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[H1279]How To Install A Alarm System

by John Lenaghan, Joh

The various wireless components use RF (radio waves) to transmit their signals back to the main control panel. The only real disadvantage compared to wired systems is that the wireless components run on batteries, which will need to be replaced once in a while.

These batteries generally last for years, however, and many alarm companies offer service and maintenance plans that will cover the replacement batteries and the installation of them.

The most common wireless alarm components are the following:

Control Panel

This is essentially the "brains" of the alarm system. It's usually mounted somewhere out of the way, like a closet or the basement. It monitors the signals from all the wireless components, and triggers the alarm (and a call to the monitoring station if the system is monitored) if any of the sensors detect an intrusion.

The keypad is used to arm and disarm the system, as well as change various settings. It's usually located somewhere near the entrance door for easy access.

Magnetic Switches

These contacts are used to monitor windows and doors. They're made up of a switch that attaches to the window or door and a magnet that is mounted on the frame. If the switch and magnet are separated (the window or door is opened or broken) it will trigger the alarm.

Motion Sensors

Motion sensors can be mounted in large rooms or areas like hallways. They will detect motion - and in some cases body heat - and trigger the alarm if it is out of the acceptable range.

Video Cameras

Wireless security cameras can send a video feed back to a monitor and/or a VCR in the house. They can be used to monitor outside areas that are not very visible from the street, as well as a way of seeing who is at the door before opening it.

Remote Keys

Remote keys are much like the remotes you get with car alarms. They can be used from a distance to arm or disarm the alarm, as well as things like turning lights on or off or unlocking doors.

It's not actually that difficult to install an alarm system by yourself, it is nothing more than a simple do it yourself job, it can even be completed in a weekend. First you should start by deciding on the type of alarm system that you want to fit. You may need to seek advice for this, as which type you choose will depend on the functions you require.

Most homeowners simply want an alarm that prevents people breaking into their house. Most alarms work as deterrents, while a few will try to catch the burglars when they try to break into your house. You can use a silent alarm for the purpose of catching the bad guys; however they won't scare people off.

If a burglar is in your house while you are there then there is always a chance you will meet them while you are waiting for the police to come. Most people want to have an alarm with a very loud siren which is triggered as soon as the burglar enters the house. This will hopefully frighten and scare off the burglar without the risk of a confrontation. Most times the criminal will leave the house immediately as soon as the alarm is sounded.

What do you need to protect?

You should work out what needs to be protected by walking around the outside of your house. Take note of any points where someone could gain access to your house, and I'm not just talking about doors, you must also record windows big enough to crawl through. Some burglars are so determined that they will get into the house no matter what security system you put in place, these security systems will only normally frighten off opportunistic thieves.

When you are fitting a wired security system you must make sure that you hide all of the wiring, especially from the outside of the house. Most home alarm systems will notify the police of a break in using your phone line, this is only useful if you make sure the phone line cannot be cut from outside of the house. If the phone line has been cut then it's pretty much useless.

The first type of alarm that you should consider using is a perimeter home security system. However these can create ways in if one of the sensors fails. You can use infrared motion sensors inside the house, however if you've got a pet then these will be prone to false alarms. You should think about your individual situation when your own alarm.

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