HKC, a leading manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions across the UK and Ireland, is pleased to announce the launch of its new 4G-WiFi Dual Path Communicator, providing HKC’s alarm panels with an ultrafast connection to the SecureComm Cloud.
The SecureComm Cloud offers installers an easy way to take control of a HKC security system, and the 4G-WiFi Communicator will ensure the alarm panel has an even faster, smoother and more robust connection to the Cloud for more effective system monitoring, remote operation and data transfer.
Stay connected with HKC
HKC’s previous communicator operated on a 2G band, which had a limited data transmission. As the telecoms infrastructure evolved across the UK, and 4G became a more widely adopted network, this prompted HKC to update its Communicator range.
By leveraging a 4G connection in the new Dual Path Communicator, installers will be able to access, and remotely operate, their customer’s alarm system even faster in case of emergency or fault at any time of day.
Should the 4G network experience an outage, the 4G Communicator has 2G and Wi-Fi fallback to ensure the connection isn’t lost, and customers don’t feel the effects of the outage. Pre-fitted with a 4G modem and a World SIM Card, plus a Wi-Fi module, remotely monitoring and accessing a HKC alarm panel has never been quicker.
Upgraded features for existing alarm panels
Elsewhere, the 4G-WiFi Dual Path Communicator possesses jam detection to protect against thieves who may attempt to disrupt security systems with a signal blocker.
The 4G Wi-Fi World SIM card supports instant Internet Protocol (IP) signalling to all major alarm monitoring centres, while installers can remotely access the alarm panel through the Smartlink700 PC or Smartphone app to programme, maintain or upgrade the panel’s software.
The 4G-WiFi Dual Path Communicator plugs directly onto the HKC Quantum70 and SW10270 panels, so there is no requirement to replace any homeowner’s existing systems – a simple firmware upgrade is all that’s needed. An offboard antenna also offers an enhanced connection in low signal areas.
Ian Moore, Product Manager at HKC Security, said: “We are constantly looking for new ways to improve and upgrade our product offering in line with advancements in telecommunications and connectivity.
“To enable installers to provide the best experience to homeowners and future proof security, we have developed the 4G-WiFi Dual Path Communicator for intruder protection with next-level reliability.
“By switching to a 4G connection, installers benefit from even faster access to their customer’s alarm panels to manage, update and monitor. End-users can also benefit from the assurance that their installer is able to remotely access their alarm through the SecureComm Cloud with minimal risk of network disruptions and a robust, secure connection to our fully monitored cloud infrastructure.”
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