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No one is completely safe from becoming a victim of intrusion.
As a result, everyone needs some type of home surveillance system to protect themselves, their property and their loved ones. Here’s the overview breakdown with the pros and cons of each system we discuss in this guide.
DropCam Pro by Nest
This product is a Google product with all the high-tech programming that Google is known for but has recently been acquired by Nest. Check Out their Facebook.
Pros:
This is a camera that you purchase outright for approximately $200 (Amazon price). This means no monthly fees, monitoring fees or contracts to use it as you wish.
- Only camera on the market with Dual Band Wi-Fi
- High-Def. video live streaming 1920 x 1080 full motion pxl
- Night Vision with 8 infrareds nearly invisible in daylight
- Bluetooth LE integration, iOS and Android apps
- 130-degree field of vision
- 8X Digital Zoom
- 360-degree swivel base with fold-down option for install any direction
- “Home Location” set up tells DropCam Pro when you are at home and notifications will stop – if you want them to
- New set up targets specific motions to eliminate you and your pets as part of the expected people in the home
- Instructions for set-up are on a post card
- All updates go to all DropCam users regardless of when purchased
Cons
- Cloud video storage is $9.95 month with 24/7 recording for you to view any time
This is your only monthly expense. When compared to other security systems, this is a drop in the bucket. None-the-less, if you have 4 cameras, the price is $39.80 a month for Cloud Recording.
Best Suited for:
- Those with reliable Wi-Fi service in area
- Renters
- Military who may be reassigned to a new duty station
- Homeowners with a credit score of 700 or less for the last 6-months
- Those who want to circumvent a middle-man to alert them to an intrusion
- College Dorms
- Roommate situations
- Live-in service people who want to protect their space
- Those who have already had a break-in
- Those who need some surveillance within 2 or 3 days while waiting other systems to begin operating
- Those who wish to supplement other security services if they should be compromised
- Those who wish to cover exterior buildings – sheds, garages, barns
- Those who wish to cover open areas of property that are blind to other systems
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FrontPoint Security Services
Of the professionally monitored security systems, FrontPoint has the highest customer satisfaction rating plus a continuous A+ Better Business Rating for more than 30 years.
Pros
- All 3 plans include burglar, fire, smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring
- All 3 plans include flood and water leak monitoring
- All 3 plans include medical alert and monitoring
- No landline telephone service is required
- No permanent equipment installation
- The $50 plan includes choice of video camera style with high def and night vision, live streaming, thermostat for Z-wave and automated door locking device programmable for up to 99 different users
- Only service with outdoor wireless camera option
- Excellent comments from public on FrontPoint Facebook site with 32K+ likes
- 30-day trial period before contract becomes permanent
Cons
- Cost for additional sensors and cameras is not listed on site
Best Suited for:
Because there is no need to attach equipment to the building, this wireless security service is a great option for:
- Renters
- Military
- Mobile Homes
- Home owners of all community types
FrontPoint Security Service Plans
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| Monthly Cost | $34.99 | $44.99 | $49.99 |
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Protect America
With ADT as the parent company, Protect America has sufficient financial backing to ensure that they will not be going out of business any time soon. That said, they only have a Better Business Bureau rating of A- due to the comparatively high customer complaints. Some customers have informed BBB that it takes a long time to get resolution.
They have 9.442 followers on Facebook and comments seem to be mostly “thank you for getting my system running again”. That may indicate that there are lots of customers with system problems or that they have good tech support.
Pros
- Silver, Gold and Platinum plans offer more window/door sensors than any other system including the parent company’s offerings
- Offer a trade option for some parts – change a motion sensor to a window sensor
- No upfront fees – installation and equipment – to sign the contract
- National call centers shared with ADT
Cons
- Fire, smoke, medical and carbon monoxide equipment and monitoring are extras
- Z-wave technology and equipment is not included in any package
- No video camera is offered in any package and they charge up to $15 month per camera if you add it on
- According to their contract, the stated plan price is only an estimate and it could be more after extras, taxes and shipping are included
- According to their contract, the monitoring service price indicated is an estimate and monitoring for extras added to the contract will raise their fees
- Contract begins at date that equipment is shipped not when it begins being monitored
- Difficult to cancel contract or return equipment
Best Suited for:
- Renters with own fire, medical alert and carbon monoxide equipment in home
- Apartments and multi-family complexes
- For those who have experience with setting up wireless integration following written and video instructions
- Home owners who do not want to leave their system behind when moving
Protect America Service Plans
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| Number of Sensors | 3 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 15 |
| Monthly Cost | $19.99 | $35.99 | $37.99 | $39.99 | $42.99 |
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LifeShield by DirecTV
Evaluating LifeShield’s quality of equipment and service is difficult since the monitoring is outsourced to Guardian Protection Services. LifeShield is not accredited with Better Business Bureau and their Facebook page has ~25,000 likes.
Pros
- Offers 2 packages at competitive prices
- Choice of DIY or Professional installation service
- Monitors your existing fire, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors without additional monitoring fees
- Smallest plan includes 4 door/window sensors (36 months @ $40)
- Larger plan includes 6 door/window sensors plus interior video camera (36 months @ $50)
- Uses both telephone landline and DirecTV internet line
- Cellular service also available on request
Cons
- Does not support Z-wave technology or attachments
- No recessed sensors available yet for this system
- System’s wireless capacity is only 2G over DSL which is outdated speed and may not effectively support latest HD cameras
- Camera quality may be grainier than you would expect
Best Suited for:
- Areas where broadband cable and Wi-Fi are not yet available
- Areas where cellular service is minimal or unreliable
- Apartment complexes, mobile homes and renters with good credit
LifeShield Service Plans
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| DIY Installation | Professional Option |
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| Number of Sensors | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Monthly Cost | $29.99 | $39.99 | $49.99 |
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ADT Security
ADT has been around as a national security service far longer than any other company and as a result, has more subscribers than any other service.
