Hey everyone, my ADT contract is finally ending, and I’m looking to switch to a self-monitored or lower-cost system. My friend suggested Ring for self-monitoring, but I’m wondering if I can reuse any of my current ADT equipment.
Here’s my current setup:
AIOGENPAN Command touchscreen panel
SIXCOA carbon monoxide detector
SIXSMOKEVA smoke detector
SIXCTA door/window contacts
SIXGBA glass break detector
L4 LITE CMD outdoor cameras
I’m open to all recommendations as long as they don’t involve sticking with ADT. What’s the best way to move forward?
Unfortunately, everything you have is locked to ADT and can’t be used with another system. Ring and other consumer-grade setups aren’t as reliable for real security or fire/CO protection in my opinion.
Jesus said:
Unfortunately, your ADT system is completely locked down, so you won’t be able to use any of it elsewhere. Ring would still be a downgrade, though.
@Richard
For one, Ring’s smoke and CO detectors are only meant for supplemental coverage, not primary life safety. It says so in the documentation that comes with them.
If you want to keep it simple, check if your cameras support RTSP or another open standard. If so, you could repurpose them with a different security setup like Blue Iris or Home Assistant.