A fundamental concern of home owners is the protection of their homes and families from danger-from intrusion by burglars, or from accidents or malfunctions such as fire, smoke or flooding. In the case of an emergency situation involving serious personal injury, they would also want to have rapid access to an ambulance or other assistance. A wireless home alarm system will provide that protection.
The fact that these new alarm systems do not need to be wired into the house structure allows for an almost limitless combination of alarm designs; home owners can handpick the components they want among the many that are available. Technology-savvy home owners can customize their own security systems in this way.
A basic alarm system consists of six components: (1) A master control panel which is connected to and monitors all parts of the system, and will set off the alarm when any sensor is activated. (2) Sensors for doors and windows to detect attempted entry or breakage. (3) Motion detector which can be placed both inside and outside the home to alert the homeowner of any suspicious movement. (4) Key remotes which can turn on or off the alarm system from a distance. (5) Siren or sound system, and (6) Battery backup in case there is a power cut. The control panel is the brain of the system. It can be programmed to contact the monitoring company that will activate emergency service automatically. It can be hooked to the telephone line and programmed to call the designated phone numbers when the alarm is set off. It can be connected to a computer, and through Internet and WIFI, can be monitored from a laptop from afar.
Some of the new models will allow for 60 sensors, 24 webcams, and have live two-way voice. There are smart sensors that will differentiate between pets or small children and intruders. The two-way voice enables communication real time between the owner and a central station so that the nature of the emergency can be explained and the appropriate help secured quickly. This feature also enables the monitoring station to see and hear if someone is in the home and send a voice warning to the intruder with the threat that authorities are on their way. Modern systems can notify the owner of the intruder via email, fax, ftp, sms messenger, telephone, or pager. Automation accessories can control appliances from a computer, like switching appliances on and off.
The best way to learn about the types and systems available is to search the Internet, especially for products that have integrated AI (artificial intelligence) into the alarm system. For example, "State-of-the-Art wireless home alarms" yielded 356,000 results on Google. Home owners who decide to install on their own can select different components from different companies. There's also an advantage to buying systems from companies that use state-of-the-art technology, for they can offer an integrated system which has been tested and guaranteed, and will also give expert advice.
After narrowing down the choices of companies, home owners can then set up appointments for a home visit. The alarm company will do a site survey, explain what they have to offer, answer questions, and provide a figure showing the total cost of the alarm system. If possible, home owners can contact past clients to determine whether the hardware and services of a company would be recommended. Additional checks on companies can include whether they are UL (Underwriters Laboratory) listed, whether listed with the Better Business Bureau, and whether they are members of the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association.
With careful thought and planning, and judicious choice of a good alarm company, home owners can live with the peace of mind afforded by an effective wireless home alarm system. They profit also from increasing the value of their homes for insurance and resale purposes. - 29955
The fact that these new alarm systems do not need to be wired into the house structure allows for an almost limitless combination of alarm designs; home owners can handpick the components they want among the many that are available. Technology-savvy home owners can customize their own security systems in this way.
A basic alarm system consists of six components: (1) A master control panel which is connected to and monitors all parts of the system, and will set off the alarm when any sensor is activated. (2) Sensors for doors and windows to detect attempted entry or breakage. (3) Motion detector which can be placed both inside and outside the home to alert the homeowner of any suspicious movement. (4) Key remotes which can turn on or off the alarm system from a distance. (5) Siren or sound system, and (6) Battery backup in case there is a power cut. The control panel is the brain of the system. It can be programmed to contact the monitoring company that will activate emergency service automatically. It can be hooked to the telephone line and programmed to call the designated phone numbers when the alarm is set off. It can be connected to a computer, and through Internet and WIFI, can be monitored from a laptop from afar.
Some of the new models will allow for 60 sensors, 24 webcams, and have live two-way voice. There are smart sensors that will differentiate between pets or small children and intruders. The two-way voice enables communication real time between the owner and a central station so that the nature of the emergency can be explained and the appropriate help secured quickly. This feature also enables the monitoring station to see and hear if someone is in the home and send a voice warning to the intruder with the threat that authorities are on their way. Modern systems can notify the owner of the intruder via email, fax, ftp, sms messenger, telephone, or pager. Automation accessories can control appliances from a computer, like switching appliances on and off.
The best way to learn about the types and systems available is to search the Internet, especially for products that have integrated AI (artificial intelligence) into the alarm system. For example, "State-of-the-Art wireless home alarms" yielded 356,000 results on Google. Home owners who decide to install on their own can select different components from different companies. There's also an advantage to buying systems from companies that use state-of-the-art technology, for they can offer an integrated system which has been tested and guaranteed, and will also give expert advice.
After narrowing down the choices of companies, home owners can then set up appointments for a home visit. The alarm company will do a site survey, explain what they have to offer, answer questions, and provide a figure showing the total cost of the alarm system. If possible, home owners can contact past clients to determine whether the hardware and services of a company would be recommended. Additional checks on companies can include whether they are UL (Underwriters Laboratory) listed, whether listed with the Better Business Bureau, and whether they are members of the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association.
With careful thought and planning, and judicious choice of a good alarm company, home owners can live with the peace of mind afforded by an effective wireless home alarm system. They profit also from increasing the value of their homes for insurance and resale purposes. - 29955
About the Author:
Matthew Kerridge is an expert in home security. If you want more information regarding varieites of wireless home alarm or are looking for a trusted wireless home alarm company please visit http://www.adt.co.uk
