Optical Smoke Detector
Our Optical Smoke Detector is a professionally installed, monitored fire detection device designed to identify smoke and dangerous heat changes earlier, even when you’re not at home. It detects smoke, monitors temperature changes and reacts to rapidly rising heat.
Together, these layers provide earlier warnings and greater peace of mind. Below, we explain how each feature strengthens your home’s fire protection.
Three-Layer Fire Detection
Detects smoke and dangerous heat changes to identify multiple fire behaviours earlier.
Camera Motion Detector
Smoke verification on all cameras and 24/7 manned Alarm Receiving Centre, ready to coordinate emergency response where required.
Instant Transmission to Monitoring Centre
Alerts our Alarm Receiving Centre immediately, even if you’re asleep or away.
24/7 Professional Monitoring
Your fire protection is continuously supervised, not just dependent on hearing a siren.
High-Decibel Internal Siren
Alerts everyone in the property instantly.
Battery Backup Protection
Continues working during power cuts or storms.
Integrated with Your Alarm System
Part of a connected security ecosystem, combining fire and intrusion protection in one coordinated response.
Why a Monitored Smoke Detector Provides Greater Protection
Unlike standalone smoke alarms that only alert occupants inside the property, PhoneWatch’s monitored smoke detector connects directly to a professional response team. This helps reduce emergency response times and ensures action can be taken even if the property is empty.
A fire can spread in minutes. PhoneWatch’s Optical Smoke Detector is professionally installed and connected to our 24/7 Monitoring Centre, helping ensure rapid response when smoke is detected, even if you’re not at home.
How Optical Smoke Detection Works
Optical smoke detection uses a sensing chamber with a light beam. When smoke enters the chamber, it scatters the light onto a sensor. Once smoke reaches a certain concentration, the alarm is triggered.
Smoke enters the sensing chamber
Beam is disrupted by smoke particles
Sensor detects scattered light and the local alarm sounds
Signal is transmitted to the PhoneWatch Monitoring Centre
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Where Should Smoke Detectors Be Installed in Your Home?
For effective fire protection, smoke detectors should be installed in key areas of your home:
Landing
Bedroom
How PhoneWatch’s Optical Smoke Detector Protects Your Home
A monitored smoke detector does more than sound like a siren. Below, we explain how each feature directly improves fire safety, reduces potential damage, and strengthens emergency response.
Smoke Detector Feature
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How it works
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Advanced Optical Smoke Detection
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Detects slow-burning and smouldering fires at an early stage, often before visible flames appear, helping reduce fire spread and property damage.
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Automatic Alarm Transmission
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When smoke is detected, an alert is sent immediately to the PhoneWatch Monitoring Centre for rapid verification and response.
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24/7 Professional Monitoring
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Provides continuous supervision so alarms are not dependent solely on occupants hearing the siren.
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Battery Backup Protection
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Maintains protection during power outages or electrical interruptions.
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Tamper & System Supervision
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Sends alerts if interference or technical issues are detected, helping ensure ongoing reliability.
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Integrated with PhoneWatch Alarm System
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Works as part of a complete monitored security and fire protection ecosystem.
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How the PhoneWatch System Responds to Smoke
When smoke is detected, the response is immediate and coordinated:
Smoke Detected
Local Siren Sounds
Alert Sent to Monitoring Centre
Emergency Coordination if Required
Monitored Smoke Detector vs Standalone Smoke Detector
Not all smoke detectors provide the same level of protection. A monitored smoke detector connects your home directly to a professional response team, adding an extra layer of protection. Early detection combined with professional monitoring helps reduce this risk and strengthens overall home protection.
Standalone Smoke Detector
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Monitored Smoke Detector (PhoneWatch)
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Sounds only inside the property
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Alerts both occupants and the Monitoring Centre
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No response if property is empty
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Professional response even when you are away
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No system supervision
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Continuous system monitoring
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Product Specifications
Coverage
50m2
Operating Temperatures
0-40ºC
Siren
85dB at 3 meters
Degree of security
IP55 rated IP
Protection against sabotage
Built-in alarm that goes off tampering and vandalism.
Wirless Connectivity
868 MHz radio, with adaptive radio interference detection
Battery
Average duration:10 years
Interconnection and instant communication
Installed by our professional team and strategically placed throughout your home, our Optical Smoke Detectors are equipped with advanced sensors that detect smoke at the earliest signs of a fire. But they don't stop there —these smart detectors also sound the alarm if temperatures rise suddenly or excessively.
What's more, our detectors are interconnected, so if smoke is detected in one area, all alarms will sound, ensuring you and your loved ones are alerted without delay. It's all part of our commitment to providing you with a smart alarm system that prioritizes your safety through seamless communication between devices.
Safety and comfort go hand in hand
Beyond its unparalleled smoke detection capabilities, this innovative device is also equipped with advanced humidity and temperature sensors, providing you with comprehensive monitoring capabilities right at your fingertips through the PhoneWatch App.
