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Types of communication

Alarm signals can be sent from our central to your system (and vice-versa) different ways. The four technologies offered are digital transmission, cellular transmission, Internet (IP) and DVACS. Here are the main features of each. Feel free to contact our experts to determine the solution best adapted to your needs and your budget.

Digital

The most economical basic solution is digital communication. The alarm signals are sent over standard existing phone lines. Should an alarm occur when the line is in use, the alarm signal has priority and is quickly sent to our central. However, should the line be cut, surveillance is interrupted. This type of communication is usually reserved for residential alarm systems.

Cellular

AlarmNet is a fast and reliable method that sends continuous alarm signals to our central using cellular technology. Cut phone lines will never affect your alarm system because the wireless signal always establishes communication. This ensures surveillance at all times.
AlarmNet is also fraud-proof because it does not rely on a vocal channel and therefore cannot be cloned. A double and redundant communication channel gives you a high level of reliability. Finally, AlarmNet transmissions are much less expensive than vocal channel communications. The equipment is inexpensive and can be linked to any control panel.

IP

Internet is now an effective and economical option for transmitting alarm signals. It is probably the most rapidly growing transmission method today!

There are many reasons for this popularity. First, Internet is very advantageous because installation is easy and the economical equipment is compatible with several remote surveillance systems already in place. Because Internet technology is highly accessible, this service is offered almost everywhere there is Internet access in Québec. This means that clients in outlying areas can also benefit from a reliable, effective and economical security system.

What's more, data sent over the Internet are totally protected. During transfer, they are encrypted under strict ULC standards that guarantee optimal security. Automatic two-way authentication gives additional protection.

Finally, the transfer of alarm signals over the Internet is a very simple solution: no need to change or modify the existing firewalls in your computer network. There is also no need to assign permanent IP addresses. In short, you have nothing to worry about.

DVACS

DVACS (Digital Voice Access Control Systems) transmission requires a telephone connection with Bell Canada. This connection differs from standard digital communication by its dedicated phone line and high level of security. With this method, our central monitoring station sends signals to your alarm system every 7 seconds. Should the phone be cut, the alarm goes off immediately. DVACS therefore ensures you a highly secure link that meets ULC security standards.