IP Camera, motion sensors with ELK
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You can use just about any wired door or window contact or motion sensor with the M1 or any other alarm panel. They are nothing more than switches that close (or open) when they are triggered. Wireless sensors are a different story. These are proprietary to the system they are designed for. Elk has 3 different wireless receiver options that can work Honeywell 5800, GE or Elk's own wireless system.
The M1 doesn't do anything with the video output from a camera. This is also true for most other alarm panels. But if the camera also has outputs that activate when the camera senses motion, you can certainly connect those up to a zone input on the M1. The camera may also have inputs that you can wire to the alarm panel to allow the alarm panel to trigger the camera. You should plan on an extra cable for this (e.g. 22/2 ro 22/4) if you want to use those features.
The M1 doesn't do anything with the video output from a camera. This is also true for most other alarm panels. But if the camera also has outputs that activate when the camera senses motion, you can certainly connect those up to a zone input on the M1. The camera may also have inputs that you can wire to the alarm panel to allow the alarm panel to trigger the camera. You should plan on an extra cable for this (e.g. 22/2 ro 22/4) if you want to use those features.
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DELInstallations said:
I really wish they would introduce a new touchscreen of decent size (8"?) that would simply display a RTSP stream... keep my NVR setup separate, but be able to queue up video upon command (e.g. doorbell) would be really nice...
Hey Elk, are you listening?!?
The 3.5" they have now is terribly small!
RAL said:
Thank you Ral,
I got a quote from security guy
Parts Supplied For Dahua IP Camera System.
1 x Dahua 4 channel NVR, 2 TB hard drive, 4 PoE, HDMI / VGA outputs.
4 x Dahua IP vandal proof dome cameras, 3MP, IP66, IK10, 2.7 - 12mm motorised lens, IR distance 30m.
150m of cat 6 cable.
Parts Supplied For Paradox Alarm System.
1 x Paradox SP5500 Alarm System with 10 programmable zones, AC plug pack and back up battery.
1 x Paradox TM50 5" touch screen keypad.
6 x Paradox NV5 digital motion detectors.
1 x voice module.
1 x receiver kit with 4 remotes.
1 x outside siren and strobe.
1 x internal screamer.
250m of 4core security cable
I did not mention that I was going to get M1. what would you think?
Thanks
vdz said:
I'm not familiar with the Paradox panels, but took a look at the data sheet and installation manuals. Overall, I'd say the Elk M1 is a more flexible, expandable and more capable panel, especially if you want to do any kind of automation.
The motion detectors appear to be plain IR detectors, rather than dual-tech, which combine IR and microwave technology. IR detectors tend to be more susceptible to false alarms, especially with pets. My pick would be a Bosch Blue Line Gen 2 detector.
The TM50 touchpad looks nice. The Elk's KPNAV touchpad is smaller and more primitive by comparison.
There are other folks here who can give you better recommendations than I can on the cameras and NVR.
Like anything it all depends what you are looking for and what you want. I think 10 zones is pretty basic, at best. Also, I would check on the wireless. Does this support wireless sensors as well? You always will want to add more.vdz said:
Personally, if it was me, I would upgrade the hardware as high as you would ever want, because that is cheap compared with the installation costs. Once you hit the limit of a panel, you have to remove the panel to replace it, which is expensive. Pay a bit more for the hardware when its installed, and you'll be set for the future.
If your house was prewired for an alarm, I would use every zone. If your house wasn't wired, they will only want to install a few zones like the front door, because the labor is expensive, but chances are you will want many more zones, an that is where wireless comes in.
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