GeoArm's DIY Security Systems Blog

A vulnerability of all alarm panels is that intruders have a fair amount of time to find and destroy a panel before it reports the intrusion to the central station. With All-in-one alarm panels, this risk is even higher because the system is usually located near the door where the user can get easy access [...]

This is an actual video clip captured by a Videofied system and transmitted to GeoArm’s central station. This individual was in the process of burglarizing a construction site north of Tampa, FL. When your security system leads to the capture of potential criminals (especially when they have been previously burglarized) it leads to some seriously [...]

Honeywell AlarmNet has released a new application for Total Connect allowing users more control of their security system from their iPhone or iPod Touch. There is a new application that provides video services as well as additional interactive functions, called “TotalConnect” instead of “MyKeypad”. This application is available for free download via the App Store [...]

GeoArm Security is now offering Uplink cellular alarm monitoring service from just $20 per month. Since 1996, Uplink, a division of Numerex, has been providing wireless alarm communication services. Using the GSM network, Uplink cellular alarm communicators carry your alarm signals wirelessly to the Network Operations Center, and then passed on to GeoArm’s central alarm [...]

RSI Videofied is bringing its signature video alarm monitoring to additional central stations including CMS and Mace CSSS. There is increasing demand for the video verification of alarms which videofied provides, ensuring quicker police response, and eliminating false alarms. According to Keith Jentoft, president of RSI, the New York City Police have indicated that they [...]

The new L3000PK LYNX Plus wireless security system from Honeywell is now available! Introduced earlier this year, the LYNX Plus from Honeywell is the security industry’s first self-contained wireless residential system that internally supports two-way voice capabilities over GSM and an integrated signal-strength meter. LYNX Plus is a combination control panel, keypad, siren, dialer, two-way [...]

There really is no easy answer for whether your alarm system will work over a VoIP line, but we will do our best to help you figure it out. The good news is that many alarm providers, including GeoArm are compatible with security systems communicating using a VoIP line. Alarm systems with telephone dialers were [...]

This week, Alarm.com counted the billionth activity monitoring message received by its Network Operations Center from an Alarm.com customer security system. Vienna, Virginia – Alarm.com, the industry leader in wireless, web and mobile technology for remote monitoring and control of home and business security systems, today announced that it has just processed its billionth activity [...]

GeoArm is pleased to announce that our Alarm.com service has added an EZinstall feature for the remote video surveillance monitoring service. The new EZinstall feature from Alarm.com Simplifies the video camera installation process by eliminating the need for technicians to perform network configuration. It also extends the availability of Alarm.com Video to a broader segment [...]

Signing up for alarm monitoring service from GeoArm can actually be a money saving opportunity! Most homeowners insurance providers acknowledge that having a professionally monitored security system improves the safety of your home by giving discounts. A monitored alarm system can actually save you over 20% on your homeowners insurance premiums, depending upon your provider. [...]