If you want to know what ADT’s actual customers say about the company, read the public posts on their Facebook page. Customer reviews on paid sites are commonly censored or written by professional writers instead of actual customers.
Taken as a whole, ADT must be doing something right to have remained in business for so many years.
Pros
- Offer more plan varieties than any other company
- All systems include sound alarm
- All contracts include fire, smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring with automated notification to your nearest fire company
- Offers DSL, cable broadband, cellular radio tower and wireless connections
- Offers 2-way intercom with call center for emergencies and when power goes down
Cons
- Each package only includes 3 door/window sensors – which means that you only have one window in your residence
- None of the packages include video camera
- No guarantee that you or police will be contacted on alarm
- No guarantee on how soon after alarm goes off that a call center agent will pick it and begin notification process
- Cannot take the system with you when you move but still are required to pay the contract off in full even if you are no longer using system
- Must provide analog telephone line for fire alarm – VOIP is not acceptable
- Cannot install in certain locations or homes due to third party codes and regulations
Best Suited for:
- Homeowners of Single family homes or duplexes
- Urban areas with guard responders available
- Estates requiring special services such as mail pick-up service or responders to meet police when homeowners are out of town
- Gated communities with or without security guards that can confirm alarm for police
- You must own the property that you are alarming in order for ADT to consider your application.
ADT Service Plans
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| Number of Sensors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Monthly Cost | $36.99 | $42.99 | $44.99 | $47.99 | $49.99 |
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Vivint Security
This company is essentially the new kid on the block when it comes to hard wired security systems with professional installation and monitoring. Part of their equipment is made by AT&T and other parts come from the England plant for UTI.
According to their customer’s comments on their Facebook page, it seems that they are still working out the kinks of enough trained installers, customer service reps that are trained properly and lack of company resolution support teams. The new owner of this company is a very exceptional business man and will, no doubt, get these issues ironed out at some point.
Vivint Security uses the same base contract as ADT and borrows the same policies for service without the manpower to enact it smoothly. You must own the property where you want the system installed. An analog (land line) telephone connection is necessary for the fire alarm system to work properly.
Pros
- Best plan is the middle plan for $60 a month
- All plans include fire, smoke, carbon monoxide and burglar alarm monitoring
- All plans include Touch screen control panels with battery back-up
- All plans include remote keyfob, door/window sensors, motion detectors and glass break detectors
- Energy Saver and Automated packages include Z-wave thermostat technology
- Automated plan includes video camera with live streaming access
Cons
- Customers repeatedly state that it takes up to 2 weeks for service techs to arrive
- 42-month contract that cannot be transferred to new location when you move but that you are responsible to pay off even after you move when the service ceases
Best Suited for:
- Homeowners of single family dwellings
**May offer service in areas that ADT does not.
Vivint Service Plans
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| Number of Sensors | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| Monthly Cost | $53.99 | $59.99 | $69.99 |
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The following chart boils it all down to help you make a knowledgeable choice (whether it is wise depends on the results). It is recommended that you tweak the options to fit your needs more closely rather than use any single recommendation as if it came down from “on high”. Please note, that Renter should be the category used if you are in military service on active duty even if you own your home.
| If this is You | Dropcam Pro |  |
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| City Renter Single Family Home Duplex or Triplex |
Yes Multiples alone or As add on to professional Monitored Service |
Yes Medium Priced Package w/adding remote control panel, 2d keypad and 3 more window sensors |
Yes Medium Priced Package w/adding remote control panel, 2d keypad and 3 more window sensors |
Possible **IF you have DirecTV Use Cheapest Package and multiple DropCam add ins for at least 4 rooms |
No You must own property |
No You must own property |
| City Renter Apartment House or Complex |
Yes Multiples alone or As add on to professional Monitored Service |
Yes Lowest Priced Package w/adding remote control panel, 2d keypad and 3 more window sensors |
Yes Lowest Priced Package w/adding remote control panel, 2d keypad and 3 more window sensors |
Possible **IF you have DirecTV Use Cheapest Package and multiple DropCam add ins for at least 4 rooms |
No You must own property |
No You must own property |
| City Renter Private Room w/ others |
Yes Buy 2: For Your room and your bathroom |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| Mobile Home in Park | Yes One for front room, + 1 for each bedroom |
Yes Cheapest Package with DropCam add |
Yes Lowest Package with DropCam add ins |
Possible **IF sYou have DirecTV ability |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| Rural Renter Single Family, Duplex Or Triplex |
Yes Multiples alone or As add on to professional Monitored Service For each entry area of the me Plus For sheds, garages, porches and patios |
Yes Medium Priced Package w/adding remote control panel, 2d keypad and 3 more window sensors Plus DropCam |
Yes Medium Priced Package w/adding remote control panel, 2d keypad and 3 more window sensors Plus DropCam |
Possible **IF you have DirecTV Use Cheapest Package and multiple DropCam add ins for at least 4 rooms and garage, sheds and Patios |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| Rural Renter Apartment House with More than 5 apartments Or, Complex |
Yes Multiples alone or As add on to professional Monitored Service For each entry area of the me Plus For sheds, garages, porches and patios |
Yes Multiples alone or As add on to professional Monitored Service For each entry area of the home PlusFor sheds, garages, porches and patios |
Yes Multiples alone or As add on to professional Monitored Service For each entry area of the home PlusFor sheds, garages, porches and patios |
