EN 50131-2-7-3:2012

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2012
1DGRPHãþD
SIST-TS CLC/TS 50131-2-7-3:2009
Alarmni sistemi - Sistemi za javljanje vloma in ropa - 2-7-3. del: Zahteve za
javljalnike vloma - Javljalniki loma stekla (aktivni)
Alarm systems - Intrusion and hold-up systems - Part 2-7-3: Intrusion detectors - Glass
break detectors (active)
Alarmanlagen - Einbruch- und Überfallmeldeanlagen - Teil 2-7-3: Einbruchmelder -
Glasbruchmelder (Aktiv)
Systèmes d’alarme - Systèmes d'alarme contre l’intrusion et les hold-up - Partie 2-7-3:
Détecteurs d'intrusion - Détecteurs bris de glace (actifs)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 50131-2-7-3:2012
ICS:
13.310 Varstvo pred kriminalom Protection against crime
13.320 Alarmni in opozorilni sistemi Alarm and warning systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 50131-2-7-3
NORME EUROPÉENNE
September 2012
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.320 Supersedes CLC/TS 50131-2-7-3:2009

English version
Alarm systems -
Intrusion and hold-up systems -
Part 2-7-3: Intrusion detectors -
Glass break detectors (active)

Systèmes d’alarme -  Alarmanlagen -
Systèmes d'alarme contre l’intrusion et les Einbruch- und Überfallmeldeanlagen -
hold-up - Teil 2-7-3: Einbruchmelder -
Partie 2-7-3: Détecteurs d'intrusion - Glasbruchmelder (Aktiv)
Détecteurs bris de glace (actifs)

This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2012-08-13. CENELEC members are bound to comply
with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard
the status of a national standard without any alteration.

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Contents
Foreword . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations . 6
3.1 Terms and definitions. 6
3.2 Abbreviations . 7
4 Functional Requirements . 7
4.1 Event Processing . 7
4.2 Operational requirements . 9
4.2.1 Time interval between intrusion signals or messages . 9
4.2.2 Switch on delay . 9
4.2.3 Self tests . 9
4.3 Detection . 9
4.3.1 Detection performance . 9
4.3.2 Indication of detection .10
4.4 Immunity to false alarm sources .10
4.4.1 General .10
4.4.2 Immunity to Small objects hitting the glass.10
4.4.3 Immunity to Soft objects hitting the glass .10
4.4.4 Immunity to Hard objects hitting the glass .10
4.4.5 Immunity to Static pressure .10
4.4.6 Immunity to Dynamic pressure .11
4.4.7 Immunity to wide band noise .11
4.5 Tamper security .11
4.5.1 Resistance to and detection of unauthorised access to the inside of the detector
through covers and existing holes .11
4.5.2 Detection of removal from the mounting surface .11
4.5.3 Detection of masking .11
4.5.4 Immunity to magnetic field interference .12
4.6 Electrical requirements .12
4.6.1 General .12

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4.6.2 Detector current consumption .12
4.6.3 Slow input voltage rise and voltage range limits .12
4.6.4 Input voltage ripple .12
4.6.5 Input voltage step change .12
4.7 Environmental classification and conditions .12
4.7.1 Environmental classification .12
4.7.2 Immunity to environmental conditions .13
5 Marking, identification and documentation .13
5.1 Marking and/or identification .13
5.2 Documentation .13
6 Testing .13
6.1 General .13
6.2 General test conditions .13
6.2.1 Standard laboratory conditions for testing .13
6.2.2 General detection testing environment and procedures .14
6.3 Basic Detection Test .14
6.3.1 General .14
6.3.2 Basic Test Source .14
6.3.3 Basic Detection Test Method .14
6.4 Performance tests .15
6.4.1 General .15
6.4.2 Verification of detection performance .15
6.4.3 Hole drilling with a diamond hole saw .16
6.4.4 Glass cutting .16
6.5 Switch-on delay, time interval between signals, and indication of detection .17
6.6 Fault condition signals or messages: self tests .17
6.7 Tests of immunity to false alarm sources .18
6.7.1 General .18
6.7.2 Immunity to Small objects hitting the glass.18
6.7.3 Immunity to Soft objects hitting the glass .18
6.7.4 Immunity to Hard objects hitting the glass .19
6.7.5 Immunity to Static pressure .19
6.7.6 Immunity to Dynamic pressure .20

