What is the alarm system like: is it loud enough that a close neighbor would hear, how long does it go off before going silent?
631919
That depends on the alarm system you own and weather you connect an external speaker or not. It has nothing to do with the sensors.
1486726
if you mean, does the alarm siren switch off after motion stops, the answer is no. the alarm will continue to sound for approximately 3-5 minutes or until someone enters the security code.
1820556
The first chime will sound for 5 to 6 iterations (about 10 to 15 seconds). It can be heard throughout the house. The alarm function will tell your neighbors that a sensor has been tripped. It is so loud as to be something you won't want to use unless you're almost deaf. I only use the chime position.
1981299
I do not use it any more. The alert is not loud enough. I purchased it for using it in shopping mall, airport, or other public areas, where a lot of noises are present. In many places, I even cannot hear the alter because the noise surrounding me. The alert is loud enough when I was testing it at home or in our neighborhood.
1348866
Yes, the alarm will stop sounding after 45 seconds. It will be activated again if it experiences further motion.
641843
not sure either?mine lasted almost 2yrs and liked it. but when it stopped working right, I got NO help from customer service.so got another similar system about 3 months ago...and its a bit better I think for about same cost.called "MACE" home alarm.
1510192
This alarm will NOT alert you that it has been set off... it's only $16... it's just an alarm. If you want something that will alert you in any way, it's going to cost quite a bit more money I'd imagine.
1625722
The alarms are loud enough to hear even behind a closed door. I have my furthest around 15 feet, it will all depend upon the amount of other wireless devices you have running as to whether or not it will interfere with the signal.
1685398
not loud, I don't think it would be heard by a neighbor, unless one was below your unit, there might be some detected through the floor to their ceiling.
792811
I live in a more rural setting. Not sure how much leeway you have with your back yard situation, but it is loud enough to be heard and identified by neighbors. Not sure which, among the others you mention, is more quiet.
1155031
If the room is right next door, yes you could hear the alarm. Yes, the alarm goes off until you turn off the unit.
1794578
if you touch the alarm when it's on it will go off and will scare the crap out of the theif before he can turn it off it is very loud. i have placed it to where it can't be seen so there is no chance of anyone turning it off with out alerting me.
739396
I don't think it nearly as loud as a smoke detector but it is surprisingly loud. At first I also thought it would scare my mom but it doesn't. She has never complained about the noise and she is a fairly picky person. It makes a buzz sound before the actual alarm which sort of warns you a bit. I think it is important that it be fairly loud so that she can hear it if she is down in the other part of the house.
1296687
That's the problem: there is no comfortable way to turn it off. You will have to grab the device and switch it off, which will certainly result in the alarm sounding. It's very loud (and you will be at ground zero), so definitely wear ear protection when turning it on or off. This is one of the main reasons why, in my review, I describe this device as impractical. This alarm is a nice concept, but just doesn't play out all that well in practice.
1416224
Hello, Yes, the alarm system once triggered, will sound for the determined amount of time you personally chose (00-30 Minutes). Then it will shut off, and reset. Meaning the alarm system is armed again, awaiting the next break-in attempt. Thanks. www.FortressSecurityStore.com
2258879
The alarm can be turned on and off from inside. The bell/ chime is probably loud enough to wake you up, but shouldn't be "scary." It reminds me of the sound when you would drive into a full service gas station.
336975
I lined it up, opened the door. When the alarm went off, I took the backing off and stuck it permanently. It works perfectly. Someone opened my door one night and I heard the alarm from upstairs. The intruder left promptly. Also, it alerts when children leave or enter the house, or leave the door open.