Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems

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0750672064
Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems: 
H. William Trimmer
Country Of Origin: United States
Publication Date: 25/08/1999
Edition: Third Edition
UK Measurements 152 x 235 mm
US Measurements 6 x 9.25 In.
Pages: 232pp
Line Illustrations: 146 line illustrations
Photographs:: 11 halftones
Product Type: Hardcover
Audience: Alarm system installers, service technicians and some security managers

General Information

Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems, Third Edition has seen the alarm industry enter the computer age. With its coverage of micro computerized controls, sophisticated detection devices, methods of alarm reporting, that second edition broke new ground. Now completely updated to reflect the security industry's most high-tech advances, the third edition of Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems, continues on the road of educating the alarm dealer, installer, and technician.

Reviews This book provides the background and knowledge base for those interested in alarm systems and serves as a stepping stone to understanding other high-tech security systems. -Security Management ...this book can be used as an on-the-job manual for those engaged in alarm systems installations, projects, and troubleshooting. The author covers most situations and technical nuances that alarm service professionals will face. -Security Management

Abbrev Contents Part One: Basic Electricity Test Equipment Part Two: Kinds of Trouble Types of Protective Loops Seven Steps in Troubleshooting Specific Troubleshooting Procedures Part Three: Controls Silent Alarms and Local Bells Batteries and Power Supplies Part Four: Advanced Intrusion Detection Systems Part Five: A Day in the Life of An Alarm Serviceperson Work Hazards Dealing Effectively with Customers Glossary

Contents Part One: Basic Electricity Test Equipment Part Two: Kinds of Trouble Types of Protective Loops Seven Steps in Troubleshooting Specific Troubleshooting Procedures Part Three: Controls Silent Alarms and Local Bells Batteries and Power Supplies Part Four: Advanced Intrusion Detection Systems Part Five: A Day in the Life of An Alarm Serviceperson Work Hazards Dealing Effectively with Customers Glossary

Category: Physical Security - Alarms 

Reference value:  Prepares readers for the practicalities of dealing with customers Takes readers from the basics of electricity to the most modern equipment installation and repair Teaches the pitfalls one might encounter in the alarm servicing profession, along with the approaches for troubleshooting.

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