Compare Home Security System
Compare Home Security Systems – How to Choose the Right System
There are an incredible number of options today for people that are interested in installing a Home Security system. As technology advances more and more options become available and the prices get lower. A good Home Security System can not only protect you from theft and give you peace of mind it can also save your life. But with so many options available it can be difficult to choose the system that’s right for you.
So how do you compare home security systems? How do you make sure you pick the best system to suit your needs? We’ll start by discussing some of the various options available today. Some of the various features of today’s home security systems are:
- Magnetic Contacts: Just about any security system you get today it will have magnetic contacts. Magnetic contacts are used on doors and windows to alert you or your monitoring company when a door or window has been opened. In a door for example one contact will be in the door itself and the other contact will be in the doorframe. As long as these contacts stay together everything is fine. When that contact is broken the alarm is triggered.
- Motion detectors: A motion detector does exactly what you would expect it to do, it detects motion. Motion detectors can be used outdoors to turn on lights or to sound the time to notify you when someone comes onto your property. Motion detectors are also used indoors to detect an intruder. You may not have magnetic contacts on every door and window in your house and if someone is able to get inside without triggering those contacts they would set off the motion detectors once they get inside.
- Glass break sensors: Glass break sensors are a good thing to have. With magnetic contacts there is a contact in the window frame but if someone breaks the window to window frame will stay intact and may not set off the alarm. But, a glass break sensor will detect the sound of the glass breaking and set off the alarm.
- Panic buttons: A panic button can be pushed to trigger the alarm immediately if there is an intruder. Many security systems will have a delay to allow the homeowner time to go inside and turn off the alarm so it is not automatically triggered every time you enter your home. If you happen to be home and there is an intruder you can push the panic button to trigger your alarm and notify your monitoring company immediately. When the alarm is triggered the monitoring company will call your house to see if it was a false alarm or not. If you don’t answer the phone or if you answer the phone and give them the wrong password they will notify the police immediately.
- Security cameras: Security cameras, if placed in a visible location, can act as a deterrent to any would be intruders. If someone does break into your house the video can also be helpful in apprehending the criminal.
- Wireless systems: Many systems are hardwired into your houses electrical system. Installing these systems requires running wires throughout the house. A wireless system is much easier to install because there is a lot less electrical work to do. A wireless system uses radio frequencies to connect all of the various components of the security system.
Many security systems today will not only protect you against break-ins but also have smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and other features. With these types of features, and a monitoring service, the fire department would be notified in the event of a house fire which could save your life, or save your house if no one is home to call the fire department.
This is just a brief description of some of the many options available to homeowners today. When comparing home security systems you may want to consult with a professional to help you choose your best options. Another consideration when choosing a system is your budget. You’ll want to get as much protection as you can while spending only what you can afford to spend.
A home security system is one of those things that you buy but hope that you never actually need. But it is definitely a good investment in your family’s safety. A home security system can protect you without you even realizing it. A smart criminal will always choose the path of least resistance. If your house has an Alarm System and your neighbors house does not, who do you think will be victimized by any would be burglars?
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4 Channel 30 Ft IR Digital Wireless Video Security System $1099.99 The PDC2400D digital wireless system provides interference free wireless video which is secured for your safety. This security system includes 4 digital wireless camera and receiver pairs along with a networkable H.264 DVR with 500GB hard drive and all the necessary accessories for turn-key operation.The networkable DVR lets you view your system from the anywhere via the internet or with our free smart phone app.4 x Digital Wireless Camera / Receiver Pair: Our 2.4GHz digital video camera and receiver is a reliable and exceptionally convenient monitoring solution for your home or office. The MVL24KIT wireless camera provides day/night coverage with 420 lines of resolution up to a 500' wireless range with a 3.6mm lens. The 30' IR range gives full coverage even at night. The digital wireless frequency hopping technology gives clean, crisp images even in environments with other wireless devices. Includes a red LED deterrent light and 3db omni-directional antenna.4 Channel Networkable DVR: Our DVR offers advanced features and intuitive, easy-to-use setup menus, giving you the ultimate DVR for flexibility and control. Control cameras individually by resolution, frame rate, and record quality. The audio inputs and 1 audio output allows you to listen to fully synced audio. Conveniently export via USB or onto your network in AVI or MP4 format.System comes with: Power supplies, camera mounting brackets, antennas, easy quick-start guide, warning sticker, and comprehensive instruction manual. One year manufacturer's warranty on all parts unless otherwise noted.Why Wireless?You'll love the convenience of not having to run video cables.Our wireless system features digital wireless technology — delivering high-resolution, interference-free images.3. Your video is digitally encrypted, protecting you from criminals or nosy neighbors.Combined with simple set-up and operation, Supercircuits' wireless systems offer an ideal turn-key solution for a wide variety of surveillance applications.Simple SetupRunning video cables is not required. Just provide power and you're ready to send real-time, high-resolution video to your spot monitor or recording device. The wireless cameras and receivers auto-recognize when activated.Digitally Secured TransmissionYour video signal is unaffected by common devices: WiFi, Bluetooth, cordless phones, internet, microwaves, etc. The video signal is secure, protected from criminal elements and nosy neighbor |
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4 Channel Day/Night Digital Wireless Video Security System with 17 in LCD $1199.99 If avoiding cabling is important to you, this four channel digital wireless system delivers high-resolution, interference-free video, digitally encrypted for your protection. This security system includes 4 day/night digital wireless camera and receiver pairs along with a networkable H.264 security DVR with 500GB hard drive and all the necessary accessories for turn-key operation.The networkable DVR lets you view your system from the anywhere via the internet or with our free smart phone app.4 x Digital Wireless Camera / Receiver Pair: Our 2.4 GHz digital video camera and receiver is a reliable and exceptionally convenient monitoring solution for your home or office. The wireless camera provides day/night coverage with 420 lines of resolution up to a 300 ft wireless range with a 3.6 mm lens. The 30 ft IR range gives full coverage even at night. The digital wireless frequency hopping technology gives clean, crisp images even in environments with other wireless devices. Includes a red LED deterrent light and 3 dB omni-directional antenna.4 Channel Networkable DVR: Our DVR offers advanced features and intuitive, easy-to-use setup menus, giving you the ultimate DVR for flexibility and control. Control cameras individually by resolution, frame rate, and record quality. The audio inputs and 1 audio output allows you to listen to fully synced audio. Conveniently export via USB or onto your network in AVI or MP4 format.Why Wireless?You'll love the convenience of not having to run video cables.Our wireless system features digital wireless technology — delivering high-resolution, interference-free images.Your video is digitally secured, protecting you from criminals or nosy neighbors.Combined with simple set-up and operation, This wireless system offers an ideal turn-key solution for a wide variety of surveillance applications.Easy SetupRunning video cables is not required. Just provide power and you're ready to send real-time, high-resolution video to your spot monitor or recording device. The wireless cameras and receivers auto-recognize when activated.Digitally Secured TransmissionYour video signal is unaffected by common devices: WiFi, Bluetooth, cordless phones, internet, microwaves, etc. The video signal is secure, protected from criminal elements and nosy neighbors. Our system transmits up to 300 feet, line of sight. It easily transmits through walls of virtually any material and leverages MPEG-4 compression for efficient bandwidth management.Suited for virtually ANY applicationThis wireless system features a stylish design for indoor use, weatherproof camera housings for outdoor use, and infrared capabilities for night-time all-round protection.Camera Features and CapabilitiesInfrared (IR) – Infrared (IR) cameras feature built-in illuminator |