6.7.7 Immunity to wide band noise based using Flat steel rulers .20
6.7.8 Immunity to wide band noise based using IC’s .21
6.8 Tamper security .21
6.8.1 Prevention of unauthorised access to the inside of the detector through covers and
existing holes .21
6.8.2 Detection of removal from the mounting surface .21
6.8.3 Resistance to magnetic field interference.22
6.8.4 Detection of masking .22
6.9 Electrical tests .22
6.9.1 General .22
6.9.2 Detector current consumption .22
6.9.3 Slow input voltage change and input voltage range limits .22
6.9.4 Input voltage ripple .23
6.9.5 Input voltage step change .23
6.9.6 Total loss of power supply .23
6.10 Environmental classification and conditions .24
6.11 Marking, identification and documentation .25
6.11.1 Marking and/or identification .25
6.11.2 Documentation .25
Annex A (normative) Catalogue of standard glass types .26
Annex B (informative) List of small tools suitable for testing immunity of casing to attack .27
Annex C (normative) Dimensions & Requirements of a standard test magnet .28
Annex D (normative) Immunity test: Small objects hit sensitivity .31
Annex E (normative) Immunity test: Soft objects hit sensitivity .32
Annex F (normative) Immunity test: Hard objects hit sensitivity .33
Annex G (normative) Immunity test: Static pressure sensitivity .34
Annex H (normative) Immunity test: Dynamic pressure sensitivity .35
Annex I (normative) General testing matrix .36
Annex J (normative) Performance test setup and alternative performance test setup .38
Annex K (normative) Performance sensitivity test .41

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Foreword
This document (EN 50131-2-7-3:2012) has been prepared by CLC/TC 79 "Alarm systems".
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be
(dop) 2013-08-13
implemented at national level by publication of
an identical national standard or by
endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards
(dow) 2015-08-13
conflicting with this document have to
be withdrawn
This document supersedes CLC/TS 50131-2-7-3:2009.
This European Standard provides for security Grades 1 to 4 (see EN 50131-1) glass break detectors
(active) installed in buildings, and uses environmental classes I to IV (see EN 50130-5).
The purpose of a detector is to detect changes to the integrity of a glass barrier (for example in doors,
windows or enclosures) that the transmitting and receiving unit(s) are directly mounted on, which
allows intrusion to the monitored area and to provide the necessary range of signals or messages to
be used by the rest of the intruder alarm system.
Functions additional to the mandatory functions specified in this standard may be included in the
detector, providing they do not adversely influence the correct operation of the mandatory functions.
The number and scope of these signals or messages may be more comprehensive for systems that
are specified at the higher Grades.
This standard is only concerned with the requirements and tests for the detector. Other types of
detectors are covered by other documents identified as TS / EN 50131-2-x.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC [and/or CEN] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such
patent rights.
1 Scope
This European Standard is for active surface mounted glass break detectors installed in buildings and
provides for security Grades 1 to 4 (see EN 50131-1), specific or non-specific wired or wire-free
detectors, and uses environmental classes I to IV (see EN 50130-5). This European Standard does
not include requirements for active surface mounted glass break detectors intended for use outdoors.
A detector shall fulfil all the requirements of the specified Grade.
Functions additional to the mandatory functions specified in this standard may be included in the
detector, providing they do not adversely influence the correct operation of the mandatory functions.
This European Standard does not apply to system interconnections.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 50130-4 Alarm systems  Part 4: Electromagnetic compatibility  Product family
standard: Immunity requirements for components of fire, intruder and social
alarm systems
EN 50130-5
Alarm systems  Part 5: Environmental test methods
EN 50131-1:2006
Alarm systems  Intrusion and hold-up systems  Part 1: System
requirements
EN 50131-6
Alarm systems  Intrusion systems  Part 6: Power supplies
EN 60068-1:1994
Environmental testing  Part 1: General and guidance (IEC 60068-1:1988 +
A1:1992 + corrigendum Oct. 1988 )
EN 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code) (IEC 60529)
3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations
For the purposes of this document, the terms, definitions and abbreviations given in EN 50131-1:2006
and the following apply.
3.1 Terms and definitions
3.1.1
Glass Breakage
physical destruction of a glass pane, which allows intrusion to the monitored area, for example in
doors, windows or enclosures
3.1.2
active surface mounted glass break detector
detector that detects changes to the integrity of a glass surface it is mounted on by sending, receiving
and processing signals
3.1.3
Basic Test Source
signal simulator designed to verify the basic function of the detector

