wifi security alarm system

Elk M1 Gold. You don't even "need" the computer...

I'm interested in hearing what else can you do with the M1XEP interfce. For example, could you send UDP packets (like the ASCII data used to other interfaces) when certain events happen or are you restricted to email/other protocols? What are the DO components which can use the M1XEP? You can use the ethernet port for programming the M1 correct?

thanks,

-jr

Frank Ols>

You're going to force me to buy one of these suckers and connect it to my system, aren't you?? :-))

I don't believe the hardware/current firmware will support sending UDP packets that you'll be able to receive. The unit is designed to communicate with listed Central Station hardware though. Some CS's support internet monitoring as an alternative to dedicated line or long range radio. AFAIK you can't use the ethernet port for programming the M1. You can access a "virtual keypad" and accomplish many of the tasks that a normal user would have control over through the regular hard-wired keypad. Any of the DO components you can access with the hard-wired keypad, you'll be able to access with the M1XEP. Hope this helps.

Frank,

It's either you or me.. and I don't have an M1 yet.. :-/ So, the M1EXP just basically gives you virtual keypad and the monitoring solutions? To use the software you would have to still have a serial link into the unit? That seems like a waste.

-jr

Frank Ols>>I'm interested in hearing what else can you do with the M1XEP interfce.

Heh...

Well get one!! I'm sure "old" Robert (and a few dozen other online stores) will be only to glad to oblige. :-)

And the ability to send you an email...

Just wait a little while... With Elk's reputation for providing "cutting edge" solutions, I'm certain the M1EXP'll be able to accomplish what you want in a few months... give or take a few more... :-))

You can setup custom strings for various events and send them to whichever port(s) you like, including any of the serial ports and the XEP. For more details, please specify what you'd like to accomplish.

The Ethernet port can be used to program the M1. Open the RP software and select network as the connection mode.

Yea. I know where to buy them...It's the wife who I need to convince. She's still complains about the pronto, and asterisk (the phone system)...

heh. Well, at least they are open to adding new stuff..

-jr

I'd like to write something which can interface with my phone system (running asterisk). Basically if I could get the M1 to send a packet of data according to a rule that would be ideal.. Then I can handle it from there. It would be similar to the commands which would be sent down a serial line, it's just that they would be bundled up in a UDP packet for some application to recieve. Instead of being sent to a specific serial port on the M1, it would be sent to an ip address and a port..

Cool. That is good to know.. When I get an M1, I'll surely get this adapter.. I need to get some structued wiring in the house first though.

-jr

I checked with ELK on this and it they indicate you can send ASCII strings via the M1XEP based on rules.

TTBOMK this is doable. Elk is good about talking to end users, even potential ones. Here's their tech number: 800-797-9355.

Hmm. You might also like to know that Elk also makes a structured wiring box which supports standard modules from several major players plus the M1 controller and accessories.

You can send ASCII strings without the need for the M1XEP. The standard RS-232 serial port (that's already part of the basic panel) will handle this.

Why not simply give him your dealer code and password??

Kewl. Haven't seen one of those. Is it anything like DSC's??

I suggest you read the gentleman's question. I quoted it below for your benefit:

"I'm interested in hearing what else can you do with the M1XEP interfce. For example, could you send UDP packets (like the ASCII data used to other interfaces) when certain events happen or are you restricted to email/other protocols? What are the DO components which can use the M1XEP? You can use the ethernet port for programming the M1 correct?"

The M1 does include a built-in RS232 serial port, expandable to 8 ports. However, the gentleman is interested in learning what things he can do over his network and/or the Internet.

ELK will give him his own password if he asks. Any posts he makes to ELK's forum will be listed as his -- not mine.

Have you seen DSC's product yet?

I suggest you read up on the M1XEP. It doesn't send ASCII strings.

Sure have!! We sell a bundle of 'em from our counter. ;-))

It's an Ethernet port. It will send whatever the M1Gold tells it to send, including ASCII strings.

True.

Nope. The M1XEP won't send ASCII strings to turn on lights, or operate other devices. It's strictly a gateway to a Java enabled remote keypad you can access over the internet and can be used to communicate alarms to a CS that's set up for internet monitoring as well. Read the freakin' manual.

The M1Gold will send ASCII strings over it's on-board RS232 port with no need to purchase any other add-on device to communicate with another computer or system capable of receiving them.