My original home security system had a habit of sending me unexpected alerts, which was a bit unsettling. It also lacked the ability to be controlled remotely from my phone, which meant I had to physically walk to the keypad to arm or disarm it. However, despite its limitations, I found the project to be a valuable learning experience, particularly in the realm of IoT (Internet of Things). I had the opportunity to learn about sensors, raspberry pi and communication protocols, all of which have been valuable knowledge to have in my arsenal. I began working on this project in 2017, and while it had its imperfections, it was a rewarding learning experience that gave me a deeper understanding of how IoT systems work.
In 2022, the first version of the system was installed. In 2023, a new version was completed and installed. The system is still under development.
Disassembling the Old Security SystemRemove the Main Board: Gently detach the main board from the old security system housing.
Remove the Power Adapter: Unplug the power adapter from the main board and discard it.
Hardware InstallationUse the components of the original security system if possible and replace the following hardware.
Add the UPC: Mount the Universal Power Supply (UPC) within the enclosure, ensuring it's securely fastened.
Add the Raspberry Pi Board: Install the Raspberry Pi board onto a suitable stand or mount within the enclosure.
Connect the External Wi-Fi Antenna: Attach the external Wi-Fi antenna to the Raspberry Pi board to enhance wireless connectivity.
Connect componentsConnect the Door/Window Sensors/Tamper: Connect the wires of the installed sensors to the CHX labelled input terminals of the ArPI board.
Connect the GSM Module (SIM900): Mount the GSM module (SIM900) within the enclosure and connect it to the ArPI board.
Connect the Wiegand Keypad: Replace the original keypad with the Wiegand keypad and connect it to the ArPI board.
Connect the Siren: Connect the siren to the ArPI board.
Setup softwareFollow the instructions on https://docs.arpi-security.info/en/latest/developers/installation/ to install the software of the ArPI home security system. When the system is install you can login the web interface and configure the sensors, notifications (SMS, email),
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Project: https://www.arpi-security.info/
Documentation: https://docs.arpi-security.info/
Demo: https://demo.arpi-security.info/
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