Possible **IF you have DirecTV Use Cheapest Package and multiple DropCam add ins for at least 4 rooms and garage, sheds and Patios |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| Rural Renter Room in Other’s Home |
Yes Buy 2: For Your room and your bathroom |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| College Dorm off-campus | Yes Buy 1 for your room |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| Mobile Home in Park | Yes One for front room, + 1 for each bedroom |
Yes Cheapest Package with DropCam add ins |
Yes Cheapest Package with DropCam add ins |
Possible **IF You have DirecTV ability |
No You don’t qualify |
No You don’t qualify |
| City Home Owner Single Family |
Yes Preferred Option for poor and low income home owners or those struggling in this economy with a stand-alone system Multiples alone If alone, buy one for each room of the home including 2d floor As add on to professional Monitored Service If affordable For outside buildings, instead of extra motion sensors, at all entry doors With view of vehicles, boats, other toys |
Yes **IF you want to take your system with you Especially if in lower income brackets or need medical and fire for elderly or disabled in home Choose Highest upgrade option that you can afford if no one is working next year Then, add in DropCams to cover rest of home If you travel a great deal, hire a separate guard responder |
Yes **If you want to take your system with you when you move Especially if in lower income brackets or need medical and fire for elderly or disabled in home Choose lowest priced package plus 2 extra window sensors and 1 extra entry sensor and then use DropCam add ins to cover the rest of the home If you travel a great deal, hire a separate guard responder |
Yes If you want a professional install and have DirecTV ability If in lower income brackets or need medical and fire for elderly or disabled in home Choose Medium package and NO EXTRAS Use DropCams throughout home for extra coverage If you travel a great deal, hire a separate guard responder |
Yes If you intend to be in your home for at least the next 5 years **ADT offers professional responders for exterior and interior as well – if you travel a great deal and need this service, this is a good option Choose the Medium or Highest priced package AND NO EXTRAs Use DropCams throughout home for extra coverage If you travel a great deal, hire a separate guard responder |
Yes If you intend to be in your home for at least the next 5 years If you intend to be in your home for at least the next 5 years Choose the Medium or Highest priced package AND NO EXTRAs Use DropCams throughout home for extra coverage If you travel a great deal, hire a private guard responder |
| City Home Owner Condo, Townhouse Multi-family Home Or, Row House |
Yes Preferred Option for poor and low income home owners or those struggling in this economy as a stand-alone system Multiples alone If alone, buy one for each room of the home As add on to professional Monitored Service If affordable For outside buildings, instead of extra motion sensors, at all entry doors With view of vehicles, boats, other toys |
Yes **IF you want to take your system with you Especially if in lower income brackets or need medical and fire for elderly or disabled in home Choose Highest upgrade option that you can afford if no one is working next year Then, add in DropCams to cover rest of home If you travel a great deal, hire a separate guard responder |
Yes **If you want to take your system with you when you move Especially if in lower income brackets or need medical and fire for elderly or disabled in home Choose lowest priced package plus 2 extra window sensors and 1 extra entry sensor and then use DropCam add ins to cover the rest of the home If you travel a great deal, hire a separate guard responder |
Yes If you want a professional install and have DirecTV ability If in lower income brackets or need medical and fire for elderly or disabled in home Choose Medium package and NO EXTRAS Use DropCams throughout home for extra coverage |
Yes If you intend to be in your home for at least the next 5 years **ADT offers professional responders for exterior and interior as well – if you travel a great deal and need this service, this is a good option Choose the Medium or Highest priced package AND NO EXTRAs Use DropCams throughout home for extra coverage **Some condos and multi-family buildings may not allow a permanent installation |
Yes If you intend to be in your home for at least the next 5 years If you intend to be in your home for at least the next 5 years Choose the Medium or Highest priced package AND NO EXTRAs includes Z-Wave thermostat remote control Use DropCams throughout home for extra coverage If you travel a great deal, hire a private guard responder **Some condos and multi-family buildings may not allow a permanent installation |
| City Home Owner Mobile Home |
Yes Buy 1 for each entry area and rooms not used often Plus one to point to exterior area where steps are located Be sure to point to areas where autos and outside buildings can be monitored Install window pins where Dropcam is not in use |
Yes **IF you want fire alarm or medical alert included Choose lowest priced package and use DropCam for areas not covered If you live in the home seasonally, you should consider hiring a guard responder or the police may not respond |
Yes **IF you want fire alarm or medical alert included Choose lowest priced package and use DropCam for areas not covered If you live in the home seasonally, you should consider hiring a guard responder or the police may not respond |
Yes if you want a professional install and have DirecTV ability **Some parks may not allow because of method for install |
No ADT does not permit install on mobile homes due to fire code restrictions – “buildings must be permanent and built on foundation” |
No Vivint does not permit install on mobile homes due to fire code restrictions – “buildings must be permanent and built on foundation” |
| Rural Home Owner under ½ Acreage In Subdivision |
Yes Especially for outside buildings, garages, and porches with camera covering drive and entries |
Yes Best Buy is Middle Package with exterior camera & Drop Cams for storage buildings |
Yes Best Buy is Middle Package Drop Cams for storage buildings |
Yes If you have good service with DirecTV in your area |
Yes Best Buy is Lowest Priced Essentials Package with adding 4 window sensors for main room and kitchen |
Yes Better Buy than offered w/ADT even at $54 per month – get “Home Security Only” Package and Dropcams |
| Rural Home Owner ½ - 2 acres of land Neighbors in sight |
Yes Primarily as a supplement to monitored system since you may either be out of the home most of the time or service people, yard workers or others may be in your home when you are gone |
