can this be used for cheap wireless home security using a usb battery pack?
1644586
I don't think it's a good idea to use it as a home security device. I have put it on the dashboard. It is really good during the daytime, but it is hardly seen on the screen at night. The quality of the recording at night is terrible.
519947
No they cannot, I perfeer that they dont, wireless means batteries and if your application for this system is home security rather than a business you will have to climb up a latter and change the batteries at least every 6 months. I dont know where you live but for me changing batteries in the middle of January would really suck
1234499
From your description of the problem It sounds like it would. Just remember if you have a secure wireless network you will need to set the WEP key first by connecting the device to your computer.
349817
I would say yes since it suffers poor cell construction leading to low or insufficient voltage. Just dont let it near your wallet.
662214
Yes, from what I've seen it is zigbee as well, I'm guessing you could hardwire thro USB or a serial port if you wanted something a bit cheaper and easier to implement
2145096
I believe your codes will work, you just won't be able to see any information on the app in your phone or on your computer. You can have one of these locks installed and not be tied in to any home electronic security system. What will affect the codes working is if the battery in the lock runs down. That's more important.
2037115
I don't see why not.... I don't know how many digits your telephone #'s are if you wanted to use the automatic call back feature. This alarm can store 5 different telephone #'s that are up to 8 digits long.Everything is wireless, you can use it practically anywhere you've got electricity.I plan on purchasing another one for our weekend cabin and using a small battery backup system that can recharge via a single LV Solar Panel.
1008059
It will only work if your existing home security system is a DSC brand. Before you program your DSC system, you will need the 4-digit Installer's Code to access the programming section of the operating system. Is your system capable of wireless operation? If you can access Section 804 and the keypad responds with several quick chirps, then the wireless circuitry exists in your system. If instead you get one, long beep (i.e. error tone), then you will need a DSC wireless receiver or keypad with wireless receiver built-in. But EVERYTHING has to be DSC ! ! !
1939897
I would not recommend it. The batteries are backup if there is elect service interruption.
1049653
I don't know what your security system is but I believe it should work just fine. I your security system has an Ethernet interface it should work. Just make sure it's not a regular phone connection. Phone plugs are smaller but look alike but I have seems people plug in the bigger Ethernet cable and cause a problem. In that case, it would not work. If you do try it, there may be other setup things that you have to do before your system is functional. You should test it before you trust it to automatically call fire and police. Lives could be at stake.
1608977
It depends on the hardware setup you use. I have a proprietary "security gateway" box that is compatible with this item; the interface is via the web so a PC is not required in my case. However, if your security or surveillance system depends on local hardware/software, you may not have the same situation.
1895906
i didn't try it on a 24/7 basis. my suggestion is you can try to plug also with a surge protector so that it will protect you home.
878573
It would work and don't forgert like I did...well I really did not forget..I did not know...you need a wireless keypad and wireless mouseIt would work and be very functionalMaria
330363
Sure, as long as your USB supplies 5V power, which most USB do, it is worth a try, as its only taking power, it wont work if there is no power, and there wont be any damages which I encountered, though you try at your risk.
476164
Yes. Usb cable is always your best back up plan since you can't always depend on a wireless connection.
1408535
Not with the cable provided. Since USB does not support higher voltage and amperage required by the detector it will not typically work. USB is only 5V where the accessory plug is 12V. If there is a resistor in the 12 plug it might be possible but I have never measure the voltage value.
2031480
Absolutely, this need very little power, you many connect it to your Notebook USB also