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on 6/15/2008 This is a great artical for information on Alarms systems and what to look for when you buy. They also have affordable window alarms that are great for appartments so you can take them with you, for people who really can't afford a large system. Thanks for the information Donna http://www.guardyourselfnow.com/homeprotection.htm
on 8/8/2006 Most alarm systems include a home mode that can be used to disable interior motion sensors when the family is home. Having interior motion sensors live when the family is home is a false alarm waiting to happen.
on 6/30/2006 Most alarm systems include a "home mode" that can be used to disable interior motion sensors when the family is home. Having interior motion sensors live when the family is home is a false alarm waiting to happen.
on 6/30/2006 Know what type of window you have. Some alarm contacts void window warranties. For a vinyl window you need a surface mounted contact vs one drilled through the frame of the window. Any window that has a weep system must have a surface mounted contact!
on 11/22/2005 Always use a combination of a closed and open sensor. This way, if the intruder is aware of these system and tries cutting the cable or shorting out the system, then both would trigger the alarm.
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