Yes FrontPoint is the best wireless system if you have good cell reception in your area |
Yes Protect America has some options that you may prefer Good cell reception needed in your area |
Yes If you can get it bundled with a DirecTV package deal If you have poor cell reception this may be your best option |
Yes You will need either broadband cable, landline telephone service or good cell reception Best Buy is ADT Pulse Select with cellular alarm monitoring and 2-way voice at $50 per month with no extras – you get 1 window sensor ask to trade motion sensor for a 2d one and add on 4 more for blind areas in home Purchase 2 or 3 DropCams for extra coverage |
Yes Best Buy is Energy Management Package at $60 month with 1 extra window sensor Purchase 2 or 3 DropCams to supplement coverage areas where someone could hide and/or to protect boats, cars, and lawn mowers |
| Rural Home Owner Farm or Ranch with More than one home On land |
Yes Use as compliment to monitored system for maximum protection for all homes on acreage. Place units in protected coverings between homes facing roadways, at driveway entrances and facing blind spots near all homes. Use in barns, sheds, and utility areas Use for second floor halls and rooms and in gun cabinets or closets |
Yes If cell reception is good in area and use DropCam as add on to cover other areas Best buy is the Interactive plan at $43 month with the Crash & Smash response, medical alerts & Z-wave light option This is a plan that allows you or your ranch hands to take the system when you move Use DropCam for additional coverage |
Yes If cell reception is good in area and use DropCam as add on to cover other areas Best buy is the Gold plan at $40 month with 11 sensors This is a plan that allows you or your ranch hands to take the system when you move Use DropCam for video coverage **No Z-Wave, video or medical coverage included |
Yes If cell reception is good in area and you can package with DirecTV Best buy is the “Most Popular” at $50 month with 6 sensors and 1 video camera Professional Install optional Use DropCam for covering other areas inside and out |
Yes Especially good if cell reception is spotty or if broadband cable is unavailable to your area. ADT requires a telephone land line even if you use their wireless or cable options Best buy is Pulse Select at $50 month with 2-way voice to call center **Try to trade the motion sensor and sound alarm for window sensors Use DropCam for unprotected areas and blind spots, driveway entries and between homes |
Yes Especially good if cell reception is spotty or if broadband cable is unavailable to your area. Vivant requires a telephone land line even if you use their wireless Best buy is The $60 month plan with Z-wave and thermostat control option **they charge $10 month for each video camera added and $5 month for each sensor added |
| Rural Home Owner Farm or Ranch Isolated or only home On land |
Yes Primarily as supplement to monitored systems if you qualify Use in out buildings, storage rooms, barns, tool sheds and areas at a distance from main house |
Yes If you have good cell reception at home Best Buy is the Interactive Plan $43 month which includes medical alerts as well as Crash & Smash response, Z-Wave light controls and text alerts to your phone Use DropCams for out buildings and blind spots |
Yes If you have good cell reception at the home Best Buy is $38 month with 9 door/ window sensors Supplement with DropCams for exterior buildings such as Barns or storage areas |
Yes If you have good cell reception Or DirecTV Their most popular plan is $47 month with 6 door/ window sensors and video camera that allows you to log into it Add DropCam for added coverage |
Yes Especially good if you have poor cell reception and no broadband or cable reception Requires a landline for phone Best Buy is Total Protection plan at $48 month which includes 2- way voice in case of power failures Includes only 3 door/ window sensors so you will need to either additional sensors @ $5 per month for each one added or purchase DropCam Pros to cover rooms not used often, outside buildings, garages, sheds and buildings that are in other areas of the property |
Yes Especially good if you have poor cell reception and no broadband or cable reception Requires a landline for phone Best Buy is the Home package for $54 month – ask how many door/ window sensors are included before signing contract as no number is provided for these on their site Use DropCams for other coverage |
| Rural Home Owner Mobile Home with Land |
Yes Cover entry areas and rooms hidden from the street Excellent for outside buildings and porches |
Yes If you have good cell reception at home Best buy is the Protection Plan for $35 monthPlus 2 DropCams For video coverage |
Yes If you have good cell reception at the home Best Buy is the Bronze Plan at $36 month with a combined 6 door and window sensors and motion detector Add 2 DropCams for video coverage |
Yes If you have good cell reception Best plan is $47 month with 6 door/ window sensors and video camera that allows you to log into it Add DropCam for added coverage |
Yes ADT will not install in homes that are not built onto foundations –e.g. mobile homes even with tie-downs |
Yes Vivint will not install in home that are not part of the foundation – e.g. mobile homes even though they may have tie-downs |
| Sharing Home w/ Roommates Any location or type |
Yes COnly option if sharing residence with roommates |
No | No | No | No | No |
Basic Equipment offered by each company:
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FrontPoint Security Service
An essential part of any residential or commercial security system, the NetworX Advanced Touch LED keypad brings together powerful protection and user-friendly features in a compact design. Individually lit, color-coded Touch Response Keys and a Personal Voice Guide (PVG) that provides step-by-step instruction for all system functions make this keypad simple and easy to program and control
- NetworX System Compatibility
- Interactive Personal Voice Guide (PVG)
- Voice-enabled Status Keys
- Individually Lit, Color-coded Touch Response Keys
- Easy-to-use Menus for Advanced Features
- Intercom Functionality for Up to 8 Rooms
- Voice Labeling for Zones, Areas and Outputs
- Voice-recorded Memos
- Quick Arm, Stay and Status keys
- Double-press Fire, Medical and Panic Keys
- 192-Zone Capability
- Customizable Chime Groups for Specific Zones
- Streamlined, Modern Design
Programmable up to 192-Zones, NetworX LCD Keypads offer dependable security in a compact design. A removable door enables the keypad to blend with any décor, while clear status light indicators and backlit keys offer ease of operation. Dedicated emergency keys and pre-programmed function keys provide one-touch convenience.
