I haven't had a security system in 5 years or so. The last system was a GE Simon which was a monitored variety and worked pretty good for us, but that was a different property with different needs. Our house previously was in a tight neighborhood with soccer moms around at all times. Our new hous is in the country with no snooping neighbors. However, we didn't need the security system before, but have had several breakins in the new neighborhood with no possible help from neighbors due to vegetation and property size. I was hoping to get a few recommendations for what to look at for a system I plan on building/installing myself. My goals are as follows:
I have an x10 automation system i nstalled that uses a CM15A connected to a Raspberry Pi running HomeGenie. I can set up more complex commands through HomeGenie if necessary. I was also thinking about adding video (probably 2-3 external cameras). It would be great if everything worked together, but I don't know if that's possible or how complex that would be.
My first thought was to use the GPIO ports on the Raspi with HomeGenie and maybe use a video system from Costco (Samsung for instance). Any suggestions?
- Self monitored (mobile app/text msg/push notify/etc)
- Use large array of wired door/window sensors already installed (haven't counted, but more than 16 would be my guess)
- Allow use of wireless sensors to expand network
- Control/controlled by X10 commands
I have an x10 automation system i nstalled that uses a CM15A connected to a Raspberry Pi running HomeGenie. I can set up more complex commands through HomeGenie if necessary. I was also thinking about adding video (probably 2-3 external cameras). It would be great if everything worked together, but I don't know if that's possible or how complex that would be.
My first thought was to use the GPIO ports on the Raspi with HomeGenie and maybe use a video system from Costco (Samsung for instance). Any suggestions?