2GIG DW30-345

Outdoor Wireless Door and Window Sensor

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The 2GIG DW30-345 is an outdoor wireless contact sensor that was specifically created for use on fences, barn doors, patio doors and more. It monitors any outer door and lets the user know if the structure is ever opened. Buy the 2GIG DW30-345 Outdoor Wireless Door Sensor from Alarm Grid.
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Description

If you're a 2GIG user with an outdoor opening you want to monitor, then the 2GIG DW30-345 Outdoor Wireless Door Sensor is exactly what you need. This weather-resistant contact sensor is prepared to withstand harsh environments and provide the same reliable performance as any indoor contact.

The 2GIG DW30-345 operates much like any standard contact. The magnet will be very close to or in direct proximity with the sensor when the door or window is closed. Opening the door or window will cause the magnet to become separated from the sensor. The sensor will then send a 345 MHz signal to the alarm system to let it know that the structure has been opened. The system will then respond based on the Sensor Type for the associated zone.

Since this is an outdoor sensor, the 2GIG DW30-345 will often require a greater wireless signal range than an average indoor sensor. This is especially true when the main panel is located inside the house, while the sensor is being used outside. The signals will likely need to travel through walls and past other obstacles to reach their intended destination. For that reason, the user might want to add a 2GIG RPTR1-345 Wireless Repeater to ensure that the signals reach the panel more reliably. Expected wireless range for the sensor is roughly 350 nominal feet without a repeater.

As a 2GIG Sensor, the 2GIG DW30-345 was designed with 2GIG Systems in mind. This includes both the 2GIG GC3 and the 2GIG GC2, as well as the all-new 2GIG GC3e and 2GIG GC2e Systems. The sensor can also be used with the Honeywell Lyric Controller, provided that the system is running a high enough firmware version to support 2GIG Sensors.

The 2GIG DW30-345 receives power from two (2) AA batteries, and it has a sealing cover to keep out unwanted rain and dust. The sensor has an approximate range of 350 feet in open air. We recommend installing the sensor within 100 feet of the panel or using a repeater to increase the range. The maximum gap between the sensor and magnet is 2 inches, but this distance should ideally be less than an inch. Stainless steel self-locking strap ties are recommended if mounting on a curved surface. The sensor also includes an internal terminal block for connecting a single Form C SPDT wired contact. This allows you to use the DW30 as a wireless transmitter. The maximum wire length between the connected sensor and the DW30 should be no more than three (3) feet. The sensor and magnet may be painted, but using metallic paint colors may result in improper operation.

Brand: 2GIG

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Reviews
Excellent Outdoor Sensor!
Submitted on 07/28/2020 Alarm Grid

The 2GIG DW30-345 is a wireless outdoor door and window contact sensor that operates at the 2GIG 345 MHz frequency. It is compatible with all of the wireless 2GIG Panels, the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus 345 MHz, and the Honeywell Lyric Controller. This device is great for monitoring a fence, a gate, a barn door, or any outdoor opening. It can even be used to monitor an overhead door thanks to its large, 2-inch magnet spacing gap. Overall, the 2GIG DW30-345 is a very versatile and reliable sensor that can certainly make a nice addition to almost any security system. That is why we give it a 5-Star rating.

There are many positive aspects surrounding the 2GIG DW30-345. For one, it is weather-resistant and able to be used nicely in almost any outdoor environment. The large magnet spacing gap of two (2) inches is also a major benefit, as it greatly expands upon the ways that you can use the sensor. The sensor offers nice versatility as a 2GIG 345 MHz Sensor, as it can be used with a nice selection of security systems. And its ability to monitor virtually any outdoor opening must also be recognized as a positive attribute.

There are not many downsides regarding the 2GIG DW30-345. One minor issue is that it is a relatively larger sensor. This is the case for most outdoor door and window contacts, so you probably won't find a more compact option. The sensor relies on two (2) AA batteries for power, and they will need to be replaced periodically. There is also the fact that the sensor has an open air range of roughly 350 feet, and that may not be enough for certain applications. A compatible wireless repeater like the 2GIG RPTR1-345 can help overcome this issue. But these downsides are relatively minor, and they do not stop us from giving the 2GIG DW30-345 a 5-Star score.

Good: Weather Resistant, Large Magnet Spacing Gap, Interfaces w/ Wide Selection of Systems, Many Potential Uses

Bad: Large Size, Relies on Batteries, Limited Wireless Range

Bottom Line: 5 Stars

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