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rosewood
rosewood
12 March 2013

Stolen hot water system. Security ideas?

Stolen hot water system. Security ideas?
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so its obvious that trades are pinching them is it ! I would suggest that its just jerks that are selling them in pubs & not for any particular job at all. There are…

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rosewood
Mar 12, 2013 10:24 pm
rosewood
spottie
spottie
22 February 2013

Some advice needed in regard to alarm system for new home

Some advice needed in regard to alarm system for new home

Well we won't be having evap cooling - we are in NSW and its not really the norm here. About 50% of our windows are awning windows, so I don't even know if reed switches…

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spottie
Feb 22, 2013 8:13 pm
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
10 February 2013

Audio / Visual Door Bell and Lock Gate

Audio / Visual Door Bell and Lock Gate

Bunnings have a great wifi bell with a number of "ringers" - place one in house - one on alfresco.. You could put the button on the gate I guess. Also got video types. …

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Saint Mike
Feb 10, 2013 10:47 am
Saint Mike
jazzy_
jazzy_
14 January 2013

Recommend an Audio Intercom

Recommend an Audio Intercom

Thanks rocketship! We did consider the video intercom, but it's really not necessary for us. I will take a look at the PSA ones. Cheers

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jazzy_
Jan 14, 2013 9:16 pm

Sure there is: A…

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akashra
Jan 01, 2013 4:19 pm
JagSRK
JagSRK
20 December 2012

Please recommend a smart looking video door inercom

Please recommend a smart looking video door inercom

Hi Everyone, I recently come across this door intercom called DoorBot with lot of features. this is product is still in making.

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JagSRK
Dec 20, 2012 1:32 pm
read1
read1
11 December 2012

Wireless home alarms

Wireless home alarms

Where would you recommend to get some wireless alarms in SE Melbourne?

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read1
Dec 11, 2012 10:05 am
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
9 December 2012

Security door on front of new house - how to choose?

Security door on front of new house - how to choose?

They can get in no matter what you do - but amplimesh etc is good IMO. Especially if you like to sleep with a door/window open to allow air to flow. The extra piece of…

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Saint Mike
Dec 09, 2012 10:10 am
Saint Mike
MalinViktoria
MalinViktoria
6 December 2012

Crimsafe in Brisbane

Crimsafe in Brisbane

We are getting our crimsafe screens from Outlook.

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MalinViktoria
Dec 06, 2012 5:56 pm
MalinViktoria
MR2
MR2
2 December 2012

Recommend a CCTV System to me - 4 Cameras ?

Recommend a CCTV System to me - 4 Cameras ?

a few basics... you need to start with the infrastructure, all Security systems are now IP based (no more coax) so you'll essentially be running cat 5 to each camera, I…

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MR2
Dec 02, 2012 7:24 pm
MR2
MR2
MR2
2 December 2012

Security camera that streams over the internet

Security camera that streams over the internet
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For everyone still looking into this, can I suggest this thread: http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-re ... ?t=1713089 it covers pretty much exactly what most people…

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MR2
Dec 02, 2012 7:04 pm
MR2
iDarren
iDarren
26 November 2012

Setting up security cams - legal advice sought - Victoria

Setting up security cams - legal advice sought - Victoria

In short you cannot legally record audio or visual activity of a private activity that you are not involved in. It would be debatable on…

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iDarren
Nov 26, 2012 10:56 pm
mynameisjonas
mynameisjonas
25 November 2012

Home Alarm System

Home Alarm System

Where is your place? Is it a high crime area? I wouldnt worry about it too much. Spend the money on a front fence and gate so that it makes it harder for potential crooks…

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mynameisjonas
Nov 25, 2012 11:50 pm
shai
shai
29 October 2012

Anyone who has experience w/ Insec Security in Melbourne?

Anyone who has experience w/ Insec Security in Melbourne?

Last week they have started work so hopefully this week i will see some work on site may be they will start slab. your house is looking almost complete..when you are…

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shai
Oct 29, 2012 9:41 am
kjbt
kjbt
15 October 2012

Alarm System

Alarm System

I was after a multi-camera system, with good quality cameras/playback, with sensor alerts and the ability to specify which cameras record, when they record, and recording…

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kjbt
Oct 15, 2012 7:37 pm
paulw11
paulw11
6 October 2012

Ness M1 Gold Security Installer in Melbourne

Ness M1 Gold Security Installer in Melbourne

As I installed it myself I was able to source the unit myself. I saved quite a bit by importing an Elk M1 (exactly the same beast) and keypads from the U.S. try

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paulw11
Oct 06, 2012 8:59 pm
Narangba
Narangba
28 September 2012

Panther protect security doors

Panther protect security doors

Good Day, I work for Panther Protect. Thank you for considering Panther Protect. For security screen / mesh doors and windows, the differentiating factors are how the…

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Narangba
Sep 28, 2012 9:53 am
esjl2809
esjl2809
10 August 2012

Buying PIR's from the UK and alarm monitoring, and good?

