Fire alarm systems require a wealth of knowledge to properly design, install and maintain. A number of codes and standards may be applicable depending on where the system is installed

Will network cameras overload your client’s network? Can you use analog cameras with a network video recorder? Find out what’s hogwash and what’s not, as SDM’s video expert sets the

Installing a DVR for your client doesn’t necessarily mean you’re giving them a ‘digital’ video system. Learn about the differences between DVRs and NVRs, and the extent to which each

Properly designing a burglary system requires an extensive knowledge of detection devices as well as an understanding of the electrical properties of the devices, the needs of the customer and

More homes are using a structured wiring system to distribute telephony, data network and TV services. It is important that you fully understand the technologies involved before you dive into

Detectors form the backbone of any fire alarm system, ensuring that a potentially dangerous situation will be detected early and the occupants notified of the event. To detect fires effectively,

Remote monitoring can enhance the overall effectiveness of a security system by providing off-site notification of events to a remote monitoring center and even pagers or wireless data devices. To

Digital camera systems are becoming more commonplace. These systems can offer many benefits and flexibility, but they also require that the dealer possess a working knowledge of networks and the

Today, wireless devices are available to suit almost every application and budget, from small residential to large approved burglary and even fire systems. To see if you can surf the

Digital Communication SystemsThese systems are not connected directly to the monitoring station. Instead, they use a telephone line that is already installed for the user’s telephone service. When an alarm