Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Magnetic Contact?
Most door and window contacts operate using an internal reed switch in conjunction with a magnet. Learn about door and window sensors and how they operate.
Do I Need Internet for a WIFI Camera?
A WIFI camera sends a live video feed to an interactive service platform using a WIFI internet connection. Learn more about WIFI security cameras and how they work.
Do Pets Set Off Motion Detectors?
A pet should not set off a motion detector if the device offers pet immunity and has been mounted properly. Find out how to prevent your pets from setting off motion sensors.
What is a PIR Motion Sensor?
Passive infrared (PIR) technology is the most common method for detecting motion. This involves looking for changes in infrared energy. Learn about PIR motion sensors.
How Do I Add a DSC WS4904P Pet-Immune Motion to a DSC Impassa?
The DSC Impassa has a wireless enrollment mode for learning-in wireless devices like theDSC WS4904P. Learn how to enroll a DSC WS4904P Motion Sensor with a DSC Impassa.
How Can I Tell if My System is Wired or Wireless?
There are a few distinctions between wired and wireless alarm systems. Wired panels usually have a metal case and an external keypad. Find out if your system is wired or wireless.
Do Cats Set Off Motion Detectors?
Animals can activate motions if they are able to get in their direct field of view. This is usually the result of a poor installation. Learn more about pet-immune motion sensors.
Do I Need a Phone Line for a Security System?
Alarm monitoring using a phone line is a generally discouraged practice. It is much better to use cellular connectivity or WIFI for monitoring. Learn more about alarm monitoring.
How Do I Setup a WiFi Security System?
A WIFI security system is an alarm system that uses WIFI to communicate with a central station and/or an interactive service platform. Learn how to setup a WIFI security system.
What is the Average Cost of Home Security Monitoring?
The average Alarm Grid customer pays $35 per month for alarm monitoring. This is for the Gold Plan which includes cellular monitoring. Learn the cost of alarm monitoring.
Most door and window contacts operate using an internal reed switch in conjunction with a magnet. Learn about door and window sensors and how they operate.
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Do I Need Internet for a WIFI Camera?
A WIFI camera sends a live video feed to an interactive service platform using a WIFI internet connection. Learn more about WIFI security cameras and how they work.
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Do Pets Set Off Motion Detectors?
A pet should not set off a motion detector if the device offers pet immunity and has been mounted properly. Find out how to prevent your pets from setting off motion sensors.
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What is a PIR Motion Sensor?
Passive infrared (PIR) technology is the most common method for detecting motion. This involves looking for changes in infrared energy. Learn about PIR motion sensors.
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How Do I Add a DSC WS4904P Pet-Immune Motion to a DSC Impassa?
The DSC Impassa has a wireless enrollment mode for learning-in wireless devices like theDSC WS4904P. Learn how to enroll a DSC WS4904P Motion Sensor with a DSC Impassa.
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How Can I Tell if My System is Wired or Wireless?
There are a few distinctions between wired and wireless alarm systems. Wired panels usually have a metal case and an external keypad. Find out if your system is wired or wireless.
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Do Cats Set Off Motion Detectors?
Animals can activate motions if they are able to get in their direct field of view. This is usually the result of a poor installation. Learn more about pet-immune motion sensors.
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Do I Need a Phone Line for a Security System?
Alarm monitoring using a phone line is a generally discouraged practice. It is much better to use cellular connectivity or WIFI for monitoring. Learn more about alarm monitoring.
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How Do I Setup a WiFi Security System?
A WIFI security system is an alarm system that uses WIFI to communicate with a central station and/or an interactive service platform. Learn how to setup a WIFI security system.
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What is the Average Cost of Home Security Monitoring?
The average Alarm Grid customer pays $35 per month for alarm monitoring. This is for the Gold Plan which includes cellular monitoring. Learn the cost of alarm monitoring.
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