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3.1.4
incorrect operation
physical condition that causes an inappropriate signal or message from a detector
3.1.5
Basic Detection Test
test whose purpose is to verify the operation of a detector after conditioning
3.1.6
masking
interference with the detector input capability such as an introduction of a physical barrier (e.g. metal,
plastic, paper or sprayed paints or lacquers in close proximity to the detector) or changing the
characteristics of the monitored area (e.g. placing wet newspapers on the outside of the monitored
glass pane)
3.1.7
standard immunity glass pane
glass pane to be used for all immunity tests, where a glass pane is needed, according to Annex A
3.1.8
Simultaneous Installation
installation of more then one detector or sensor pair of one detector type (e.g. sender and receiver) for
one or more detector´s processing units
3.2 Abbreviations
BTS – Basic Test Source.
EMC – Electromagnetic Compatibility.
4 Functional Requirements
4.1 Event Processing
Detectors shall process the events shown in Table 1. Detectors shall generate signals or messages as
shown in Table 2.
Table 1  Events to be processed by Grade
Grade
Event
1 2 3 4
Intrusion M M M M
a
No Stimulus M M M M
Masking Op Op M M
Tamper Op M M M
Low Supply Voltage Op Op M M
Total loss of power supply Op M M M
Local Self Test Op Op M M
Remote Self Test Op Op Op M
M = Mandatory
Op = Optional
a
No Stimulus’ is considered to be the quite condition, while no
alarm generating stimulus for a detector at that time applies to
the detector input capabilities.

Table 2  Generation of Indication Signals or Messages

Signals or Messages
Event
Intrusion Tamper Fault
Intrusion M NP NP
No Stimulus NP NP NP
a
Masking M Op M
Tamper NP M NP
Low Supply Voltage Op Op M
b
Total loss of power supply M Op Op
Local Self Test Pass NP NP NP
Local Self Test Fail NP NP M
Remote Self Test Pass M NP NP
Remote Self Test Fail NP NP M
M = mandatory
NP = Not permitted
Op = Optional
a
An independent masking signal or message may be provided
instead
b
Alternatively Total loss of Power Supply shall be determined by loss
of communication with the detector.
This permits two methods of signalling a masking
event: either by the intrusion signal and fault signal, or
by a dedicated output. Use of the intrusion signal and
fault signal is preferable, as this requires fewer
connections between CIE and detector. If multiple
events overlap there will be some signal combinations
that may be ambiguous. To overcome this ambiguity it
is suggested that detectors should not signal ‘intrusion’
and ‘fault’ at the same time except to indicate masking.
This implies that the detector should prioritise signals,
e.g. 1. Intrusion, 2. Fault, 3. Masking.
When, in Table 1, an event may optionally generate
signals or messages, they shall be as shown in this
table.
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4.2 Operational requirements
4.2.1 Time interval between intrusion signals or messages
Wired detectors shall be able to provide an intrusion signal or message not more than 15 s after the
end of the preceding intrusion signal or message.
Wire free detectors shall be able to provide an intrusion signal or message after the end of the
preceding intrusion signal or message within the following times:
Grade 1 300 s
Grade 2 180 s
Grade 3 30 s
Grade 4 15 s
4.2.2 Switch on delay
The detector shall meet all functional requirements within 180 s of the power supply reaching its
nominal voltage as specified by the manufacturer.
4.2.3 Self tests
4.2.3.1 Local self test
The detector shall automatically test itself at least once every 24 h according to the requirements of
Tables 1 and 2. If normal operation of the detector is inhibited during a local self-test, the detector
inhibition time shall be limited to a maximum of 30 s in any period of 2 h.
4.2.3.2 Remote self test
A detector shall process remote self tests and generate signals or messages in accordance with
Tables 1 and 2 within 10 s of the remote self test signal being received, and shall return to normal
operation within 30 s of the remote test signal being received.
4.3 Detection
4.3.1 Detection performance
The detector shall generate an intrusion signal or message when a simulated or real glass breakage
according to the corresponding requirements of Table 3 is performed.
Table 3  Performance test requirements
Requirement Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4
Verification of detection performance M M M M
Performance test: hole drilling with diamond hole saw Op Op Op M
Performance test: Glass cutting Op Op Op M
M = Mandatory
Op = Optional
4.3.1.1 Verification of detection performance
This test will verify the detection performance for sensitivity and a break through the glass according to
the supported conditions claimed by the manufacturer. It will verify the maximum covering range
(sensitivity performance test) and the break through detection (breakage performance test), according

