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Hello. How do you replace an optima xm6 outside bell box. What would be a reasonable replacement and what connections would i find in the box...
Hello. I have an optima xm6 alarm. If i need to omit a pir zone the user guide is clear and it is easy. However, if i omit a pir zone and later...
Hello. Could anyone tell me how to remove this type of pir on an optima xm6 system. As shown in the attachment the pir has a hole underneath the...
I have a wireless texecom panel with v3.02 firmware, and I want to add a texecom ethernet connect unit but the panel has to be upgraded to version...
I've been seeing on social media the past few weeks that there have been a few attempted break-ins to people's property. Does anyone recommend a...
hi guys, looking for a bit of help on the above alarm, how do you setup the alarm so that you can turn off pir zones at night time. thanks in advance
We have a veritas R8 with remote keypad.
Currently there is the one pass number which allow users to set all/part of the system.
I would like to...
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I have a scantronic 9800 control panel with Aritech sensors.
One of the window shock sensors has a continual red led lit.
The system is around...
any fire alarm gurus about tonight? :smiley2::smiley2:
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I installed a Paxton mag lock door entry system for the first time yesterday.
My question is:
The magnetic itself felt quite hot after a short...
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I have installed a Galaxy G2-12, one door contact, one PIR. Very simple set up and it all works fine however it won't unset from the...
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I have recently rewired a 4 bedroom house in which i have installed 4 telephone points throughout the house as requested by the client. i...
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Got a customer who currently has an Enterview 3 system, 1 mag lock, 1 external unit and 4 handsets over 4 floors.
They want to upgrade to...
Just installed a load of Aico smokes for a customer in one of his rentals and he mentioned remote access to the system. Looking at Aico they have...
I have been reading all I can as we approach our build. I know what I want...programmable, accessible anywhere on smartphone, cameras as well as...
Does anyone know of an IP cctv camera that can be viewed directly from any browser such as Safari, chrome or Firefox NOT IE
I work in facilities management and I'm looking to clarify the rules for replacing fire alarm components like call points or door magnets.
Could...
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Can someone recommend a decent cctv system for a customers workshop. Lots of expensive gear in there and he’d like to keep an eye on it...
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I have installed HS342S honeywell alarm, alls good but, one wireless door sensor keeps showing low battery, I have changed it for a new...
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Can a roller shutter door be operated from two positions, inside and out?
There is currently a key switch outside and would like an...
What are recommendations for cost effective home alarm systems, WiFi / RF, and Nest/Google Home compatible as already have Nest Cams?
I have a Comelit 2103 unit installed (see pics) which id like to replace with a brand new 2703u unit. Can anyone assist and tell me where each...
Been having issues with a pair of linked Actulux SVM controllers.
If the fire alarm is triggered the controllers show 'Alarm' and the AOVs open...
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I've just got a texecom connect notification that 'A System Low Battery Alarm Occured'. I'm wanting to find out what this means? I'm a total...
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I'm trying to set up a Hikvision video doorbell to trigger a honeywell digital chime. I ran into an intermittent issue, where the power kit...
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Im after a system that has CCTV, Intruder alarm and door entry video system all in one, I want it to be app based
Any products...
My burglar alarm went off last night when it wasn't even set. When I went to Keypad it was showing TAMPER with a Red light.
I could not silence it...
I am being a little cheeky and posting a question which is not strictly electrical (in fact not at all electrical) but which I am sure you...
Hi, Is there a third party app that i would be able to connect to Paxton Net2 Entry via IP to be able to answer calls and trigger relays. As...
I recently done wiring for 4 channel CCTV with NVR. So i Install each CCTV with Cat5 Ethernet cable with 12VDC power supply. I connect all the...
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I have a problem with a premier elite 24 pannel that has just been installed. Its a small system with 1 keypad, 4 zones and a smart com. I...
Good afternoon! My family has a vacation house in the UK, but now due to the pandemic, we cannot get there. I am thinking about installing a...
Curious to know the changes, ----ed but not surprised, yet MORE outlay.
Thoughts?
We are using a Bell BL106-4 on the main door. Code entry to open the door, buzzers for each flat. Simple. Only now we want to add access control...
I am making a security door system with reed type magnet switch. I have tried it on my desk and it works. I can set the time to stay on for...
Hi all can anyone tell me if a 12v3.7amp battery is ok to use. In this panel thanks always used a 12v3.2 ampthanks guys
Da abacus key pad if anyone selling must be in good working condition fair price thanks guys the push buttons on mine have worn so looking to...
Hi all can anyone help please can’t set alarm says on Pannel Super fail have changed main battery in control panel also in pir. Still the same...
Screwfix doing a good price on this...
8 channel DVR kit
Anyone used them?
Ease of use?
Are the colour at night cameras as good as Hikvision...
Hi all, I just wanted peoples views on security cameras that don’t need Wifi, it is for someone who lives in a remote area and has no internet...
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We have had an Acenta G4 alarm fitted for 5 years. It has been fine until recently, however the keypad now appears to have failed...
Having to replace all the fixings in an empty flat for a landlord next week, and they also want the intercom changing - apparently the dirty brown...
At my place of work, some of the properties have D2 smoke & heat detectors. They link into a warden call system via relay base. We need to replace...
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We're a block of flats about to purchase some new external doors, and an intercom. Up to this point in time we've not had an intercom, and our...
Hi peeps, First time posting here
I've had a bit of a search for any previous answers but not found anything which surprises me.
I'm hoping the...
anyone know if i can get a replacement (panel or PCB). the Ideal used ID biscuits in detectors so it needs to be either an Ideal or compatible.
Hello,
I’m doing a kitchen extension rewrite for a customer and they’ve recently moved in with an existing alarm system in place. They have the...
I have a Hikvision DS-7608NI-K2 to play with but the owner doesn't remember the admin password. I've tried the default of 12345 but that's not...
Hi, does anyone have the set-up manual for the above over door dual sensor?
Many thanks, Freddo
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