Getting Started With CHeKT Proactive Visual Security

by David Erickson

November 10, 2025

Key Takeaways

Focus on Proactive Visual Security: The CHeKT platform enables security companies to move beyond traditional video surveillance to deliver real-time, proactive video and alarm monitoring, which provides the situational awareness needed for effective deterrence and apprehension.
Required First Steps for Dealers: To get started, security providers must establish a CHeKT Security Dealer account. They can do this either by contacting a premier monitoring center reseller or by completing and submitting the direct “Become a Partner” form.
Recommended Hands-On Deployment Strategy: CHeKT recommends a two-step deployment process to build confidence: first, install your initial Video Control Panel in your own office for hands-on experience, and then install the next panel at a loyal customer’s home or small business.
Target Exterior Commercial Assets and Leverage Branding: For new sales, focus on small to medium commercial accounts with exterior assets that require proactive protection. Additionally, use the custom-branded graphics and videos CHeKT provides (with Professional and Premium plans) to promote your new visual-verified service and differentiate yourself.

Getting Started With CHeKT Proactive Visual Security

The CHeKT Proactive Visual Security Platform enables security companies to deliver real-time, proactive video and alarm monitoring using cameras. This site provides the resources and tools to design an effective CHeKT system. With CHeKT, visually monitored security offers the situational awareness needed to deter and apprehend criminals effectively. If you are ready to get started with CHeKT Proactive Visual Security, download our Solution Summary Brief for more details.

If you’re a security provider, this blog walks you through a few simple steps to establish your CHeKT Security Dealer account and purchase your first CHeKT Video Control Panel.

Alternatively, if you’re a consumer seeking a proactive visual security system for your home or business, contact one of our certified providers in your area using our interactive find a dealer locator.

Purchasing Equipment

The best way to get started with CHeKT Proactive Visual Security is by purchasing the CHeKT Visual Security Kit four-camera kit. Our key distribution partners below can supply all your CHeKT equipment

While many cameras with edge analytics work with the CHeKT Video Control Panel, not all provide equal performance. To ensure reliable video security and alarm zone detection, your must prioritize accurate detection. CHeKT cameras feature precise video analytics, prebuilt rules, an embedded 3W speaker, and active deterrent lights for visual and audible alerts. We recommend starting with the following system:

CKB308 with 4 CKIPC4MPT-12vDI Cameras
Optional: 15w IP Speaker for Automated and Live Remote Audio Broadcasts (CKIPS15w)

Please note: We restrict access to the CHeKT Online Store to our existing security dealers. However, all CHeKT equipment is available through the distribution partners.

Request Dealer Access

We believe that our customer experience is as amazing as our product. Therefore, this experience begins when you request a CHeKT Dealer Account. If you use one of the premier monitoring center resellers listed here, contact them; they will create your dealer account directly under their monitoring station profile. This step gives you instant alarm receiver connections and a single bill from the monitoring center.

Alternatively, if you’re a central station or would like a direct dealer account, complete and submit this Become a Partner form, and we will contact you to get you set up.

If you already have an account, you can log in here.

Training

Once you access the CHeKT Dealer platform, you’ll find a lot to explore. To ease yourlearning curve, we recommend watching our instructional videos and scheduling a training session with our support team. We want to help you get started.

Deploy

Hands-on experience is the best way to learn. Significantly, your confidence in designing, selling, and supporting the CHeKT system will grow after your first installation.

Begin by installing your first Video Control Panel in your office. You will find handling the device in a familiar setting highly beneficial. Next, set up a Video Control Panel at a loyal customer’s home or small business. This approach lets you see the benefits firsthand and gives your technicians a safe environment to build confidence.

Target Installation Opportunities

Talk with Current Customers: Review your current customers to identify suitable candidates for your first installs. Consequently, ong-time clients make ideal initial installations.

For new sales, focus on small to medium commercial accounts with exterior assets needing proactive video security. Remember that the CHeKT Video Control Panel, CHeKT Cameras, and CHeKT IP Speakers offer the most comprehensive solution.

Prioritize Exterior Asset Protection: Traditionally, exterior detection has been avoided due to high false alarms. With CHeKT, you can now offer a proactive video security system with automated visual and audible deterrence. Focus on securing exterior assets within a fenced area

Get The Message Out

Custom Dealer Branding: First, consider branding your new visual-verified service with a name that stands out to your customers. Promote this unique offering to differentiate yourself from competitors. Furthermore, as part of the Professional and Premium plans, CHeKT gives you custom-branded graphics and videos at no charge. Upon registering as a CHeKT Dealer, you receive a welcome email detailing these marketing benefits.

If you haven’t received this information, please contact us by phone +1 224-442-4358 or email customercare@chekt.com.

We look forward to partnering with you!

Conclusion

Prioritize Account Setup: The essential first step for security providers is to establish a CHeKT Security Dealer account, which can be expedited through a premier monitoring center reseller for instant alarm receiver connections and streamlined billing.
Start with Hands-On Experience: The most effective training is practical deployment; new dealers should install the first Video Control Panel in their office and the second at a loyal customer’s site to build confidence in design, sales, and support.
Target High-Value Opportunities: For new sales, the most suitable clients are small to medium commercial accounts that require proactive video security for securing exterior assets, a traditional pain point that CHeKT’s solution effectively solves.
Leverage Complimentary Marketing: Dealers should take advantage of CHeKT’s complimentary custom-branded graphics and videos (available with Professional and Premium plans) to promote their unique visual-verified service and quickly differentiate themselves in the market.

FAQ

Q: What is the main purpose of the CHeKT Proactive Visual Security Platform?

A: The CHeKT Proactive Visual Security Platform enables security companies to deliver real-time, proactive video and alarm monitoring using cameras, which provides the situational awareness needed to deter and apprehend criminals effectively.

Q: What is the recommended way for a security dealer to start getting familiar with the CHeKT Solution and purchase equipment?

A: The recommended way is to purchase the CHeKT Visual Security Kit four-camera kit. Equipment is available through CHeKT’s key distribution partners, as the CHeKT Online Store access is restricted to existing security dealers.

Q: What is the recommended two-step approach for a new dealer to gain confidence in deploying the CHeKT system?

A: The recommended two-step approach is:

Start by installing the first Video Control Panel in your own office to handle the device in a familiar setting.
Next, set up a Video Control Panel at a loyal customer’s home or small business to see the benefits firsthand and build technician confidence.

David Erickson

Vice President of Operations and Innovation – Problem solver, operator, and technology leader with deep experience building and scaling B2B platforms in the security and video monitoring industry. As VP of Operations and one of the inventors behind the CHeKT Proactive Visual Security Platform, has helped lead the company from early stage growth to multi million dollar revenue, national adoption, and acquisition.