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Burglar Alarms

How to Plan and Install an Security Alarm
PART 1
What is an Security alarm?
An Security alarm system monitors and detects unauthorised entry to properties – homes and businesses alike – and alert the property owner or authorised third parties to an intrusion. For electrical installers, the ability to offer customers the opportunity to have a protection system installed in their properties at the same time that other electrical work is carried out, can generate a lucrative additional revenue stream.
Why bother with Security alarms?
Although statistics* show that burglary rates have been dropping, there are still a high percentage of properties that do not have adequate security measures in place. The best deterrent for burglars is an security alarm and it needn’t cost the earth to install an effective security alarm. Ultimately, an alarm system gives property owners the peace of mind they desire to protect their homes, families, businesses and assets.
Only around 10% of residential properties in the India are protected by an security alarm system, so by introducing security alarm installation to your services, you could significantly grow your business and profits.
Did you know?
Homes and businesses which do not employ any form of security measures are 10 times more likely to be burgled than those with simple security measures
Homes and businesses with no burglar alarm are three times more likely to be broken into than those with alarms.
Around 20% of all house burglaries are carried out without forced entry. A burglar may see an open window or other easy point of entry and take their chance.
Visible burglar alarms make intruders think twice. They not only act as a deterrent, but will also provide a warning that an intrusion is taking place.
What are the components of a burglar alarm?
The Security system comprises detectors, control panels and communications devices.
Detectors identify and react to specific occurrences including movement, shock, vibration, smoke, heat, and flood.
Different types of detectors are available, each protecting different aspects of the property. These include:
Passive infrared sensors (PIRs) detect people moving using infrared heat sensing.
Dual Technology sensors use combined infrared and microwave sensing technologies to help reduce false alarms.
Magnetic door contacts detect the opening and closing of doors and windows.
Glass break sensors listen for the specific noise of breaking glass.
Shock sensors detect attacks on doors and windows.
Smoke sensors can be connected to the security alarm system to detect fire.
ANALYSIS
The control panel is the brains of the system to which detectors are connected. It analyses and actions signals from detectors and is operated by a keypad. Keypads are sometimes integrated into the control panel e.g. Optima Compact or these can be remote with LED or LCD displays. LED keypads communicate alarm system status using LED indicators. LCD keypads use text displays to give a fuller picture of the alarm status including event logs, entry and exit times of users, and ultimately enable speedy identification of alarm sources. Control panels come in different shapes, sizes and complexities depending on the type and size of property to protect.
Number of zones (areas) to protect
Ability to set all or part of the system
The number of Remote keypads it can accommodate
Event memory log PA & Tamper inputs
ACTIVATION
In the event of alarm activation, the keypads identify the problem & inform the occupants of the cause and location of the alert.
DETERRENTS
Sounders and sirens use different tones and rhythms to communicate the type of alarm internally and/or externally. Externally mounted sounders and sirens are a good visual deterrent for potential burglars and quickly alert property owners and neighbours to an intrusion. The strobe helps to identify the house when an alarm has gone off.
ALERTS
Communications devices such as speech dialler send pre-recorded voice messages by telephone when an alarm is triggered. These messages can be sent to the homeowner or nominated contacts either via land line or mobile phone. This is particularly useful for isolated properties and allows action to be taken when property owners are away from home.
Planning and laying out an security alarm
Step 1: Conduct a site survey with your customer
To ensure that you get the correct security alarm system for your customer, you need to carefully plan and design the system. This is achieved by conducting a short site survey in consultation with your customer. The following questions will help you identify exactly what your customer wants to protect, and will enable you to map out the system plan and identify the most suitable components.
The site survey

• Is the property isolated or in a built up area?
• What parts of the property have to be protected? 
• Does the entire property or just part require to be protected? 
• What areas does the customer
• want to protect to identify the number of zones required?
• How many entry doors exist at the property and that require protection?
• In addition to burglar protection, does the customer require fire protection?
• How many zones will be required?
• What type of keypad does the customer require (integral, LED or LCD)?
• Does the customer require additional keypads?
• Where will the control panel be located?
• Does the customer require the windows to be protected?
• How many rooms are to be protected with movement detectors?
• Does the customer have pets that will remain in the house when the system is set?
• What type of alert is required? (sounding/visual/remote phone communication)?
• Where will the external siren be located?
• Is a dummy siren also required?
• Is keyfob operation more suited to the household?

Step 2: Map out the property and select products
Using the information you have obtained during the site survey, map out property layout and select the most appropriate products for the installation.
Step 3: Decide where to position the security alarm system components
 

YOU ARE NOW IN A POSITION WHERE YOU CAN START THE INSTALLATION OF THE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM

Positioning and Installing the Security Alarm System Components

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