U-Prox PIR Motion Detector Installation and Setup Guide

This guide describes the procedure for installing and configuring U-Prox PIR wireless motion detectors. Please read this manual carefully before using the device.

Technical Support

Technical support for all U-Prox products is available by phone: +38(091)481-01-69 or by email: support@u-prox.systems.

Safety Precautions

WARNING. THE DEVICE HAS A BUILT-IN POWER SOURCE. REPLACING THE POWER SOURCE WITH AN INCORRECT TYPE MAY CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION. DISPOSE OF USED POWER SOURCES ACCORDING TO LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

Setup Applications

U-Prox Installer Mobile App

The application for configuring the U-Prox wireless security system. Designed for both individual users and security company engineers. The mobile app allows for full configuration of the security system, including installation, testing, and calibration of wireless system components; setting up security groups; connecting to monitoring company control panels; adding users and granting them rights to manage the security system via the U-Prox Home app.

U-Prox Installer Web Portal

The U-Prox Installer WEB portal is designed for configuring the U-Prox wireless security system. It is intended for both individual users and security company engineers. Via the web browser, you can perform full configuration of the security system - installation, testing, and calibration of wireless system components; setting up security groups; connecting to monitoring company control panels; adding users and granting them rights to manage the security system via the U-Prox Home app.

https://web-security.u-prox.systems/

Description and Principle of Operation

The U-Prox PIR is a digital passive infrared radio channel detector equipped with a PIR sensor. The device is designed for perimeter control inside premises, for securing glazed structures, windows, doors, garage doors, etc. Based on changes in the ambient thermal balance, it signals an intrusion to the U-Prox security alarm center. It is mounted indoors. The detector works only with the U-Prox security system; connection to third-party systems is not provided.

Device Functional Elements

The device has the following functional elements:

Detector housing
Status indicator LEDs
PIR element lens
Mounting bracket
Tamper contact
Rear housing cover
Power on/off switch/button

Power

The device uses a CR123A lithium power source, allowing it to operate for up to 5 years on a single power source.

Status Indication in Current Mode

The LED indicator displays data transmission and sensor activation. Data exchange with the security center is indicated by the following LED signals:

Sensor activation - red
Data transmission:
- Green – transmission successful
- Red – data transmission failed
Confirmation reception:
- Green – reception successful
- Red – data reception failed

Items 2 and 3 may repeat up to 3 times (retransmissions with increased power).

Installation

Choosing an Installation Location

Carefully choose the installation location for the U-Prox PIR device, considering the lens direction and any obstacles that may limit the detector's view. The detector should be installed so that the zone of most likely intruder entry is within the detector's maximum field of view, and the intruder's direction of movement is perpendicular to the axis of installation.

Diagram showing a room with a motion detector covering an 88° angle.

To achieve the maximum viewing angle, install the detector at a height of 2.1 meters from the floor.

Diagram showing detection range at different distances and heights, up to 20 kg.

Where Not to Place the Device:

Outdoors or in areas with unacceptable humidity and temperature.
In places with high radio interference.
Near objects that can cause radio signal attenuation or shielding (metal, mirrors, etc.).
In a way that direct sunlight falls on the detector lens.
Facing objects with rapidly changing temperatures or areas with rapid air circulation.
Facing moving objects with human body temperature.
Within 1 meter of the protected center.

Recommended Installation Sequence:

Register the detector in the security system using the U-Prox Installer app.
Select the installation location with optimal signal using the U-Prox Installer app. Note that the detector can be mounted vertically or horizontally.
Install the mounting bracket.
Install the device.

Mounting

The kit includes two brackets – one for corner installation and another for flat surface installation.
Mount the bracket of the required type (4) using the screws and dowels included in the kit.
Diagram showing mounting bracket installation on a flat surface and a corner bracket.
Attach the device to the bracket and slide it down to fix and lock the tamper contact (5). Flashes on the indicator (2) will confirm that the tamper is engaged.

Diagram showing how to attach the detector to the bracket for flat surface and corner mounting.

Attention! If the device is installed correctly, the tamper will be engaged (secured).

Powering On and Off

Press and hold the button (8) for 3 seconds to turn on the device; the LED indicator will light up. If the device has already been registered in the security system, it will enter standby mode. To turn off the device, press and hold the button (8) for 5 seconds until the LED indicator turns off.

Diagram showing a hand pressing the power button on the back of the detector.

ATTENTION. IF THE DEVICE WAS NOT REGISTERED, IT WILL ENTER SLEEP MODE AFTER 30 SECONDS.

Configuration

Download and install the U-Prox Installer mobile app for configuring the U-Prox system.
Launch the U-Prox Installer app and log in, or log in using the U-Prox Installer WEB portal.
If necessary, register as a standalone installer or obtain access as a security company installer.

Adding a Device to the Security System (Registration)

Launch the U-Prox Installer app or open the U-Prox Installer WEB portal in your browser and log in.
Select the U-Prox MPX device from the list to which you want to add the wireless detector.
Press the (Ì) button (“Add radio device”); the security center will enter the registration mode for detectors, keypads, etc. In this window, you can press device icons and view activation instructions.
Follow the instructions to turn on the wireless detector and bring it close to the security center (about 1 meter).
Wait 15-20 seconds – the wireless detector will be registered.

