Re: New Home Alarm Security Questions

["Bob Worthy" <securinc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

"Frank Olson" <Use_the_email_links@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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  The best way to set up any glass break is to
> have the tester.  Mounting them on the ceiling is good, but the
> distances you mentioned would largely depend on the window treatment
> (heavy drapes, mini-blinds, or what-ever).  What I would suggest is
> using your existing house as a "test bed" (if you intend to use the same
> window treatment).  Power the FG-730 with a 12 volt battery (fully
> charged), and have someone hold it at the appropriate height and
> distance.  You can then utilize the tester to determine the best
> distance from your windows.

Will he get the required vibration with someone holding it this way or is it
just testing the distance on the frequency? With construction down here we
have to be careful with location for both features. Problem is that only one
is adjustable. They are good sensors though. Use a ton of them.
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> > What is the best way to protect casement windows, contacts or glass
> > breaks.?
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> Ditch the contacts.  Use alarm screens.
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> > Which contacts and glass breaks come highly recommended?
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> Contacts:  GRI (http://www.grisk.com)
> Glass Breaks:  FG-730
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> > Any suggestions for outdoor security cameras for soffit install, about
> > 25ft off ground and one front door camera(Southern Ontario climate).
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> That depends on what you want to "view" (and under what conditions).  I
> can recommend some good cameras, but the FOV (Field of View) will
> determine what kind of lens.