Whether you’re a parent trying to keep track of your children’s whereabouts, a caretaker in need of alarm system to know when the elderly or infirm need your aid, or a homeowner looking to shore up their home security system, the Ideal Security 630 Pressure Mat Alarm comes with the essential features to suit your needs. When stepped on, this sensitive pressure mat alarm will emit either a chime or an alarm, depending on your settings. There are three modes available (Off/Alarm/Chime) with three levels of sound. If the alarm mode is in use, you can set it to your desired sound of Low (65dB), Medium (75dB), or High (105dB). As part of its discrete design, you can also place a lightweight mat over it. Your home alarm system can be seamlessly and simply improved with the 630 Pressure Mat Alarm. The gentle, pleasant chime can be used to welcome guests into your home or let you monitor the comings and goings of children and pets. Once you’ve placed your mat in a desired location, you can mount the wired alarm unit with the two included screws. The 30’ wire is thin, allowing it to be tucked away and hidden when connected to your alarm mat. If the alarm sounds weak or the chime sounds distorted, replace the alarm unit’s 9V battery immediately. The battery life will vary depending on the number of uses per day and the selected sound option. If the alarm is triggered an average of 20 times per day, the battery will last for approximately 12 months (if on the Low sound option), approximately 9 months (if on the Medium sound option), or approximately 6 months (if on the High sound option).