- Programmable Up to 192-Zones
- Removable Door
- Code Entry Keypad w/Backlit Keys
- Dedicated Fire, Police and EMS Keys
- Five Pre-programmed Function Keys
Designed for reliable protection and ease of use, NetworX LED keypads feature clear status light indicators and backlit keys. Dedicated emergency keys contact fire, police or EMS at the touch of a button, while five pre-programmed keys allow users to perform common functions with a single touch.
- Code Entry Keypad w/Backlit Keys
- Clear Status Light Indicators
- Optional Audio Tone when Keys are Pressed
- Dedicated Fire, Police and EMS Keys
- Five Pre-programmed Function Keys
- Programmable Up to 8-Zones
Ideal for almost any size application, the NetworX Touch Screen Keypad offers powerful yet simple control of any NetworX security system. An intuitive interface, 3.5" touch screen and Quick Keys for rapid system arming and status updates enable quick and easy system management.
- NetworX System Compatibility
- 3.5" Color Touch Screen
- Icon-based Graphic Interface
- Quick Arm, Stay and Status Keys
- Custom Text Naming for User Names, Areas, Zones, Outputs and Rooms
- Access Card Management (when card reader NX-1700E is installed)
- Built-in Message Board
- 192-Zone Capability
- Support for Up to 99 Users, 8 Partitions and 16 Outputs
- Customizable Chime Groups for Specific Zones
- Streamlined, Modern Design
The NetworX Voice Navigation LED Keypad offers user-friendly management and control of all NetworX systems. An exclusive Personal Voice Guide (PVG) provides step-by-step instruction for all system functions, while Quick Keys enable rapid system arming and status updates. Plus, an extensive built-in word library allows users to create customized voice labels for zones, areas and outputs.
- NetworX System Compatibility
- Interactive Personal Voice Guide (PVG)
- Voice-enabled Status Keys
- Backlit Soft-touch Keys
- Voice Labeling for Zones, Areas and Outputs
- Quick Arm, Stay and Status Keys
- Double-press Fire, Medical and Panic Keys
- 16-Zone Capability
- Streamlined, Modern Design
Interlogix offers wired and wireless components, including door and window sensors, motion detectors and glass break sensors, designed to work with the NetworX system for enhanced security and control.
The NetworX wireless LCD display keypad is an integrated 48-zone wireless receiver LCD keypad with traditional design and an easy-to-read, customizable display. It is compatible with all NetworX control panels.
- Integrated 48-Zone Wireless Receiver
- Optimize Wireless Reception by Having the
- Keypad/Receiver in the Best Location
- LCD, Easy-to-read Programmable Display
- Traditional Design to Go w/Any Decor
- Compatible w/All NetworX Series Control Panels
- Easy to Install, Program and Maintain
The NetworX Solution 2000 Series glass break sensors are the most advanced in glass break detection the security industry has ever seen. The Solution 2000 Series uses patented microprocessor based 3x3 technology. With 3x3 technology, these detectors identify and qualify multiple groups of data from three specific frequency ranges to determine whether any of the sounds present match the signature of breaking glass.
- 3x3 Technology
- Microprocessor Based
- Automatic Adjustment
- Detects All Glass Types
- Power/Status LED
- Alarm Memory LED
- Push Button Test Mode
FrontPoint micro low profile window and door sensors
The UL approved Micro Door/Window Sensor is a completely wireless sensor that detects the opening and closing of doors and windows. The sensor's compact size provides for clean-looking installations; ideal for using on drawers, safes, cabinets and just about anything that can be opened and closed.
- Small Size Offers Flexibility in Applications w/Limited Space
- Replaceable Lithium Coin-cell Battery
- Crystal Technology Helps Extend Battery Life
- Learn Mode Technology Provides Wireless Operation w/Interlogix™ Systems
- Low Profile Blends into Decor
- Battery Pull-tab Design for Quick and Easy Installation
Control all the automated systems right from the Touch Screen including thermostat, lights are off or locks
Wireless Indoor Camera. Peek in on family members or keep an eye on any service personnel who may be there.
With a viewing range up to 20 feet and infrared technology, live stream footage from your home to any mobile device or PC anytime, anywhere. When the system detects motion and records a clip, you’ll receive an email or text message so you know there’s something to review.
Wireless Outdoor Camera with Infrared lens
You'll be able to see who and what is coming, even before they get to your door. This helps give you and your family peace of mind.
With the Wireless Pan and Tilt Camera, you’ll feel extra safe knowing you’ll be able to monitor large areas of your home and pan to see everything in the room. You can even zoom in on exactly what you want to see — all from the Mobile App. It’s almost as good as being there!
Products for ADT and
Protect America systems
Simon XT® is a cost-effective security system that offers up to 40 zones of burglary and fire protection, and which complies with SIA False Alarm Standards. With a built-in display touchpad and a status speaker that provides visual and voice messages for feedback, Simon XT is well suited for houses, apartments, and condominiums. Optional GSM reporting and alarm.com features support off-premises control to arm and disarm the system, check system status, activate no-entry delay, or activate the latchkey feature.
