DSC AC-500 Acuity Ceiling Mount Digital Glass Break Detector

The DSC AC-500 Acuity is a ceiling-mount digital glass break detector designed for professional intrusion and alarm installations in commercial and institutional environments. Mounted at the ceiling level, it monitors the acoustic signatures associated with glass fracturing events, allowing security systems to identify forced-entry attempts through glazed surfaces such as windows, storefronts, and partitioned areas. The digital signal processing at its core distinguishes genuine glass break events from ambient noise, reducing the likelihood of nuisance activations in busy or acoustically complex spaces. As a genuine DSC Acuity series component, it integrates naturally into professional alarm architectures where reliable perimeter protection is a priority. For security integrators and system installers, the AC-500 represents a disciplined, purpose-built sensing solution that complements door and motion-based detection layers to deliver comprehensive perimeter coverage without redundant wiring complexity.

Key features & benefits

• Ceiling-Mount Form Factor — Designed for overhead installation, the AC-500 provides broad acoustic coverage of a protected area from a single mounting point, making it well suited for open floor plans, retail spaces, and commercial interiors where wall placement may not be practical.
• Digital Glass Break Detection — Employs digital signal analysis to identify the specific acoustic pattern of breaking glass, helping to ensure that genuine intrusion events are captured while ordinary environmental sounds are filtered out.
• Perimeter Protection Layer — Serves as a dedicated perimeter sensing element that monitors glazed entry points without requiring direct contact with the glass surface itself, complementing other intrusion detection devices within a layered security strategy.
• Professional-Grade DSC Acuity Series — As part of DSC's Acuity product line, the AC-500 is built to the quality and reliability standards expected in commercial and life-safety security applications, supporting the confidence of professional installers and end-user operators alike.
• Simplified Installation — Ceiling mounting allows for flexible placement during system design, giving installers the ability to optimize sensor coverage zones without being constrained by wall layout or window proximity.
• Alarm System Integration — Designed to connect with professional intrusion alarm panels and control systems, the AC-500 fits within established wiring and zone architectures commonly used by security integrators in commercial deployments.