With all the recent press about the bump key, and having seen a bit of a show called Catching A Thief, I'm interested in putting in a home security system. Should I have a pro do it or can I DIM(yself). I was an audiophile at one time and did my own installations....don't know if that qualifies me as being able to install an alarm system, but just trying to give some background. I would like sensors on the windows, doors, and motion/heat sensor. I'd also like a camera or two on the outside of the house tied in with a motion sensor, so it would trip if there were someone walking around outside my house and I could look at the monitor.
Do that make stuff that can tie in with my computer so I could look from my computer desk?
Also, if you get a pro to do the install, must you sign a X year contract and pay for install, sign contract only..... I would prefer to pay for the install (if not done myself) and just do a monthly contract.
I am looking on the web to gather information, but I wanted to get some initial information here. I don't expect anyone responding to tell me everything about Home Security, but I would hope for some useful responses to get me started.
Thank you,
Eric