Description
The Protect-800 Wireless Photocell Alert Kit gives you instant alerts when vehicles or people pass through gates, driveways, or entrances. With a powerful 800 m wireless range, weatherproof photocells, and a plug-and-play indoor chime receiver, it’s the ideal solution for warehouses, farms, business yards, and home driveways.
Whether you need to monitor deliveries, protect against intruders, or simply know when someone has arrived, this kit provides peace of mind and hassle-free installation with no wiring across entrances.
Key Features & Benefits
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800 m Wireless Range (line of sight) – around 400–600 m in most real-world conditions.
Photo Beam Detection – alerts you when the invisible infrared beam is crossed.
Simple Installation – one photocell powered by plug-in transformer, the other battery-powered for flexible placement.
Weatherproof (IP54) – built to withstand rain, dust, and temperature extremes.
Indoor Chime Receiver – 32 melodies, adjustable volume (up to 85 dB), and LED indicators.
Scalable & Expandable – add PIRs, vehicle sensors, push buttons, extra transmitters, or more receivers with no limit.
Smart Outputs – includes 4 relay outputs and 12V DC output for sirens, flashing LEDs, bells, or diallers.
Low Maintenance – transmitter battery lasts 12–18 months in normal use.
How It Works
- Mount the photocells on either side of your entrance (up to 12 m apart).
- Power the photocells: one via plug-in transformer (supplied), the other with battery (supplied).
- When the infrared beam is broken (vehicle, person, or intruder passes through), the wireless transmitter sends a signal back to the indoor receiver.
- The receiver plays your chosen chime at the volume you set, alerting you instantly.
What’s Included in the Kit
- 1 × Set of weatherproof photocells (1 mains powered, 1 battery powered)
- 1 × Protect-800 Wireless Transmitter (weatherproof housing, battery included)
- 1 × Indoor Chime Receiver
- 2 × Plug-in Transformers (UK 3-pin, EU 2-pin available on request)
- All mounting accessories
Technical Specifications
Receiver
- Range: 800 m (line of sight)
- Volume: Adjustable (low to 85 dB)
- Melodies: 32 options
- Power: Mains transformer (supplied) + optional 4× AAA backup
- Outputs: 4 × Dry Relay, 12V DC (adjustable duration)
- Indicators: Zone alerts, LED power loss, low battery
- Mounting: Wall or desk
Photocells
- Range: up to 12 m between cells
- Power: 12–24VAC/DC or 3V battery
- Operating Temp: –20 °C to +60 °C
- Weatherproof Rating: IP54
Transmitter
- Range: 800 m (line of sight)
- Power: 1 × CR123A battery (12–18 months life)
- Housing: IP65 weatherproof box
Ideal For
- Home driveways & entrances
- Warehouses & business yards
- Farm gates & rural properties
- Delivery monitoring & visitor alerts
- Protecting outbuildings or restricted areas
