Recent content by offspring47

It does only have 2 partitions.  Is there a module they sell that I can add a partition? Or would I be better off just getting another vista 20p for cheap and use that?

anyone?

Hi everyone,   About a year and a half ago I installed a Vista 20P in my house.  I wanted to get an Elk but due to lack of funds managed to get a pretty good deal on a Vista 20P.  I figured having something was better than nothing.   I already have used up both partitions of the 20P.  Partition...

great. thanks. I will give it a try.

Hi all, So I got my vista 20p up and running. Very happy about that and I am now about to set up the RJ31X jack. Luckily the wiring was already there and tied into my phone line for the actual jack. Now all I need to do is plug the phone chord into the RJ31 box and connect the remaining...

Thanks for the replies. Luckily I don't have any alarm company contract to deal with. I am starting fresh right now. I have seen a few of the "Elk vs. HAI" discussions. I think I am leaning toward Elk because it does seem more DIY friendly than the HAI installations. I think my next step is...

It seems the more I read, the more my head spins. Here is my question/situation/what would you do post. I recently purchased a new house that I want to set up with a security system and some home automation. The simple part seems to be the security system. It will mainly consist of...

got it. I did find a couple of places that the prices were really good. I am not looking for the best deal, but a good deal with great support. I don't mind paying more from someone I know will be there to help.

What makes them so good for a diy install? Is their support that good where I can just pick up the phone and call them if I have a problem?

Hi, I know there are a number of places on the internet to purchase the equipment from but I want to know where would you guys shop? Obviously price matters but since I will be installing the system myself it's important to buy from a place that offers support and knows what the heck they are...