摘要 |
<p>An intruder alarm system includes a number of sensors each of which comprises first and second series-connected resistances and a sensor switch connected in parallel with the first resistance. The first resistances of each sensor are different in value from one another, but their values are related in a known manner. The sensors are connected in series with one another by a connecting cable and to a constant current source. The voltage developed across the series-connected sensors is applied to a circuit arrangement operable to offset the effect of the total resistance of the second resistances of each sensor and of the connecting cable. An analogue-to-digital converter is responsive to the output of the circuit arrangement to deliver a digital output to an indicator which indicates the actuation of any sensor.</p> |