ddennerline
Active Member
I replaces all my GE DesignLine door/Window sensors with Elk 6021 2-way equivalent. Once a year, some random false alarm would trigger. They have been installed for a month, and I haven’t experienced any false alarms. The Elk sensors are in fact very slim, and I like the pure white outside. I did experience a few issues that I hope that Elk will address.
I am going to keep my GE receiver operating because I need my RE104 driveway sensor, and I doubt Elk will build one similar to Resolution Products.
- The sensor should ship split open. In order to open without destroying sensor, you should use a dime to open.
- The double sided tape should be easily peeled on both sides. For some reason, only one side can be easily removed. The second side requires a sharp knife or lots of rubbing with fingernail.
- The sensor should ship with name brand batteries. Out of twelve sensors, three batteries showed voltages around 3v instead of 3.4v. One battery was at 2v.
- The range does not appear to be as long as with the GE versions. I don’t know if 319Mhz vs. 900Mhz frequency has anything to do with range. I compared the sensors side by side at different ranges. The 6021 range is sufficient for majority of houses. I did mount my Elk 2-way M1XRFTW receiver upstairs in a closet.
- The instructions fail to mention that when installing in double-hung window application the opening slot should be placed outward. Otherwise, you will not be able to easily replace the battery. In short-hand, install the sensors on right side of window. I had to remount a few after I realized this mistake.
I am going to keep my GE receiver operating because I need my RE104 driveway sensor, and I doubt Elk will build one similar to Resolution Products.
