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Motorola homesight Home Monitoring and Security System Review

by Clint DeBoer last modified October 19, 2005 20:00
Motorola homesight Home Monitoring and Security System Review

Motorola Homesight Security Suite

Summary

  • Product Name: Motorola homesight Home Monitoring and Security System
  • Manufacturer: Motorola
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Review Date: October 19, 2005
  • MSRP: $299 (starter kit)
Specifications

Wireless Easy Starter Kit - $299.99
Includes

Wireless System Controller with Power Adapter
Wireless Camera with Power Adapter
Wireless Door/Window Sensor
Two Power Adapters
8 ft. AC Adapter Extension Cable for Wireless Camera
Two AAA Duracell Batteries
Mounting Hardware
CD-ROM containing homesight Software
Quick Start Guides

Available Optional Modules:

Wired Camera - $79.99
Wireless Camera - Day - $129.99
Wireless Camera - Day/Night - $149.99
Wireless Motion Sensor - $59.99
Wireless Door/Window Sensor - $39.99
Wireless Temperature Sensor - $59.99
Wireless Water Sensor - $59.99
Wireless Repeater - $49.99
Wireless Siren - $59.99
Wireless Power Controller - $59.99
Wireless Keypad Kit - $79.99
Wireless Keypad Keys - $14.99


Pros

  • Easy do-it-yourself installation
  • Numerous scalable sensors & modules
  • Very user-friendly keypad arm/disarm
  • Flexible notification options
  • Sleek design with small form factor

Cons

  • Nonstandard configuration application
  • Disappointing audio/video quality
  • Security system cannot upload to server
  • Not remote accessible without third party software
  • No wall modules for dimmers or lighting

Introduction

Motorola is not a name traditionally associated with custom home installation products. However, a company well-known for its networking and communications hardware & software is more suited for this market than people may think. When I first heard of the Motorola homesight system I was hit by the overall impression - "well that makes a lot of sense." I mean, why should a company so good at making network hardware not apply that knowledge towards home monitoring and control?
  1. Motorola Homesight Overview of Components
  2. Motorola Homesight Unpacking, Installation and System Components
  3. Motorola Homesight System Components - Part 2
  4. Motorola Homesight System Software
  5. Motorola Homesight Remote Access, Key Management and Cameras
  6. Motorola Homesight Recommendations and Conclusion