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Default Wired or Wireless Alarms

Hi
Wireless alarms are really coming into their own now as prices fall and
reliability increases.
Without opening on this group a long standing thread about jamming mostly
this is unheard of.
Whilst not impossible the outcome is the same for all newer alarms They go
off. So numpty jammer sets the alarm off even before breaking in.

The main problem was size of devices ,especially door contacts ,and battery
life.
Both have now been overcome to a great extent with lithium batteries lasting
up to 3yrs.

The DIY kits (around £125) are of the older type using std batteries which
can go flat quickly if in a high usage device like the front door,and not
having fitted any can't comment further.

As for the newer systems my employer fits around 6 systems a month .

Wired systems are by no means obsolete and are the best option for
reliability maintenance longevity and cost, but radio is ideal for quick, no
mess installation with full BS and ISO accreditation.

HTH
CJ