Most homes use simpler versions of alarm systems and are often unmonitored alarm. Alarm systems vary according why they are needed in the first place. For example, when a person wants to detect smoke or fire, you will want to install a fire alarm system in the house. The most common used alarm system is the burglar alarm system.
Burglar alarm systems vary too according to the size of the building. Also, the installation may change depending on the number of entry points and also if it will be monitored by the police or relayed to a telephone line.
Most burglar alarm systems are installed by professionals. In many cases, the company where one bought the alarm systems will be the one installing of the system.
However, there are also alarm systems that can be a do it yourself project and are sold in kits. Every kit will have everything you need for the installation.
Before installing an alarm systems take note of the following considerations for a proper installation:
The number of entry points in the house. Knowing how many entry points you have in your home will determine how many sensors you need to install. Entry points are not limited to doors. It can also be windows, fire exits, etc.
The type of alarm system you bought. Is it a burglar alarm or a combination of a burglar alarm and a fire alarm? The more sensor types the more complex the system will be.
Note of the strategic place where you are going to put the control panel. In installing the burglar alarm system, the very first component to be mounted must be the sounder also known as the buzzer or bell. Most of the time, sounders are located in places where they will be able to warn off any burglar attempting to break into the house. When the sounder is installed outside it should be mounted away from extreme heat or moisture. It is also advisable to enclose the sounder in a box to protect it from any weather conditions. Make sure also, that the sounder is placed so that it can be heard.
After installing the sounder, the next component that must be installed is the sensors or the switches. Carefully install the sensors on edges of windows and doors. Make sure that the magnet and the sensor is not too far from each other so that the sensor will have enough magnet reception.
Mount the wires neatly and integrate the rest of the components to the control panel. Test the system to see if it works properly by closing and opening the entry points making any adjustments where there are components that do not work properly.
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