Electronic Alarms and Home Security Devices - Sensitivity of Simon 3 Motion Detector

We are about to install a Simon 3 system in our house. We are wondering about the proper placement of the motion detector. We have an aquarium that will be in the line of sight of the motion detector.

Are these detectors sensitive enough to pick up the movement of the fish? We have a fish that is about 6 inches long.

I would like to avoid getting any false alarms from the motion detector.

Also, are there any dangers to putting the console next to the furnace and water heater?

Thank you for any information.

The fish is safe. It's things that produce sudden changes of temperature in the field of view of the PIR that can cause false alarms.

Thank you for the reply.

What factors should we consider in the placement of the control panel?

Should it be close to the entry/exit door? Hidden from view?

I was thinking that the motion sensor should at least be looking over this control panel. Is this a correct/wrong assessment?

If you have contacts on operable windows and doors, the best place to aim a motion is an area that can be entered without opening a perimeter opening.

Patio door areas are a common choice because some crooks know enough to break large glass out without opening an actual door or window. Some people prefer to overlook places that give immediate access to the most likely targets of a burglar (electronics or jewelry).

You get the idea. You have to access your risk and think about what you are actually concerned about protecting.

As far as the unit itself. You want it where you can get to it and disarm it before the time delay runs out, but also where you don't have to run a mile of wire for the power supply, and not whack your shoulder on it everytime you pass by.