Re: DIY Burglar Alarm and Video Security

["Sue Odom" <sodom@xxxxxxxxxx>]

I was thinking the same thing, but then I visited their website, and they
don't list Ademco, which seems to be the "tried and true".  I don't want a
Ronco or Acme control panel.  Do you agree that Ademco is a "tried and
true"?  That's what we have in our house, and it's simple to program, I
really like it.  No problems with it in 12 years.


"Crash Gordon®" <webmaster@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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It will end up cheaper at a local alarm supply...you won't pay shipping on
heavy wire or tax if you have an account there.


"Sue Odom" <sodom@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Hi guys,
>
> I really enjoy reading your bantering.  It's good fun.
>
> My boss is remodeling his house, and it's time for him to pre-wire for
> burglar alarm and cameras.  I told him I'd help him out 'cause I'm
somewhat
> familiar with them both, although I'm not up to speed on the latest alarm
> equipment.  Anyhow, can you recommend where we might go to purchase the:
>
> 1) camera wires
> 2) alarm wire
> 3) control panel, keypads, siren, switches, etc. (and please, recommend a
> good panel for a 2 story, 2300 sq ft home)
> I still don't know if he wants fire or not, but might as well figure he
does
> 4) either a PC DVR card OR just a standalone DVR with digital recording,
> preferably with built-in webserver but not absolutely necessary
>
> We are in San Diego.  We have the Alarm Center.  But I was wondering if
> something online might be cheaper.
>
> Also it would be nice if I knew the wire gauge requirements, I suppose
that
> would be in the installation manual?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Sue
>
>