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HKC self install

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  • #32
    KoolKid
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    5-6 years or more is not relatively old for sensors/contacts.
    Plenty of upgrades out there older than that working perfectly.


  • #33
    fred funk }{
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    As you know, after about 5 years sensors can start to go.


  • #34
    KoolKid
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    And as you know they can also be good for 10 years +.
    Unless your wanting to sell the customer something new ofcourse.


  • #35
    fred funk }{
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    KoolKid wrote: »
    And as you know they can also be good for 10 years +.
    Unless your wanting to sell the customer something new ofcourse.

    .....or unless you wanted to get some service calls to change dodgy old sensors.


  • #36
    KoolKid
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    Much more to be made if you were selling customers all new sensors after 5 years.
    Dont know anyone who would be recommending replacing sensors after 5-6 years. Easy enough to find the faulty ones if there's a problem.


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  • #37
    fred funk }{
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    As usual, it's turned into an argument with you. I'm out.


  • #38
    KoolKid
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    Just giving the OP some other options.
    Most installers I know, a good percentage of the work is upgrades. Not everyone wants to buy a complete new system every few years.


  • #39
    Blankety
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 174 ✭✭Blankety


    KoolKid wrote: »
    Also take a look at the GSD i1070. This will integrate with your Astec sensors and contacts and will give you the option of free apps and usage.
    If you want sim back up then it's €40 per year.
    Some more information in the sticky

    Thanks for the advice all.
    I changed the battery in astec, it has the battery error displayed for the last few months. Not sure if it was the cause of the issues but probably contributed to the recent instability. I agree that sensors etc could be starting to get dodgy they are about 9 years old.

    The astec panel I have has a dialer built in, is there any means to use something like an internet relay or RPi to reset the alarm remotely? Maybe use the sounder signal to trigger an email alert, I have a few RPi lying around.... I disconnected the phone line years ago.

    I know I'll probably have to bite the bullet and upgrade/replace the kit so don't shoot me for the perhaps silly questions.


  • #40
    KoolKid
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    Hi Blankety.
    There are ways to keep most of your existing equipment if you really want to.
    Here are a few scenarios.
    New Sensors & Contacts can be converted easily enough to work with your existing panel , keypad , bells etc.
    Existing sensors & contacts can be connected to a new panel/keypad & bells using the GSD i1070.I can't recommend you any other panel here as this is the only one that is designed to connect existing Astec sensors & contacts to.
    You could use a 2 wire interface to replace the internal/external bell . This would allow you to connect lots of different diallers etc by giving you a negative trigger to work with.
    With a dialler with an output you could link to a zone programmed as key for arm/disarm options. A bit complicated , but if you want to keep the panel & want a challenge its possible. Its up to you.
    Replacing the panel also opens up the options of apps and remote control over IP.
    GSD systems have the options of free apps & usage replying on IP only or at €40 per year including GPRS back up over an international SIM card.

    A lot would depend on what alarm events your getting & if they continue after the battery replacement.


  • #41
    Blankety
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 174 ✭✭Blankety


    KoolKid wrote: »
    Existing sensors & contacts can be connected to a new panel/keypad & bells using the GSD i1070.......
    Replacing the panel also opens up the options of apps and remote control over IP.
    GSD systems have the options of free apps....

    Thank you Koolkid, you have been very helpful, I missed the significance of using the GSD panel with it being backward compatible and giving the options for IP control. Why would I bother with a cobbled together RPi solution when an off the self one exists.

    I'll try to get a reasonable price now from a GSD wholesaler, probably few and far between - everyone seems to be reselling HKC.

    thanks again - great job.


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  • #42
    KoolKid
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    Hi, I was trying to cover all your options.
    GSD will happily put you in contact with companies in your area.


  • #43
    testicles
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  • #44
    altor
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    testicles wrote: »
    This post has been deleted.

    You missed the point :D:D:D

    www.altor.ie



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