Two innovative systems that will give you pieace of mind when in comes to making your home less tempting to intruders With security becoming an increasing concern among homeowners, many residents are looking for economical self-install solutions to increase the security of their properties.

With this in mind, security specialist Yale has developed a 'one-box solution to the complex world of CCTV, which is extremely quick and easy to install and operate, as well as being cost-effective.

The SVS1100 CCTV system utilises the latest wireless and digital recording technology, previously only available to the professional market at a much higher price tag. The system retails at under £200.

The kit contains a wirefree digital receiver/recorder and a colour camera.

The compact, wireless colour camera can be installed inside or outside a property. It is weather resistant and can be used at night. The cameras can be used free-standing or wall-mounted.

The slimline digital security recorder is plugged into a television set and can support multiple cameras. Live camera images can be viewed at any time by switching the television to the designated channel.

Dependent on personal settings, the system will automatically turn over to the CCTV channel ifa camera motion detector is triggered. In addition, the system will automatically record the activity on to the device s memory.

Additional SD memory cards can be inserted into the unit to increase the amount of memory.

A memory card will also enable the recorded images to be viewed and transferred on a PC, so they can be saved, e-mailed or burned on a disk.

Meanwhile, the days of fumbling around for your keys while trying to balance the handbag, shopping and control screaming kids are over with the launch of the ERA Locca remote key system for front doors.

Opening your door could not be easier - you simply click the stylish remote key like you do with your car, and the door will unlock from up to 50 metres away.

You can even let in known visitors from the comfort of the sofa, so do not need to miss a minite of your favorite television programme when the doorbell rings.

The ERA Locca is easy to install in any wooden door. It requires no electrical wiring - the wall unit simply plugs into the mains, but it also has a back-up battery.

The Era Locca costs from just £149.98 and is available from B&Q stores nationwide or your local locksmith.