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 Apart from the specialist regulations (BS 4737 has been withdrawn) of BS EN 50131, PD6662, DD243 etc, BS 7671 and Part P is still relevant for cable sizing, methods of fixing recording voltages etc.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…

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A bit of a long reach this one, but I'm trying to 'emulate' a keypad for a Scantronic 8136 panel. I've got as far as identifying it using a 150bit protocol of what seems to be long and short pulses on the signal wire done through releasing the signal wire from ground and letting the panel pull it back up to +14v for a period of time 150 times synchronised by a clock. I'm hoping to build on this so that I can control my antique alarm system from my phone! Anyone have any further information on how this works, as my attempts to play back the pulses (I think) I've copied are ignored by the panel, so I'm missing something!

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

Hello I'm hoping for some advice if the following is possible and if so, which products are suitable. I have an old Optima XM system with hardwired contacts for the Front Door Zone. I am trying to understand if there is a suitable product that allows me to change the hardwired door contact to a wireless battery operated contact. Is there a wireless converter I can instal next to the control box that can take the wireless signal from the contact and convert to a hardwired connection between the wireless converter and the relevant zone contacts in the Optima controller. If so, are there any suggestions of products for the converter and/or door contact. Thanks for any advi…

Hi All We have an old ADT Accord XPC home alarm system that's been excellent. Recently we've had the alarm go off around half an house after leaving the house, then it resets itself. I've done some tests and have come to the conclusion that the problem is with our front door Reed Switch sensor. My issue is tyring to identify the door sensor I need to order - as you can see by the photos, I've taken it apart and mine has two additional resistors. Every one I've ordered so far doesn't have these resistors and wont work with my alarm system. Any help in identifying this door sensor and the replacement I need would be much appreciated. Thanks

Hi, hopefully you can help me my Eurosec cp8l has stopped working after several years. I need to get a replacement if possible I would appreciate it if you have any suggestions for me to swop over to a new alarm thanks.

I have an old ADE Logic 6 wired control panel that I need to replace. It is linked to 3x wired PIRs and 3x wired door switches and I would like the replacement to have remote access via wi-fi link to my local router and suitable app. Can you suggest replacement that is not too complicated or expensive? Thanks David

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?