Electronic Security Systems Pocket Book

To meet the need for a handy reference guide, with all essential theory, data and information needed every day, Gerard Honey has written this Pocket Book. It will be one of the most useful tools in the kit of anyone specifying, installing, maintaining or repairing security systems, either domestic or commercial. Gerard Honey is a practising security installer and consultant. He is a leading writer for the security industry and has written two other acclaimed books, also available from Newnes: Electronic Protection and Security Systems and Intruder Alarms. Handy data source for security system designers and installers Complements the range of physical security texts from Newnes Written by the author of 'Intruder Alarms'

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Install and service all types of electronic security systems like the pros do (or should)! Whether you're a security professional who needs to know the latest technologies, or a homeowner who wants to make smart, money-saving decisions to protect your home and family, The Complete Book of Electronic Security tells you what you need to know. Bill Phillips, a world renowned security expert, has written the most comprehensive and practical guidebook available on installing, buying, selling, and troubleshooting electronic security systems. You'll find step-by-step, crystal-clear installation instructions for: Intruder and fire alarm systems Access control systems Home automation systems Closed-circuit TV And more Bill uses over 200 photos, drawings, and "at-a-glance tips" to make the material easy to understand. For the most complete coverage possible, he also includes: Contributions from over a dozen of the world's leading security experts Practical job-finding and career-building tips A sample certification test used in the United States and Canada Advice on starting and running an electronic security business A comprehensive glossary and lists of manufacturers, suppliers, and associations The Complete Book of Electronic Security contains a wealth of practical information for security officers, alarm system installers, security consultants, building contractors, locksmiths, and homeowners. Written by a top security expert who knows what you would ask, and gives direct, easy-to-understand answers!

Electronic Security Systems is a book written to help the security professional understand the various electronic security functional components and the ways these components interconnect. Providing a holistic approach to solving security issues, this book discusses such topics as integrating electronic functions, developing a system, component philosophy, possible long-term issues, and the culture within a corporation. The book uses a corporate environment as its example; however, the basic issues can be applied to virtually any environment. For a security professional to be effective, he or she needs to understand the electronics as they are integrated into a total security system. Electronic Security Systems allows the professional to do just that, and is an invaluable addition to any security library. * Provides a well-written and concise overview of electronic security systems and their functions * Takes a holistic approach by focusing on the integration of different aspects of electronic security systems * Includes a collection of practical experiences, solutions, and an approach to solving technical problems

This book should explain how electronic alarm and security systems operate, how to properly install them, how to maintain them and how to troubleshoot and repair them when problems occur. The primary audience for this book consists of professional electronics technicians who are interested in the rapidly growing and profitable area of electronic security systems.

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers, construction managers and security managers interested in an overview of electronic security systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. DETECT, DELAY, AND RESPOND, 3. ESTABLISH REQUIREMENTS, 4. SYSTEM COMPLEXITY, 5. MONITORING METHODS, 6. ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS.

This is a collection of all the key data, facts, practical guidance and circuit design basics needed by a spectrum of students, electronics enthusiasts, technicians and circuit designers. It provides explanations and practical guidance.

This work focuses on the design and installation of electronic access control systems. It provides practical information needed by system designers and installers and information required for level 3 NVQs from SITO/City and Guilds.