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Carbon monoxide detector (co2 detector)
A device that detects the presence of the carbon monoxide (CO) gas in order to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. CO is a colorless and odorless compound produced by incomplete combustion. The device is designed to measure CO levels over time and sound an alarm before dangerous levels accumulate. This gives people adequate warning to safely ventilate the area or evacuate. Some system-connected detectors also alert a monitoring service that can dispatch emergency services if necessary. .

CCTV camera
CCTV also known as closed circuit television camera. To use a CCTV you need a camera. The camera captures the picture that will be transmitted. Today’s cameras can recognize if a moving object is a walking person, a crawling person or a vehicle. It can also determine the color of the object. .

Closed circuit television (CCTV)
Is a visual surveillance system used to monitor a variety of environments. CCTV systems may operate continuously or only when required. The picture is viewed or recorded but not broadcast. Often used as part of a home security system. The system may involve a fixed communication link between camera(s) and monitors.

Control Panel
A tool in the operating home system (such as a security system) which access is permitted in order to allow settings to be changed. The security control panel is flat, usually vertical, where the control and/or monitoring are displayed.