Bosch RF835E - User Manual

RF835E Wireless
PIR/Microwave Intrusion Detector with Pet Immunity
Installation Instructions
1.0 Overview
The RF835E wireless detector uses passive infraRed (PIR) technology, microwave (MW) technology, and artificial intelligence to detect
motion. The RF835E may be installed to provide immunity to false alarms caused by pets. Recommended limits are a dog up to 100 lbs.
(45 kg), 2 dogs up to 60 lbs. (27 kg) combined weight, or up to 10 cats. An integral RF transmitter sends alarm, low battery, tamper and
routine supervisory signals to the control panel.
2.0 Specifications
General
• Dimensions ( H x W x D): 5 in. x 2.8 in. x 2.5 in.
(12.7 cm x 7.2 cm x 6.2 cm)
• Power supplied by four 1.5 V AA Alkaline batteries.
Recommended Batteries: Panasonic AM-3
Duracell MN1500 or PC1500
Energizer E91
• Typical current draw is 100 µA with the LED disabled. The LED is
automatically disabled except during walk tests.
• Typical battery life is two to three years.
• Operating temperature range of +32°F to +120°F (0°C to +49°C).
• Microwave Frequency: RF835E 10.525 GHz
RF835E-C 10.588 GHz
• RF Transmit Frequency: 433 MHz
• Options: B335 Low Profile Swivel Mount Bracket (use of this bracket
may reduce range and dead zone areas).
• Patents: This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S.
Patents: #4,660,024, #4,764,755, #5,077,548, #5,208,567,
#5,262,783, and #5,450,062. Other patents pending.
TriTech Motion Sensor
• Coverage area 35 ft. by 35 ft. (10.7 m by 10.7 m).
• Internal coverage pointability -4° to -10° Vertical and ±10° Horizontal.
• Field selectable sensitivity options of Standard and the more sensitive
setting of Intermediate.
• Three minute transmitter lockout time after alarm extends battery life.
• Timed Walk Test Mode automatically disables LED after setup to
extend battery life.
• Cover activated Tamper indication. Optional wall-activated Tamper is
included.
RF Transmitter
• Integral RF transmitter capable of transmitting up to 500 ft. (150 m) in
open air. (Actual acceptable transmitter range should be verified for
each installation). In normal operation, it is recommended that the
RF835 be within 100 ft. (30 m) of the receiver.
• Transmits low battery reports and tamper reports to the control panel.
• Transmits supervisory signal to the control panel every 13 minutes.
3.0 Installation
3.1 Select a mounting location. Mount
the sensor where an intruder will
most likely cross through the
coverage pattern.
3.2 Avoid: 3.3 Observe Receiver Range.
3.4 Observe the Pet Immunity mounting recommendations. 3.5
Don't point where
pets can climb
NO
Pet Immune Area
OK
NO
Note: The upper areas are
not pet immune.
Mounting Outdoors
Hot or cold air
directed onto
sensor
Direct or
reflected
sunlight
Moving objects
Moisture
3.6 Choose mounting height and desired range, and set the vertical angle.
Notches
Notch
Insert a
flat-bladed
screwdriver into
notches and twist.
To avoid marring, use
a larger blade and
twist gently.
Remove the cover and the base.
NOTE: The mounting
height must be
6.5 ft. (2 m) and
the vertical
angle must be
set at -5° for
installations
containing pets.
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Loosen the
Vertical Adjust
Screw. Adjust the
board to the desired
angle.
INT
STD
Vertical
Adjust
Screw
- 6
- 10
- 6
- 10
MW
MIN
MAX
For pet immune
applications, adjust
the angle to -5.0.
500 ft. max
(150 m)
Panel Receiver
recommended
100 ft. (30 m)
6.5 ft.
(2 m)
Mount the detector 6.5 ft.
(2 m) above the floor

Summary

Overview

Specifications

General Specifications

Details dimensions, power, current draw, battery life, and operating temperature range.

TriTech Motion Sensor Specifications

Covers coverage area, pointability, sensitivity options, and tamper indication.

RF Transmitter Specifications

Details transmitter range, battery reports, and supervisory signal frequency.

Installation

Selecting Mounting Location

Guidance on choosing a location for the sensor to detect intruders.

Installation Avoidance

Lists environmental factors and objects to avoid during installation.

Receiver Range Observation

Recommendations for observing the range between the detector and the panel receiver.

Pet Immunity Mounting Recommendations

Guidelines for mounting the detector to ensure pet immunity.

Cover and Base Removal

Instructions on how to remove the detector's cover and base.

Mounting Height, Range, and Vertical Angle

Guidance on selecting mounting height, range, and adjusting the vertical angle.

PIR Sensitivity Setting

Instructions for setting the PIR sensitivity, including pet application considerations.

Look Down Lens Uncovering

Procedure for uncovering the look-down lens for specific applications.

Mounting the Detector Base

Guidance on mounting the detector base for surface and corner installations.

Battery Tab and Tamper Spring Installation

Steps for removing the battery tab and installing the wall tamper spring.

Walk Testing the Detector

Procedure for performing walk tests to ensure proper detector functionality.

Coverage Patterns

Panel Programming

Bosch RF835E Specifications

General

Detection Method	Passive Infrared (PIR)
Detection Angle	360°
Mounting	Ceiling
Operating Voltage	12 VDC
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +55°C
Coverage Area	Up to 80 m²