Keeping tabs on the humidity and temperature levels in your home, you can ensure optimal living conditions for you and your loved ones. Whether you're ensuring the humidity levels are just right for comfort or keeping an eye on temperature fluctuations to maintain a cozy environment, our smoke detector has you covered.
Professional installation
Your home's security is not something to take lightly – especially when it comes to installation. Ensuring that your home security system is properly connected, and functioning is essential for the safety of your family and the security of your home.
With professional home security installation, you can have peace of mind knowing that your system is set up correctly and ready to go. Our experts handle all the details, ensuring that every component is installed and connected properly. So, you can rest easy knowing that your home and loved ones are protected by a system that's reliable and ready when you need it most.
Build up your system with optional add ons
Outdoor HD Security Camera
Our Outdoor HD Security Camera works as a vigilant guard outside your home. They spot intruders with their advanced detection and night vision, even scaring them off with a whistle and light show. You'll get instant alerts on your phone with a quick clip of what's happening. Don't be worried about privacy: with our app, you decide if and when to connect to our Alarm Receiving Centre for extra peace of mind.
Indoor HD Security Camera
Our Indoor HD Security Camera keeps an eye on your home 24/7, sending alerts when it spots activity. You can check live feeds and clips on your phone securely. It's got all the essentials like wide-angle view and night vision. Worried about privacy? You can adjust settings to record only when you're out. Don't be worried about privacy: with our app, you decide if and when to connect to our Alarm Receiving Centre for extra peace of mind.
Water Leak Detector
Designed to catch water issues before they become big problems, the water leakage detector is efficient, detecting even the smallest leaks and alerting our Alarm Receiving Centre promptly. Easy to install, it fits snugly on the floor or around pipes. And with its sensitive sensors, it helps prevent mold damage, keeping your indoor environment in top shape.
Motion Detector
Powered by advanced infrared tech, the Motion Detector is very sensitive, detecting movements without taking pictures, ensuring your privacy. Day or night, it spots activity accurately. Additionally, it's adept at distinguishing between human and animal activity, maintaining reliable functionality even in the presence of pets.
Remote Control
Our Remote Control simplifies alarm system management. With just a push of a button, you can activate the SOS alarm in an emergency or disarm the system without needing a PIN code or Keytag. Plus, you can easily arm or partially arm the system, or check its status whenever you're at home.
Smart Plug
Our sleek and stylish indoor smart plug enables you to control appliances such as lights, irons, coffee machines, and other electrical devices remotely using the PhoneWatch App.
Indoor Siren
With an exceptionally loud output, our siren releases a powerful sound that effectively deters burglars. It's designed to be sabotage-proof, against any tampering attempt. Powered by batteries, its wireless installation offers flexibility and straightforward setup.
180º HD Video Camera
Want to see what's happening in your home? Simply open the PhoneWatch Video App to check live activity and view clips saved securely in the cloud. Need to chat with your family? You can, thanks to the two-way audio feature. Don't be worried about privacy: with our app, you decide if and when to connect to our Alarm Receiving Centre for extra peace of mind.
Video HD Security Doorbell
Our smart doorbell doubles up as a security camera. When someone rings, you get a notification on your phone, letting you see and chat with them via the PhoneWatch Video App. It also keeps an eye out for suspicious activity near your door, sending you quick clips if anything's amiss. You can set it to record only when you're away and avoid catching your pets instead of intruders.
Glass Break Detector
Our Glass Break Detector uses advanced sound wave tech to catch the sound of breaking glass, adding an extra layer to your security setup. It's wireless, so you can install it hassle-free, wherever you need.
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Frequently asked questions about Optical Smoke Detector
Our Optical Smoke Detector is an advanced device that visually detects smoke particles. It includes a two-way wireless transceiver for a reliable operation and built-in battery, for 24/7 monitoring.
No, the unique aspect of PhoneWatch’s Optical Smoke Detector is that it’s monitored 24/7 even when your alarm is off.
Yes, if you have multiple smoke detectors and smoke is detected in one room, the alarm sounds, and it immediately activates all smoke detectors to warn you and your family.
If you have an Optical Smoke Detector in an area with a Camera Motion Detector and smoke is recognised the Optical Smoke Detector and Camera Motion Detector sense the rise in temperature and sound the alarm. The Camera Motion Detector will take images of the incidents and immediately send them to our Alarm Receiving Centre to review. If needed our team will dispatch the fire services.
No, another benefit with our Optical Smoke Detector is that it has a built-in battery that doesn’t need to be replaced often. The average life span of the unit is 10 years. Note that our warranty covers batteries for 3 years.
Our team carry out regularly remote testing on all our sensors, including the Optical Smoke Detector, to ensure it is working correctly. If any issues arise, we’ll contact you.
Terms and conditions
Order online today and get our home alarm pack from €99 including installation. Offer ends May 31st. All inclusive home alarm pack. Monitoring fees apply. Any additional fees charged at standard pricing. For full T&Cs see here.
Video cameras added to the house alarm pack are an additional cost, a video camera can be added for €175, which is a 50% discount on the RRP.