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- Aug. 17, 2024
Home Security System – Comprehensive Solution For Your Home
Today, safety is a top priority for every family, which is why having a convenient home security system helps users avoid the risks of illegal intrusion. With advanced technology, smart design, and diverse features, a home security solution will provide absolute peace and reassurance for your home. So, what is a home security system, and how does it work? Let’s explore in detail with SECOM Vietnam through this article.
What is a Home Security System?
A home security system is a safety solution for residential spaces that integrates various electronic devices such as motion sensors, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems. These components are arranged and installed logically to work closely together to combat thieves and unauthorized intruders, ensuring the absolute safety of your home.
What Defines a Reliable Home Security System?
A comprehensive home security system must meet all technical standards, including data protection measures, information encryption, and compliance with privacy regulations to provide the highest level of safety for users. Additionally, surveillance cameras in the system must be of high quality and equipped with modern functions to allow homeowners to monitor their home remotely and closely, thereby reducing the risks of theft, fire, and other hazards.
How Does a Home Security System Work?
A home security system primarily functions to protect the home from the risk of intrusion through a control panel. Typically, sensors are placed at entry points such as doors and windows (especially ground-floor windows). For the interior space of the house, perimeter sensors and motion sensors can be installed to enhance security monitoring.
- Security Control Center (Control Panel): This is the hub that connects all the components of the home security system. The control panel will also emit an alarm if it detects a security breach in the monitored area.
- Magnetic Sensors Installed on Doors and Windows: When the alarm system is activated, if a door or window with a magnetic sensor is suddenly opened, the magnetic link will be broken, and the control panel will interpret this as a violation of the secure area, triggering an alarm to warn of intrusion and notify the homeowner to take appropriate action.
- Motion Sensors: These sensors can protect a specific area by detecting the movement of objects within the monitored zone. If any irregular movement is detected, the sensor will immediately send a notification to the central control unit of the system.
- Perimeter Sensors: These are designed for outdoor installation along fences and are highly durable. They effectively utilize infrared technology to detect unauthorized intruders climbing over fences.
- Surveillance Cameras: Through surveillance cameras, users can flexibly monitor their home remotely via a computer, smartphone, or tablet, ensuring comprehensive security even when the homeowner is away. However, it’s essential to ensure the security of surveillance cameras to maximize safety and privacy for you and your family.
- Alarm Sirens: By emitting loud sounds, alarm sirens not only alert the homeowner to an ongoing incident but also deter and warn off unauthorized intruders.
Benefits of a Home Security System
Today, installing a security surveillance system is considered an effective solution for protecting both assets and family members’ safety. Utilizing a home security system helps mitigate potential risks and offers practical benefits such as:
- Deterring Thieves/Intruders: Typically, burglars strike when no one is home to easily carry out their malicious actions. However, installing a home security system can help users deter and repel intruders by continuously sounding alarms.
- Safety Alerts: The home security system can also monitor fire prevention devices and flood sensors, notifying the homeowner in case of fires, gas leaks, flooding, etc., enabling timely intervention to ensure the safety of family members and valuable assets.
- Flexible Remote Security Monitoring: Most security surveillance systems on the market integrate remote monitoring features, allowing users to monitor their homes anywhere, anytime by simply downloading an app on their smartphone.
Installing a 5-Layer Home Security System for Your Family
By installing a 5-layer home security system, you can reinforce your living and working space, enhance security, deter theft from a distance, and provide absolute safety for both family members and assets. A quality home security system is typically designed with five protective layers as follows:
Layer 1: Exterior Protection for the Home
The first layer of protection, covering the exterior areas (walls, fences, etc.), reduces the risk of intrusion and asset loss by 80% since the fence will trigger loud alarms to thwart any malicious intentions.
Suitable for:
- High-end apartments and luxurious villas that are often targeted by thieves; installing a security system on the exterior helps protect the entire property.
- Fences, entrance gates, and exterior areas of buildings also require surveillance systems to prevent unauthorized access and avoid asset loss.
Monitoring Devices:
- Photo Beam (Perimeter Sensors)
- Magnetic Door Sensors
- Spotlight Camera System
Layer 2: Protection for the Yard and Parking Area
When an intruder moves through the yard or parking area, the motion sensors will immediately detect and trigger warning sounds.
