DeathtoToasters
Member
Hello All,
I am in need of some help.
I am purchasing an elk m-1gold system for my new home.
I am not confused with the security portion of the system, it is the automation part.
I am going to need:
3 control panels
11 dimmers
10 normal (on/off) switches
5 (3 way switches)
3 thermostats
5 cameras with DVR
17 smoke/fire detectors
There are so many different brands: UPB, Leviton, Insteon, etc.
Every time I call different places they give me advise for different manufactures. To be blunt, I want the easiest to install, with the ability to monitor and control the above items through my local network, INTERNET, and phone if needed.
My installer says he normally uses the Leviton with the DSC systems he installs. Is it the same process with the M1-Gold?
The property is 15000sq ft, 3600 sq ft home. I believe I will need a expander board for more zones.
Is the installation the basic same setup as the DSC security and home automation system? I don't want to confuse the installed any more then I am going to with him installing a product he normally does not install. He says he has installed elk systems in the past, but like I said I am not concerned about the security portion, more the automation.
Any help would be great!
I am in need of some help.
I am purchasing an elk m-1gold system for my new home.
I am not confused with the security portion of the system, it is the automation part.
I am going to need:
3 control panels
11 dimmers
10 normal (on/off) switches
5 (3 way switches)
3 thermostats
5 cameras with DVR
17 smoke/fire detectors
There are so many different brands: UPB, Leviton, Insteon, etc.
Every time I call different places they give me advise for different manufactures. To be blunt, I want the easiest to install, with the ability to monitor and control the above items through my local network, INTERNET, and phone if needed.
My installer says he normally uses the Leviton with the DSC systems he installs. Is it the same process with the M1-Gold?
The property is 15000sq ft, 3600 sq ft home. I believe I will need a expander board for more zones.
Is the installation the basic same setup as the DSC security and home automation system? I don't want to confuse the installed any more then I am going to with him installing a product he normally does not install. He says he has installed elk systems in the past, but like I said I am not concerned about the security portion, more the automation.
Any help would be great!