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I’ve been thinking about buying a security system for a while now, but I don’t know that much
about them. How do they work?
A security system starts with a control panel. Usually located in a closet or a basement, the
control panel contains the "brains" of the security system, and essentially operates as a
central computer. Various sensors connect to the control panel from locations throughout your
home. If your security system is armed and the sensors detect a problem, they send signals to
the control panel. The control panel automatically dials the central monitoring station, where
the proper authorities are notified.
about them. How do they work?
A security system starts with a control panel. Usually located in a closet or a basement, the
control panel contains the "brains" of the security system, and essentially operates as a
central computer. Various sensors connect to the control panel from locations throughout your
home. If your security system is armed and the sensors detect a problem, they send signals to
the control panel. The control panel automatically dials the central monitoring station, where
the proper authorities are notified.
What does the keypad do?
You operate your security system by entering your security code at the keypad. Generally
located at entry doors, keypads can arm and disarm with push-button ease, and literally put
security at your family’s fingertips! Good features to look for include illuminated keys to provide
you with greater visibility at nighttime, easy-to-read English displays that spell out your system’s
status at a glance, and one-touch function keys that provide single-button operation for arming,
disarming or emergencies. Most keypads even offer convenient additional user codes to give
friends, neighbors or service people access to your home.
You operate your security system by entering your security code at the keypad. Generally
located at entry doors, keypads can arm and disarm with push-button ease, and literally put
security at your family’s fingertips! Good features to look for include illuminated keys to provide
you with greater visibility at nighttime, easy-to-read English displays that spell out your system’s
status at a glance, and one-touch function keys that provide single-button operation for arming,
disarming or emergencies. Most keypads even offer convenient additional user codes to give
friends, neighbors or service people access to your home.
What is a PIR?
A passive infrared motion detector (PIR) is an electronic security device that detects intruders
by "sensing" motion or body heat in the area being protected. Most PIRs are designed to be
used when your family is away from home or when no one will be passing through the area
"covered" by the PIR.
A passive infrared motion detector (PIR) is an electronic security device that detects intruders
by "sensing" motion or body heat in the area being protected. Most PIRs are designed to be
used when your family is away from home or when no one will be passing through the area
"covered" by the PIR.
What are magnetic contacts?
Magnetic contacts are two-part devices used to safeguard windows and doors. One part of the
contact is a switch installed in the window or door jam; the other contains a magnet and is
placed in the window or door itself. Any noticeable shift in contact with the switch results in an
alarm.
Magnetic contacts are two-part devices used to safeguard windows and doors. One part of the
contact is a switch installed in the window or door jam; the other contains a magnet and is
placed in the window or door itself. Any noticeable shift in contact with the switch results in an
alarm.
Questions & Answers
I have a dog! Does that mean I can't install a PIR?
Absolutely not. Recent innovations in security technology have resulted in the creation of "pet
immune" motion detectors-allowing dog and cat lovers to enjoy the same level of protection they
would receive with a standard PIR. These state-of-the-art sensors provide "pet immunity" for
animals weighing up to 100 lbs. Pet immune PIRs allow your pet to move about freely but can still
detect an intruder’s movement.
Absolutely not. Recent innovations in security technology have resulted in the creation of "pet
immune" motion detectors-allowing dog and cat lovers to enjoy the same level of protection they
would receive with a standard PIR. These state-of-the-art sensors provide "pet immunity" for
animals weighing up to 100 lbs. Pet immune PIRs allow your pet to move about freely but can still
detect an intruder’s movement.
Speaking of sensors, how are the "glassbreak" kind operated?
"Acoustic" glassbreak sensors, usually mounted on ceilings or walls, work by "listening" for the
sound of breaking glass in a window. "Shock" glassbreak detectors are mounted on the window
and "feel" the shock of breaking glass. This kind of advanced wireless technology can provide
shatter and shock protection for your windows, for often intruders are "sensed" and an alarm
sounded while they are still outdoors. This is often enough to send a burglar running!
"Acoustic" glassbreak sensors, usually mounted on ceilings or walls, work by "listening" for the
sound of breaking glass in a window. "Shock" glassbreak detectors are mounted on the window
and "feel" the shock of breaking glass. This kind of advanced wireless technology can provide
shatter and shock protection for your windows, for often intruders are "sensed" and an alarm
sounded while they are still outdoors. This is often enough to send a burglar running!
What exactly is a central monitoring station?
Security systems send their signals over your telephone line to a central monitoring station-the
facility that acts as the link between your home and the police, fire department, and emergency
response authorities. A central station is manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by highly skilled
operators trained to respond to emergencies. The station operator alerts the proper authorities
and dispatches help
Security systems send their signals over your telephone line to a central monitoring station-the
facility that acts as the link between your home and the police, fire department, and emergency
response authorities. A central station is manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by highly skilled
operators trained to respond to emergencies. The station operator alerts the proper authorities
and dispatches help
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