Suitable for:
- Houses with front and backyards, corridors, terraces, balconies, garages, etc.
- Installing outdoor security solutions for car and motorcycle parking areas.
Monitoring Devices:
- Outdoor Motion Sensors
- Security Cameras
Layer 3: Interior Protection
In the event that the intruder persists and enters the house, the sensors will trigger an alarm, and the surveillance cameras will record and capture images to send to the homeowner.
Suitable for:
- All types of houses, from single-story homes, apartments, villas, to offices and factories.
- Installing home security systems in key areas such as entry doors, bedrooms, safes, and living rooms.
Monitoring Devices:
- Indoor Motion Sensors
- Door and Window Sensors
- Glass Break Sensors
Layer 4: Environmental Protection Within the Home
Nowadays, home security systems can also be installed in kitchen areas to minimize fire and gas leak risks that endanger life and property. Upon detecting unusual signs, the system will immediately send alerts to the homeowner to allow for timely intervention.
Suitable for:
- All types of houses, from apartments and buildings to luxury villas.
- Installing security monitoring systems in fire-prone areas like kitchens, gas cylinder storage areas, and bedrooms.
Monitoring Devices:
- Temperature, Fire, and Smoke Detectors
- Gas Leak Detectors
- Flood Sensors
Layer 5: Image Surveillance Cameras
Image surveillance cameras monitor movement within a specific range, capturing and sending images to the homeowner upon detecting unusual activities. This allows users to easily track suspicious movements and identify intruders, providing evidence for authorities if necessary.
Suitable for:
- All homes requiring a security camera surveillance system.
- Installing surveillance systems in all areas such as gates, gardens, parking lots, living rooms, kitchens, and for child monitoring.
Monitoring Devices:
- Outdoor and Indoor Cameras
- Spotlight Cameras
- Alarm Cameras
- WiFi Cameras
Top 9 Most Commonly Used Home Security Devices Today
With outstanding features in home protection, home security systems are increasingly popular. Among them, nine security devices are the most commonly used on the market today, including:
Sensor Devices
Sensors are an indispensable part of a home security system, functioning to collect and process environmental information, displaying data on a screen for the homeowner. Depending on the user’s security needs, sensors are categorized into various types, each with unique advantages and functions suited to specific uses.
Motion Sensors
Motion sensors detect unusual movement of objects within the monitored area, capturing information and reporting it to the user.
SECOM’s motion sensors are manufactured to Japanese standards. With advanced technology, high durability, and sensitivity, along with flexible adjustability, SECOM’s motion sensors provide absolute peace of mind for your family. For more detailed information or to inquire about motion sensor installation, please contact SECOM for prompt assistance.
Door and Window Sensors
These sensors are installed on doors or windows to monitor and promptly detect unauthorized entry attempts. Specifically, when someone tries to open the main door or window unusually, an alarm signal will be transmitted to the Control Center, notifying the homeowner to prevent potential theft. To prevent unauthorized intrusion and protect personal assets, contact SECOM today for suitable door/window sensor solutions.
Smoke and Gas Sensors
Smoke and gas sensors monitor safety by detecting harmful gases such as gas, refrigerants, flammable gases, etc., reducing the risk of fire and ensuring user safety. Due to this special feature, smoke and gas sensors are commonly used in fire-prone areas like kitchens, factories, and industrial plants to ensure the safety of workers and machinery.
Flood Sensors
Flood sensors detect abnormal water-related incidents like leaks, overflowing toilets, broken pipes, or floods. Upon detecting water overflow, the flood sensor triggers an alarm and sends notifications to the homeowner’s phone, minimizing significant and costly water-related damages.
Light Sensors
Light sensors are electronic devices capable of detecting light changes and converting them into electrical signals. They are often used to control lighting systems based on ambient light levels or integrated with other security devices to optimize performance.
Surveillance Camera System
A comprehensive security device that prevents unauthorized entry is a surveillance camera system. Especially with modern smart surveillance cameras that can monitor, record videos, and capture sharp images with superior functions, the device provides the homeowner with information and images of the thief for proper response measures.
However, to achieve the highest surveillance efficiency, SECOM recommends users combine a surveillance camera system with an alarm system connected to the Control Center, which allows homeowners to manage security proactively.
