Contributing Technology Writer. Ron Nelson has more than 36 years' experience in the security industry, and is employed with Mutual Central Alarm Services Inc., New York. He can be reached at sdmtechtips@bnpmedia.com.
Time was if you wanted to remotely monitor security systems you had to lease some expensive type of copper line from the local telephone company. Today technology has given birth
Diagram 1Getting More from MonitoringQ: I frequently install burglary, medical alert, critical event, and fire alarm systems connected to my central station, but I am looking to expand my business.
The use of voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) is increasing every day. Although this emerging technology may lower the expense of telephone service, it also has the potential to reduce
Which of the following hardware devices is used to connect networks together? HUB Router Firewall Any of the above None of the above Which of the following hardware devices is
Figure 1Figure 2No Network – Is Remote Viewing Still Possible?I installed a DVR for one of my clients, who wants to add an analog CCTV monitor in the security room
Problem: DVR failed to record an event. WHAT TO CHECK: Failure to record can be caused by many factors. The first things to check are the basics: Is the camera
Installing outdoor protection systems offers an entirely different set of challenges to a security dealer. In addition to the weather concerns, there also are potential problems from animals and activity.
In some applications, it may be necessary to install a UL-certified system or perform the work to UL standards. To issue a UL certificate, the installing company must be listed