Should I Add Motion Sensors To My Home Security System?
Author: John Leo
What is a motion sensor & why should you consider adding
one to your existing security system?
So you may have a security system already. Yes, you may
have several of your doors & windows protected... But what
if you did not have ALL of your doors and windows wired for
contacts?
You may be suprised that the majority of homes that have
security systems are actually under protected. Thats right,
due to finances, many people choose a security system that
protects only 2-3 doors or windows?
In fact... In some areas where the older homes were not
pre-wired for security beforehand, some people choose to
simply protect their front and back door only.
What does that mean for you?
While it is true that some protection is better than no
protection, it concerns me that a burglar may enter any
window of the house and not trip the burglar alarm. Now you
can see why a motion sensor comes in handy.
How A Motion Detector Works
Imagine a decvice that is approximately 3" X 4" that is
strategically placed in a corner of your home so that the
stairway that leads to your bedrooms is protected.
Now imagine an invisible beam that casts a web up to 40 ft
long. Anything or anyone that crosses that invisible
barrier will trigger a security alarm signal immediately
notifying the authorities.
Different Kinds Of Motion Detectors Available
1) The Standard Hardwired Motion Sensor: this motion sensor
will be installed if your home has been pre-wired for
security or you have basement access to run wires for it.
If you have an inside pet this may not be the option for
you as it will set off false alarms as it detects their
movement.
2) Pet Immune Motion Sensor: this motion sensor ignores
pets that weigh under 60 lbs and will eliminate the false
alarms caused by small dogs and cats.
3)Wireless Motion Sensor: You will use this when the home
is not pre-wired for security & you do not have access for
an alarm technician to run wires later on. Wireless motion
detectors are available in both the standard & pet immune
variety
4)Duel Tech Motion Sensors: This specialized motion
detectorr not only works like the Pet immune sensor...It
goes one step further.
It not only detects motion ...it also requires detecting
body heat before sounding an alarm. As you can imagine this
is the best motion detector available. But it also is the
most expensive. Sensors are available in both hardwired &
wireless variety.
Motion sensors give an extra line of defence to your
security system. They really come in handy when protecting
a basement that has many windows. any movement downstairs
will trigger an alarm scaring a burglar away. Which motion
sensor seems right to you?
Why not talk to a security system consultant to find out
how you may add one to your existing system?
About the Author:
John Leo has over 30 years of experience in the home alarm,
home theater and low voltage products manufacturing and
distribution industry. His specialty is fire alarm cable,
home theater audio cable, coaxial cable and home security
alarm cable. webmaster@worldwide-products.biz
http://www.worldwide-products.biz/
one to your existing security system?
So you may have a security system already. Yes, you may
have several of your doors & windows protected... But what
if you did not have ALL of your doors and windows wired for
contacts?
You may be suprised that the majority of homes that have
security systems are actually under protected. Thats right,
due to finances, many people choose a security system that
protects only 2-3 doors or windows?
In fact... In some areas where the older homes were not
pre-wired for security beforehand, some people choose to
simply protect their front and back door only.
What does that mean for you?
While it is true that some protection is better than no
protection, it concerns me that a burglar may enter any
window of the house and not trip the burglar alarm. Now you
can see why a motion sensor comes in handy.
How A Motion Detector Works
Imagine a decvice that is approximately 3" X 4" that is
strategically placed in a corner of your home so that the
stairway that leads to your bedrooms is protected.
Now imagine an invisible beam that casts a web up to 40 ft
long. Anything or anyone that crosses that invisible
barrier will trigger a security alarm signal immediately
notifying the authorities.
Different Kinds Of Motion Detectors Available
1) The Standard Hardwired Motion Sensor: this motion sensor
will be installed if your home has been pre-wired for
security or you have basement access to run wires for it.
If you have an inside pet this may not be the option for
you as it will set off false alarms as it detects their
movement.
2) Pet Immune Motion Sensor: this motion sensor ignores
pets that weigh under 60 lbs and will eliminate the false
alarms caused by small dogs and cats.
3)Wireless Motion Sensor: You will use this when the home
is not pre-wired for security & you do not have access for
an alarm technician to run wires later on. Wireless motion
detectors are available in both the standard & pet immune
variety
4)Duel Tech Motion Sensors: This specialized motion
detectorr not only works like the Pet immune sensor...It
goes one step further.
It not only detects motion ...it also requires detecting
body heat before sounding an alarm. As you can imagine this
is the best motion detector available. But it also is the
most expensive. Sensors are available in both hardwired &
wireless variety.
Motion sensors give an extra line of defence to your
security system. They really come in handy when protecting
a basement that has many windows. any movement downstairs
will trigger an alarm scaring a burglar away. Which motion
sensor seems right to you?
Why not talk to a security system consultant to find out
how you may add one to your existing system?
About the Author:
John Leo has over 30 years of experience in the home alarm,
home theater and low voltage products manufacturing and
distribution industry. His specialty is fire alarm cable,
home theater audio cable, coaxial cable and home security
alarm cable. webmaster@worldwide-products.biz
http://www.worldwide-products.biz/
