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ECOECO
ECOECO
10 April 2010

security film

security film

It will act as a safety feature only, preventing glass cuts. It won't be very secure because it is not applied to the edges, so can break easily at the join to the window…

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ECOECO
Apr 10, 2010 7:59 am
ECOECO
Carmel
Carmel
12 April 2010

A guy keeps on pinching my car space

A guy keeps on pinching my car space
1, 2

Carmel, I nearly fell off the sofa ::wornout:: "Park" as a noun is "công viên" (green open public space, or as in…

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Carmel
Apr 12, 2010 9:59 am
Carmel
Belial
Belial
13 April 2010

Brake in through the Roof!

Brake in through the Roof!

You could add a hasp and padlock from inside the house, other option is putting on 4 sliding bolts, one on each side so it needs to be unlocked (via the padlock or bolt)…

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Belial
Apr 13, 2010 9:59 pm
Belial
Hels
Hels
30 April 2010

Security door and flyscreens - SE melbourne

Security door and flyscreens - SE melbourne

Thanks for your replies.... Hels, I had a look at their website and i noticed they do interior blinds as well. Did you use them for that by…

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Hels
Apr 30, 2010 11:59 pm
Hels
AJW
AJW
4 June 2010

A question about alarms sending text messages

A question about alarms sending text messages

Hello All, I have seen some alarm systems that alert you by text message when there is an intruder in the house. What are you meant to do…

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AJW
Jun 04, 2010 5:28 pm
ECOECO
ECOECO
29 June 2010

Security Meshes for security doors

Security Meshes for security doors

There are many more grilles/meshes including galvanised steel which is much cheaper. I would ignore the corrosion comment, the same guarantee applies. The security of…

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ECOECO
Jun 29, 2010 9:04 am
ECOECO
Pipe
Pipe
15 July 2010

motion sensor or low wattage light

motion sensor or low wattage light

You could go with a motion sensor and using low wattage CFL bulbs. If its a par38 fitting the are CFL equivalents. They take a little while to get to full brightness but…

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Pipe
Jul 15, 2010 12:27 pm
draco76
draco76
11 August 2010

Carlisle Oxford 23 house

Carlisle Oxford 23 house

Hi, I am planning to build Carlisle Oxford 23 house without seeing a display home. As I know they don't have one for display. If someone…

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draco76
Aug 11, 2010 8:18 pm
Greenhaven
Greenhaven
25 August 2010

Budget security screens in Brisbane?

Budget security screens in Brisbane?

Thanks OMG and Pebbles. I have contacted Budget Blinds and will see how we go. Much appreciated.

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Greenhaven
Aug 25, 2010 6:52 pm
Greenhaven
Nathanial
Nathanial
27 August 2010

Recommend an installer South of Adelaide?

Recommend an installer South of Adelaide?

24 views and not one suggestion? individual or company? i guess us south aussies arent very security conscious :-s

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Nathanial
Aug 27, 2010 5:04 pm
TheOK
TheOK
31 August 2010

Digital Door Locks

Digital Door Locks

I'm told that doors with fingerprint locks are the easiest to break into, all that's needed is a cigarette lighter...presto The reason is???? ..you guessed it ...in case…

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TheOK
Aug 31, 2010 9:37 pm
TheOK
TUBBYM
TUBBYM
6 September 2010

Is this a good deal? - Bosch Solution 16i system

Is this a good deal? - Bosch Solution 16i system

Hi, the price seems a little steep, but it does depend on a few things have you finished your house, or is it at frame stage?

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TUBBYM
Sep 06, 2010 2:49 pm
kexkez
kexkez
6 September 2010

Swann Wallmount Video Doorbell

Swann Wallmount Video Doorbell

no idea sorry. at the time I posted this there had been a discussion about video phone/doorbells so I posted the thread. It was over a year ago now.

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kexkez
Sep 06, 2010 10:48 pm
kexkez
TUBBYM
TUBBYM
7 September 2010

Alarm Options - 4 X 2 in perth

Alarm Options - 4 X 2 in perth

just to give u an idea of the price, the company I work for has a basic package which is $990 including, which is 2 PIR's internal/External sirens, keypad, NX 8 panel.…

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TUBBYM
Sep 07, 2010 3:16 pm
Databoom
Databoom
9 September 2010

Recomended Alarm installer

Recomended Alarm installer

Hi, Anyone has a recommendation for Alarm installer. Ive got a quote from Matison Security ( http://www.matisonsecurity.com.au/ ). Has anyone ever…

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Databoom
Sep 09, 2010 6:53 pm
Turri
Turri
13 September 2010

DAS NX8 or Bosch Solutions 16i

DAS NX8 or Bosch Solutions 16i

Can anyone tell me what the price for a package of the NX8 in Melbourne?

