Typical Issues You Might Encounter with Security System Jan. 2014 | Page 2
Avoid the worst possibilities before they ruin your personal security and comfort at home – have
you read a statement like this one in the manual of your security cameras? Obviously, it isn't clearly stated
in there as that's simply implied on the instructions to follow when fixing a particular issue or problem
with the said equipment. That means, then, that you should know beforehand the possible concerns as you
regularly use the device; otherwise, you'd never notice one until your property got stolen and nobody has
been caught by your system. So for your safety, it's very important to prepare yourself for these possible
issues and their corresponding solutions:
Incomplete Home Coverage
This is one of the most critical flaws in
many security systems. And the common cause is
using the brands or models which are of low-quality
and cannot assure of providing full security in the
area where it is placed. That could only be limited
to your door and few windows, and the possible
consequences of this are quite apparent to state.
Anyhow, you can avoid or fix this problem by
making device's reliability rather than affordability
as the priority. You should also ensure that the
remote home security you'll buy can cover all the
areas that you want to keep an eye to.
Using Easily-guessed Security Passwords
You are probably guilty of committing this mistake before, aren't you? Well, it has been noted as a
reckless habit of many homeowners. That's why you should ensure that the password you'll use for security
purposes cannot be easily guessed. As to the solution if you're having concern on this, the best initiative is
sharing the password only to trusted people and refraining from leaving it written down anywhere. Also, it
would be safe to resist making the password relevant to your personal information as it can be guessed by
someone who knows your background.
Poorly Maintained Equipment
Security failure could be caused by either poor maintenance or improper calibration. This could
particularly result to a useless home wireless security equipment as when the sound sensors may ignore the