Re: another newbie, what to do with this Brinks alarm system?

[t@xxxxxxxxx (Todd H.)]

"Crash Gordon" <webmaster@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> writes:

> Basically you throw out the alarm panel and the keypads and buy something
> else you can install your self. Everything else should be reusable although
> you might have to look for buried resistors if they put them at the end of
> the line and remove them.

Cool--this is sort of what I envisioned.   I did see in the alarm
panel a small pack of resistors just kinda sitting there hanging -- as
though it was something they used as piece parts for whatever reason.

When you say end of the line, you mean on the sensor end of the line?
And at the risk of asking what may be a FAQ, what purpose do these
resistors serve to the Brinks system?  (I'm new to the security system
hacking realm, but have a strong background in electronics, for
whatever that's worth).

Thanks to all who've responded!


Best Regards,
--
Todd H.
http://www.toddh.net/