- 40 Wireless Zones — Two Can Be Hardwired (normally-closed loop only)
- Built-In PSTN 2-Way Voice Capability (over GSM w/optional module)
- Supports Both Crystal and SAW Learn Mode Sensors
- Supports Repeaters
- Supports 2-Way RF Products (version-specific)
- Indoor and Outdoor Motion Sensors
- Chime Feature for Monitoring Door, Window or Motion Activity
- 1 Master Access Code and 8 Programmable User Access Codes of 3 to 6 Digits
- SIA or CID Central Station Reporting Formats and Voice Event Notification reporting via PSTN (native) and/or Optional GSM and IP Modules
- Programmable No Activity and No Usage Report Features
- Meets SIA False Alarm Standards
- 100-Event Buffer w/Time-and-Date Stamp
- Panel Voice and Beeps That Can Be Disabled
- Program Panel w/Built-In Touchpad or Enterprise Downloader Software v3.4 or Later
- Firmware Flash Upgrades Can Be Done Remotely
- Expansion Options: Internet-Based Interactivity (w/third-party providers), Support for On-Premises Remote Control w/Optional Talking Touchpad Accessory
Now available in a White Faceplate!
The next-generation Simon® XTi enhances the longstanding reliability and performance of the Simon XT with the advanced technology of the Two-Way Talking Touch Screen. This self-contained security system offers exclusive image capture technology, combined with powerful security and color LCD touch screen convenience, for a cost-effective, easy-to-use
- Simple, no button interface. All interaction occurs via a 3.5-inch color LCD with graphical user interface (GUI)
- At-a-glance status of home and property
- Actionable status icons identify door/window open, last motion detected, “My property” icon status; covers all non-window, non-interior motion changes
- Menu-based system programming and test
- 40 wireless zones — two can be hardwired (normally-closed loop only)
- Built-in PSTN 2-way voice capability (over GSM with optional module)
- Supports both crystal and SAW Learn Mode sensors, repeaters
- Supports 2-way RF products (version-specific)
- Chime feature for monitoring door, window or motion activity
- 1 master access code and 8 programmable user access codes of 3 to 6 digits
- SIA or CID central station reporting formats and Voice Event Notification reporting via PSTN (native) and/or optional GSM and IP modules
- Program panel with built-in touch screen or Enterprise Downloader software v4.4 or later
The Simon XT® Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Kits are well-suited for users who desire additional keypad accessibility with lifestyle management features—either in the home or with optional remote capabilities via the Web. The Simon XT security control panel offers traditional security features such as arming and disarming the security system. In addition, remote accessories such as the Two-Way Talking Touch Screen, Door/Window sensors, PIR, key fob, and optional GSM module work seamlessly with Alarm.com interactive services and mobile applications for remote access and control.
- Microphone for Emergency Two-Way Communication w/Monitoring Station Personnel
- User-friendly Display Clearly Displays Home Status and Provides Easy Arming/ disarming of the System
- 3.5" Color LCD Screen Delivers Information at a Quick Glance
- Wireless Design Facilitates Quick, Easy Installation
- Crystal Door/Window Sensors for Complete Protection
- Small, Unobtrusive Motion Detectors
- 4-Button Keychain Remote Easily Arms/disarms System w/Recessed Buttons to Prevent False Alarms
- Cellular Reporting Options w/AT&T™ or T-Mobile® Cell Coverage
- Advanced Interactive Services Through Alarm.com
- Extended Capabilities w/Kit Accessories for Added Convenience and Protection
The Simon XT® talking touchpad is an alkaline-battery-operated, wall-mounted touchpad that extends the physical accessibility and basic system operation of a Simon XT security system. Ideal for systems where more than one control point is desired, the touchpad provides auxiliary control in residential applications with multiple levels or multiple entry and exit points. Installed within 100 ft. (30 m) of the panel, the talking touchpad allows the user to enter commands and hear feedback from the panel.
- Arming the System, Including Doors, Windows and Motions Sensors
- Arming the System w/No Entry Delay
- Disarming the System
- Activating a Panic Alarm to Call the Central Monitoring Station for a Non-Medical Emergency
- Checking System Status
- Hearing the Voice Feedback from the Simon XT
The Simon XT® Two-Way Talking Touch Screen is a color LCD screen featuring a user-friendly interface that compliments Simon XTi and Simon XT security systems for safety and peace of mind. In addition, optional wireless devices can be added to provide control over other functions including Z-Wave® wireless lighting control devices, Z-Wave wireless thermostats for home HVAC systems, and Z-Wave door lock control. This touch screen is the ideal solution for providing additional points of control throughout the home. Up to four touch screens can be installed in one home for maximum convenience.
- 3.5-Inch Color LCD Screen w/Graphical User Interface (GUI) Delivers At-a-Glance Status of Home and Property
- Wireless Design Facilitates Quick and Easy Installation
- Compatible w/Simon XTi and Simon XT® for Added Control of Security System Features
- Actionable Status Icons: Identify Door/Window Open, Last Motion Detected and "My Property" Icon Status; Covers all Non-Window, Non-Door, Non-Interior Motion Changes
- Alarm.com Compatible for Advanced Interactive Services: Optional HVAC, Lighting, and Lock Control Devices w/Programmable Options Help Promote Energy Savings, Four-Day Weather Forecast Adds Value and Lifestyle Convenience, Z-Wave® Door
Products for FrontPoint Security,
Protect America, ADT and Vivint
The following accessories are compatible with the systems for these companies:
The Z-Wave® wireless networking platform provides convenience and flexibility to homeowners through a broad array of Lighting and Appliance components. Compatible with Simon XT®/XTi, Concord® 4 and NetworX full-featured home security systems, Z-Wave modules easily unify home electronics into an integrated wireless network without complicated programming or wiring.
