Honeywell IS280CM

Ceiling Mount PIR Motion Detector

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The Honeywell IS280CM is a ceiling mount passive infrared motion detector. The IS280CM has a 360 degree coverage pattern and a low profil...

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Description

The Honeywell IS280CM is a ceiling mount passive infrared motion detector. The IS280CM has a 360 degree coverage pattern and a low profile housing. Because it is designed to be mounted on the ceiling, the IS280CM can cover the center of a larger room, and is not as susceptible to vandalism as a standard motion that is mounted on a wall.

Thanks to advanced microprocessor technology and a 100% tested pyroelectric element, the IS280CM provides state of the art detection with excellent false alarm protection. The IS280CM is compatible with most hardwired control panels, and is ideal for use with Honeywell’s VISTA series. Designed to fit on a single gang electrical box, the IS280CM has easy to use wiring knockouts making it a breeze to install. The IS280CM combines 50 fields of view into a 360 degree top down coverage pattern with a diameter of 45 feet when mounted at a height of 10 feet. Note that as with most passive infrared motion detectors, the IS280CM should not be mounted in range of direct sunlight, close to heating or cooling elements or near objects that may unintentionally move.

The Honeywell IS280CM performs well in harsh environments, from 14-122°F and is equipped with advanced false alarm protection features. These include protection against RF signals, electrostatic discharge and a bug guard which protects against insects and unwanted drafts. The IS280CM also has four pulse count modes which provide you with a selectable sensitivity setting to meet the needs of the installation environment. PIR motion detectors must be mounted within the line of sight of the intended protection area, so make sure that no large features or furniture are blocking the intended coverage pattern of the IS280CM. Make sure to walk test the ceiling mounted motion to ensure that the device is working properly and installed correctly to match the intended protection area. The IS280CM ceiling mount motion sensor is an ideal selection for larger rooms where wall mounted motions cannot provide complete coverage.

Brand: Honeywell

Reviews
Great Ceiling-Mount Motion!
Submitted on 05/27/2020 Alarm Grid

The Honeywell IS280CM is a hardwired ceiling-mount motion sensor. Like most motion sensors, it uses passive infrared (PIR) technology to detect movement. It is designed to be installed on the ceiling so that it can detect the movement that occurs below. When mounted at a height of 10 feet, the Honeywell IS280CM will provide a coverage area of 45 feet across. Overall, the Honeywell IS280CM is a great option for those needing a wired ceiling-mount motion sensor. That is why we give it a 5 Star rating.

There are many things to like about the Honeywell IS280CM. For one, it includes many features such as RF signal protection, a bug guard, and an adjustable pulse count for increasing or decreasing device sensitivity. The low-profile housing of the Honeywell IS280CM makes it virtually unnoticeable on the ceiling. Like most ceiling-mount motion sensors, the IS280CM offers a 360-degree coverage area to detect movement from all directions. The sensor uses an advanced microprocessor for state-of-the-art motion detection and excellent reliability. We also like the fact that the Honeywell IS280CM has easy wiring knock-outs, which makes the installation process painless for installers. Other features include a sealed optics chamber and tamper cover detection.

There are some downsides regarding the Honeywell IS280CM that should be kept in mind. Since you can't easily adjust the height of your ceiling, you can't really adjust the coverage area of the sensor. The higher you mount it, the large the coverage area will become. But if you mount it too high, then it won't be able to detect the movement below. Make sure your ceiling is of a proper height. Another restriction for mounting the sensor is the fact that the device should not be mounted towards any direct sunlight or heating and cooling elements. And like any hardwired motion sensor, the Honeywell IS280CM will draw some power from the panel. But these downsides are fairly minor, and they do not stop us from rating the IS280CM 5 Stars.

Good: RF Signal Protection, Bug Guard, Adjustable Pulse Count, Low-Profile Housing, 360-Degree Coverage Area, Advanced Microprocessor, Easy Wiring Knock-Outs, Sealed Optics Chamber, Tamper Cover Detection

Bad: Coverage Area Based On Ceiling Height, Should Not be Mounted Towards Sunlight or Heating/Cooling Elements, Draws Some Power

Bottom Line: 5 Stars

Yes, you can certainly use wired motions with the L7000 if you use a 5800C2W. However, I would like to comment on the 3 minute lockout transmission feature so you understand how it works. It will only go to sleep if it's tripped in the disarmed state. Therefore, if you avoid walking in front of the motion before arming the system, the motion will be active and ready to detect intrusion, as soon as the system is armed. Even if you did walk in front of the motion right before arming, a normal exit delay is 60 seconds so the motion would only be sleeping for the next 2 minutes and then it would be ready to detect an intrusion. That should make you feel better about how the 5800PIR-RES works but again, wired motions to a converter do work as well.
I purchased an L7000 system, but I'm not too confident with the 5800PIR-RES motion sensors - mainly because of the 3 minute reset and I'm wondering if a wired sensor (like the ISO280CM with the 5800C2W) would be an option.
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