Attention! The device will be added to the first available zone with the lowest number.

Basic U-Prox PIR Settings

Select the device from the list that needs to be configured:

“Name” – device name.
“Group” – selection of the security group to which the device belongs. A security group is a logical set of premises zones being protected (e.g., room, apartment, garage, building floor, etc.), the minimal unit of security. A security group allows simultaneous control of all zones. Security groups are independent; a user can control and view only those security groups, devices, and events to which they have access.
“Sensitivity” – setting the motion detection range. Low – about 6 meters, Medium – about 8 meters, High – about 12 meters.
“Light Indication” – enable or disable the device's light indication.
“Temperature Limit Notifications” – if the temperature exceeds the specified limits, the device will generate corresponding events – “Cooling” and “Overheating”. Can be used in scenarios.
“Installation” (zone type) – device operating modes depending on the type of use:
- “With delay”, or “Entry zone”:
  - If the system is armed, activation of the detector starts the entry delay countdown. If the system is not disarmed within the delay period, the system enters the “Alarm” state and sends an alarm notification.
  - When arming, the exit delay countdown will begin, after which the system will be armed.
- “No delay”:
  - If the system is armed, detector activation causes the system to enter the “Alarm” state and send an alarm notification.
  - If the system is not armed, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
- “Corridor”:
  - If the system is armed and there is no entry delay, or the delay has expired, the system enters the “Alarm” state and sends an alarm notification.
  - If the system is armed and there is an entry delay, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
  - If the system is not armed and there is an exit delay, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
  - If the system is not armed, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
- “Internal corridor”:
  - If the system is armed and there is no entry delay, or the delay has expired, the system enters the “Alarm” state and sends an alarm notification.
  - If the system is armed and there is an entry delay, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
  - If the system is not armed and there is an exit delay, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
  - If the system is armed in “Perimeter” mode (“Stay” or “Night” mode), the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
  - If the system is not armed, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
- “Internal zone”:
  - If the system is armed, detector activation causes the system to enter the “Alarm” state and send an alarm notification.
  - If the system is armed in “Perimeter” mode (“Stay” or “Night” mode), the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
  - If the system is not armed, the system does not react to detector activation of this type.
- “24-hour zone” (all-day):
  - Detector activation causes the system to enter the “Alarm” state and send an alarm notification regardless of the system's operating mode.
“Entry delay” (only for “With delay” installation type). Time to disarm the security system after entering the premises.
“Exit delay” (only for “With delay” installation type). Time to exit the premises after arming the security system (arming the system).
“Entry delay in 'Stay mode'” (only for “With delay” installation type). Time to disarm the security system after entering the premises (arming in “Stay” or “Night” mode).
“Exit delay in 'Stay mode'” (only for “With delay” installation type). Time to exit the premises after arming the security system in “Perimeter” mode (arming in “Stay” or “Night” mode).
“Intelligent alarm recognition”. Enabling this setting combines detectors of the U-Prox PIR, U-Prox PIR, U-Prox PIR Combi, U-Prox PIR Combi VB, U-Prox PIR Outdoor groups into a single “intelligent zone” with alarm confirmation. When one of the detectors in the intelligent zone is triggered, a default 20-second delay starts. If during this time an “Alarm” state occurs for any detector in this group, or a repeated “Alarm” state occurs for the same detector, or the detector remains in the “Alarm” state until the intelligent zone delay expires – an alarm signal will be sent to the security company.
“Arming with a triggered detector” – forced arming of the detector, even if it is triggered.
- “Forced arming after exit delay” – if the detector does not recover after the exit delay countdown, the system enters the “Alarm” state and sends an alarm notification.
- “Forced arming upon detector recovery” – the system waits for the detector to recover and sets it to the “Armed” mode.

Testing Communication

Attention. Before performing this step, the device must be registered in the UProx Cloud security system.

Launch the U-Prox Installer app or log in via the U-Prox Installer WEB portal.

Select the security center from the list.

Select the device from the list.

Launch the testing mode and select the mode: activation test, normal signal test, Grade II signal test.

a. Activation test – checks the operation of the motion detector.

b. Normal signal test.

Attention!!! Testing is performed at medium transmitter power.

c. Signal test according to Grade II.

Attention!!! Testing is performed at REDUCED transmitter power, ACCORDING TO STANDARD EN 50131-1.

To start testing the device's signal level, wait for the next communication session with the device, or trigger its activation or remove it from the bracket.

Move the device to the pre-selected installation location.

Using the data in the U-Prox Installer mobile app or U-Prox Installer WEB, select a location with an optimal signal level, not lower than -95 dBm.

You can also use the device's LED indication:

LED flashes green (up to -87 dBm) – excellent signal level, installation is possible.
LED flashes yellow (up to -88 ... -94 dBm) – medium signal level, installation is possible.
LED flashes red (up to -95 111 dBm) – poor signal level, move the device to another location, or use a UProx Extender radio repeater.
To exit signal testing mode, press the “End testing” button in the app.

Attention!!! Testing WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY COMPLETED 30 MINUTES AFTER START.

Removing the Device