Buying PIR's from the UK and alarm monitoring, and good?

Hi everyone, I am in the process of upgrading my alarm system as going abroad real soon. As I am strictly working to budget, most of the hardware for the alarm is…

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esjl2809
Aug 10, 2012 6:51 pm
paulw11
paulw11
23 July 2012

PIR or roller garage reed??

PIR or roller garage reed??

Hi I have both, but if you had to choose one I would go for the reed. The PIR is set up as a "follower" zone - this means if it triggers after an entry zone (the door)…

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paulw11
Jul 24, 2012 12:08 am
stormjr
stormjr
23 July 2012

Cats, their claws & metal security flyscreens (eg Crimsafe)

Cats, their claws & metal security flyscreens (eg Crimsafe)

The problem you may find is if it is a metal screen for bushfire reasons then I think the openings are not allowed to be larger than 3mm! Inherently a cat can scratch and…

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stormjr
Jul 23, 2012 3:33 pm
nrh157
nrh157
20 July 2012

swann video intercoms - anyone used them before?

swann video intercoms - anyone used them before?

We have a Swann in our home, different model though. We bought it early on during build, snuck onto site before sheeting went up & laid the cable from front door area…

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nrh157
Jul 20, 2012 7:55 am
nrh157
esjl2809
esjl2809
18 July 2012

upgrading hills networx nx4 to either hills reliance nx8/12

upgrading hills networx nx4 to either hills reliance nx8/12

Hi Paulw11 and tubbyM, thanks for your kind feedback. To TubbyM, if I am not a tradesperson, can purchase be made directly from DAS? I am looking at purchasing a nx12…

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esjl2809
Jul 18, 2012 2:23 am
dale3204
dale3204
8 July 2012

Reduce Household Fires

Reduce Household Fires

Fire safety is basically being alert and informed about all kinds of hazards. If you are diligent about safety and encourage everyone in the house to pay attention to…

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dale3204
Jul 08, 2012 5:14 pm
paulw11
paulw11
18 June 2012

Alarm cabling basics?

Alarm cabling basics?

Hi Firstly, in Australia if you intend to connect your alarm to the telephone network then all cabling must be installed by an ACMA registered cabler. Theoretically, if…

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paulw11
Jun 18, 2012 1:10 pm
Natalie_Moore
Natalie_Moore
15 June 2012

Security screens

Security screens

It probably isnt available because that kind of installation would not pass Australian Standards and could not be called a security product, therefore there is no market for it.

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Natalie_Moore
Jun 15, 2012 2:42 pm
jameskrd
jameskrd
17 May 2012

Security alarm installer

Security alarm installer

Hello, Looking to install a security system to my house in Mernda. Those who already installed or know some good installer give contact details please.(if possible model…

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jameskrd
May 17, 2012 11:32 pm
NEWLYWEDS
NEWLYWEDS
16 May 2012

simple video intercom systems, where in sydney

simple video intercom systems, where in sydney

House is built and is single story... so running the wires though the roof shouldnt be too hard. The only hard thing is the video door bell which needs to mount to the…

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NEWLYWEDS
May 16, 2012 1:33 pm
Databoom
Databoom
13 May 2012

I Want To Install An Alarm But Dont Know Where To Start

I Want To Install An Alarm But Dont Know Where To Start

Hi, Im moving into my first Australian home very soon and want to install an alarm. The house is already built and is approx 5 years old. I…

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Databoom
May 13, 2012 2:23 pm
Databoom
Databoom
13 May 2012

Fire Refuge/Wine Cellar

Fire Refuge/Wine Cellar

We are looking to build a custom design home in the Perth Hills near a national park and…

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Databoom
May 13, 2012 1:58 pm
dvestate
dvestate
15 April 2012

Fence lock that can open from both side

Fence lock that can open from both side

Had the d&d one for 4 years and there is nothing wrong with it, same condition as when it was installed and easy to install and use 2

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dvestate
Apr 15, 2012 9:24 pm
Broom
Broom
27 March 2012

home alarm: That talks?

home alarm: That talks?

Our "Hills" alarm talks to us. Doesn't say anything such as "intruder alert" but it talks as you are making different settings, reads out the menu & it says if you are…

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Broom
Mar 27, 2012 5:32 pm
Broom
chatterbox
chatterbox
22 February 2012

Just a reminder SMOKE ALARMS do you have both kinds ?

Just a reminder SMOKE ALARMS do you have both kinds ?

dont forget that now in all new builds you have to have 240volt alarms with battery backup....

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chatterbox
Feb 22, 2012 2:00 pm
paulw11
paulw11
10 February 2012

security lights, sensors and alarms

security lights, sensors and alarms

Hi As long as the Bosch alarm can activate a relay in an alarm condition (I think it can - it is a fairly standard feature) then you can get your electrician to wire the…

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paulw11
Feb 10, 2012 7:36 pm
wrexter
wrexter
10 February 2012

Nisbet Security Systems and Protect 1 - Share your experienc

Nisbet Security Systems and Protect 1 - Share your experienc

Good experience with Nisbet, i have to call them back soon to finish up my install as the could not complete the SMS calling ability as i didnt have a phone line yet.