Smart Lights
Smart lights are a modern security product capable of connecting to other electronic devices in the house, such as phones, sensors, remotes, etc. Additionally, this device allows users to adjust the lighting system as desired through voice control via Bluetooth or WiFi. Currently, some smart lights are also equipped with a mode that lights up upon detecting unauthorized entry, creating an effect as if someone is at home, thus deterring the thief.
Smart Speakers
Unlike other home security surveillance devices on the market, smart speakers protect the home through virtual assistants. Accordingly, users can ask the virtual assistant to check the security system status, turn on/off surveillance devices, or perform other tasks quickly and conveniently.
Smart Door Locks
With smart door locks, users can unlock quickly with just a few simple steps while still ensuring home safety. To provide absolute security, smart door locks are integrated with features such as fingerprint recognition, facial recognition, and passwords, enabling users to manage access closely. Additionally, entry information will be stored in the application installed on the mobile phone, allowing homeowners to check and identify visitors, reducing unauthorized intrusion.
Smart Doorbell Systems
By installing a smart doorbell system, users can see who is at the door and decide whether to open it. This helps homeowners avoid security risks such as unauthorized entry, impersonation, or theft, ensuring absolute safety for the home and protecting loved ones. If children are home and hear the doorbell, the system will send notifications to the parents’ phones, allowing them to identify visitors, minimizing the risk of children being exploited by strangers.
Fire Alarm System
The fire alarm system is a crucial device integrated with related sensors to detect and timely warn against unwanted incidents such as fires, carbon monoxide leaks, etc. By connecting to WiFi or a mobile network, the fire alarm system can quickly send alerts to users in the form of sounds, images, calls, etc., helping homeowners understand the issue and contact the fire department to resolve the incident.
Alarm System
Developed using advanced technologies, the alarm system is becoming a top choice for comprehensive home protection, ensuring the safety of all members. This system includes compact anti-theft alarm devices that are extremely sensitive to the environment, so when it detects unusual movement, it will immediately activate an alarm sound and send signals to the homeowner.
Additionally, turning on/off the surveillance system is quite simple. Users only need to use an activation card or access the system application on their phone to connect with the system, ensuring home security when away.
Central Security Device
The central security device (or central control unit) is the “brain” of the entire home security system, capable of connecting and controlling all surveillance activities in the home. Accordingly, users only need to activate the central control unit, and all security devices will begin to operate accordingly, allowing you to lock doors, turn lights on/off, or trigger alarms quickly.
SECOM – Providing Reliable and High-Quality Home Security Solutions
Currently, there are many providers of home security camera installation services on the market, among which SECOM is proud to be one of the leading companies offering high-quality security solutions that are trusted and highly regarded by customers. With extensive experience and deep expertise, SECOM is committed to delivering comprehensive solutions that encompass the elements of Security – Safety – Peace of Mind, meeting the need to protect families, assets, and homes thoroughly.
With a reputation and quality proven over many years of operation, SECOM confidently stands as the top choice for families in safeguarding their homes and loved ones. Additionally, by partnering with SECOM, we guarantee to bring customers exclusive benefits such as:
- Quality Security Solutions: One of the key factors that build the SECOM brand is quality. Therefore, we are committed to providing customers with security solutions that meet Japanese standards, effectively preventing theft and unauthorized entry.
- Consultation on Suitable Installation Locations: With a team of experienced technicians with full professional knowledge, we are ready to provide dedicated support and deliver comprehensive designs that fit customers’ needs and budgets. The technical team will also advise you on the optimal locations for installing the home security system in key areas to maximize the device’s performance.
- Operation Guidance Consultation: Additionally, SECOM’s staff will advise customers on how to operate the system for maximum efficiency, ensuring the safety of the entire family and valuable assets.
- Warranty and After-Sales Support: For SECOM, our responsibility does not end with the completion of the security surveillance system installation. We will continue to support customers even after the fact, ensuring that the devices effectively perform their anti-theft functions. If the device encounters issues during operation, customers only need to contact SECOM, and our technical staff will promptly arrive to inspect and resolve the issue.
Above is all the information about the home security system and the benefits of using it that SECOM wants to share with customers. We hope that through this article, customers have gained more knowledge about home security systems, making it easier to choose the right equipment. If you are looking for an optimal, effective security solution, contact SECOM today for quick consultation and support.
