Hello All
I'm looking for any input on the
Protector Plus system or any brands for
that matter. Just moved in to a new house
and will be putting in some sort of wirless
security sysmt soon. The x10 prices seem
great but do they sell quality products ??
Thnaks for any information.
Jerry
I had the same questions before I
purchased the Protector Plus system,
there seemed to be little
information/reviews about the system out
there. I decided I would just go for it and
return it if it didn't meet my standards. I've
had the system for a few months and it
does it's job well. No problems at all. I've
even expanded the system to protect the
whole house instead of just the
downstairs. The only thing I don't like
about the system is that you can shut off
the alarm at the base with out a pass
code. If someone broke in, they could find
the base (or remote) and shut off the
alarm. Considering the cost, you really
can't beat it. ADT gave me a quote of
$1500 to do half of what I've done for
around $200.
Yeah I thought it was a little cheap, but
when I recieved my order in the mail, I
couldn't believe the quality. The stuff is
excellent, and the fact that it's cheap is
even better. I definietly reccomend this
stuff. You have 30 days to return it if
you're not happy, anyway!
This is a re-post from a reply I gave someone
else:
System works fine for a $100 starter system.
smarthome.com has a wireless system ( 73902 )
that has a few more bells and wistles, but
your going to spend $250 for the starter kit.
The features the 73902 has that I like is
being able to arm/disarm via a phone call,
plus its supposed to be good for up to 600ft
range with the sensors, opposed to the " 100
ft " the X-10 system allows ( 100ft line of
site. Considerably less going through walls
). X-10 is a 16 zone and the 72903 is a 30
zone. 72903 also has a 2 way voice system
and optional smoke alarm.
I spent $219 and got:
DS7000 7 piece system
Plus:
3 key chain remotes
1 motion detectors
6 door/window sensors
3 Large Powerhorns
2 Security decals ( big deal )
4 year replacement warranty ( supposed to be
no questions asked replacement, cost was
$39.99 )
Then I took the $22 in X10 bucks they gave me
after the initial purchase, and got the wall
mount ( $10 ) and an extra lamp modual (
$12.99 ). Cost me $5.90 for shipping and .99
cents for the 2 items.
To buy the same in the 72903, I would have
spent $850 ( going by thier advertised
prices. So less bells and wistles with the
X-10 system, but saved me $600.00
X-10 runs deals all the time. Make sure you
get a system while on sale. Mine consisted of
getting 3 for the price of one for the
remotes, sirens and door switches. The Basic
7 piece system also included a bonus of 3
switches, 1 motion detector and 2 decals ( I
think it was )for the $99. If the sales
person you call cant do you a great deal, ask
to speak to the home office sales. Thats how
I got the better deal ( the 3 for one prices ).
Also, do a search on Ebay for " X-10 ". Price
your items out there also. Some great deals
on ebay from X-10 dealers. I didnt go with
ebay becuase I also wanted the 4 year
warranty. Our family is kind of rough on
remotes, so I figured in 4 years we would get
close to what we paid for the extended
warranty, just on remote replacements. If
anything else went kaput, we'd be ahead of
the game.
Hope this helps....
Jim..
Thanks for the help I thing I'll give x10
a shot. Thanks for the reply's
Jerry
Is there a keypad remote to disarm system
from outside, so I don't have to always carry
keychain remotes?
No, but for me there is. :)%
Made it myself.
Do you realize you replied to a THREE YEAR OLD Thread?
Is that the Necropost of the year?
Quote from: Dan Lawrence on June 24, 2008, 04:02:54 PM
Do you realize you replied to a THREE YEAR OLD Thread?...
...and that the original person that started the topic hasn't posted anything since November 15, 2004.
But it is good to know :)
Some here just go phyco when someone makes a goof. ::) :'
Quote from: Jimmer on June 25, 2008, 10:49:07 AM
But it is good to know :)
Please explain what part of the thread is good to know... I prefer not to guess and I'm not sure what part you are referring to. Thanks.
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 24, 2008, 01:40:13 PM
No, but for me there is. :)%
Made it myself.
ask him how he made it.
