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    My car was broke into

    Cameras are good for giving you an idea of what happened, or in some cases proving that an individual did something, but the chances of you identifying sombody with a shot like that even during the day are slim. I've worked with CCTV for years and know that people put way to much stock in...
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    How to define a "deadbolt zone"?

    Thanks for posting with pics sunknee. That's exactly what I was planing. I like the wat the switches adjust.
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    How to define a "deadbolt zone"?

    I'm going to be replacing the doors, so wiring a switch will be easy... as long as I don't hit the wires with a nail. :) I haven’t decided for sure on switches but thinking a pin switch is the best option, but I'm open to suggestions. Provided I can run the wires through the door, I'll be...
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    How to define a "deadbolt zone"?

    I'm interested in this too as I was planning to do the same.
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    FiOS Fone

    For anyone that was interested in this back when I originaly posted, there is more information out on it now, and I'm still tempted. They changed the name to the "Verizon Hub" and may be avalable sometime next month. Some info here and here FWIW Verizon is also releasing a new interface for...
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    Can a siren be too loud?

    Sure you can, it runs on propane. :)
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    Pool/Spa Automation Options

    I don't think this is exactly what you are looking for, but worth looking at if you want solid chemical control. http://www.rola-chem.com/digital_controllers.html I havn't been able to find any explination as to what the data port listed in the specs will do. I've just started with basic...
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    Extend the garage door range..?

    Make sure that your antenna is not coiled up and is positioned well avoiding any sharp bends. If you have a newer opener they use Homelink frequencies so you may be able to find a better remote. Try extending with coax like in the link you listed. Use a different receiver. I have one like...
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    130 foot run for video cameras?

    Like Collin eluded to, cameras don't "protect" anything unless you are doing live surveillance, but there is a slight chance they could give you some information on who already stole your stuff. A locked shed or storage container would be better than any number of cameras. If you can hook it...
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    CCTV Overview

    I have a slightly different perspective on CCTV based on years of using it in the field in Loss Prevention and Corporate Security. The first thing is to have realistic expectations from your CCTV system. CCTV is not the be all end all of security. Many people have the misconception that a...
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    Anyone have an ultrasonic anemometer?

    I just stumbled upon this. http://store.qkits.com/moreinfo.cfm/QK168
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    New addition to my home security system.

    Dogs definitly hold a place in home security, and where that place is depends on the individual dog. Enough about what dog trainers think and what the rest of us have deducted from TV.... what do burglers think. Jack MacLean, former burgler and auther of Secrets of a Superthief, spent his time...
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    FiOS Fone

    Thanks for the feedback, however, I'm not overly concerned with switching my phone service to fiber. I already use FiOS for internet and TV but did stick to standard copper phone lines due to the issues electrical outages could cause with the phone service but i have gotten past that. My...
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    FiOS Fone

    Howdy everyone. I'm a long time lurker, but this is my first post. I have nothing as far as HA equipment goes. My interest has been peeked after reading the forums here while researching home security systems. I'm planing to get an ELK (no exactly sure which one yet) and some basic HA stuff...
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