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Security: A Guide to Security System Design and Equipment Selection and Installation, second edition is the first comprehensive reference for electronic security systems. In eight chapters, it guides the reader through selection, installation, testing, and maintenance of security equipment in 35 categories, from interior and exterior sensors to security systems, The uninformed purchaser, the security-conscious manager, and the novice security practitioner will find that this book demystifies the "black art" of security systems design via clear descriptions of operation principles and extensive practical advice. The more knowledgeable reader will find a unique reference and compendium of information usually found in many separate sources. Each device explained in this book is broken down into sections covering its principles of operation, uses, applications, equipment types, and advantages and disadvantages. This important reference outlines the data objectively, enabling the reader to independently make informed judgments about competing bids or proposals, compile a brief, and design or maintain a security system.Neil Cumming is a partner at Dodd, Cumming, and Love, Consulting Engineers in Plymouth, England. As Projects Manager for all security projects, he is directly responsible for the design of all security systems from inception to completion for a variety of clients. In this role, Mr. Cumming has designed and supervised the installation of security systems on private and military sites throughout Britain and the Middle East. Starting working life as an apprentice electrician, Mr. Cumming later studies at the City University, London, earning a degree in Building Services and Environmental Engineering.It is a comprehensive reference for electronic security systemsGuides the reader through all aspects of electronic security systems from selection to maintenanceUses detailed descriptions of operations principles and practical advice to make the use of security systems easier to understand Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Butterworth-Heinemann; 2nd edition (August 4, 1994)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 352 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0750696249


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 41


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.79 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.48 x 0.64 x 10.97 inches


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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2018 by Grigory Kashkin

  • Five Stars
Ditto, this book helped get the SC burglar alarm license.
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2015 by Nathaniel Simmons

  • Security: A Guide to Security System Design and Equipment Selection and Installation, 2nd Edition
This book was published 15 years ago in 1992. Like all technology, security system design and equipment improves at a dramatic rate (on a yearly basis). The information in this book is not relevant to today's available technology. There are better resources out there.
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2007 by M. Murphy

  • Good read with plenty of detail information regarding security systems.
What I liked about this book is that its detailed and has good current and historical information about the security industry. Some of the information about detection devices is out dated but it gives you a good perspective on what the past trends in the security industry was like. Now items like glass break detectors and PIR and dual sensors are a main stay in the industry. I purchased this book for the Florida state alarm exam along with a bunch of other books. I took the online prep course with Steve Dale at Power Learning Systems. That helped a lot. I don't believe I would have passed this very hard exam without taking this course. Also, you need to get all the state approved reference books because the exam questions are from every book that is listed on the state website. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2011 by 911alert

  • Security: A Guide to Security System Design and Equipment Selection and Installation, Second Edition
I teach Electrical Contractor exam preparation classes for the NJ State Licensing Exam I could not believe it when I saw the book's publishing date of 1992. A book about any kind of electrical and/or electronic products that is 16 years old is obsolete. The basic principles may still apply, but it certainly is way out of date due to the advance of technology. I feel like I threw $80 out the window. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2008 by T. Pernal

  • I purchased this book because it's a recommended book for the South Carolina Low Voltage License
I purchased this book because it's a recommended book for the South Carolina Low Voltage License. It's painful reading. Like the other commenters said it's more of a history lesson. I can't believe this is a recommended book for any low voltage license test.
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2015 by Dennis Mock

  • Limited interest for US readers
10 years is a long time in high technology, and alarms sytems are based on high technology. So this book is now of mainly historical interest and for background reading. Compounding this issue for non-UK residents, is the fact that the book was written in the UK, by a UK engineer about UK alarm sytems. These differ quite significantly from those used in the USA. There are different regulatory standards and quite different customs and practices. When published, the book was an exceptionally useful volume and it highlighted for me the mystery of why there was no equivalent in the USA, nor is there today. Mr. Cumming should update his book and someone in the US should take it as a model for a book about US alarm systems. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2002 by Glen M. Greer

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