When wiring a home security system there are a variety of different wiring types that can be taken advantages off. Using these in the right way not only improves the ease of installation but can also offer a range of other benefits.

Using Category 5 Wiring

Category 5 is a high-quality wiring solution that is used for voice and data transmission. It comes in twisted pairs which use two solid-core insulated wires twisted together to reduce interference. Cat-1 telephone wire is for POTS only and carries signals at less than 4 megabits per second. Cat-5 wire carries data at 100 megabits per second. Cat-5e (enhanced) carries data at 350 megabits.

Home-run Wiring and Daisy-chain Wiring

Home-run wiring solutions make use of a centrally located outlet box. This allows all connections to be managed from this point, in a “star” pattern. A daisy-chain wiring pattern runs a single wire or cable from the distribution panel to a series of outlets, like traditional plumbing or electrical service. Modern whole-house installations tend to be of the home-run type.