how to Wire a PIR Motion Sensor to an Optima COMPACT alarm (Step by Step)

Wiring a PIR motion sensor to your Optima Compact alarm panel? In this step-by-step guide, I show you exactly how to connect a passive infrared motion detector (PIR) to the Optima Compact control panel.

Whether you're upgrading your burglar alarm system, adding extra zones, or just maintaining an older wired setup, this video will walk you through the wiring process clearly and simply — no fluff, no guesswork.

🔧 What You’ll Learn in This Video:

How to wire a PIR sensor to your Optima Compact alarm
Correct terminal connections (+, –, C, NC, T1, T2)
Which cable cores to use and where
Tips for clean, secure installations
This video is part of my growing Optima Compact alarm series.

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💬 Got questions about your setup? Drop them in the comments — I reply to all of them.

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