| 摘要 |
<p>A wireless security alarm system providing reliable two-way communicati on between a base unit and a plurality of peripheral devices, including both sensors and alarm indicators, which may be implemented into a corded or cordless telephone or as a stand-alone system. The system of the invention provides a large number of channels for monitoring both intrusion and environmental conditions, and can include emergency dialing capabilities for the elderly or small children. A monitoring service can monitor the premises, an d upon detecting an alarm condition to process audio and/or video data allowing the monitorin g service to watch and/or listen to events occurring within the premises and dispatch an appropriate emergency response, and to communicate with persons within the premises duri ng an emergency. The peripherals used in system of the invention can be configured through the base unit and automatically or remotely reconfigured if the controller detec ts attempts to tamper with peripherals or jam the signals to the base unit. The main controller serves as both a multi-function telephone and the central processing unit of the alarm system. An LCD display displays system status and other desired indicators, and the telepho ne keypad is used for data entry and activation or deactivation of thealarm system (optionally with a separate key fob remote control). A cellular, pager or two-way radio connection backu p may be provided in case of sabotage or failure of the telephone line. Connection to a local or remote personal computer is also available.</p> |
