As the UK moves closer towards the shutdown of analogue PSTN telephone lines, security installers are being urged to act now to protect monitored alarm systems that still rely on legacy signalling.
With this in mind, HKC Security is advising installers to future-proof their customers’ estates with British Standard-compliant dual-path communication solutions designed for fast retrofit and minimal disruption.
Ian Moore, head of technical, HKC Security at HKC, explains: “The retirement of PSTN infrastructure will directly impact monitored intruder alarm systems that depend on analogue lines to communicate with alarm receiving centres (ARCs).
“Without an upgrade, these systems risk losing connectivity altogether, leaving end-users without monitoring or emergency response, and potentially invalidating insurance cover that requires compliant alarm signalling.”
Industry guidance recommends replacing analogue signalling with at least DP3-level dual-path connectivity.
Ian adds: “With the move to an all-IP network well underway, we are encouraging installers to engage customers early and plan upgrades proactively. By moving away from analogue dependencies now, installers can avoid future shutdown risks while delivering reliable, resilient security systems that will remain operational long after the PSTN switch-off.”
