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How the Wireless World Impacts Your Security System

You may wonder, “What are the ways that the wi-fi environment affects a security system?” Depending on the alarm system, you can add variable amounts of detectors to the system. However, almost all wireless alarms can now manage a dozen detectors, and that is more than enough to secure large buildings.

Manufacturers also offer alarms using various radio frequencies to link to the system components. The alarms are therefore less subject to possible congestion and interference. Once activated, the detectors communicate the information to the control panel, which will then provide an alert. Today, the vast majority of brands also offer “ready-to-install” alarms to install yourself.

Wireless Alarms

Wireless alarms make it easier to increase the security level of your alarm system. Note also that an acoustic glass window detector does not have a point of contact with the glass surface but is rather placed nearby. Perimeter detectors, or opening detectors, protect the exits of a dwelling (bay windows, garages, windows, entrances, etc.). At the slightest opening or crossing of a monitored entrance, the detector triggers an alarm.

On the other hand, infrared barriers are designed for the perimeter protection of a house: terrace, garden, driveway, etc. It is strongly advised to add a telephone transmitter to this type of alarm. For more security, more and more manufacturers of alarm systems are supplying motorized door, garage and shutter products. For example, ADT’s latest offering is a heat sensing smoke detector.

The definition of the number of openings is another factor to take into account before the purchase of your alarm system. For a user wishing to automate the operation of all its home automation devices while ensuring the safety of its home, it is appropriate to turn to a wireless alarm system.

Wireless Video Surveillance Recorders

Today, wireless video surveillance recorders offer many useful features. The Plug & Play technology available in some camera models also makes them easy to install and set up. The advantages that can be derived from video surveillance are numerous and the motion detectors that equip video surveillance cameras detect the presence of intruders and provide increased security.

For example, a fire breaks out in an isolated room in the middle of the night, thanks to the smoke detector connected to the alarm system, the whole household is warned. On the other hand, as a deterrent par excellence, the triggering of a siren disconcerts a thief and usually causes him to flee quickly. Remember, in addition to a siren already integrated in a central unit, it is possible to upgrade an alarm system by adding other sirens.

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Eileen O'Shanassy is a freelance writer and blogger based out of Flagstaff, AZ. She writes on a variety of topics and loves to research and write. She enjoys baking, biking, and kayaking. Check out her Twitter @eileenoshanassy.

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