to Annex A for different glass types and sizes claimed to be supported (types and dimensions) by the
manufacturer. A number of standard glass types and sizes need to be passed by this test according to
the corresponding test section.
4.3.1.2 Performance test for hole drilling with a diamond hole saw
This test will verify the detection performance by drilling a hole using a diamond hole saw on different
glass types and dimensions according to the supported conditions claimed by the manufacturer and
Annex A. It will verify if the detector is able to identify and signal the change of the integrity of the
monitored side of the glass pane.
4.3.1.3 Performance test for Glass cutting
This test will verify the detection performance by cutting the glass using a standard glass cutter on
different glass types and dimensions according to the supported conditions claimed by the
manufacturer and Annex A. It will verify if the detector is able to identify and signal the change of the
integrity of the monitored side of the glass pane.
4.3.2 Indication of detection
Powered detectors at Grades 3 and 4 that include processing capabilities shall provide an indicator at
the detector to indicate when an intrusion signal or message has been generated.
At Grades 3 and 4 this indicator shall be capable of being enabled and disabled remotely at Access
Level 2.
4.4 Immunity to false alarm sources
4.4.1 General
The detector shall have sufficient immunity to false alarm sources if the following requirements have
been met. No intrusion signal or message shall be generated as a result of the false alarm sources
according to each individual test clause.
The tests for this clause will be performed on the standard immunity test glass pane as defined in
3.1.7, wherever a glass pane is required.
4.4.2 Immunity to Small objects hitting the glass
The detector shall not generate an intrusion signal or message when small objects such as hail, sand,
gravel etc. hit the outside of the monitored glass. The tests are described in 6.7.2.
4.4.3 Immunity to Soft objects hitting the glass
The detector shall not generate an intrusion signal or message when soft objects (e.g. a human fist)
hit the outside of the monitored glass. The tests are described in 6.7.3.
4.4.4 Immunity to Hard objects hitting the glass
The detector shall not generate an intrusion signal or message when hard objects (e.g. handlebars of
a bicycle) hit the outside of the monitored glass. The tests are described in 6.7.4.
4.4.5 Immunity to Static pressure
The detector shall not generate an intrusion signal or message when permanent pressure changes
applied to the monitored glass . The tests are described in 6.7.5.

