Re: your feedback on DIY security alarm system

["IVB" <ivb@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

add the Elk M1EZ8 to your list of panels to check out.  For a great site to
review the Elk, check out www.cocoontech.com

I use the Elk M1 Gold. See my site below for the GUI software I use to
manage it.

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My Personal Website w/my Home Automation PC:
http://www.myhomeautomationpc.com, last updated 4/11

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"aerosmith" <aerosmith@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Hi,
>
> I am planning to purchase a DIY home alarm system and I was wondering if I
> could get your opinions about the alarm systems present here:
> http://www.intellahome.com/shop/bapacks.html
> Systems that captured my attention:
> - Ademco Wireless Ready Package
> - Ademco Plus PowerPack V20P
> - PowerMax Plus  Wireless System
>
> Here are my constraints:
> - Want to cover about 10 windows and 3 doors
> - Need a feature that has the ability to send alerts via. phone, e-mail
> - Easy to install (wireless most probably)
> - Price limit $350
> - Expandability (ability to monitor to about 30 devices)
> - Supports a couple of motion sensors
>
> Nice to have:
> - Access from the internet to the alarm system
> - Ability to send alerts to more than one phone number
>
> I am new to home security alarm systems but I have chalked down all the
> features that I like to see. I would really appreciate if you would please
> give me feedback on the systems that are present in the web page.
> I am open to alternatives.
>
> Thanks for your time.