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    Removing a circuit with security alarm - help?

    Hi, I have just moved into a new house and there is a security alarm that doesn't work properly and the trip switch of the circuit that it is on is just permanently down. I want to rip out the alarm and get rid of it as it is old and no good. Can I just remove the circuit from the Consumer...
  2. gazdkw82

    Dual LED security PIR suggestions

    Looking for a quality dual PIR security light for a friend's house. I've done some searches but they all look cheap and I don't recognize any of the brands. Any recommendations?
  3. D

    Electric shock from outdoor security cameras

    Hi there. I just bought this outdoor security camera kit from Amazon. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00WLJ38DO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 When wiring it up, I noticed that I got a small sharp shock when touching the small screws on the metal casing around the cameras. I...
  4. J

    Security Alarms info please

    Hi, I've been working in the electrical trade now close on 10 years. I have completed my Level 2 and currently working on 2365 L3 and NVQ Level 3. As I've always worked for other companies I don't know the answer to my question and maybe somebody can help me. What qualifications or authorities...
  5. F

    Security light flickering on and off and now not working

    I have quick question. One of our security lights started flickering on and off on the day we had that heavy rain. We switched it off and then back on the next day but now it doesn't work. As soon as u switch light ON, bulb comes on and then goes off after like 2 seconds. But then that's it. It...
  6. Marti

    Milenco Van Security Dead Bolts. Cheaper than ArmaDlock

    What are you guys using a additional physical security on on your vans? Assuming no-one is foolish enough to be relying on the OEM door lock and immobilisers. Being freshly minted, that is fleeced by various insurance and CPS bodies, I chose the DIY option and bought three Milenco Door Bolts off...
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    Cooper Menvier 9651 security alarm makes humming noise

    Our Cooper Menvier is only 4 years old and had its battery replaced because it periodically makes a loud humming noise that goes on for up to 40 minutes before stopping. It does this every few days, sometimes for a few days running. We called out the supplier and they changed the battery 4...
  8. J

    Security alarm and garage questions

    Hi everyone, I’ve not done much with security alarms , just about to install one in my new house and have a few questions. I’m building a garage at the back of the garden about 20 m from the house, my question is can I use a zone on the panel and run a cable to the garage for a door contact...
  9. D

    Security Alarm Install

    Hello am i right in thinking its ok to spur off a plug socket to FCU with 2.5 twin and earth the 1.5mm flex to the Security alarm panel ? am i right in thinking reason i want to do this is because there is no space in the CU
  10. R

    LED security light flashing

    Hi! Haven't posted here before but maybe you guys have some good advice. I'm on a job at the moment, they've given me an LED security light to wire in, I've never used one of these before, lo and behold it doesn't work. Derp. It lights up but flashes on/off about once a second. It's rated for UK...
  11. T

    Universal Vehical Security System

    Hi All, Im new here, I hope all is well, I have a few questions I hope some experts can answer for me as I am wondering what the functionality of these features might be on this security system. Someone broke into my car and broke my ignition key lock trying to start my car but did not succeed...
  12. S

    New member needs help, security/ fire alarm installers, maintenance/servicing

    Hi everyone hoping someone can point me in the right direction i have recently been approached by one of my clients who has a fire and security company that charges them a monthly subscription for ongoing servicing and maintenance, the client now wishes to use us and are looking for what we will...
  13. J

    Security Alarm recommendations

    First fixed for a security alarm about a year ago in my house and it's nearly time for second fix, I've only ever installed veritas r8's before, what do other people use? Are veritas a good brand as I have nothing to compare them to. I would like perhaps some phone app connectivity, the only way...
  14. M

    Help needed wiring led security garden light to outside.

    Help needed wiring led security garden light to outside. As you can see in pictures the electric wire is connected to this switch as seen in picture. I know the basic in wiring but i dont know why there is 2 electric wires. I have the 13a switch aswell 20180208 130848 - https://ibb.co/m2ZAox...
  15. Strima

    Internet Security, are you protected?

    Security is not a dirty word Blackadder... Vibrator manufacturing company 'collected users' data' | Daily Mail Online - http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-5345659/Vibrator-manufacturing-company-collected-users-data.html I would have never thought hacking would be an issue for these...
  16. Rob Argent

    Security Systems Engineer

    Hello Ladies, Gentleman, Fellow Sparks, I'm Rob Argent, New to the site, Former 15th edition electrician now last 18 years Integrated Security Engineer (MD) for Comstation Security Systems. Im based in Mid Kent and want to be a valuable asset to your tool box with anything regarding Alarms -...
  17. Glendale

    Security Company in Scotland

    Hi everyone, we are a company based in Scotland that can help to give advice on all security needs. We cover: Intruder Alarm Systems CCTV Systems Access Control Systems Fire Alarm System We are here to help and we are here to learn.
  18. T

    Basic security light wiring advice

    Hi, I would be very grateful for any basic wiring advice anyone could provide for a hi-lo pir security light if possible. I believe I need to put the one of the switched live cables into the section marked 1 along with the other main live wires and the other switched live into the section marked...
  19. I

    Security on an empty property

    Hi Just been given the job of rewiring an empty house.I usually take my tools home each night, but was looking at leaving them on site. Was looking for a system using cctv over a mobile network that would go to my phone if some one get in during the time its empty. Any one done this sort of thing?
  20. A

    Security Lights / Cameras

    Hi all, My garage is fed from a fuse on the CU in the house and then has another in the garage. It has 2 RCD's? one for lights and one for sockets. I have the security lights and they have the Brown +'ve, Blue neutral and Green/Yellow Earth. So the question is whats the best and...

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