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4.4.6 Immunity to Dynamic pressure
The detector shall not generate an intrusion signal or message when dynamic pressure changes (due
to wind, etc.) applied to the monitored glass. The tests are described in chapter 6.7.6.
4.4.7 Immunity to wide band noise
The detector shall not generate an intrusion signal or message when a wide band of frequencies at
the same time, which are close to the frequency of a glass breakage (e.g. branches of a tree moving
against the window) are applied to the detector. The tests are described in 6.7.7 and 6.7.8.
4.5 Tamper security
NOTE Tamper security requirements for each Grade of a detector are shown in Table 4.
Table 4  Tamper security requirements
Requirement Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4
Resistance to access to the inside of the detector M M M M
a
Detection of access to the inside of the detector Op M M M
b
c
Removal from the mounting surface Op M
M M
Detection of masking Op Op M M
Magnetic field Immunity Op M M M
Type 1 Type 2 Type 2
Magnet type defined in Annex C
M= Mandatory
Op - Optional
a
Not required for wired detectors which are fully potted and where it is not possible to get access to any adjustments or
components
b
At grade 2 and grade 3 not required if the detector / sensor element is mounted properly according to the
manufacturers instructions with a two - component / epoxy glue (adhesive & activator), which supports the requested
environmental conditions when mounted and fixed.
c
At grade 2 required for wire free detectors only, if the wire free detectors do not use a two - component / epoxy glue
(adhesive & activator) for fixing
4.5.1 Resistance to and detection of unauthorised access to the inside of the detector through
covers and existing holes
All components and means of adjustment which, when interfered with, could adversely affect the
operation of the detector, shall be located within the detector housing. Such access shall require the
use of an appropriate tool and depending on the Grade as specified in Table 4 shall generate a
tamper signal or message before access can be gained.
It shall not be possible to gain access without generating a tamper signal or message or causing
visible damage.
4.5.2 Detection of removal from the mounting surface
A tamper signal or message shall be generated if the detector is removed from its mounting surface, in
accordance with Table 4.
4.5.3 Detection of masking
Means shall be provided to detect inhibition of the operation of the detector by masking according to
the requirements of Table 4. Alternatively, the detector shall continue to operate normally.
NOTE  In an I&HAS any masked detectors should prevent setting of the system.

The maximum response time for the masking detection device shall be 180 s. Masking shall be
signalled according to the requirements of Table 2. The signals or messages shall remain for at least
as long as the masking condition is present. A masking signal or message shall not be reset while the
masking condition is still present. Alternatively the masking signal or message shall be generated
again within 180 s of being reset if the masking condition is still present.
NOTE From a system design point of view it would be preferable for masked detectors to automatically reset after the masking
condition is removed.
The detection of masking shall operate when the I&HAS is both set and unset.
4.5.4 Immunity to magnetic field interference
It shall not be possible to inhibit any signals or messages with a magnet of Grade dependence
according to Table 4. The magnet types shall be as described in Annex C.
4.6 Electrical requirements
4.6.1 General
These requirements do not apply to detectors having Type C power supplies. For these detectors refer
to EN 50131-6. For detectors having an external power supply, the requirements appear in Table 5.
Table 5  Electrical requirements
Test Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4
Detector current consumption Required Required Required Required
Input voltage range Required Required Required Required
Slow input voltage rise Not required Required Required Required
Input voltage ripple Not required Required Required Required
Input voltage step change Not required Required Required Required
4.6.2 Detector current consumption
The detector's quiescent and maximum current consumption shall not exceed the figures claimed by
the manufacturer at the nominal input voltage.
4.6.3 Slow input voltage rise and voltage range limits
The detector shall meet all functional requirements when the input voltage lies between ±25 % of the
nominal value, or between the manufacturers range limits if greater. When the supply voltage is raised
slowly, the detector shall function normally at the specified range limits.
4.6.4 Input voltage ripple
The detector shall meet all functional requirements during the sinusoidal variation of the input voltage
by ±10 % of nominal, at a frequency of 100 Hz.
4.6.5 Input voltage step change
No signals or messages shall be caused by a step in the input voltage between maximum or minimum
and nominal values of the input voltage.
4.7 Environmental classification and conditions
4.7.1 Environmental classification
The environmental classification is described in EN 50131-1 and shall be specified by the
manufacturer.
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4.7.2 Immunity to environmental conditions
All detectors shall meet the requirements of the relevant environmental class and equipment class as
specified by the manufacturer of the environmental tests described in Table 7 and Table 8. These
tests shall be performed in accordance with EN 50130-5 and EN 50130-4.
Impact tests shall not be carried out on delicate detector components such as LEDs or microphones.
Unless specified otherwise for operational tests operational tests, the detector shall not generate
unintentional intrusion, tamper, fault or other signals or messages when subjected to the specified
range of environmental conditions.
For endurance tests, the detector shall continue to meet the requirements of this standard after being
subjected to the specified range of environmental conditions.
5 Marking, identification and documentation
5.1 Marking and/or identification
Marking and/or identification shall be applied to the product in accordance with the requirements of
EN 50131-1.
5.2 Documentation
The product shall be accompanied with clear and concise documentation conforming to the main
systems document EN 50131-1. The documentation shall additionally state:
a) A list of all options, functions, inputs, signals or messages, indications and their relevant
characteristics;
b) Any disallowed field adjustable control settings or combinations of these;
c) Where alignment adjustments are provided, these shall be labelled as to their function;
d) The manufacturer’s quoted nominal operating voltage and the maximum and quiescent current
consumption at that voltage;
e) The detection range (minimum and maximum) and coverage diagram. The installation instructions
shall be clear and concise that the maximum range will include the farthest point from the sensor
input to any point of the monitored glass;
f) All types, maximum size, minimum and maximum thickness of glass for which the detector is
claimed to detect;
g) Any restrictions according to the mounting location of the detector, or any other restrictions which
apply to the performance of the detector;
h)  Any specific settings needed to meet the requirements of this document at the claimed grade.
6 Testing
6.1 General
The tests are intended to be primarily concerned with verifying the correct operation of the detector to
the specification provided by the manufacturer. All the test parameters specified shall carry a general
tolerance of ±10 % unless otherwise stated. A list of tests appears as a general test matrix in Annex I.
6.2 General test conditions
6.2.1 Standard laboratory conditions for testing
The general atmospheric conditions in the measurement and tests laboratory shall be those specified
in EN 60068-1:1994, 5.3.1, unless stated otherwise.

