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Old 12-11-2011, 09:22 AM   #2
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Originally Posted by SAMIAM View Post
I disagree that a pro can get past any system. Frontpoint makes a system that has a battery pack and built in cell phone. It operates a little differently than some of the others. When a sensor is tripped, it calls immediately and only the password can stop it. Others have a time lapse before calling as they wait for the password so a bad guy can smash the control box if he knows where it is.
With Frontpoint, you can cut all the wires, smash the box and it still calls and starts the siren and flashing lights within 30 seconds.
Don't really know how you'd get around that but maybe someone can figure it out.
Cell service hammers are already pretty common in the realm of even semi-pro thieves. I can't give out specific details, but a couple of banks have been dealing with some hits on ATM locations where thieves are jamming the cellphone dialers.

The closest thing to impenetrable in a consumer or mid to high end system right now is a constantly monitored system where the remote CS can get an alert if the comms are interrupted for any reason.

Your system also doesn't add much value to the smash and grab events. It's amazing how long 3 minutes is. Also, that system is going to trip with EVERY entry by the homeowner. So, there is already going to be a delay from the CS in terms of handling the alarm, so the first 30 seconds is still 'free'. Then 1 minute for event handling. 45 seconds to relay the alarm to the local police, then 3-20 minutes for action from the Police, that is if they still respond without video verified events.

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