Scenario:
I've decided I'd like to invest in an alarm system in order to detect perimeter security, ie, doors and windows being open or closed. Might add a couple of motion sensors for likely entry points if glass was breached in order to gain entry.
Requirements:
All sensors and keypads have to be wireless. It is NOT easy for me to run wires (no attic, no basement).
Window/door sensors should include micro/mini models for aesthetic reasons.
Most obvious one: integrates well (ie, real-time sensor info) with Homeseer. The idea is to reuse the sensors for home automation tasks like HVAC events and lock events.
What I know so far:
I did some preliminary research and the Concord Alarm system seemed like a slam dunk (visited their website, researched types of sensors, costs, etc)... till folks on the forums mentioned they're out of business?? Why their website is still up is beyond me. So now I'm starting from scratch again and looking for ideas, insights, warnings, etc.
Thanks!
I've decided I'd like to invest in an alarm system in order to detect perimeter security, ie, doors and windows being open or closed. Might add a couple of motion sensors for likely entry points if glass was breached in order to gain entry.
Requirements:
All sensors and keypads have to be wireless. It is NOT easy for me to run wires (no attic, no basement).
Window/door sensors should include micro/mini models for aesthetic reasons.
Most obvious one: integrates well (ie, real-time sensor info) with Homeseer. The idea is to reuse the sensors for home automation tasks like HVAC events and lock events.
What I know so far:
I did some preliminary research and the Concord Alarm system seemed like a slam dunk (visited their website, researched types of sensors, costs, etc)... till folks on the forums mentioned they're out of business?? Why their website is still up is beyond me. So now I'm starting from scratch again and looking for ideas, insights, warnings, etc.
Thanks!
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