On Fri, 28 Jan 2005 23:42:18 +0000, Lurch
wrote:

On Fri, 28 Jan 2005 13:44:35 +0000, Mark strung
together this:


I'm planning to install my own wired alarm system. I plan to buy the
components to exactly suit my needs rather than buy a 'turnkey'
system.

Can anyone recommend an on-line supplier as an alternative to TLC and
CPC ?

You may as well go with TLC, the ADE panels are pretty good for DIY
installs as the programming is a piece of ****.

Regarding control panel and PIRs, are there any brands to avoid, or
any brands that are particularly good. (For good read reliable).

Well, see above!

Appreciate any feedback, particularly if there are any alrm engineers
out there.

Personally, I wouldn't advise anyone to fit their own alarm as there's
more to designing, fitting and commisioning an effective system than
most people think.

I'm sure you're right about this, but I'll settle for a "satisfactory"
system. I was willing to have an alarm company install a system for me
but I've been quoted £550 for a panel, 3 PIRs and a door switch, using
my existing wiring. I think I'll be struggling to spend £150 on these
parts even if I buy the 'top end' components. I don't need a serviced
system for the paltry £2 a month discount my insurance company will
give me. This is the whole point of DIY isn't it?

So Lurch, you sound like you know your way around an alarm system, how
about some tips -)

Mark