Installation
Some home security systems are complex and needs to be installed by licensed professional alarm companies. However, in most instances there are good home security systems that can be installed by the average consumer.
How to Install a Security System?
Usually, home security systems comes with its alarm installation manual, alarm operation manual, alarm user manual and alarm programming manual help the owner to install, maintain and program the alarm system. Use these alarm manuals as a guide.
Alarm Panel and Siren
Alarm system installation involves the process of mounting the master control panel and siren in a location where it can be secure from vandalism but loud enough to be heard in the event of an emergency. Them, connect the indoor alarm siren, power transformer and backup alarm battery directly to the master alarm control panel.
Touchpad Keypad
After that, position and install the alarm keypad near the front door to give you enough time to “arm” and “disarm” the system upon entering or exiting the premise. If your system is a hardwired security system, then be sure to run a wire from the keypad to the master alarm control panel. If this can not be accomplished, you may want to think about installing a wireless security system because it is not required to run wiring from each device back to the alarm panel. Determine if you need or desire multiple alarm keypads such as one at the back door or garage. If you do, then install and run them wires back to the alarm panel. Next, position and install the associated alarm system devices in their respective areas.
Motion Detectors
Determine how when areas that you need protecting with motion detectors. Usually, each room needs at least one with a few in the common areas such as hallways, dining room and living areas. Once you determine how many motion detectors you want, install them and run the wires back to the alarm control panel. If you are installing a wireless alarm system then you do not have to run wires.
Window and Door Sensors
At this point, you are ready to install the window sensors and door sensors on each door and window. Use the alarm system instruction manual to determine where to position each device and runs those wires back to the alarm panel. It saves a lot of time when you are installing a wireless security alarm but it cost more to purchase.
Glass Breaker Detectors
Install each glass break detector near the area that there is glass. This can be windows and doors that include the inside of the home and even the garage. Read the alarm system manual to determine the correct spacing in the area. You generally only need a few of these devices as the coverage is more extensive than motion detectors.
Complete Alarm Installing
After you have installed the alarm devices mentioned above, complete any other devices such as shock sensors, temperature sensors, flood detectors or freeze detectors in the area described in the alarm system installation manual. Once you are finished with installing the devices, it is time to program the system for operation.
Home Alarm Programming
Using the alarm system programming manual, program each device into the system and test for proper operation. At this point, program the user codes for each user of the alarm system. If you have any alarm system troubleshooting questions or problems, refer to the alarm system troubleshooting manual or our alarm system troubleshooting forum. In no time, you will be protecting your family and home with your new home security alarm system.