No, I didn't take it that way. Just a bit discouraging on my end. I was talking to a "kid" minutes ago who is home for the holidays. He works on software and circuits for a company in West Texas which builds those large wind turbines. He has a limited knowledge of electronics. I was discussing...
Yeah, I agree that smoke is a great possibility, however, I thought I'd come here and run it by experienced folks. Never hurts to ask. I must do something. I'm sure there's a simple solution awaiting my discovery. Thanks for your time and effort.
If my original concept is not doable, how about this:
1. A "normal" ac household current motion detector w/ security lights.
2. One of those remote control xmtr / rcvr devices used to control lamps, appliances, etc.
3. Locate the circuit within the detector which activates the security...
Thanks for your reply and bear with me please. The following numbered questions / responses will follow your numerical sequence.
1. I guess at this juncture I might try the 12 volt adapter. The only thing I have to lose is a 20.00 motion sensor and the cost of the adapter.
2. If it did...
Hi folks. Recently purchased a cheap, battery powered motion detector with a built in piezo siren. The siren is rated at 130db. It's not loud enough for the distance I need. I have a 12 volt siren from a poultry house rated at 113db. It is much, much louder and will fulfill my need.
1. The...