I’ve been thinking about buying a security system for a while now, but I don’t know that much about them. How do they work?

The 24-7 Security alarm system starts with our control panel. The control panel contains the "brains" of the security system, and essentially operates as a central computer. Various sensors connect to the control panel from locations throughout your business. If your security system is armed and the sensors detect a problem, they send signals to the control panel. The control panel automatically connects to the central monitoring station, allowing our operators to initiate 2 way voice response procedures, and alert the authorities if necessary.

What does the keypad do?

You operate your security system by entering your security code at the keypad. The keypad can arm and disarm with push-button ease, and literally put security at your fingertips! Good features to look for include illuminated keys to provide you with greater visibility at nighttime, easy-to-read English displays that spell out your system’s status at a glance, and one-touch function keys that provide single-button operation for arming, disarming or emergencies. We even offer a remote phone module that allows you to access your alarm system from any outside phone or cell phone, giving you the ability to arm, disarm, bypass, or check the status of your system off-site using your security code.

What are magnetic contacts?

 Magnetic contacts are two-part devices used to safeguard windows and doors. One part of the contact is a switch installed in the window or door jam; the other contains a magnet and is    placed in the window or door itself. Any noticeable shift in contact with the switch results in an alarm.

What is a PIR?

A passive infrared motion detector (PIR) is an electronic security device that detects intruders by "sensing" motion or body heat in the area being protected. Most PIRs are designed to be used when you are away from your business or when no one will be passing through the area "covered" by the PIR.

I have a dog! Does that mean I can't install a PIR?

Absolutely not. Recent innovations in security technology have resulted in the creation of "pet immune" motion detectors-allowing dog and cat lovers to enjoy the same level of protection they would receive with a standard PIR. These state-of-the-art sensors provide "pet immunity" for animals. Pet immune PIRs allow your pet to move about freely but can still detect an intruder’s movement. 

Speaking of sensors, how are the "glassbreak" kind operated?

"Acoustic" glassbreak sensors, usually mounted on ceilings or walls, work by "listening" for the sound of breaking glass in a window. "Shock" glassbreak detectors are mounted on the window and "feel" the shock of breaking glass. This kind of advanced wireless technology can provide shatter and shock protection for your windows, for often intruders are "sensed" and an alarm sounded while they are still outdoors. This is often enough to send a burglar running!