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Turri
Sep 13, 2010 3:59 pm
TUBBYM
TUBBYM
13 September 2010

Video door phone intercom

Video door phone intercom

No worries, happy to help

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TUBBYM
Sep 13, 2010 4:58 pm
Bagheera
Bagheera
15 September 2010

Replacing video intercom

Replacing video intercom

jt72 sorry for highjacking your thread but I have a question for Databoom... I'm in the west and building a single level house - I allowed for conduits for outdoor…

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Bagheera
Sep 15, 2010 12:42 pm
rubber_noggin
rubber_noggin
15 September 2010

wireless alarm system

wireless alarm system

::dizzy:: Der

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rubber_noggin
Sep 15, 2010 1:25 pm
rubber_noggin
7eleven
7eleven
16 September 2010

Wireless Remote with Bosch Solution 16plus

Wireless Remote with Bosch Solution 16plus

Hi guys, I had my bosch alarm installed but now I want to be able to operate garage doors with a wireless remote. Is there an easy way for me to program one of the spare…

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7eleven
Sep 16, 2010 5:25 pm
rob_phill
rob_phill
20 September 2010

Need urgent advise on security screen

Need urgent advise on security screen

which brand of screen has the best visibility? not much info on these on the internet unfortunately.

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rob_phill
Sep 20, 2010 11:30 pm
Nathan SteelFab
Nathan SteelFab
21 September 2010

Proper installation for fire safety box

Proper installation for fire safety box

Why the new thread? Anyway, can you get access under the floor? We have the same situation, I just got a quote on the large safe, $350 so well priced they say that it…

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Nathan SteelFab
Sep 21, 2010 11:57 am
Nathan SteelFab
House_of_Dreams
House_of_Dreams
12 October 2010

Is this a good home security deal?

Is this a good home security deal?

Just a warning about some of those people that door knock. There have been cases where these people in fact have been crooks casing out potential victim's. When I built my…

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House_of_Dreams
Oct 12, 2010 11:07 am
House_of_Dreams
digamma
digamma
12 October 2010

Would this system be any good?

Would this system be any good?

That's very similar to the system I bought. I think mine has a couple of extra bits and a different style siren. You won't be disappointed with it, but put the keypad…

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digamma
Oct 12, 2010 7:17 pm
digamma
esm
esm
16 November 2010

Hills Reliance Alarm - Where to Buy Remote Controls?

Hills Reliance Alarm - Where to Buy Remote Controls?

as a rule hills will not sell to unlicensed people nor will other suppliers, the person offering minimum 20 is unrealistic, contact me and I…

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esm
Nov 16, 2010 2:23 pm
TheShed
TheShed
20 November 2010

Sydney Safest Suburbs?

Sydney Safest Suburbs?

Unfortunately sleepy coastal towns have criminals too. I live in one and there is a number of thefts from houses and cars, though many because of an open window or…

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TheShed
Nov 20, 2010 10:14 pm
kb46
kb46
24 December 2010

How Secure Can Breezeway Glass Louvre's Be?

How Secure Can Breezeway Glass Louvre's Be?

If you want to leave them open when you are out you could use crimsafe flyscreens (or similar in another brand). We have louvres throughout our new house. When they are…

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kb46
Dec 24, 2010 5:57 pm
gpierce
gpierce
6 January 2011

Safety Switches RCD (Melb Northern Suburbs)

Safety Switches RCD (Melb Northern Suburbs)

Definitely a doorbell transformer. Had that exact same one in our old house.

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gpierce
Jan 06, 2011 10:19 am
donuts
donuts
16 January 2011

Where do you store your lighter?

Where do you store your lighter?

if you have an integrated rangehood, I find that little narrow cupboard in front of/above it handy for things like candles, matches and lighters.

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donuts
Jan 16, 2011 5:11 pm
donuts
kamranshakil
kamranshakil
19 January 2011

What's new in the world of security?

What's new in the world of security?

I like these products... has anyone used…

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kamranshakil
Jan 19, 2011 7:42 pm
blueblueblue
blueblueblue
24 January 2011

Staircase lighting - what do you like and/or recommend?

Staircase lighting - what do you like and/or recommend?

Thanks for that lisanne. Feel free to delete this thread.

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blueblueblue
Jan 24, 2011 10:48 am
LazyStick
LazyStick
3 February 2011

Deadlocks scare me, are there any alternatives?