Quote from: Dan Lawrence on June 24, 2008, 04:02:54 PM
Do you realize you replied to a THREE YEAR OLD Thread?
Is that the Necropost of the year?
Ok your searching looking for that information and poof you find it and there is no reply. That night you have nightmares , is there a keypad. Gosh what up!!!
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Ok your searching looking for that information and poof you find it and there is no reply. That night you have nightmares , is there a keypad. Gosh what up!!!
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Sorry, my babblefish could not translate. Please post in English.
BTW, HOW did you make the keypad. Posting such a project would gain you some credibility here.
I dont feel a need to but I will post pictures of the finshed product. rofl
Why would you not want to tell someone how to make it. Thats why we have these fourms! and why you have your chat " To help people"
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 25, 2008, 08:47:54 PM
I dont feel a need to but I will post pictures of the finshed product. rofl
Believe me, we here at the forums would love to know HOW YOU made this, not just some photos (how do we know you are being honest with us) We'd love to have some empirical data.
I will video tape it. Thats proof, or better yet I will give you my address and you can stop by for a drink and a KICK. -:)
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 25, 2008, 09:29:13 PM
I will video tape it. Thats proof, or better yet I will give you my address and you can stop by for a drink and a KICK. -:)
Unfortunately, a video proves that YOU MADE this no more than a picture.
OK I will show my profile in the page and show it in action don't forget I am a installer and I am Cisco certified. Forget it I dont want to, if you dont beleve I made it them you wont atempt to make it. Anyone that wants to know info log into my chat.
Zach1234. I would really like to see it and know how you did it. But if you are afraid of someone making it them self's cause you want to use it on your install jobs that's fine to.
Just a kind word and not trying to be "Rude" its not really a nice move to get people to your chat by saying that's the only way you will show them.
I don't want to take liability.
Fair enough I guess ???
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 25, 2008, 10:45:57 PM
I don't want to take liability.
Ok sorry I have to say......If you make them and use them on install jobs there is more of a liability in that then to post on how you did it.
but like I said before fair enoiugh and I won't post about it again.. rofl
Its olny on my house.
Zach1234: If you will only share your knowledge/experiments with people who visit your chat room, then maybe you should not be posting statements here with the intention of luring them to your place.
It is not in the best interest of the Community to say you have a unique home automation product that you built and have no plans of sharing the details.
AGAIN AND FOR THE LAST TIME!!!! I am NOT going to take liability for trial and error. I am not going to share it until I am sure it works. It has to be hardwired between the consul and outdoor keypad.
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 26, 2008, 12:06:36 PM
AGAIN AND FOR THE LAST TIME!!!! I am NOT going to take liability for trial and error. I am not going to share it until I am sure it works. It has to be hardwired between the consul and outdoor keypad.
Thanks looking forward to seeing it in the future
I have to see what insurance I need to get.
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 26, 2008, 12:06:36 PM
...I am NOT going to take liability for trial and error. I am not going to share it until I am sure it works. It has to be hardwired between the consul and outdoor keypad.
That's most likely a wise idea. I believe many had thought from your original post that you already had a working device that might be useful to others. If you get it working reliably, it sounds like there is a lot of interest in it.
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 26, 2008, 12:06:36 PM
AGAIN AND FOR THE LAST TIME!!!!
The next time you have to urge to yell at members of the forum, at least have enough respect to read their posts as well your own previous posts.
I am trying a Wireless Idea first but I am planing on releasing the directions soon, I am planing on selling the finshed product for 10.00 that includes shipping too ;) for people that JUST WANT IT. I have to wait till I get the Sentinel Demo back up.
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 25, 2008, 10:45:57 PM
I don't want to take liability.
Quote from: Zach1234 on June 26, 2008, 12:06:36 PM
AGAIN AND FOR THE LAST TIME!!!! I am NOT going to take liability for trial and error. I am not going to share it until I am sure it works. It has to be hardwired between the consul and outdoor keypad.
How much liability could fall on you? We have no way of tracking you down if this thing blows up on us. I'd think that the liability would fall on x10 and not you.