Re: DSC 5501 -> 5500 upgrade?

["Robo" <nospam@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

that's a great idea Bob.  You listening Rob Bass? your own diy newsgroup.
or you could just use alt.security.doityourself and would not have to start
your own!  of course some of us would still have to frequent your group to
correct your errors. ;)  you're welcome.

"Bob Worthy" <securinc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> <mikesus@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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>> The 5500 makes it very easy to program...   I have both the 5501 and a
>> 5500, and it has other advantages also.  For example, if you put a
>> sensor on your Garage door, you can easily see from the panel that the
>> garage is still open (you will need to set the panel to scroll open
>> zones...)  Otherwise, all you will see is a number.  If you end up with
>> a bunch of zones, it makes it very easy to see what zone is the
>> problem.  Additionally, you might want to check out the forum from the
>> store you bought your stuff from.  Here you will be lucky to get an
>> answer, and luckier if they don't insult you.
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> In your case, you are right. So........contact Robert L. Bass, the DIY
> guru
> and see if he can't set up a newsgroup specifically for the home burglar
> alarm handyman. That way you won't be bothering the alarm industry for
> free
> info. You should also buy all of your equipment from him. He has a great
> reputation with the BBB. Robert will be in his glory, as the "go to" guy,
> and you DIYers can compare notes about all your new accomplishments, which
> are on things we all have probably forgotten by now. Have a nice life
> Mikesus@xxxxxxxxxx E-mail your insults directly to Mikey, so he doesn't
> think we are bashing him in public.
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