HTI+ Exam Cram™ 2 (Exams HTO-101, HTO-102)

Chapter 3. 3.0—Home Security and Surveillance Systems

Terms you'll need to understand:

• Remote access

• Bypass mode

• Quad

• ANSI/TIA/EIA-570

• Video switchers

• Passive infrared sensor

• Charge coupled device (CCD)

• Zone layout

• Hard-wired

• RJ-31x

• Glass break sensor

• Camera resolution

• Lux rating

• CCTV

Techniques you'll need to master:

• Connecting a quad switcher to a VCR and cameras

• Planning the installation of a smoke detector

• Identifying the location of a glass break detector

• Planning a security system zone layout

• Selecting locations for keypads

• Evaluating a wireless and hard-wired security system

• Selecting a proper password for a monitoring station

• Comparing the light sensitivity levels of various brands of surveillance cameras

• Identifying the components contained in a security ...