Intruder Alarms

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When designing an intruder alarm systems some basic information needs to be gathered. Apart from the specialist regulations (BS 4737 has been withdrawn) of BS EN 50131, PD6662, DD243 etc, BS 7671 and Part P is still relevant for cable sizing, methods of fixing recording voltages etc. But lets start with some basics 1, Domestic Installations Probably one of the most common systems. This would usually be a Grade 1 or 2x (both audible only). A risk assessment must be carried out and this will decide grade. Also the insurance company may have some input on a minimum grade they will accept. Look for things like easy access points, flat roofs, weak doors etc. These area…

Can you suggest a shock detector to use on a metal cage.

I am looking for motion sensors that sit on my window cill that points out of window and can detect a person outside but only up to a few meters. I would like a buzzer that goes off but not a loud siren. I dont have Wifi for security risks as everything is multiple VLANs via ethernet cables. Can you please recommend what would be suitable to achieve this, Thank you

Hi, How do I connect my I on 40 security system to the internet?

I have a few G3 Keypads as they are now Obolete can you upgrade with a latter model or do you have to change the pannel also?

Optex 20m External Twin Beam https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/cctv-equipment-c-1/detection-c-1_24/optex-20m-external-twin-beam-p-84.html Hi there, I am looking to have this type of system used in my house. To cover all usual access’s. Could you advise what infrared systems would be best and what control panel to streamline them with?

ESP Optical Smoke Detector 12V With Relay Base PSD-212 https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/fire-c-38/firesmoke-detectors-c-38_39/esp-optical-smoke-detector-12v-with-relay-base-psd212-p-5303.html Will this fit an accenta g4 alarm panel. Four connections positive negative two more wires for trigger to zone 8.

https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/intruder-alarm-equipment-c-36/vibration-detectors-c-36_56/aritech-gs610-shock-sensor-p-2831.html I have a wired home alarm system. Looking for replacements sensors that detect any force used to gain entry at windows (maybe referred to as shock sensors) Would this product be suitable?

would this be a suitable quality replacement for a failed pir on my OPTIMA XM6 home alarm box Bosch Blue Line Gen2 12m PIR Detector https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/intruder-alarm-equipment-c-36/movement-detectors-c-36_116/all-c-36_116_37/bosch-blue-line-gen2-12m-pir-detector-p-2291.html

Texecom Connect App – Free to Download The Texecom Connect app is free to install and use. However, to unlock its full functionality, your alarm system must be compatible and properly configured. For remote access and control, a Texecom SmartCom or SmartCom 4G module may be required, depending on your setup. Texecom Connect

Generally a beeping texecom alarm is caused by 2 things. Chime is enabled and it is beeping when a circuit activates or it has a fault. Texecom Turn Chime Off Press the musical note button on the keypad. The chime will be disabled immediately. To set up chime zones: Enter your 4-digit user code. Press MENU, then press TICK to confirm. Scroll through the menu and select Edit Chime Zones. Press TICK. Browse the zone list and highlight the zone you want to enable. Press X to toggle. The zone status will change from Silent to Chime. Press MENU, then RESET to save and exit. Diagnose…

The default user code for texecom systems is '4321' but it may have been changed.

I’m looking for a PIR sensor that can detect movement both from the bottom and the top of a staircase. Our current sensor is positioned on the wall above the door at the bottom of the staircase, but it only detects movement when someone is about four steps from the bottom. This is creating a safety risk, as the lights aren’t activating until a person walking down is already quite close to the bottom. The staircase is approximately 9 metres long. I have images I can share — please let me know an email address where I can send them. I was looking at the following item and was wondering if it would work for my requirements, or if you could recommend a product that would be m…

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There is no real difference between an intruder alarm and a burglar alarm. A burglar alarm is often the phase that is used to describe an intruder alarm but intruder alarm is the more accurate term as not all unwanted intruders are burglars.

There is not 1 intruder alarm sensor that can be used in all environments. For example a PIR cannot be used in rooms with fast acting heat sources. Whilst a Dualtec cant be used in close range to glass. I wrote a post detailing how they work and how to avoid common mistakes when choosing a detector technology as well as the manufacturer How Intruder alarm Movement detectors work

Eaton I-on 10-50 Zone Expandable control panel https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/intruder-alarm-equipment-c-36/security-control-panels-c-36_102/110-input-zone-small-c-36_102_101/eaton-ion-1050-zone-expandable-control-panel-p-5752.html Will this work with radio smoke detectors? Is this compatible with manual fire alarm call points? And finally will this need some sort of relay box to work with a speech dialer? Thanks.

Hi how do I omit a zone on key a control pad 9651 /9941?

I am working on a project with one of our clients. We are installing Gallagher system for them - https://security.gallagher.com/. One of their requirements is to have wireless sensors on windows connected to the Gallagher system. I was told i could use this Wireless Receiver. But do you know which sensor i could use? For example we have Ajax sensors on hand. Do you have any experience with this type of setup? look forward hearing from you.

We get this question in support quite a lot. A Panel doesnt come with a battery as it needs to be sized to suit the demand of the system. Plus you need to consider recharge time and battery recharge load. Its never best practice to load a panel or power supply up to its maximum. Its like driving at maximum speed of the vehicle everywhere or having the music at full volume all the time. EN norms (the current UK standard for Intruder Alarms is EN50131 There are differing requirements for standby at Grade 1,2,3 and 4. Grade 2 and 3 systems are the majority of professional systems installed in the UK. Grade 2 requires a 12 hour standby time. Grade 3 24 hours (…

Having some frenchdoors replaced but the old sensor broke so can this sensor also be wired to my existing alarm system Veritas system Aritech GS612 Shock Sensor https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/intruder-alarm-equipment-c-36/misc-detectors-c-36_84/aritech-gs612-shock-sensor-p-3509.html

Will my SD1+ still work when BT goes digital?

We are looking for a fully wireless, self install inturder system for our Gardeners Yard, we would need a few internal motion detectors and door contacts and some external gate contacts, we also would want some external sirens. We do have some power in the building for the base, but no internet and very little 4G signal., Is this something you can advise on?

MDT Avanti LC Steel Control Panel https://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/catalog/intruder-alarm-equipment-c-36/security-control-panels-c-36_102/control-panels-all-c-36_102_41/mdt-avanti-lc-steel-control-panel-p-1000.html Hi, can this unit ( Avanti LC 9EP309 ) replace an old ( Avanti XP PLUS Steel Panel unit - Product Code - 9EP322).