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How to Identify Low Battery in ERA Transmitters and Sensors

Understanding the battery status of your ERA transmitters and sensors is crucial for maintaining reliable system performance. Learn to recognize the low battery indicators specific to each ERA device.

Compatible Devices

  • ERA-DSTX driveway sensor
  • ERA-UTX universal transmitter
  • ERA-PIR motion sensor

ERA-DCRX Receiver Indicators

Visual Alerts

  • Normal Operation:
    – Zone LED flashes briefly when triggered
    – Single melody plays
  • Low Battery Warning:
    – Zone LED blinks for 10 minutes
    – Affects only the zone with low battery
    – Indicates specific transmitter needs attention

Audio Indicators

  • Normal Operation:
    – Single melody plays when triggered
    – Standard alert duration
  • Low Battery Alert:
    – Melody plays twice
    – Distinct from normal operation
    – Immediate indication of battery status

ERA-PIR-SPK Specific Indicators

  • Normal Function:
    – Single melody playback
    – Standard operation
  • Low Battery Warning:
    – Double melody playback
    – Clear indication of battery status
    – Time to replace battery

Recommended Actions

  • Monitor alert patterns regularly
  • Replace batteries promptly when warned
  • Use high-quality replacement batteries
  • Document battery replacement dates
  • Keep spare batteries available
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