Common wiring mistakes
Use these pages to avoid design, cabling, power and documentation mistakes before installation starts.
20 Common CCTV Wiring Mistakes
Avoid common CCTV cabling, PoE, NVR, storage and handover mistakes.
15 Common Intercom Wiring Mistakes
Avoid intercom wiring mistakes involving 2-wire systems, IP systems, locks, relays and monitors.
15 Common Access Control Wiring Mistakes
Avoid reader, lock, REX, contact, maglock and fire-release wiring mistakes.
15 Common Alarm Wiring Mistakes
Avoid alarm panel, sensor, siren, strobe, tamper and zone documentation mistakes.
PoE Wiring Mistakes That Cause Cameras to Drop Offline
PoE wiring issues that cause intermittent IP cameras, bridge links and network devices.
Door Release Wiring Mistakes
Common mistakes with electric strikes, maglocks, exit buttons, relays and power supplies.
Outdoor Cable Mistakes
Avoid outdoor cabling mistakes involving water, UV, surge, conduit and junction boxes.
Cabinet Labelling Mistakes
Avoid rack, patch panel, switch, NVR and cabinet labelling mistakes.