ADT monitored alarm - needs to be replaced because of 3G closedown but don't want to spend $999!

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#320294 28-Jul-2025 14:38

My monitored alarm from ADT which is a DSC Impassa device. ADT has told me that due to the 3G shutdown the unit has to be replaced. Earlier they offered an upgrade to 4G but that is no longer being sold and they are recommending one of these units.

https://www.amazon.com/Qolsys-Panel-Protection-Automation-Integrate/dp/B0BV9RLSZM

Except they are charging $999 for the unit and installation.

I did some checking on GZ and found a thread that these products might help

https://konnected.io/collections/konnected-alarm-panel-pro-kits

But I need alarm monitoring services

Can anybody suggest any alternatives - even a different monitoring company?

Thanks

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#3397677 28-Jul-2025 14:45

I've just gone through this with them too. Take a look at https://www.aap.co.nz/shop/Alarm+Systems/Modules/IP-MODULE.html
There's also a 4G module

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#3397678 28-Jul-2025 14:50

pureinception:

I've just gone through this with them too. Take a look at https://www.aap.co.nz/shop/Alarm+Systems/Modules/IP-MODULE.html
There's also a 4G module

Thanks. How does get installed into the existing panel?

I was also looking at a different dialer

https://ness.com.au/106-490NS

Can get this from DickSmith of all places

https://www.dicksmith.co.nz/dn/buy/mad-electronics-australia-ness-3g4g-dialler-964/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=product_listing_ads&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17427260852&gbraid=0AAAAADbV1QyWhQ3R5Ixa61xiseg-JwpQn&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJfEBhCzARIsAIMtfKLh8rba2QMj2Pm3WlO7P6VOejxaMLfdunhN9etFTyvLiPVw8qvcaBAaAuLpEALw_wcB

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#3397734 28-Jul-2025 15:33

Do you need "monitoring' by a third party Or do you just need your phone to be notified when the alarm is activated?

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#3397745 28-Jul-2025 15:45

lchiu7:

My monitored alarm from ADT which is a DSC Impassa device. ADT has told me that due to the 3G shutdown the unit has to be replaced. Earlier they offered an upgrade to 4G but that is no longer being sold and they are recommending one of these units.

https://www.amazon.com/Qolsys-Panel-Protection-Automation-Integrate/dp/B0BV9RLSZM

Except they are charging $999 for the unit and installation.

I did some checking on GZ and found a thread that these products might help

https://konnected.io/collections/konnected-alarm-panel-pro-kits

But I need alarm monitoring services

Can anybody suggest any alternatives - even a different monitoring company?

Thanks

Thats Typical ADT, this guide should give you some insight https://www.alarmgrid.com/faq/how-do-i-upgrade-a-dsc-impassa-to-use-lte

You could always try another DSC Specialist to get a second opinion on it all, as looking at that guide, it looks to be just a module replacement.

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#3397762 28-Jul-2025 16:30

mentalinc:

Do you need "monitoring' by a third party Or do you just need your phone to be notified when the alarm is activated?

I would prefer third party monitoring since they also come over to check unless I call them back

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#3397763 28-Jul-2025 16:31

acsylaa:

lchiu7:

My monitored alarm from ADT which is a DSC Impassa device. ADT has told me that due to the 3G shutdown the unit has to be replaced. Earlier they offered an upgrade to 4G but that is no longer being sold and they are recommending one of these units.

https://www.amazon.com/Qolsys-Panel-Protection-Automation-Integrate/dp/B0BV9RLSZM

Except they are charging $999 for the unit and installation.

I did some checking on GZ and found a thread that these products might help

https://konnected.io/collections/konnected-alarm-panel-pro-kits

But I need alarm monitoring services

Can anybody suggest any alternatives - even a different monitoring company?

Thanks

Thats Typical ADT, this guide should give you some insight https://www.alarmgrid.com/faq/how-do-i-upgrade-a-dsc-impassa-to-use-lte

You could always try another DSC Specialist to get a second opinion on it all, as looking at that guide, it looks to be just a module replacement.

I found I could buy the LTE device from Ebay but would ADT install it?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/124672351776?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D289496%26meid%3D471d248ed676454abfebf296cd27aaf7%26pid%3D101506%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D144497772946%26itm%3D124672351776%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D4481478%26algv%3DDefaultOrganicWebWithV11WebTrimmedV3VisualRankerWithKnnV3AndUltBRecallAndCassiniEmbRecall%26brand%3DTYCO&_trksid=p4481478.c101506.m1851

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#3397801 28-Jul-2025 20:05

lchiu7:

I found I could buy the LTE device from Ebay but would ADT install it?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/124672351776?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D289496%26meid%3D471d248ed676454abfebf296cd27aaf7%26pid%3D101506%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D144497772946%26itm%3D124672351776%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D4481478%26algv%3DDefaultOrganicWebWithV11WebTrimmedV3VisualRankerWithKnnV3AndUltBRecallAndCassiniEmbRecall%26brand%3DTYCO&_trksid=p4481478.c101506.m1851

I doubt it, as they didnt sell it to you.

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#3397920 29-Jul-2025 08:33

In the past I've found ADT to be quite difficult to deal with. Years ago they installed an alarm in our home and when they finished I asked for the alarm manual. They gave me a small 6 page manual for operating the keypad. I said no, the manual for the actual alarm, with all the details on how to program it. They insisted that they never give those out because people stuff up their alarms. I insisted that the manual is part of the alarm system and I'm entitled to it, and eventually they begrudgingly gave it to me.

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#3397980 29-Jul-2025 11:35

acsylaa:

lchiu7:

I found I could buy the LTE device from Ebay but would ADT install it?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/124672351776?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D289496%26meid%3D471d248ed676454abfebf296cd27aaf7%26pid%3D101506%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D144497772946%26itm%3D124672351776%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D4481478%26algv%3DDefaultOrganicWebWithV11WebTrimmedV3VisualRankerWithKnnV3AndUltBRecallAndCassiniEmbRecall%26brand%3DTYCO&_trksid=p4481478.c101506.m1851

I doubt it, as they didnt sell it to you.

I spoke to a local ADT aurhorised installer. They said if I had my own module ADT probably would not allow me to connect to them. So I would need to find another monitoring company. But they had a 4G module in stock and if I asked ADT to ask them to install it, it would be supported. No idea of the cost yet but hopefully less than $999!

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#3398107 29-Jul-2025 20:34

pureinception:

I've just gone through this with them too. Take a look at https://www.aap.co.nz/shop/Alarm+Systems/Modules/IP-MODULE.html
There's also a 4G module

Not sure what you did with those modules? Can you describe your final solution? Thanks

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#3398110 29-Jul-2025 21:03

Maybe contact another company and see what they can offer you as a monitored package.

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#3398123 29-Jul-2025 22:01

lchiu7:

pureinception:

I've just gone through this with them too. Take a look at https://www.aap.co.nz/shop/Alarm+Systems/Modules/IP-MODULE.html
There's also a 4G module

Not sure what you did with those modules? Can you describe your final solution? Thanks

I opted to build and program my own module to save costs (made for under $30). It works on the same premise of ContactID to CSV-IP which is supported by ADT. I plan to add a 4g module to this as a failover.

The module linked can be installed in your alarm panel and connected to the dialler. Also need to connect ethernet too.

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#3399136 1-Aug-2025 21:00

Tell the sales person that you'll commit to X years of monitoring if they upgrade the alarm at low cost (make an offer that's worth it to you) or at their cost.

They want the ongoing revenue and won't lose it for an alarm that cost $200 in parts and some labour for the switch.