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Posted: 9/29/2014 4:57:38 PM EDT
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I'm looking for some type of self-monitored security system for use in my home. I have no desire to deal with monitoring companies (even the decent ones like simplisafe), and I do a lot of embedded electronics work so I'm comfortable debugging problems/ hacking things together on my own.
I only have a couple of requirements for the system: 1. Can use the usual complement of reed switch/ glass break/ PIR sensors. Wireless is much preferred. 2. Cell-based alerts, preferably SMS messages. SMS or smartphone app arming/disarming would also be great. Does anything like this exist? |
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Yes.
Get a DSC or Honeywell alarm system. Then get a $90 Envisalink IP communicator. You will have full control from an iPhone, including alerts. If later you decide you want pro monitoring, it is just $10.30 per month average cost. Please note that the cost of the monitoring is generally more than paid for by discounts on homeowner's insurance. Self-monitoring smoke/fire alarms is not a good idea as you are already unconscious and dying of smoke inhalation or C02 poisoning. |
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Yes. Get a DSC or Honeywell alarm system. Then get a $90 Envisalink IP communicator. You will have full control from an iPhone, including alerts. If later you decide you want pro monitoring, it is just $10.30 per month average cost. Please note that the cost of the monitoring is generally more than paid for by discounts on homeowner's insurance. Self-monitoring smoke/fire alarms is not a good idea as you are already unconscious and dying of smoke inhalation or C02 poisoning. Very cool, thanks! It looks like they mention which Honeywell/DSC panels are compatible, as well. |
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