Hi

I am planning to install DSC Power 832 system.

Should I stay with one brand /panel & detectors/?

I would like to ask your opinion about DSC Bravo, Strata, Encore

and dual Force2 detectors.

Would you recommend using other brand of detectors for example Optex?

Thanks in advance.

Rafal

Given up with the Karizma, or is this a different project?

Anyway, you can mix and match mainstream panels and detectors without too much of a problem.

DSC aren't my cup of tea, I've never used any so can't comment on them but I am using the Texecom Prestiges at the mo, no complaints so far.

Optex are a bit 'audible' by all accounts, some people don't notice it, some peole find it annoying.

I always thought the DSC detectors were a bit big and ugly looking, but I suppose it's subjective.

From a compatibility point of view as Stuart says you should be able to use any PIRs.

IMHO Optex have gone downhill recently. I don't know if it's from moving their manufacturing to China or because of component cost cutting.

We're using Prestige at the moment and are very pleased with them.

If you just want a basic, cheap PIR try the Reflex, we've fitted thousands of them over the years, great detector for the money.

MikeR

I am using DSC Bravo series.

Bravo 2 / 3 is a bit audible and it must be mounted at least 2 inches from ceiling or you can't open or close its cover.

Bravo 6 is sometimes very hard to open, its cover is very tight.

Maybe some DSC detectors are a bit ugly looking, but as said, it's subjective.

I like DSC Bravo series. Those are easy to install on different places. I have no complaints.

And I have DSC Power832 (PC5015) at my home and I'm very pleased with it.

We used to fit a lot of DSC Bravo 2 and Bravo 6 detectors in Zimbabwe, and were satisfied with the results (but no more than that). When we had anything more difficult than a standard room, we would go for Optex.

Thank you very much for the responses.

To Lurch

Yes, it is same project. As many things it become extended in time.