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An update on Robert's cancer
From In May of 2006 I had surgery to treat an enlarged prostate. The doctor told me to be alert to pain, especially in the limbs, as this can be a sign of a blood clot. A few days after leaving the...
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Which wireless alarm system is best?
I am looking to install a wireless security system in my house. It is a ranch home built in the late 50's. It is about 3500 sq/ft upstairs and 2000 sq/ft downstairs. ~ 45% of the windows are casement...
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Package
Hi Tori, Mom is badgering me to e-mail you! Anyway - I heard your 2 messages- was out at beach fishing Mom was at Grandpa's -the usual. I was told to tell you I sent that BIG Package yesterday- so...
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X10 Security Console Delay/Arm
The first two DS7000 X10 security consoles I have owned allowed a 60 second delay arming when hitting the arm button at the console. I needed another unit because the battery backup stopped working...
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Chubb or ADT for Residential Installation - Opinions Please
I have two quotations for installing the idential number of sensors in my home (in Ontario, Canada) . ADT seems to have a better price considering their cell backup is less expensive as well as their...
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WTB: Smoke Detectors #2112/24ATR
Lightning has damaged the "initiating" relay of four 2112/24ATR's. Each of the four units exhibit the normal pulsing red LED. Each also sounds its internal horn when the test "button" is depressed....
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Thanks All for the advice!
As always this newsgroup comes through....Thanks for all the advice! I won't be attempting to interface the system now, and I'm going to try to convert the whole system over to 12v Napco FW-4W...
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Digital Age Telephone Vs Digital lost
A massive wind storm which saw winds up to 90 mph in Eastern Ohio and Western Pa. and at one point left 100,000 people with out power just in the Pittsburgh area and to make matters worse homes and...
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Interfacing AC Fire Alarm w/ Napco 3200
I have a 120v AC fire alarm system in my home that is currently wired independently from my 12vdc Napco security alarm system. Like most hard-wired fire alarm systems, when one head trips, all of the...
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DIY Alarm System Recommendation
I have a hardware/software development background and I am looking for a recommendation for a residential alarm system. I have a three-year- old home with a finished walkout basement. The first floor...
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safewatch Pro 2000
ASA - looking more info Doing an ADT take over of an Safewatch Pro 2000, Programming Form indicates that "local programming requires the use of a 2-line Custom English touchpad connected to the...
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"through" glass intercom
Looking for a simple (ie: cheap) intercom like this: things I've found in the US so far are from Telex and Norcon, all in the $500 - $2000 range. I'd prefer not to cut any glass, this isn't really a...
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Motion security lighting question
Is it possible to reduce the sensor detection angle down from 180 degrees? I would like to reduce (or block) one side about 50 degrees but do not know if it is possible or how to do it. Thank you.
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Radonics D7212 vs D7212B1
I am trying to connect to a Radionics D7212B1 panel using a D9133TTL-E network interface module and RPS which does not work. In order to get the network connection options in RPS, I have to select a...
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Wall Mount TV Questions Help-OT
Group, I would appreciate a little help from any of your experience and input. The location that I want to put a Wall mount TV in my Living room is above the ventless fire place. I am concerned about...
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