Temperature 15 °C to 35 °C
Relative humidity 25 % RH to 75 % RH
Air pressure 86 kPa to 106 kPa
6.2.2 General detection testing environment and procedures
Manufacturer’s documented instructions regarding mounting and operation shall be read and applied
to all tests.
6.2.2.1 Testing environment
The detectors or sensor elements will be mounted according to the manufacturer’s description on the
monitored object (glass window or door glass pane). Some tests will be performed on the monitored
object, others will be performed on panes (unframed window), where the detectors are mounted
directly on.
6.2.2.2 Test procedures
The tests will be performed with the types of glass claimed by the manufacturer. These tests will be
performed with the sizes and thicknesses of glass as specified in Annex A.
Additionally, tests will be performed with the maximum size claimed by the manufacturer if this is
greater than the maximum size specified in Annex A.
Additional test will be performed with the thinnest glass claimed by the manufacturer, if this is thinner
than the minimum thickness specified in Annex A.
The detector shall be connected to the nominal supply voltage and connected to the monitoring
system that is appropriate to the test. The detector shall be allowed to stabilise for 180 s. The intrusion
signal or message output shall be monitored. If multiple sensitivity modes are available, any non-
compliant modes shall be identified by the manufacturer. All compliant modes shall be tested.
6.3 Basic Detection Test
6.3.1 General
The purpose of the Basic Detection Test is to verify that a detector is still operational after a test or
tests has/have been carried out. The Basic Detection Test verifies only the qualitative performance of
the detector. The Basic Detection Test is performed using the BTS.
6.3.2 Basic Test Source
For functional verification there shall be a device available which will simulate a glass breakage or
destruction, without breaking the glass (BTS), alternatively a pane of standard sized glass (see Annex
A) can be broken to verify the detection. The Basic Test Source (BTS) which is specified by the
manufacturer simulates the breaking of a standard glass window by the low energy attack test.
This device should be a test device, which is specified for testing through simulation of a glass break
from or recommended by the manufacturer.
This device should simulate a glass breakage or destruction, by pressing the device onto the
monitored glass and simulating a sound, frequency or condition, which needs to be detected.
6.3.3 Basic Detection Test Method
The detector shall generate an intrusion signal or message when a test device (BTS) is used to
simulate a glass breakage. The test will be performed according to the manufacturer’s instructions
after the first installation, to verify, that all detectors are installed properly. It will be performed again,

