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PowerG Wireless Digital Pet Immune PIR Motion Detector

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PowerG Wireless Digital Pet Immune PIR Motion Detector

The DSC PowerG PGx914 is a professional indoor PIR motion detector with pet immunity up to 85 lb (38 kg). It uses PowerG 2-way, AES-128 encrypted wireless, features Fresnel + cylindrical lenses for uniform coverage to 39 ft (12 m), and adds smart options like a motion event counter (1- or 2-pulse) and temperature/light reporting on supported panels. Battery life is 6–8 years on a CR123A cell.

Why Choose This with Smart Shield Systems


  • Pro placement & aiming: we mount at the right height, avoid heat/air drafts, and use walk tests + link-quality LEDs to confirm GOOD/STRONG signal before we leave.

  • Fewer false alarms: we tune True Motion Recognition™ and set the event counter (1- or 2-pulse) to fit your traffic patterns and pets.

  • Clean integration: we enroll it to your PowerG system (IQ Panel / DSC) and enable temperature display when supported.


Key Features


  • Pet immune up to 85 lb (38 kg) with Target Specific Imaging™.

  • Uniform 39 ft (12 m) coverage; no vertical adjustment needed.

  • True Motion Recognition™ to distinguish real intruders from disturbances.

  • Motion event counter (choose 1 or 2 consecutive events to alarm).

  • PowerG wireless: FHSS, adaptive transmission power, AES-128 encryption.

  • Temperature & light level reports to compatible control panels.


Product Specifications (At-a-Glance)


  • Models / Bands: PG9914 (915 MHz, UL/ULC for NA) · PG8914 (868 MHz) · PG4914 (433 MHz).

  • Detection range / optics: up to 39 ft (12 m); Fresnel + cylindrical lenses.

  • Pet immunity: ≤ 85 lb (38 kg).

  • Power / battery life: 3 V CR123A lithium; ~6–8 years typical.

  • Tamper: front & back.

  • Environment: 14–122 °F (-10–50 °C); indoor use.

  • Size / weight: 3.27 × 2.4 × 1.66 in (83 × 61 × 42 mm); ~90 g with battery.


Compatibility Notes


  • Works with PowerG-capable systems; DSC lists PowerSeries Neo explicitly, and the PG9914 is UL/ULC listed in North America.

  • Qolsys IQ Panels with PowerG radios also support PG9914 (dealer-verified).

  • Legacy note: a specific IQ Panel 2 Plus firmware (80.17) had a known incompatibility with some PG9914 firmware builds; newer IQ firmware lines are not affected. We confirm panel versions during install.


Popular Use Cases


  • Living rooms & hallways: wide coverage without constant pet triggers.

  • Home offices / retail back rooms: reliable motion with security-grade wireless and long battery life.


Frequently Asked Questions


Will my pets set it off?


It’s pet immune up to 85 lb (38 kg) when installed and aimed correctly. We place it to avoid looking directly at stairs or tall furniture pets might climb.


How do you reduce false alarms in busy rooms?


We can enable the 2-event (2-pulse) counter so two consecutive motions must occur before an alarm, and we avoid drafts/sunlight per the manual.


Can it show room temperature in my app/panel?


Yes—on panels that support temperature/light reporting, the PGx914 can send those values. (Support varies by system; we enable it when available.)


What battery does it use and how long will it last?


A single CR123A lithium with ~6–8 years typical life; the sensor reports low battery to your system.


Is it listed for UL/ULC?


PG9914 (915 MHz) is UL/ULC listed for residential/commercial burglary; use it with compatible, listed receivers.


Ready for pet-friendly, pro-grade motion detection?


Smart Shield Systems will place, enroll, and tune your PGx914—verify signal, set the right sensitivity, and enable temperature where supported—so your system catches intruders, not your pets.

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Address: 9655 Granite Ridge Dr Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (844) 477‑7627
Email: office@smartshieldsystems.com

Smart Shield Systems is deeply embedded in the San Diego community and exclusively serves residential and commercial clients within the San Diego area.

Our expert team installs advanced security systems - including alarms, surveillance, smart locks, automation, and wellness monitoring - across neighborhoods such as La Jolla, North Park, Carmel Valley, Mira Mesa, Pacific Beach, University City, Scripps Ranch, Kearny Mesa, Mission Valley, and more.

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