MERCHANDISE SECURITY SYSTEM

Embodiments of the present invention are directed to merchandise security systems and methods for displaying and protecting an item of merchandise from theft. In one example, the merchandise security system includes a sensor configured to be secured to the item of merchandise. The merchandise security system includes a base configured to removably support the sensor and the item of merchandise thereon, a cable configured to connect the sensor to the base and further configured to define a sense loop therethrough for detecting a security event. One of a plurality of electrical contacts of the sensor is configured to engage a single electrical contact of the base when the sensor is supported on the base to establish electrical communication with one another for transferring power to the item of merchandise