have not idea whatRe: is wireless mature yet

[Robert L Bass <sales@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> $3-$7 for hardwire plus the added 30 minutes to an
> hour & a half per opening.  Wiring is not as cheap
> as you think...

For the DIYer hard-wiring the alarm system presents several
advantages.  First, it's less expensive since he doesn't have to
buy transmitters and a receiver.  Second, it's often more
reliable in the long run.  Third, it's nowhere near as likely to
become obsolete and unserviceable like the DSC you push.  Fourth,
There are not a lot of batteries to replace every so often.
Fifth, there are not a lot of funky looking plastic boxes at
every window and door.

> Add in the cost of the cable

An average run of 50 feet of cable costs about $2-3.

> zone expanders...

A zone expander will cost ~$7-9 per zone, depending on the model.

> and abused drill bits while you're at it.

You abuse drill bits?

> Wireless is actually more cost effective for the installing
> company because they can install three to four times
> the amount of systems than if they used hardwire...

Not only that but they don't even need any training or skill to
do it.  :^)

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Regards,
Robert L Bass

Bass Burglar Alarms
The Online DIY Store
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