Visonic POWERMAX+ Powermax Plus Wireless Home Security System

A deadbolt is not a security system. Sure, it can help, but it easy to add something a bit more high tech, without breaking the bank. After all, you may not live inside Fort Knox, but that doesn?t mean you can?t act like it. Instead of calling in a pro, digging into Drywall and insulation, and having a programmer tweak a system beyond your comprehension; there are a variety of products out there that can start protecting your most precious belongings within minutes. The Visonic PowerMax Plus is one of those systems that can take the guesswork out of setting up security for your home. It?s perfect for a smaller home or apartment, or someone that?s just starting out with home security. Many of those people don?t know what they need or don?t want to make a big financial commitment at the beginning. At $186, the kit is a fraction of the cost of custom systems. However, it does provide a complete security solution, as well as the option to add on more features and equipment later?again, without having to call in a pro. Think about the most vulnerable areas of your home. This would be a great place for one of Visonic?s MCT-302 magnetic contact transmitters. Two of these are included in the starter kit. Each one can be easily placed at any door or window opening. Don?t worry about Fido interfering with the system, either. The included K9-85 MCW will take care of your four-legged friends. This sensor can distinguish between man and man?s best friend (or friends); working with the system so that pets won?t constantly trigger the alarm. Instead, if a guarded window or other area is opened, the MCT-302 will send a signal back to a two-way wireless keypad. Want to protect additional areas? Transmitters can also be purchased separately, and added to any area around your home. The keypad is sort of the brain behind the system. This is the point where all of the action happens. When a transmitter is triggered, it sends a message to this device. Then, the system will call your cell or send an email. Of course, it?s also one of t