RWA-300R - Chamberlain Reporter Wireless Motion Alert System

This wireless motion alert driveway alarm system from Chamberlain provides added peace of mind without wires or power connections. It can be placed near your driveway, storage areas, doors and windows, pool gate, or - it’s even small enough to fit inside a commercial jewelry display box.

Just place the sensor near any location needing notification or protection. If the sensor detects activity it will send a signal to the receiver which will then sound a tone and flash a red alert light. For ultimate protection, the receiver can even be set to trigger your home alarm system, plus it can be set to activate other devices such as a doorbell, buzzer, or light.

The RWA-300R detects motion up to 30 feet away with a wide 120 degree coverage range. The alert system is portable and lightweight for use inside or outside. The sensor comes in a dark green color and has a tough weather-proof and water-proof exterior which makes it durable in even the most extreme conditions.

The RWA-300R uses a passive infrared sensor to detect movement of people and vehicles. The sensor has an adjustable sensitivity which prevents false alarms from small animals and such. In addition, the sensor can be mounted and should be able to swivel as needed.

The RWA-300R can work with up to 4 sensors. The receiver runs on one 9 volt battery and the sensor requires 4 AA batteries which should last up to two years. Batteries are not included within the kit.

The RWA-300R is very easy to install and maintain. There is a 3 page user’s manual which walks you through the installation and testing process.

This wireless motion alert and driveway alarm system is part of Chamberlain’s Do-It-Yourself product line. Chamberlain is one of the most trusted names on the market when it comes to driveway alarms, garage door openers, and gate operators.

Please note that the manufacturer lists the range from base to sensor to be 900 feet. However, this range may be obstructed by walls and other structures. Home Security Store technicians have found the system to work around 100 feet within the confines of an average home’s interior and exterior walls.

Here is a recap with some additional Features:

• New feature: Temporary mute - A one button press can stop alerts for one hour.
• Reports up to 4 individual transmitters, each with a distinct ring.
• PIR Transmitter operates on 4xAA batteries for 2 years.
• PIR features adjustable sensitivity and detection range.
• Sensor water and sun shield helps to eliminate false alarms.
• Battery back-up feature in the receiver, with low battery notification.
• Water-proof in any climate. UV hardened for the hottest climates.
• Receiver features sound control; adjust for how long to sound or delete internal buzzer.
• Code learning system only responds to sensors assigned to it.
• Receiver features outputs to drive external bell or alarms.
• Can be used to trigger your home or commercial alarm.
• Each transmitter can report to multiple receivers.
• Extremely easy to use and install.
• Comes with a 1-year manufacturer’s warrantee.

