How Central Station Monitoring Works

Monday, June 29th, 2009

Ever wonder what really happens when your security system alarm goes off? A lot of this depends on your system and what kind of ‘language’ it speaks. The ‘languages’ really aren’t connected to what type of system you have as much as how old it is. Here’s a quick rundown: Ademco 4/2   – Older and [...]

Wireless vs Hardwired Security: Part Two

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

Picking up where we left off…. Service Calls. So you’ve got a problem and have to call your installation company to come fix it, what can you expect? Well with a wireless system troubleshooting trouble and fault issues can be a wild goose chase that doesn’t have an answer… although trying to find a short [...]

Wireless vs Hardwired Security

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

If you’re looking at getting a security system in a new home or business then this question is sure to be broached. If you’re building is pre-existing then there’s a chance wireless is your only option, but don’t rule out hardwired or hybrid just yet! As with all technology debates (think LCD vs Plasma, Blu [...]