- Z-Wave® LCD Remote Control: Controls the Entire Z-Wave Lighting Control Network, Up to 232 Z-Wave Devices in the Network & Create Up to Nine Timed Events for Automatic Activation
- Z-Wave In-Wall On/Off Switch: Device Can be Turned On or Off Manually or via Convenient Z-Wave Remote Control, Blue LED Indicates Switch Location for Easy Viewing in the Dark & Can be Included in Multiple Groups and Scenes
- Z-Wave In-Wall Dimmer: Device Can be Turned On or Off Manually or via Convenient Z-Wave Remote Control, Brightness Level Can be Controlled Manually or w/Z-Wave Remote Control & Blue LED Indicates Switch Location for Easy Viewing in the Dark
- Z-Wave Wall Receptacle: One Z-Wave Remote-controlled AC Outlet, Remote ON/OFF Control via the Z-Wave Controller/Network & Manual ON/OFF Control w/the Pushbutton
- Z-Wave Outdoor Module: One Z-Wave Remote-controlled AC Outlet, Remote ON/OFF Control via the Z-Wave Controller & Manual ON/OFF Control w/the Pushbutton
- Z-Wave Plug-In Fluorescent Light and Appliance Module: One Z-Wave-controlled AC Outlet, Remote ON/OFF Control via the Z-Wave Controller & Manual ON/OFF Control w/the Pushbutton
- Z-Wave Plug-In Lamp Module (Dimmer): One Z-Wave-controlled AC Outlet for Standard Incandescent Lighting, Remote ON/OFF and Brightness Control via Z-Wave Controller & Manual ON/OFF and Brightness Control w/Front Panel Pushbutton
The Advanced Z-Wave® Thermostat is a wirelessly controlled digital thermostat featuring an easy-to-use touch screen to adjust settings or program. The thermostat is compatible with standard heating and cooling systems with up to two-stage heat and cool.
- Large, Easy-to-Read Touch Screen Display
- Two-Way Communication as Part of a Z-Wave® Network, Allowing the Thermostat to be Controlled Locally and Remotely
- Save Energy Button can Predetermine Set-back Temperature
- Pre-programmed w/an EPA Approved Heating/Cooling Program
- Adjustable Swing Range Between 0.5°F~4.0°F
- Customizable 7-Day Programming
- Easy-to-Use Controls Make it Simple to Raise/Lower Temperature and Fan Settings
- Check Filter LED Signals Need to Clean Filter to Improve Efficiency and Performance
- Operates on 4 AA Batteries and/or 12~24AC Power (required for Z-Wave operation)
- Mercury-free — Environmentally Safe
Interlogix Image Sensor compatible with any of the ITI panels
Can be used in place of door’s peep hole
The Interlogix Image Sensor represents an innovative advancement that combines a Passive Infrared (PIR) motion sensor, an integrated still camera, wireless communication and Alarm.com Interactive Services. Designed to deliver better security through visual verification of alarms, this sensor help increase engagement through on-demand property views
- ETL Certified for UL 639
- 35' x 40' Detection Coverage Area
- Easy Installation, No Router or Broadband Configuration Required
- Walk Test Mode and Tamper Detection
- Color https://devconhomesecurity.com/wp-content/themes/homesecurity/images
- PIR Sensitivity(Remotely Configurable), such as Pet Immunity
- Night Vision, IR Illumination
- Wireless Image Transmission to certain websites like Alarm.com which is done via Cellular Networks
The Wireless Personal Panic Device from Interlogix™ features an updated design that is both chlorine and UV-resistant for long-lasting and reliable performance. In addition, the Panic Button is water-resistant and functions as a wireless device used for activating police, fire or auxiliary alarms throughout the premises. When the panic button is pressed, the LEDs on either side of the button will blink and an alarm signal is transmitted.
- Activates Police, Fire or Auxiliary Alarms
- Works w/All 319.5 MHz Learn Mode Panels
- Water-resistant Rating to IP68
- May be Configured as a Pendant
Resource Links
Offenders by Age and Category of Crime from the FBI
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/ucr/nibrs/2013/table-pdfs/offenders-age-category-by-offense-category-2013
Offenders by Race and Category of Crime from the FBI
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/ucr/nibrs/2013/table-pdfs/offenders-race-by-offense-category-2013
List of Available Data Tables from the Criminal Justice Information Division of the FBI
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/ucr/nibrs/2013/data-tables
Property Crimes by Time of Day from the FBI
Relationship of Criminal to Victim Data Table
From 2005 through 2010, household property crimes involving only stolen firearms resulted in a total loss of about $27 million per year. The average financial loss when only one gun was stolen was between $400 and $500 per incident.
Other findings showed—
- About three out of four household property crimes involving stolen firearms occurred in households headed by white non-Hispanic persons.
- From 2005 through 2010, the majority of household burglaries (56 percent) or other property crimes (59 percent) involving stolen firearms occurred in the South.
- Households in rural areas experienced a disproportionate percentage of burglaries involving stolen firearms (34 percent), compared to the overall percentage of U.S. households located in rural areas (17 percent).