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after or / and during the environmental tests under the same conditions the tests had been performed
the first time, to verify that the detectors will still function the way, the manufacturer claims to support
(e.g. detection range) and to compare this results with the results of the initial test.
If the test is not compatible with the detector, use the manufacturer’s information to generate the
correct algorithm.
The detector(s) shall produce an intrusion signal or message when exposed to an alarm stimulus both
before and after being subjected to any test that may adversely affect its performance.
6.4 Performance tests
6.4.1 General
The general test conditions of 6.2.2 shall apply to all tests in this series.
Detection performance shall be tested against the manufacturer’s documented claims. Any variable
controls shall be set to the values recommended by the manufacturer to achieve the claimed
performance.
The detectors shall be assessed in the specified test environment.
6.4.2 Verification of detection performance
6.4.2.1 General
All performance tests are based on physical destruction characteristics (e.g. the sound of breakage) of
the size, thickness and types of glass claimed to be supported by the manufacturer including the
standard glass types listed in Annex A, if claimed to be supported by the manufacturer.
6.4.2.2 Sensitivity performance test
The test will be performed for each glass type claimed to be supported by the manufacturer. Each
glass pane will be positioned on top of the support / distance pieces, to ensure that the glass break
signal can reach the detectors undampened.
Three sender and receiver pairs (or combined sensor elements) shall be mounted according to the
manufacturer’s installation instructions on the monitored glass (if a simultaneous installation is not
supported, the test shall be performed for each detector separately), at the maximum distance of the
planned glass breakage claimed to be supported by the manufacturer. The maximum distance
claimed to be supported, will determine the size of the glass pane.
This actually means that one combined sensor element will be mounted at the maximum distance and
the rest of the combined sensor elements will be mounted parallel to this combined sensor element
along the far edge of the glass according to Annex K, within the range claimed to be supported.
In case the sensor element consists out of a sender and receiver pair, they shall be installed according
to the manufacturer’s instruction and the maximum distance will be measured from the receiver
element. In case more then one detector element can be tested at the same time, the other two
receivers shall be mounted adjacent to the first receiver element along the far edge to the glass
according to Annex K.
To verify the sensitivity, the edge of the glass will be broken with a pair of pliers at the far distance end
relative to the position of one receiver or combined sensor element, given that the other 2 receiver or
combined sensor elements are still in the claimed to be supported area. The pliers shall be placed in a
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way, that they will hold 100 mm to 150 mm of the glass, when the breakage is performed. The output
of the detectors will be monitored for detection of the glass breakage. This will be performed 3 times
for each glass type; it is allowed to repeat the test on the same pane, if the pane will support it.
Pass/fail criteria: 8 out of 9 attempts shall be detected for each glass type.

6.4.2.3 Breakage performance test
These tests shall use the physical destruction characteristics (e.g. the sound of breakage), thickness
and types of glass claimed to be supported by the manufacturer including the standard glass types
listed in Annex A, if claimed to be supported by the manufacturer:
For each glass type claimed to be supported by the manufacturer, 2 panes with nominal thickness of
Annex A and standard size of Annex A will be tested by dropping a steel ball according to the test set
up of Annex J. 8 samples shall be used to measure the detection performance (if a simultaneous
installation is not supported, the test shall be performed for each detector separately and may require
one pane per detector).
Pass/fail criteria : At least 7 out of 8 attempts shall be detected for each glass type.
The detectors shall be mounted at different positions according to the installation instructions of the
manufacturer.
6.4.3 Hole drilling with a diamond hole saw
This test will be performed according to the grading listed in Table 3.
The drilling of a hole using a diamond hole saw will be performed. It will be verified, if the detector is
able to identify and signal the change of the integrity of the monitored side of the glass pane. Three
detectors will be mounted according to the installation instructions of the manufacturer (if a
simultaneous installation is supported, otherwise the test must be repeated three times one by one). A
diamond hole saw with a diameter of 20 mm (±1 mm) will be used to drill a hole into the glass pane
opposite to the monitored side. This will be performed once in the most distant position to the detector
or its sensors and four times on randomly chosen positions within the coverage range claimed to be
supported by the manufacturer.
Pass/Fail Criteria: The test is passed successfully, if the detector(s) has indicated the change o
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