EAC Fire & Security upgraded an existing intruder alarm at a home in Oakdale, Poole. We removed the old Honeywell control panel and fitted a hybrid Orisec alarm system, combining the property’s existing wired motion sensors with new wireless detection.
The upgrade also included a new vertical keypad, contacts on three doors and a replacement external bell box.
Replacing the Honeywell Panel with a Hybrid Orisec System
The hybrid setup allowed us to keep the existing wired motion sensors in use and add wireless detectors in the bedrooms without running new cables to those rooms. Several of the wired sensors had come loose from their fixings, so we secured them back to the walls as part of the upgrade.
We also fitted a new vertical Orisec keypad to match the format of the previous keypad and suit its existing position.
New Bedroom Motion Sensors, Door Contacts and External Sounder
We installed three wireless motion sensors in the bedrooms and fitted alarm contacts to three doors. The door contacts detect when a monitored door opens while its zone is armed, while the motion sensors detect movement inside the home.
We replaced the external bell box, also known as the SAB, to provide an audible warning outside the property if the alarm activates.
Full-Set and Part-Set Alarm Programming
We programmed the system with full-set and multiple part-set options. Full set arms all zones assigned to that mode, while part set lets the homeowner arm selected areas while continuing to use other parts of the house. Having more than one part-set option gives the household flexibility for different routines, including overnight use.
Intruder Alarm Upgrades in Oakdale and Poole
A hybrid alarm can be a practical choice when you want to add detection and make use of suitable equipment already installed in your home. We assess existing systems and explain which devices can be kept and which need replacing. Explore our intruder alarm installation and upgrade services or our alarm maintenance and repairs.
If you’re planning an alarm upgrade in Oakdale or the wider Poole area, contact EAC Fire & Security to discuss your existing system or arrange a visit.
