A security system consists of a control panel which functions as a central computer, receiving messages from a number of sensors that act as the 'eyes' and 'ears' of the system.
If the system is 'armed' and a signal is received by the panel it automatically dials an Alarm Monitoring Centre via a built-in telephone communicator. A trained operator then dispatches a security patrol or alerts the appropriate authorities.
Keypads located near common entry doors allow you to control the system. A number of products make up a system and generally include:
• Magnetic contacts to protect doors and windows that open
• Glassbreak sensors to protect windows and glass doors
• Motion sensors to detect movement within a defined area
• Panic switches that can be manually operated
• Sirens and sounders to sound an alarm in your home
• Smoke detectors to detect smoke and fire
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