R Areas subject to extreme
temperature changes, such as next
to air conditioners
R Near devices that emit strong radio
waves, such as mobile phones
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							Information about
s
ensor features
The sensor uses a microphone to
detect the unique sound frequencies
that are produced when glass breaks.
Please read the following information
before deciding where to install the
sensor.
Note:
R The sensor’s features are not
designed to be used in situations
that require high reliability. We do
not recommend use of the sensor’s
features in these situations.
R Panasonic takes no responsibility for
any injury or damage caused by the
use of the sensor.
R The sensor may make false
detections when there is noise from
metallic blinds opening and closing,
metallic bells of alarm clocks, etc.
R The sensor is designed to detect the
sound of glass breaking as a result
of an impact. It will not detect other
types of breaks, such as when glass
is cut or removed.
R If the sensor malfunctions, is out of
range, or if its battery power is too
low, the hub sounds an alert, the
hub’s indicator flashes, and a
message is displayed by the  [Home
Network]  app. You can cancel the
alert temporarily by pressing the 
hub’s  MWi-Fi SETUP N button. When
you have remedied the situation
(e.g., moved the sensor closer to the
hub, replaced the battery, etc.), the
alert will not sound again. Applicable glass
s
pecifications *1 Type Thickness
Plate Minimum: 2 mm (
1/16 inch)
Maximum: 6 mm
(1/4 inch)
Tempered Minimum: 3 mm (
1/8 inch)
Maximum: 6 mm
(1/4 inch)
Insulating *
 2
Minimum: 2 mm
( 1/16 inch)
Maximum: 6 mm
(1/4 inch) *1 In compliance with UL 639.
*

2 Sealed insulating glass types are protected only if both plates of
glass are broken.
Note:
R Minimum size for all types is 28 cm
´ 28 cm (11 1/32 inches  ´ 11 1/32
inches).
R The glass must be secured in a
frame, and the frame must be
installed in a wall.
R The sensor may not detect glass
breaks for types of glass not listed
here, such as wire-mesh reinforced
glass and glass coated with a film.
R Install the sensor in accordance with
the Standard for Installation and
Classification of Burglar and Holdup
Alarm Systems, UL 681.
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							Sensor detection range
T
he sensor detection range varies
depending on position of the sensitivity
switch ( MHIGH N/M LOW N).
Note:
R Install the sensor in the same room
as the window that you want to
detect. Walls or other obstacles
between the window and the sensor
may prevent the sensor from
detecting breaking glass, even when
the sensor is installed within the
ranges listed here. When looking from above
Sensor
Horizontal range: approx. 120°
Max. distance: approx. 4.6 m
(

15 feet) when set to  MHIGH N, or
approx. 2.3 m (7.5 feet) when set
to  MLOW N Glass inside detectable area
Glass outside detectable area When looking from the side
Sensor
Vertical range: approx. 120°
Max. distance: approx. 4.6 m
(

15 feet) when set to  MHIGH N, or
approx. 2.3 m (7.5 feet) when set
to  MLOW N Glass inside detectable area
Glass outside detectable area
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							Wall mounting
T
here are two methods for wall
mounting the sensor. To mount the
sensor flat against the wall, use the
rear cover. To mount the sensor so that
it faces 45° to the left or right, use the
wall mounting adaptor. Mounting examples
*
 1
 of the rear
cover and wall mounting adaptor A
 
Rear cover B
 Wall mounting
adaptor *1 View of looking from above.
N

ote:
R Mount the sensor on the stable
location where the sensor can be
adequately supported when
mounting.
R Do not mount the sensor on a soft
material. It may fall down, break or
cause injury.
R Do not mount the sensor on the
following places: gypsum board,
ALC (autoclaved lightweight cellular
concrete), concrete block, plywood
less than 25.4 mm (1 inch) thick, etc.
R Install the sensor opposite from the
window that you want to monitor for
glass breaks. Do not install the
sensor on the same wall as the
window.
R Install the sensor such that there are
no obstacles between the sensor
and the window that may block the
sound of glass breaking. R
A
mbient noise, such as the sound of
tableware, glass, or metal objects
contacting each other, explosive
noises, children’s voices, howling of
dogs, etc., may cause false
detections. False detections may
occur when the sensor is armed if it
is installed in a kitchen, garage,
utility room, stairwell, bathroom, etc.
R Do not install the sensor near an air
compressor, as the air pressure
generated may cause false
detections.
R Do not install the sensor where
breezes or wind from a fan may
blow on the sensor, as this may
cause false detections or prevent
the sensor from detecting the sound
of glass breaking.
R False detections may occur and
battery life may be drastically
reduced if devices that produce
continuous sound (TVs, music
players or speakers, musical
instruments, etc.) are located near
the sensor.
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							Using the rear cover
1
R
emove the rear cover by
pressing the upper sides of the
cover ( A) and sliding it down ( B). 2
A
ttach the rear cover to the wall by
using screws ( ).
R P
lace the rear cover with “ UP”
mark facing upwards.
R  37 mm (1 15/32 inches) 3
A
ttach the sensor to the rear cover.
RInsert the grooves on the
sensor to the 4 tabs on the rear
cover, and then push down the
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							Using the wall mounting adaptor
1
R
emove the rear cover by
pressing the upper sides of the
cover ( A) and then sliding it down
( B ). 2
A
ttach the wall mounting adaptor
to the wall by using screws ( ).
R P
lace the wall mounting
adaptor with “ UP” mark facing
upwards.
R  21 mm (27/32 inches)
3
A
ttach the sensor to the wall
mounting adaptor.
RInsert the grooves on the
sensor to the 4 tabs on the wall mounting adaptor, and then
p

