Alarm systems
Home security and burglar alarm systems are becoming increasingly sophisticated and widely used. Advances in technology have made it more affordable to install a burglar alarm system in your home, and homeowners are taking advantage of the benefits that these systems offer -- from 24/7 monitoring of their homes to deterring theft attempts by intruders. This article will provide an overview of how an alarm system works, what types of components may be included, and the advantages that such a system can offer your family.
How Alarm Systems Home Security Burglar Alarm Works
Alarm systems work by detecting movement or sound inside your home. If any suspicious activity is detected, the systems will alert you or sound an alarm to warn off would-be burglars. Most residential alarm systems are designed to detect movement within a certain range (usually up to 30 feet). They use sensors such as motion sensors with infrared sensors. In addition, they can generally be set up with multiple pre-alarms that trigger before setting off the actual alert.
Types Of Components Used in Alarm Systems
The components involved in an alarm system vary based on the manufacturer and type of system you use. Most home security systems include sensor panels (including door/window contacts), sirens for audible alarms, controls for arming/disarming your system, keypads for easy access control, cameras for home surveillance, video doorbells for monitoring entryways, and wireless commercial-grade communication devices for 24/7 monitoring by a local station or central station monitored service provider.
Advantages Of An Alarm System
Alarm systems provide several key advantages when it comes to protecting your home against intruders: they inform you when an intruder has entered your property; they deter burglary attempts; they allow you to monitor your property even when you're away; and they also allow authorities to respond quickly if an emergency situation arises. Furthermore, most insurance companies offer discounted premiums on homeowners' policies if homeowners install approved burglar alarm systems into their homes — adding yet another layer of protection with minimal investment on the homeowner's part.
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DSC SD-30W 30W Dual-Tone Siren, 6-12VDC, 1100mA, 30W, 120dB Sound Pressure Level, 9" x 8" x 5.5", ABS Plastic$23.00DSC BV-300DP
DSC BV-300DP Digital Bravo3P Pet Immunity PIR Motion Detector, Form 'A' Alarm Contact$39.00DSC PG9945 Brown
DSC PG9945 PowerG Wireless Door and Window Contact with Auxiliary Input, Brown$58.00DSC PG9303
DSC PG9303 PowerG Vanishing Wireless Door and Window Contact, White (Replaces PG9975)$60.00DSC PG9303BR
DSC PG9303BR PowerG Vanishing Wireless Door and Window Contact, Brown (Replaces PG9975BR)$61.00DSC BV-500
DSC BV-500 Bravo5 360-Degree Ceiling Mount PIR Motion Detector, form 'A' Alarm Contact$71.00DSC BV-600
DSC BV-600 Bravo6 Twin, Dual-Element, Pet-Immune PIR Motion Detector, Form 'A' Alarm Contact$76.00DSC AC-500
DSC LE4010-AT AT&T LTE Universal Wireless Cellular Alarm Communicator in Metal Enclosure$82.00DSC BV-502
DSC BV-502 Bravo5 360-Degree Ceiling Mount PIR Motion Detector, form 'C' Alarm Contact and Tamper Switch$88.00DSC PG9985
DSC PG9985 PowerG Wireless Flood Detector for PowerSeries Neo, PowerSeries Pro and QOLSYS Panels$101.00Tripp Lite BP48V60RT3UTAA
Tripp Lite BP48V60RT3UTAA TAA-Compliant External 48V 3U Battery Pack for Select Tripp Lite UPS Systems (BP48V60RT3UTAA-Compliant)$2,925.00DSC BV-500GB
DSC BV-500GB Bravo5GB 360-Degree Ceiling Mount PIR Motion and Digital Glassbreak Detector, form 'A' Alarm Contact (Motion), form 'C' Alarm Contact (Glassbreak)$112.00DSC HS2016NKCP01
DSC HS2016NKCP01 PowerSeries Neo HS2016 Control Panel with CP01 Software in Large Cabinet, No Keypad$116.00DSC PC1616NK
DSC PC1616NK PowerSeries PC1616 6-16 Zone Hybrid Alarm Control Panel with Large Cabinet, No Keypad$132.00DSC PK5501ENG
DSC PK5501ENG PowerSeries 64-Zone Picture Icon LCD Keypad Access Device with English Function Keys$143.00DSC PG9984P
DSC PG9984P PowerG Wireless Dual Technology (Mirror Optic and Microwave) PIR Motion Detector with Pet Immunity$151.00DSC PC1832NK
DSC PC1832NK PowerSeries 8-32 Zone Hybrid Alarm Control Panel in Large Cabinet, No Keypad$170.00DSC HSM2HOST9
DSC HSM2HOST9 PowerG Host Home Security Transceiver, Supports up to 128 Wireless Zones and 32 Wireless Keys$176.00DSC HS2064NKCP01
DSC HS2064NKCP01 PowerSeries Neo HS2064 Control Panel with CP01 Software in Large Cabinet, No Keypad$181.00DSC TL280E
DSC TL280E PowerSeries Neo Internet Alarm Communicator, 128-Bit, 100 mA, 5.875" x 4.5"$204.00DSC PC1864NKCP01
DSC PC1864NKCP01 PowerSeries PC1864 8-64 Zone Hybrid Alarm Control Panel with CP-01 Software in Large Cabinet, No Keypad$216.00DSC TL280RE
DSC TL280RE PowerSeries NEO Internet Alarm Communicator, for use with Kantech Entrapass V6.02 for Serial Integration$223.00DSC HS2LCDWFP9
DSC HS2LCDWFP9 PowerSeries Neo Wireless Full Message LCD PowerG 2-Way Wire-Free Keypad with Symbol Function Keys$255.00DSC HS2LCDP N
DSC HS2LCDP N PowerSeries Neo Hardwired LCD Keypad Full Message With Prox Support$232.00DSC HS2LCDWF9ENG N
DSC HS2LCDWF9ENG N PowerSeries Neo Wireless Full Message LCD PowerG 2-Way Wire-Free Keypad with English Function Keys$236.00DSC HS2LCDRF9
DSC HS2LCDRF9 N PowerSeries Neo Full Message LCD Hardwired Keypad with Built-in PowerG Transceiver$271.00