Control Panels

The control panel is a necessary component of a security system.  Every system must have a control panel.  It is typically about 18" square in size, and it is normally mounted out of sight in a closet or basement.

The control panel is a metal box which contains electronic circuit boards, connections for wiring, back-up battery and system power.  It may be made tamper resistant with the installation of a lock, or may be secured using screws in the side of the metal box.

The control panel of a security system is usually referred to as the "brain" of the system.   All wires from the security systems peripheral devices, such as doors, windows, etc., are usually connected to the control panel.  If a door or window is violated, a signal is sent to the control panel which may activate an audible alarm or call the police via a central station monitoring center.