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wrexter
Feb 10, 2012 4:15 pm
wrexter
cenemelectrical
cenemelectrical
6 February 2012

Looking for a video door bell security system

Looking for a video door bell security system

Hello, i didnt know that, i will take a look. Thanks

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cenemelectrical
Feb 06, 2012 7:26 pm
cenemelectrical
cenemelectrical
5 February 2012

NESS SECURITY PRODUCTS

NESS SECURITY PRODUCTS

you can still install a d8x into an existing home without wires! you will just need an rf interface possibly an extension aerial depending on the building, and all the…

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cenemelectrical
Feb 05, 2012 8:40 pm
cenemelectrical
cenemelectrical
5 February 2012

CCTV for new home -- which one??

CCTV for new home -- which one??

Go to Ness corporation in nunawading and look at their external dome range... they have a 520TVL IR dome line for under 190.00 each! Bosch also have the same as above for…

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cenemelectrical
Feb 05, 2012 8:37 pm
cenemelectrical
cenemelectrical
5 February 2012

Aiphone and video intercom

Aiphone and video intercom

Aiphone and kocom are great!! We install look-c ( about 3-4 per month ), have never had any problems with them, good price aswell http://www.lookc.com.au/ hope this helped

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cenemelectrical
Feb 05, 2012 8:35 pm
sij
sij
2 February 2012

Is this system or quote any good? PIR or REED Sesnsors?

Is this system or quote any good? PIR or REED Sesnsors?

ya wrexter who did you go through? PM me the quote you were given if you could.

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sij
Feb 02, 2012 5:16 pm
Eiffel
Eiffel
31 January 2012

Jaycar Video Intercom Weatherproofness

Jaycar Video Intercom Weatherproofness

Not yet....I'd put researching that on the backburner but am about to start looking again..... :th: :th:

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Eiffel
Jan 31, 2012 5:40 pm
Eiffel
rajan_g4
rajan_g4
10 January 2012

Telstra interim wireless with alarm panel

Telstra interim wireless with alarm panel

Thought so. I found this doco on one other thread. Telstra doco. Check out Section 13.2 It says 'will not support alarm panel ' http://www.telstra.com.au/smart-communi…

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rajan_g4
Jan 10, 2012 11:54 am
rajan_g4
rajan_g4
rajan_g4
10 January 2012

Extra sensor - in garage or bedroom ???

Extra sensor - in garage or bedroom ???

Thanks Databoom. Yeah, sticking to my original plan. sensor in the garage :-)

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rajan_g4
Jan 10, 2012 9:11 am
rajan_g4
Raleighfarm
Raleighfarm
21 December 2011

Key Locks on Children's Bedrooms

Key Locks on Children's Bedrooms
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Never thought of that kk.

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Raleighfarm
Dec 21, 2011 2:07 pm
Raleighfarm
Trewman
Trewman
9 December 2011

Destructive MBR Worm attacks Computers Worldwide

Destructive MBR Worm attacks Computers Worldwide

A clear message to non computer knowledgable people is dont click something if you didnt intend to goto it or download it and ALWAYS read popups/messages/URLs etc my…

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Trewman
Dec 09, 2011 4:25 pm
mr.21
mr.21
6 December 2011

Fixed Window Security Screen

Fixed Window Security Screen

Hey guys, i heard about fixed window security screen a while ago. i have given it a lot of thoughts but i still couldn't understand how it works? it is almost certain that…

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mr.21
Dec 06, 2011 10:54 am
mr.21
ope126
ope126
12 November 2011

Alarm system on the Gold Coast - is this a good price or DIY

Alarm system on the Gold Coast - is this a good price or DIY

What was the model code of the Bosch Wireless System?

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ope126
Nov 12, 2011 12:25 am
Prometheus_au
Prometheus_au
3 November 2011

Extra CodePad for Hills R8 Alarm system

Extra CodePad for Hills R8 Alarm system

Easy As... Connected the three wires, reprogrammed from scratch - as my installer changed the "Go to Programming" code, tested and working like a charm. The…

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Prometheus_au
Nov 03, 2011 7:52 pm
Databoom
Databoom
22 October 2011

Provision for future security system?

Provision for future security system?

Hi, I am about to start building but was thinking that some time down the road I may like to put in a security system. Is there anything I can do…

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Databoom
Oct 22, 2011 1:22 pm
Databoom
Databoom
22 October 2011

Advise needed. Recommendation for wireless outdoor camera?

Advise needed. Recommendation for wireless outdoor camera?

Did a bit of research on this, no a great deal but just enough to know what I am looking for. I need some expert advise as to what brand/type to choose. I…

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Databoom
Oct 22, 2011 1:16 pm

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