- Households in rural areas experienced a disproportionate percentage of burglaries involving stolen firearms (34 percent), compared to the overall percentage of U.S. households located in rural areas (17 percent).
http://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/press/fshbopc0510pr.cfm
http://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/press/fshbopc0510pr.cfm
Seasonal Patterns in Criminal Victimization Trends
Criminal Victimization, 2013
http://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/cv13.pdf
Keeping the Barbarians Outside the Gate? Comparing Burglary Victimization in Gated and Non-Gated Communities
http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/07418825.2012.760644#.VOUGU_nF-wg
Publications Related To: Crime Mapping
http://www.nij.gov/publications/pages/publication-list.aspx?tags=Crime%20Mapping
The Most Dangerous States in America
http://247wallst.com/special-report/2015/01/02/the-most-dangerous-states-in-america-2/2/
Regional Data for Crimes Reports
State Data for Property Crimes
Journal: European Journal of Criminology Volume:2 Issue:1 Dated:January 2005
Pages:67 to 92
Date Published: 01/2005
Page Count: 26
Annotation: This study examined the space and time clustering of domestic burglaries in order to refine police priorities.
Publisher URL: http://www.sagepublications.com
REPEAT BURGLARY OFFENDERS WORRY SOME DURHAM RESIDENTS
http://abc11.com/news/repeat-burglary-offenders-worry-some-durham-residents/467531/
Repeat Burglaries
- Unfortunately, once you have been burgled there is a very real possibility that you could be burgled again, and this could occur within a relatively short period of time. The same burglar/s who committed the initial burglary, or their associate/s, may be responsible for the repeat burglary.Reasons for a repeat burglary can include the following:
- Burglars know there are additional items of value in a home and view it as an easy target because they cannot see any obvious improvements in the security of the home
- Burglars may try to burgle a home again within 4-6 weeks of the first burglary because they think that the goods previously stolen will have been replaced through insurance
- Burglars may return because they now have a buyer for some particular item they saw on the first occasion
- Burglars return to burgle other residential buildings (e.g. if the garden shed was broken into on the first occasion, the home may be burgled on a return visit), and
- Burglars acting independently of each other may consider the house to be an attractive target on separate occasions. For example a house which is often empty, has poor security and is located in an isolated area is likely to be an attractive target to most burglars.
- In 2012, 69.3 percent of all persons arrested were white, 28.1 percent were black, and the remaining 2.6 percent were of other races. (See Table 43.)
http://crimsafe.com.au/blog/repeat-burglaries-how-at-risk-are-w/
Using DNA to Solve Property Crimes
http://cops.usdoj.gov/html/dispatch/December_2009/print/dna_print.htm
Major Findings from the DNA Field Experiment
Findings of the study, averaged across the five jurisdictions, were that when DNA evidence was collected at property crime scenes:
- Suspect identifications and arrests doubled.
Twice as many property crime suspects were identified and arrested when DNA evidence was collected (in addition to fingerprint evidence) compared to a traditional property crime investigation. - Cases accepted for prosecutions doubled.
More than twice as many cases were accepted for prosecution when DNA evidence was processed than when it was not. - The suspects arrested through DNA identifications were more dangerous.
DNA arrestees had double the number of prior arrests and double the prior convictions as those arrested through traditional investigations. - DNA was twice as effective in identifying suspects as fingerprints.
In cases where both fingerprint and biological evidence were collected, more suspects were identified via the FBI's Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) than were identified via the FBI's Automated Fingerprint Identification (AFIS) system.
http://www.nij.gov/topics/forensics/evidence/dna/property-crime/Pages/welcome.aspx
Firearms Stolen During Household Burglaries and Other Property Crimes, 2005-2010
| Type of property | Value of Property | Percent Recovered | |
| Stolen | Recovered | ||
| Total | $14,741,818,452 | $2,832,231,843 | 19.2 |
| Currency, notes, etc. | 2,013,267,402 | 28,453,259 | 1.4 |
| Type of property | Value of Property | Percent Recovered | |
| Stolen | Recovered | ||
| Jewelry and precious metals | 1,743,673,506 | 88,475,237 | 5.1 |
| Clothing and furs | 304,670,804 | 33,542,000 | 11.0 |
| Locally stolen motor vehicles | 3,937,054,674 | 2,159,429,364 | 54.8 |
| Office equipment | 846,233,329 | 32,167,043 | 3.8 |
| Televisions, radios, stereos, etc. | 665,750,318 | 32,632,767 | 4.9 |
| Firearms | 154,826,891 | 13,693,638 | 8.8 |
| Household goods | 422,439,091 | 114,868,752 | 27.2 |
| Consumable goods | 231,420,776 | 14,425,417 | 6.2 |
| Livestock | 16,367,591 | 1,303,936 | 8.0 |
| Miscellaneous | 4,406,114,070 | 313,240,430 | 7.1 |
Crime in the United States, Offense and Population Percent Distribution by Region, 2012
- The most populous region, the South, accounted for 40.9 percent of all violent crimes in 2012. Lesser volumes of 23.4 percent in the West, 19.7 percent in the Midwest, and 16.0 percent in the Northeast were recorded.
- Slightly less than 44 percent (43.6) of the Nation’s estimated total of murders occurred in the South. The West had 21.0 percent of murders, followed by the Midwest with 21.1 percent, and the Northeast with 14.2 percent.
- During 2012, 42.2 percent of the estimated property crimes were recorded in the South. The West was next with 24.2 percent, followed by the Midwest with 20.7 percent, and the Northeast with 12.9 percent.
http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/ucr/crime-in-the-u.s/2012/crime-in-the-u.s.-2012/tables/3tabledatadecoverviewpdf/table_3_crime_in_the_united_states_offense_and_population_distribution_by_region_2012.xls
Home Security: Invest In It Now
http://www.sacsheriff.com/Pages/CrimePrevention/HomeSafety08.aspx
Links to References and Data
The Link below provides several printable checklists for home owners that the FBI offers and here is one for Renters – homes and apartments.
