DIY Perimeter Alarm To Protect Your Home&Camp
Are you looking for an affordable and easy way to protect your home and camp from potential intruders? Then a DIY alarm system is the perfect solution. This system could give you the peace of mind you need to enjoy your vacations without worrying about intruders breaking into your home or camp. Read on to learn more about how to set up your own DIY perimeter alarm.
What is a Perimeter Alarm?
A perimeter alarm is an alarm system that is placed around the perimeter of your home or camp to alert you when an intruder attempts to cross the line. The alarm is designed to go off when motion is detected, or when an alarm trigger is activated. This type of system is ideal for homes and camps that don’t have expensive security systems already installed.
Things You’ll Need
- High-Gain Antenna
- Motion detectors
- Alarm control panel
- Loud speaker
- Drill
- Screwdriver
- Wire cutters
- Screws
- Weather-resistant housing
Steps to Install Your DIY Perimeter Alarm System
- Place your motion detectors around the perimeter of your home or camp. Determine the most suitable location for the motion detectors. For homes, a three foot radius from the entrance is ideal.
- Install the high-gain antenna. Make sure that it is placed in a place with good reception, and drill holes to secure it to the wall.
- Assemble the alarm control panel by connecting the speaker, motion sensors, and alarm control components. Secure all of the components with screws.
- Fit the alarm control panel into the weather-resistant housing. Drill holes and use screws to secure.
- Connect the motion detector wires to the alarm control panel. Use wire cutters to strip the wires and connect with the proper terminals.
- Place the alarm control panel in a location that is easily accessible yet not visible from the outside.
- Check that all of the components are properly secured and that the power and sound levels are set to maximum.
- Test the system by activating the motion sensors. The alarm should sound immediately.
You have now successfully set up your own DIY perimeter alarm system. This system will help protect your home or camp from break-ins, and ensure that you are alerted the moment anything is amiss.