Rating: (3.37)   # of Ratings: 54    Sort: New to Old RE-SORT REVIEWS: Helpful to Less Helpful Less Helpful to Helpful New to Old Old to New High to Low Rating Low to High Rating Showing comments 1-20 of 54 (Next 20) 1. Anonymous User on 10/20/2009, said: Unit worked only occasionally at 775 ft with clear line-of-sight for the first three months but performance deteriorated since. I have replaced batterys twice hoping to improve but unit is now one year old and totally unreliable detection with frequent false signals. Rarely detects when car enters drive but does give frequent false signals when nothing is present. Might be alright if you keep distance no more than 100 ft. with clear line-of-sight but I'm upgrading to some other brand. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (1 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 2. Anonymous User on 10/19/2009, said: A piece of **** and total waste of money. I bought it on recommendation from a guy who works in security and set it up. Doubled checked all switches, batteries, etc... UPS truck would not even set it off. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (1 people found this comment helpful, 1 did not) 3. Anonymous User on 10/6/2009, said: I just bought the main unit with 4 additional sencors today. I bought them because of the range advertized. They SUCK !!! I am taking them back. The range I am getting is 50 - 100 feet tops. The sencors work one minute and then not at all unless I take it down and get within 20 feet of the min box. Not at all reliable!!! Was this comment helpful? yes no   (0 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 4. Anonymous User on 10/1/2009, said: cheap made would only pick up about 70 feet max from base motion has to be slow to pick up Was this comment helpful? yes no   (0 people found this comment helpful, 1 did not) 5. Anonymous User on 9/18/2009, said: IT MAKES A HIGH PITCH BEEP FOR ABOUT ONE SECOND, WHEN ACTIVATED. EXTREMELY HARD TO HEAR IF NOT CLOSE BY. IF HEARING IMPARED, YOU PROBABLY WILL NOT HEAR IT AT ALL. THIS IS REDICULOUS FOR A UNIT AT THIS PRICE Was this comment helpful? yes no   (1 people found this comment helpful, 1 did not) 6. Anonymous User on 8/28/2009, said: This alarm stinks. We had an alarm which work great and lasted for about six years or more. Replace it with this one and it's never work right. I'm in the process of buying a new one on line. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (1 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 7. Anonymous User on 8/20/2009, said: I have two (2) of them does not work well at all. Would not have another. Would like to get rid of these. Does not work!!!!!!!!!!!! They are now in my junk pile!!!!!!!! Was this comment helpful? yes no   (3 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 8. Anonymous User on 8/3/2009, said: I tested this Driveway Alert system against the Wireless 1000 from Optex. The RWA-300R worked at about 100 feet from my house with some trees in the way. I’m giving it 3 stars because of the price and range. The Optex cost more, but I got about 800 feet from the house. "Looks like you get what you pay for" Was this comment helpful? yes no   (6 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 9. Anonymous User on 8/1/2009, said: I bought this unit and the Range was advertised as 900'......I set it up with an inline of sight of 200' and it didn't work......I was lucky if I could get 20'........I wouldn't by it!!! Security Advisor Comment Please note that the manufacturer lists the range from base to sensor to be 900 feet. However, this range may be obstructed by walls and other structures. Home Security Store technicians have found the system to work around 100 feet within the confines of an average home’s interior and exterior walls. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (7 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 10. Anonymous User on 7/28/2009, said: Worked good for a little over 1 year, then quit working just after the warranty was up. I would not recommend buying this product. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (3 people found this comment helpful, 1 did not) 11. Razor on 1/14/2009, said: This unit sounded sporatically and routinely (at least weekly) had to be 're-introduced' to the base unit. Very unreliable. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (8 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 12. Robert on 1/2/2009, said: Have bought Reporter units in the past and they all worked great. The Chamberlain unit is complete junk and would never recommend it to anyone under any circumstances. Buyer Beware. Not the Home Security store's fault. This is not even close to the old reporter systems. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (8 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 13. Bill on 12/6/2008, said: I LOVE my Reporter system. It not only lets me know when my company has arrived, it also will alert me of any unwanted, night time intruders. It's a must for a multi-layer, security system. Coupled with the night vision cameras, it will let you will know what time an intruder has trespassed so you will know what time to view on your camera playback, providing you with solid evidence. I have had my two, Reporter systems for one year, without any problems, and they're still going strong on the same, four, AA batteries. It is very easy to install, and move around to different locations. This system has provided me with a greater sense of security in my home. I highly recommend it to anyone who does not want a dog, but wants to be alerted. You cannot go wrong with this product! Rosie in Willits California. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (4 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 14. Philip on 11/12/2008, said: I Recommend this SELLER!!! Shipping was quick... product arrived as described... seems to be working as promised!!! The only problem I have is getting a copy of the invoice? Don't seem to see an easy option to print an invoice? Was this comment helpful? yes no   (2 people found this comment helpful, 1 did not) 15. judge on 10/19/2008, said: I have had my old reporter for 8 years 350ft. from my house without a clear line of sight. The original reporter was excellent and I recommended it to people. Unfortunately batteries leaked and ruined the original reporter. I bought the Chamberlain reporter at Northern Industrial Tool and Supplies, as I did when I bought the original Reporter I beat my brains out trying to figure out why this Chamberlain reporter was so crappy. I thought I must not have done something right. NOPE, the unit is just a piece of junk. Evidentley, someone is saving some money and has weakened the unit to a lucky 100ft. range a best. . Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me! I will be buying a new unit from someone other than Chamberlain. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY. SPEND MORE AND GET MORE!! Was this comment helpful? yes no   (8 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 16. Justin on 8/6/2008, said: Note that the new Chamberlain units are not the same as the original reporter units sold in the past. I purchased this unit and thought it was the same but the new units have very poor range. Apparently the original company was bought out and the units have been changed but have the same look as the old style sold several years ago. These are not worth the money. There will be many disappointed customers when people try to replace their old units with the new ones. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (7 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 17. Leonard on 7/25/2008, said: 26 feet line of sight is the only way this device will work! Only triggers buzzer 3 out of five attempts even thought he green LED lights on the sending unit. I have bought other items from HSS and have been happy, this device truly sucks and should probably be dropped from the line of products. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (6 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 18. JimK on 7/16/2008, said: Bought this over a year ago and it is a great product. We have a long walkway down to our front door and now we know when anybody is coming our way. Super security product for the price. I have the sensor about 70 feet from the base unit and there is no problem at all in this regard. Only issue is we sometimes get false alarms due to birds, chipmonks, etc. tripping the alarm. I guess this means it is working, so I would rather have that then it not sensing somebody walking by. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (2 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) 19. sonnyalex on 7/13/2008, said: great product, now we know when someone enters our driveway. We don't how we would live with out it . Was this comment helpful? yes no   (1 people found this comment helpful, 1 did not) 20. scott on 7/10/2008, said: use the contacts and a 1k resistor to add this to my alarm system for a super long range wireless motion detector. Perfect for an outbuilding or shop or garage. Alarm can then be programmed to chime when trpped. Was this comment helpful? yes no   (2 people found this comment helpful, 0 did not) Showing comments 1-20 of 54 (Next 20)

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