Security Systems Tips Zimbabwe

TOPIC - ALARM SYSTEMS HELPFUL EXTRAS

🔻KEYPAD -To arm or disarm, security systems commonly require a code, which we enter on a keypad that’s mounted to the wall or placed on a flat surface.

🔻KEY FOBS / REMOTES - We have keys to our cars, so why not have them for our security system as well? Key fobs allow us to disarm or arm our security system without having to use a keypad. They’re perfect for when we’re upstairs and just don’t feel like leaving our bed!

🔻PANIC BUTTON - If something goes wrong, a panic button is an easy and fast way to alert emergency services, be it the police, hospital, or even the fire department. Like key fobs, panic buttons aren’t installed anywhere in particular, but we always have one around in case of an emergency. We recommend that everyone keep at least one at their bedside table.

🔻BASE STATION - Base stations sync all of the connected devices with our mobile application so we can receive those notifications we mentioned earlier. Think of it like Grand Central Station, the channel through which trains (i.e., IoT security devices) pass through.

🔻SIGNS - Yard sign and/ or window stickers, Many security systems also give out yard signs or window stickers that allow us to advertise that we have a security system. Often, burglars will turn around if they see a security system, so these signs are good to have.

SMOKE & CO DETECTORS - We recommend that every home have a smoke and carbon monoxide detector. With this simple tool, we are alerted if the air in our home becomes unsafe to breathe.

Security system components vary wildly from system to system, consisting of just sensors for some companies and all of these components and more for others.

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TOPIC - GLASS BREAK SENSOR ALARM SYSTEM

Sometimes, instead of opening windows the old-fashioned way, intruders will simply break them open to avoid setting off the entry sensors. However, a glass break sensor also detects the sound of glass breaking and alerts us via mobile or through the wired system siren.

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TOPIC - MONITORED ALARM SYSTEMS

Monitored Alarm Systems

A monitored alarm system is monitored by a security team. If the alarm is tripped, they are immediately alerted and begin taking action. Monitored systems also alert you if the alarm is tripped. When the monitoring center is notified of an alarm, they typically get in contact with you and alert the proper authorities. They are able to see what type of alarm was triggered and get first responders there quickly, be it firefighters, police, or medical personnel.

Monitored systems can give you peace of mind that even when you are away, your building will be taken care of in the event an alarm is triggered. Monitored systems tend to be more pricey because you are paying for that team to be constantly monitoring your property. Usually, you’ll pay a monthly fee to continue your monitoring service.

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TOPIC - WIRELESS ALARM SYSTEMS

Wireless Alarm Systems

A wireless alarm system is a security system that is not connected by wires in your building, rather it works by using radio frequencies. Wireless systems use sensors that can trigger an alarm if they are tripped. The sensors use radio frequency to send a signal to the control panel of the system if an alarm needs to go off.

One of the main advantages of wireless alarm systems and one of the reasons they are so popular today is that you can easily connect to your wireless system remotely and even monitor the system over your smartphone or tablet.

Of course, you’ll need to regularly replace batteries in a wireless system, and it’s important to make sure you maintain a strong signal. To keep a strong signal, you cannot exceed the maximum distance between the sensors and the control panel. This can be a problem in larger buildings, so often wireless systems are better for smaller properties.

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