ush down the sensor. 16
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							Adjusting the sensor
s
ensitivity
You can use the  MHIGH N/M LOW N switch
(page 8) to adjust the sensor’s
sensitivity.
Set it to  MLOW N if the sensor frequently
makes false detections. Features available
w

hen using the
[Home Network] app
Some of the sensor’s features that are
available when using the  [Home
Network]  app are listed below. For
more information, refer to the User’s
Guide (page 17).
– Alarm system
You can use the app to arm and
disarm the alarm system, confirm
the current status of the sensor, and
view a log of previous events.
– Sensor integration
You can configure the sensor to
trigger other system events, such as
camera recording, turning on an
electric device (such as a lamp), etc.
(Appropriate device required.)
– Telephone alert
You can configure the system to call
a preprogrammed phone number
when the sensor is triggered. Accessing the User’s
G

uide
The User’s Guide is a collection of
online documentation that helps you
get the most out of the  [Home
Network]  app.
1 iPhone ®
/iPad ®
Tap   in the app’s home screen.
A

ndroid™ devices
Tap   or press your mobile
d

evice’s menu button in the app’s
home screen.
2 Tap [User’s Guide] .
Note:
R Microsoft ®
 Windows ®
 Internet
Explorer ®
 8 and earlier versions are
not supported.
R Android 4.1 or later versions are
recommended.
R You can also access the User’s
Guide at the web page listed below. www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/
h

omenetwork/manual/
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							Specifications
R
S
tandards
DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless
Telecommunications)
R Frequency range
DECT: 1.92 GHz – 1.93 GHz
R RF transmission power
DECT: 115 mW (max.)
R Power source
AA (LR6) Alkaline battery (2  ´ 1.5 V)
R Operating conditions
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F)
R Detection method
Acoustic sensor
R Sensor detection range
Horizontal: approx. ±60°
Vertical: approx. ±60°
Distance *1
: approx. 4.6 m (15 feet)
when the sensitivity switch is set to
M HIGH N; approx. 2.3 m (7.5 feet)
when set to  MLOW N
R Battery life
Up to 1 year *2
R Dimensions (height  ´ width  ´
depth)
– With the rear cover attached:
Approx. 72 mm  ´ 73 mm  ´
39 mm (2 27/32 inches  ´ 2 7/8
inches  ´ 1 17/32 inches)
– With the wall mounting adaptor attached:
Approx. 72 mm  ´ 73 mm  ´
61 mm (2 27/32 inches  ´ 2 7/8
inches  ´ 2 13/32 inches)
R Mass (weight)
– With the rear cover attached:
Approx. 69  g (0.15 lb), excluding
the batteries
– With the wall mounting adaptor attached:
Approx. 76  g (0.17 lb), excluding
the batteries *1 When the surrounding
t
 emperature is approx.
25 °C (77 °F).
*2 When the sensor is triggered once a month and the
surrounding temperature is
approx. 25 °C (77 °F). Note that
battery life may be reduced in
very cold environments and in
areas where loud noises (such
as door slams) occur frequently,
and may be drastically reduced
when the sensor is installed
near devices that produce
continuous sound (TVs, music
players or speakers, musical
instruments, etc.).
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							FCC and other
i
nformation
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Privacy of communications may not be
ensured when using this device.
CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate this
device.
NOTE:
This equipment 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 a residential installation. 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
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
f

ollowing measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Some devices operate at frequencies
that may cause interference to nearby
TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent
such interference, this device should
not be placed near or on top of a TV or
VCR. If interference is experienced,
move this device further away from the
TV or VCR. This will often reduce or
eliminate interference.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
R This product complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment.
R To comply with FCC RF exposure
requirements, the device must be
installed and operated 20 cm
(8 inches) or more between the
product and all person’s body.
R This product may not be collocated
or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
R For body-worn operation, the device
must be used only with a
non-metallic accessory. Use of other
accessories may not ensure
compliance with FCC RF exposure
requirements.
Notice:
R FCC ID can be found inside the
battery compartment.
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