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Part Number MA-501
ColorWhite
Batteries Included?Yes
Batteries Required?Yes
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Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
With emboldened thieves on the prowl these days, there's no quicker way to deter theft than with this portable motion sensor and break-in alarm. The MiniAlarm mounts to nearly any wall or sets conveniently on any horizontal surface; detecting any motion in the room and emitting a screeching 130-decibel alarm that'll give unsuspecting thieves a start--for the door. An easy way to scare off intruders without installing an expensive security system, the MiniAlarm Motion Sensor is a battery-powered, standalone burglar alarm that protects your home when you're away. Arming the MiniAlarm is easy, thanks to the included keychain remote. Once armed, the MiniAlarm uses a passive infrared (PIR) beam to detect movement up to 20 feet away. If triggered, the loud alarm blares for 30 seconds before resetting automatically. The remote also disarms the alarm. With its 30-second exit delay and 4-second entry delay, there's plenty of time to enter and exit without setting off the alarm. An added alarm output accessory can be attached to trigger the Deluxe FreezeAlarm system (sold separately), which can be set up to phone you and alert you of intruder break-ins. --Brian D. Olson
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
This is a very reliable functional unit, easy to set up and use. Very loud siren and range of motion. Only the boldest of burglars will continue to prowl after this thing starts chirping. And if you set it a about the height of a 5' or over tall person, the DOG will NOT set it off. Very affordable alternative to the monthly security company units, unless you live in an absolutely horrible part of town, then I would suggest the Mossberg 500 .12 Guage cruiser with pistol grip!!
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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Before you buy ANYTHING like this, check the 'entry delay'. I have seen similar items with entry delays of up to 30 seconds...you have to be kidding me! Someone could break in and slay my whole family in 30 seconds.
The entry delay on this model is 4 seconds. I wish it was 2 seconds, but I'll settle for 4. I had a little trouble getting the battery cover off, but other than that, this thing works great. I arm it before going up to bed at night and disarm it on the way down in the morning (it always chirps when it sees me come down the stairs). I've had no false alarms after using it for about 3-4 weeks. I have no pets, so I can't speak to how it behaves with them.
I am buying another one today to maximize my coverage. There are several security codes to choose from, so I can set up two remotes.
The entry delay on this model is 4 seconds. I wish it was 2 seconds, but I'll settle for 4. I had a little trouble getting the battery cover off, but other than that, this thing works great. I arm it before going up to bed at night and disarm it on the way down in the morning (it always chirps when it sees me come down the stairs). I've had no false alarms after using it for about 3-4 weeks. I have no pets, so I can't speak to how it behaves with them.
I am buying another one today to maximize my coverage. There are several security codes to choose from, so I can set up two remotes.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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Item uses passive infrared motion detector with a detection range of 60 degrees horizontally, 30 degrees vertically, and a max distance of 20 feet. I agree with the others that the detector's back compartment cover and the remote's battery compartment cover are very hard to take off. The reasons I knocked off a star is someone could use too much force and break these covers. Plus, for this price the detection angles are relatively narrow.
You'll need to have four AA batteries for the detector (not included, but unit takes Lithium or Alkaline). The three batteries for the remote are included.
After arming the unit, you have a 30 seconds grace period. The red LED light on the detector will flash once to indicate the 30 seconds are over. This same LED light will stay lit to indicate low battery. You also have the option of attaching a AC adapter (not included).
The package came with two screws for mounting on a wall but the unit has a flat bottom so it's relatively stable on a table or other flat surface.
You'll need to have four AA batteries for the detector (not included, but unit takes Lithium or Alkaline). The three batteries for the remote are included.
After arming the unit, you have a 30 seconds grace period. The red LED light on the detector will flash once to indicate the 30 seconds are over. This same LED light will stay lit to indicate low battery. You also have the option of attaching a AC adapter (not included).
The package came with two screws for mounting on a wall but the unit has a flat bottom so it's relatively stable on a table or other flat surface.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Cheap but works....
I've always been a fan of these products but this one is very light wieght and the rear cover is flimsy and feels cheap yet the remote works great and if sound was based from 1 to... Read more
Published 9 days ago by MrJ
can't open to replace batteries
i paid a lot for this alarm and i'm not going to be hampered by a tiny screw i cannot get open.
also what's stopping somebody who knows you have this motion sensor/alarm... Read more
also what's stopping somebody who knows you have this motion sensor/alarm... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Walter Correa III
Easy to get by
The device is effective if used in a very small area. However, it really does not work in the 20ft range as listed. Read more
Published 18 months ago by meri
Works Great
I've been using this product for about a year now. No false alarms. Its very loud, but thats what I needed.
Published 18 months ago by eric
Good little unit for the $$$
I have had the MA-SO1 for several months now, I use it in a small storage shed where I keep tools that had been broken into and my overall evaluation of it is positive. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Red Cordero
Motion sensor alarm
Seems to work well, but the arming button seems to work at different distances. Other than that, it is definately as advertised.
Published 19 months ago by George in Marietta
Good product
Has a pretty good range of view on the motion sensor. I think the siren should be louder, but that may not be possible since its battery powered. Other than that works great! Read more
Published 23 months ago by A. Lathem
Does what it is supposed to
My boat is berthed in a public marina. The alarm is an inexpensive solution to the problem of how to discourage trespassers from boarding without permission.
Published 24 months ago by G. Antell
Works as advertised
This thing works like it says it will. Key fob allows you to arm and disarm it easily. I think it's a great little security device. Read more
Published on October 5, 2009 by Tayloe Nickey
Not so great
I installed this above my front door keeping in mind the 60 degree field of view and 15 foot range. First off, 60 degrees is not very much for a motion sensor. Read more
Published on September 25, 2009 by Andrew G. Lambrecht
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