On-topic question...

Nov 22, 2007 21 Replies
M

...I know, what is the group coming to?



Before I just dive in and try this, maybe someone can answer me a quick question: would a DSC keypad perchance work with a Paradox panel?



I've recently "come into" an SP-6000 panel and figure I might as well replace the (relatively) ancient DSC PC1500 that came with my place (and maybe use it to replace the fried 1550 in my sister's place)... but will I need to replace my existing keypad? Do these panels use proprietary protocols with their keypads?



I'm guessing it probably won't work, but it's worth asking...


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RHC: No, it won't work. Only the line of keypads designed for the SP6000 will work with that control panel. Even the slightly older Spectra 1738 / 1759 keypads are not compatible with the new SP6000

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M

Alright, that's what I figured. Guess I'll be grabbing a keypad on my next stop by Burtek.

Thanks!

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M

Why would I care? I have a DSC system already.

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I have no idea. I don't think anyone actually had a "destination" in mind.

No, it's not (worth asking). Ya cheap prick... go out and get yourself a real system. Elk M1Gold. :-)

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"Guess I'll be grabbing a keypad on my next stop by Burtek."

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M

Yes. A Paradox keypad. For the SP-6000 I now have.

Go back and read the original message again.

In fact, let me help you out: "I've recently come into an SP-6000 panel and figure I might as well replace the (relatively) ancient DSC PC1500 that came with my place (and maybe use it to replace the fried 1550 in my sister's place)... but will I need to replace my existing keypad?"

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C

And ADI/Burtek sells Paradox? - don't think so.

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M

Well, that's where I got the panel from in the first place.

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Any more stupid questions?

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C

Doesn't appear on the line card I'm looking at jagoff.

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I'm not sure how much longer Burtek/ADI is going to be able to carry the Paradox line. I'm sorta waiting for that "shoe" to drop. :-)

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M

Perhaps... however, at this particular time, Burtek (at least here in Vancouver) DOES carry Paradox, and I have both the SP-6000 panel and Magellan keypad purchased from them to prove it :)

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C

Apparently it already has dropped at least according to the line card listing for US.

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Welp I guess we can play dueling images if you want, but since ADI bought Burtek...

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So what's your point? Are you saying I IMAGINED getting a Paradox panel and keypad from Burtek?

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I'm kinda wondering if we shouldn't stock up on my favourite Paradox motions before that "other shoe" drops. :-)

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Hey I was just trying to save you a trip, OK...sheesh how would I know you were in another country. Forgive me for trying.

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