Wireless Driveway Alarms
Ralph Winn
Whether you want to protect your home from a possible
intrusion, don't want to miss a home delivery, or like to know
who's approaching before he rings the doorbell, a driveway
alarm is a useful addition to any home security system. The
driveway alarm comes in a variety of styles, each of which has
its unique way of protecting your property and alerting you to
a presence there. Both wireless and handheld models of the
driveway alarm are available in different detection ranges,
from 1,000 feet to 2 miles. Some use tones to alert you; others
use recorded messages, or allow you to talk back through an
intercom system.
Driveway Alarm Fundamentals
Every driveway wireless alarm system has two parts: a
transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter detects an
individual presence, usually through infrared sensory
equipment, and alerts you via the receiver. In some cases, the
receiver allows you to speak through it and out through the
transmitter. The sound of your voice (or a recorded one) is
sometimes your most powerful weapon when it comes to preventing
intrusion and/or burglary.
A driveway alarm can be installed in different locations to
ensure you'll be alerted well in advance to any human presence
on your property:
1, In your yard, hidden from view
2, As an intercom system at your gate
3, Beneath the eaves of your roof
4, Around the perimeter of your property
Driveway Alarm Features:
For security guards or people who live on extensive acreage,
the handheld driveway alarm is an excellent source of both
security and communication. It allows you to keep your driveway
alarm receiver (or transceiver, as it's sometimes called if it
enables you to speak back to the receiver) always at hand or on
your person for fast action. A standard, wireless driveway alarm
is better suited to a homeowner living in a metropolitan or
suburban neighborhood, since it is easy to install and alerts
you to motion immediately, but allows you to act without having
to physically be in touch with the receiver. Plus, there are
numerous features in each system that tailors the driveway
alarm to your needs and preferences.
Voice announcement, Doorbell chimes and distinct tones for
different areas of detection.
Staying Safe:
According to the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association
(NBFAA), homes without alarms are three times more likely to be
burglarized. By installing a driveway alarm system, you will
prevent yourself from becoming another statistic.
About The Author: Ralph Winn has over 32 years of experience in
the security industry. Throughout his career, he has developed
cost effective security programs for numerous small, medium,
large commercial and government properties and for many
nationally known corporations.
http://www.homesecuritystore.com
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