Alarm for Ground Floor Apartment

Macers · 02-09-2013 1:02pm #1

Hi folks,

I've read the comparisons for the alarm system i the stickies but just looking for your input to which you feel would best suit...?

I have a ground floor apartment pre-wired so only a panel required.

I don't require any sensors internally (basically just want the windows and doors alarmed).

Would like an alarm that SMS when the alarm is activated and possibly comes with a keyfob to disable?

Any opinions for a complete noob with no idea...?

KoolKid · 02-09-2013 6:23pm

I'd recommend Siemens SPC . It gives the option of using the wired & adding wireless if required.
I would always fit a minimum of one internal sensor PiR anyway. Its good to have a second line of defence & something to verify any alarm activations.

kub · 02-09-2013 7:35pm

Why a keyfob? A keypad is a lot safer as a keyfob can be lost.

Macers · 02-09-2013 7:37pm

kub wrote: »

Why a keyfob? A keypad is a lot safer as a keyfob can be lost.

Just handy - the parents use one on their house (Eircom Phonewatch)

KoolKid · 02-09-2013 7:55pm

kub wrote: »

Why a keyfob? A keypad is a lot safer as a keyfob can be lost.

A keyfob would be in addition to the keypad, not instead.
Keyfobs can be easily removed if lost.

Evolution1 · 03-09-2013 1:29pm

I'd recommend the HKC secure wave or as KK said the Siemens .
I'm assuming there's no wire for a motion sensor in the apt ?
You could use the HKC quantum kit €380-€390 you can have wired and wireless gear. (10 wired point id sensors)
A wireless outside bell.
You get two wireless PIRs .
A panel with a built in digi for SMS or voice calls .
2 wireless door window sensors .
A Keyfob with secure disarming ( you enter your code on the fob ) .
You could then use point ID wired sensors €19-€20 each to cover the other windows /doors .

This would work out cheaper then buying the gear (HKC secure wave and Siemens ) seperately .

Macers · 03-09-2013 2:24pm

Thanks for that - much appreciated!

There are no motion sensors wired internally in the apartment.

Where would one purchase this equipment in Leinster region?

Evolution1 · 03-09-2013 2:55pm

wescos electrical stocks HKC gear

KoolKid · 03-09-2013 3:09pm

HKC is sold pretty much everywhere.
Siemens is available in
REW
RWL
Northwood and Reliable
See the sticky for contact details.

altor · 04-09-2013 10:41pm

Evolution1 wrote: »

I'd recommend the HKC secure wave or as KK said the Siemens .
I'm assuming there's no wire for a motion sensor in the apt ?
You could use the HKC quantum kit €380-€390 you can have wired and wireless gear. (10 wired point id sensors)
A wireless outside bell.
You get two wireless PIRs .
A panel with a built in digi for SMS or voice calls .
2 wireless door window sensors .
A Keyfob with secure disarming ( you enter your code on the fob ) .
You could then use point ID wired sensors €19-€20 each to cover the other windows /doors .

This would work out cheaper then buying the gear (HKC secure wave and Siemens ) seperately .

I like your thinking but the 10/70 would be a better option.

drunkenbarney · 15-09-2013 7:27pm

Hi Macers

you don't say if you have a eircom landline. if you do a hkc 1070 would be your best option as it gives you a wireless option down the road. If you don't have landline, get the hkc 1070 or the UTC ats 1000 with a gsm module, you will get texts and be able to send sms messages to arm/disarm the system. the hkc is a more popular brand but the UTC is higher quality. cant vouch for the siemens I'm afraid but you won't go wrong as long as it is installed by a PSA licensed company. always a good idea to have at least one PIR as back up

Alarm for Ground Floor Apartment

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