EAC Fire & Security recently completed an intruder alarm upgrade at a domestic property in Upton, Poole, replacing an old Scantronic alarm system that had finally given up.
The existing system had become unreliable and was no longer giving the customer the level of protection or functionality they needed. Our engineers replaced it with a modern Texecom Premier Elite 24 intruder alarm system, complete with SmartCom app integration for remote access and alerts.
The Project
The property had an older Scantronic alarm system installed, but the panel had reached the end of its working life.
As well as the system failure, the existing alarm had limited zones available. This meant several areas of the property had been wired in series, with multiple detection devices grouped together on the same circuit.
While this may have worked on the older setup, it limited how accurately the system could identify which area had triggered an alarm.
Our work included:
- Removal of the old Scantronic alarm panel
- Installation of a Texecom Premier Elite 24 control panel
- New keypad fitted for day-to-day operation
- Existing alarm wiring assessed and reused where suitable
- Multiple areas separated into individual zones
- Full set and part set programmes configured
- SmartCom fitted for app integration
- Remote access, alerts and notifications set up
- System tested and handed over to the customer
- Texecom Premier Elite 24 Alarm Upgrade
- We replaced the failed Scantronic panel with a Texecom Premier Elite 24 system.
The Premier Elite range is a reliable and flexible intruder alarm platform, suitable for domestic and commercial properties. For this property, it gave the customer a more modern alarm system with improved zone control, user-friendly operation and the ability to connect to an app.
The new control panel was fitted neatly in the loft space, keeping the main equipment out of sight while allowing the keypad to be used from a convenient position inside the home.
Separating the Alarm Zones
One of the main improvements on this installation was the ability to separate several of the existing alarm zones.
The old panel had limited zone capacity, which meant different areas had been wired together in series. With the new Texecom Premier Elite 24 panel offering more onboard zones, we were able to split these circuits and assign them to their own zones.
This makes the system much more useful for the customer. If the alarm activates, it is easier to identify which area has triggered, rather than having multiple rooms or devices grouped together.
This also helps with future servicing and fault finding, as each area can be checked and diagnosed more clearly.
Full and Part Sets Programmed
The system was programmed with both full set and part set options.
A full set allows the customer to secure the whole property when leaving the house.
A part set allows selected areas to remain unset while other parts of the property stay protected. This is useful at night or when the customer wants to secure certain areas while still moving around inside the home.
This gives the customer more flexibility and makes the alarm easier to use day to day.
SmartCom App Integration
A Texecom SmartCom was also fitted as part of the upgrade.
This allows the customer to connect the alarm system to their phone for app-based control, alerts and notifications.
With SmartCom installed, the customer can manage the alarm more conveniently and receive updates from the system, giving them better visibility and control when away from the property.
The Result
The property now has a modern Texecom intruder alarm system installed, replacing the failed Scantronic panel with a much more flexible and user-friendly setup.
The completed upgrade provides:
- A new Texecom Premier Elite 24 control panel
- A modern keypad for everyday use
- Improved zone separation
- Full and part set options
- SmartCom app integration
- Remote alerts and notifications
- A cleaner and more reliable alarm setup
- Better future servicing and fault finding
The customer now has a modern intruder alarm system that is easier to use, easier to manage and better suited to the layout of the property.
Intruder Alarm Installers in Upton, Poole
EAC Fire & Security installs, upgrades, services and maintains intruder alarm systems across Upton, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wimborne, Wareham and the surrounding areas.
We work with homeowners, landlords and businesses to provide reliable security systems tailored to each property.
Whether you need a new intruder alarm, an alarm panel upgrade, a replacement for an old Scantronic alarm, SmartCom app integration, alarm servicing or fault finding, our team can help.
Contact EAC Fire & Security today to discuss your intruder alarm requirements.