Deadlocks scare me, are there any alternatives?
1, 2, 3

First, you have to know that a determined robber can break into just about any lock there is. So your job is to make it harder for them so that they'll just pass on your…

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LazyStick
Feb 03, 2011 7:00 pm
ledgend80
ledgend80
5 February 2011

Magnetic cupboard/drawer locks for child safety

Magnetic cupboard/drawer locks for child safety

i think they need to be at the top for a couple of reasons. 1 if you put the latch at the bootom of the door then the child could possible pull the top half of the door…

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ledgend80
Feb 05, 2011 3:09 pm
Databoom
Databoom
10 February 2011

video intercoms

video intercoms

Bticino are a very good unit I have been installing them for ten years and have had no complaints, DAS also have a good IP device that is new to the market, I will be…

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Databoom
Feb 10, 2011 12:52 pm
Databoom
Databoom
10 February 2011

Bushfire areas - water tanks

Bushfire areas - water tanks

we have to have 225000L, the best place to locate it (if you are using it to supply water to the house) is level with the house that way the pump can be a smaller one…

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Databoom
Feb 10, 2011 1:05 pm
Databoom
Databoom
10 February 2011

Wired Security System setup..experts, pls help

Wired Security System setup..experts, pls help

most keypads use three wires these days, the keypad should be mounted near the point of entry, this minimises the need to isolate certain areas when leaving (unless force…

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Databoom
Feb 10, 2011 1:20 pm
draco76
draco76
21 February 2011

hills nx8 auto comms test

hills nx8 auto comms test

thanks paul. will try this tomorrow..

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draco76
Feb 21, 2011 11:37 pm
Whatalass
Whatalass
19 March 2011

Side gate retrofit security/ pool usage?

Side gate retrofit security/ pool usage?

We are about to move into our new (old!) house. Every other house we have lived in has had alarms, secure gates etc. At the moment this house has zip. Also the house is on…

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Whatalass
Mar 19, 2011 1:41 pm
paulw11
paulw11
20 March 2011

Another keypad or remote fobs?

Another keypad or remote fobs?

Most alarm systems are set up to open garage doors by connecting directly to…

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paulw11
Mar 20, 2011 8:24 am
deeps
deeps
2 April 2011

Door bell with camera?

Door bell with camera?
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Plenty of these on eBay. However, I require two cameras, one regular without audio or doorbell (just to keep an eye on the front porch), and then one as a doorbell/intercom

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deeps
Apr 02, 2011 1:33 pm
Databoom
Databoom
10 April 2011

video intercom system

video intercom system

Hi, I'm an IT manager and need some advice on setting up an intercom system for my office. I'd like a camera system so reception can see…

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Databoom
Apr 10, 2011 9:44 pm
thechengman
thechengman
22 May 2011

Ness Alarm Factory Reset - Please Help!

Ness Alarm Factory Reset - Please Help!

Worked like a charm! Thanks very much Paul!

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thechengman
May 22, 2011 8:56 pm
westom
westom
26 May 2011

Safety Switches / Surge Protection

Safety Switches / Surge Protection
1, 2

The protector itself does not do any…

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westom
May 26, 2011 2:48 am
Eskay40
Eskay40
15 July 2011

Thinking about adding a wireless intercom...

Thinking about adding a wireless intercom...

No, to use a wireless screen, the base unit would have to have a wireless transmitter built into it, as well as the hardwired part.

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Eskay40
Jul 15, 2011 6:37 pm
Eskay40
rramesh
rramesh
18 August 2011

Lockwood Nexion - Keyless Door Locks

Lockwood Nexion - Keyless Door Locks

@a320_pilot - I just placed an order with these guys http://digitaldoorlocks.com.au/Products-Home_Locks.html and I cannot get a response for when my order will be…

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rramesh
Aug 18, 2011 11:04 am
TUBBYM
TUBBYM
19 August 2011

I want to disconect and replace my alarm - No user manual!

I want to disconect and replace my alarm - No user manual!

$899 installed is actually a little steep for a Ness Wireless system

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TUBBYM
Aug 19, 2011 11:47 pm
Big Nath
Big Nath
27 August 2011

Security Screen Doors -Perth

Security Screen Doors -Perth

Summit Security in Canning Vale, Western Australia (08) 9475 0290 (08) 6254 2275 U5/ 95 Bannister Rd Canning Vale WA 6155 They have the best quality screens. Ask for…

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Big Nath
Aug 27, 2011 10:27 am
Big Nath
Jonesy_sa
Jonesy_sa
5 September 2011

Which alarm for DIY small home?

Which alarm for DIY small home?

Hi all, I didn't realise buying a house would be so time consuming!!! Anyhow, i have had some time to look at things and was wondering if i could get everyone's thoughts.…

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Jonesy_sa
Sep 05, 2011 10:46 pm
Zarli
Zarli
8 October 2011

Who else gets computer virus hoax calls?

Who else gets computer virus hoax calls?

Put on my best indian accent and play the dumb computer user for a while :D

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Zarli
Oct 08, 2011 8:57 pm
Zarli

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