The role of the siren in the security alarm system

A vital element of the burglar alarm is an audible siren — a device that, with its signal, scares off the intruders or draws attention to interference. In this way, theft or damage to property can be prevented by using the alarm siren.One more important function of the siren is connecting an alert about triggering sensors (turning off gas or smoke) or about an alarm button pressing. By attracting attention, users can prevent the danger in time.Sirens are classified according to the specified parameters:

  • Installation options — indoor and outdoor;
  • Types of the signal transmission — wireless and wired;
  • By the presence of a battery — with and without a battery;
  • By signal type — sound (pulsating and continuous) and light and sound (combined).

Indoor and outdoor sirens

Outdoor alarm sirens are set in private houses, warehouses and offices. The outdoor siren should be mounted at the height of at least 2.5 m and on the front side of the facade. Such an installation requires a complex dismantling of the security device and will open up the siren sound to more neighbors.Most security sirens are suitable for outdoor installation. In apartments, it is not customary to mount a room siren in the entrance or on the house's facade. Here, in most cases, an alarm siren appears next to a security device or even hides inside the case. Compact sirens, despite their size and price, sound loud.

Wireless and wired sirens

Wireless sirens are prized for their wiring-free installation. The range of wireless sirens is up to 100 m, and, as a rule, additional installation of a signal amplifier is not required for them. The signal strength of the wireless siren is 100-120 dB. The wireless siren can be installed indoors or outdoors.Wired sirens require mandatory cable laying and have a noise level of up to 110 dB. This type of siren can be observed both from the outside and inside of the room.

Sound and light-sound security sirens

An audible siren can scare off a burglar with a loud sound and draw attention to a room where a dangerous situation can happen.The light and sound security device, together with the sound of the siren, also sends a light signal. Since it is not always possible to properly hear where the sound is coming from, a siren with a light indication will indicate the side of a room where the alarm is triggered.

  • Availability of notification of jamming or encryption of communication with the network — in case of interruption of transmission with the control panel, users of the security system will be notified of signal interference.
  • The presence of a temperature sensor — supervisory siren operation on temperature sensors.
  • Compatibility with textures and types of control panels — new models of sirens can often be connected to the types of common security centres and GSM alarms.
  • Tamper protection — the siren's enclosure protection against tampering is essential for the covering. Tamper is a device, the presence of which ensures that when an attempt is made to open the siren, the siren will immediately turn on.
  • Support of the two-way communication — all information about the operation of the security system will be available on the central security unit.
  • Setting the sound power and duration of the security siren signal — availability to adjust the security system.
  • The ability to connect an external LED — allows you to scare off the burglars (in case of detection, for example, at the front door) and always provides a clear understanding of whether the room is on alarm.
  • The strength and appearance of the case — anti-vandal protection is crucial as well. Siren cases made of polycarbonate (plastic) or metal are considered durable. Such a coating is able to protect the body of the device from external factors and from intrusion.