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Security system having event detectors and keypads with integral monitor

US6163257A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 29, 1997
Grant dateDec 19, 2000
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Expiry dateOct 29, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG08B13/19695
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A security system includes cameras disposed for activation by components of the system to record images of activity detected by the components. The system responds to a keypad and/or communications from a public switched telephone network to present the images for viewing. A system according to the invention supports visual verification of false alarms, tracking of arrivals and departures and recording those who arm and disarm the system. Visual verification also can be used in connection with remote notifications or authorizations of entry to the secured area.

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