GalaxyGuy

So, this is a set of random numbers that's generated depending on the engineers privileges against any account. The seed code and account identifier act as a unique identifier to select that sites stored codes ? I'm still struggling to understand the value of the seed code over a regular engineer website password to restrict access to a set of site codes.

Publishing for the iPhone is quite a bit different than publishing for Android devices. Android allow content from the relevant content stores, but phones also allow unpublished applications to be installed. iPhone apps need to go through the Apple approval process and they need to be built with Xcode on MAC OS (on an apple computer) with an approved developer account. Only hacked (jailbroken) iPhones can install unpublished apps. All depends on the level of polish you require. My issue is lack of time and I'd rather polish my car, than an app GUI

The options outlined are correct. I've PM'd you. If you want to call me to clear anything up, then feel free.

If you have a G2 panel, the diagnostics menu will not show the version of the devices. The Dimension/Flex panels show the versions. The labels are normally correct, as the standard flash programming box requires an add-on in order to upgrade the Ethernet module.

Correct, the IB card will only work with the Flex panel and not your G2. The G2 will not work with the Honeywell app as the Honeywell app only works with Flex or Dimension panels. The flash upgrade requires a flash lead, firmware binary and Honeywell flash utility. To re-iterate on my previous post - your G2 series panel with Honeywell's E080-2 or E080-4 module will not offer any remote keypad / app based control of any sort. That's one of the main reasons that I designed the LCE-01 module.

The apps have been free since the iPhone app was added a year ago. The Ethernet hardware is the biggest cost factor. If I could make it cheaper I would. Especially when you can pick up new G2 panels for £35.

The documentation is sparse from Honeywell. When the new V3 firmware for the Flex came along, they implemented the Intellibus (Honeywell's own version apparently) protocol on the comm's modules. The bus is exactly the same hardware wise RS485 differential pair, but runs at a faster rate than the old version.

The cheaper A083-IB module is only compatible with the Flex V3 and no other Honeywell panel. See the following for a full breakdown of module / apps / RSS compatibility across the range: http://www.sm-alarms.co.uk/apps/main/getFAQ.php

Also, regarding your concerns on connection to your security equipment from outside the premises. My advice would always be to implement a secure VPN to connect to any internal equipment and not to port forward as many people do. Even though the various panels / modules employ some form of encrypted communication, the implementations are vendor specific and may be vulnerable to attack. You can assess the risk of your installation and determine what's required.

Hi Leo, the Ethernet module works with Galaxy G2 where the panel firmware is version 1.44 or above. For self monitoring the firmware is best at 1.53 or above. Enter Display-》System gives the version. Android and iPhone keypad apps are available from the relevant stores. The module comes with a 4 wire flying lead for connection to the panel.

No, only Android. Really simple though, so wouldn't take much to put together for the iPhone. Note that the postcode doesn't really offer much as it's a known constant for any premises. Since you're having to give the patrol a seed value, you may as well give them a unique code for the site and leave the postcode part out. The app doesn't offer any level of security in the equation. It would be better if it were a password that the security patrol were given as their constant. The password + seed would then provide the code. That way, the seed values and passwords are of no use to the holding parties unless combined. If your patrol password becomes compromised, you generate a new one and the seed changes accordingly.

PM me and I'll give you the download URL. This means that you need to install manually on any phone, (Android allows this). If you want something polished to a level for Google Play or some IP web based interaction, then it's a bit more work...

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Didn't realise this covered both set and unset conditions. Neat.

Not sure about the '1x Motion, even when the system is disarmed' feature. Do you mean as an aggregate of any motion detector in the system ? If so, this would probably need to be done in software. The G2 is a solid panel, but doesn't really hit the spot when it comes to home automation. It has a limited set of output options / links. The Flex is okay, but I would still opt for a Dimension 48 which has a nice big metal case for extra boards and a big reliable wirewound transformer.

Ah okay, I see a kit for half that on SW. Anyone have any comments on the Ethernet interface ? How secure ? AES/RSA???

Doesn't that come in at £600+VAT though ? Must admit, it would have to be pretty impressive for me to spend that on a domestic panel.

I suggested the Dimension, as the OP wanted a Flex. I would always choose the Dimension over the Flex. The firmware is hardened. I'd agree that the G2-20 would do everything, but with the 2.5A PSU, the Dimension will drive the sirens without the hassle of external supplies. Also for DIY go to Ebay. There are plenty good panels being ripped from defunct businesses or takeovers. The panels are rock solid anyway!

On-board 12 zones with the Flex. If you want to expand the FX20, then add a RIO. If you want wireless capability, you cannot mix RIO and RF portal on the FX20 - The Flex is buggy as hell around the virtual RIO config when adding wireless. My advice would have been to get a Dimension 48 over the Flex panels, but since you've bought already it's too late...

Enter master code. 42.1 (Program users) Select a user account and 'ent' Select option 5 (RF Fob) Press '*' Then press any key on the fob to populate the serial number.

Pretty much what I've seen when looking at security device firmware. No obfuscation or encryption of any constant vectors used. Especially easy to find them when you have an accompanying exe with the same sequence. Pretty sure I could pattern match the executable against a technistore panel binary and have that vector in a couple of minutes.

Virtual RIO addresses are not related to RF Portal addresses. The virtual RIO address will be the next availableaddress on the system Menu 51.60.1 to reassign the virtual rio addressing.

52.2 Select Zone for RF 11.1 Press * then tamper the device. The serial number will automagically populate.

For the SHK8M switch 4 (test) in the off position. Set the panel up for learning the RF device serial, install the battery, press the tamper for a few seconds and release.

That's confusing Matt! The old RF RIO (C076) is seen by the systems as a RIO and is programmed by connecting a keypad locally to its programming header. There are two RF portal models: C077 Used on G2 series only and programmed in panel menus. C079 Used on G2 or Dimension panels and programmed in panel menus. C079-2 (new rev of C079)