DSC Security Server
DIY remote access and monitoring for DSC panels using the envisalink card
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DIY remote access and monitoring for DSC panels using the envisalink card
This server works a proxy for the Envisalink 2DS/EVL3/EVL4 card connected to a DSC Alarm Panel. It will allow you to, among other things, self monitor your alarm system and allows your phone to work as part of your home monitoring and home automation system. You can remotely access your alarm system from anywhere your phone can access the internet. Use of the EYEZ-ON service is also highly recommended but is not required.The DscServer runs on a dedicated, always on, always connected android phone or tablet running within your network. Using it, multiple instances of the DscKeypad App and DscKeypad widgets (included) or other similar applications (such as Mi Casa Verde Vera or other automation products) may connect simultaneously using the "fan-out" capability provided. The DscServer appears to any client as a faster version of the Envisalink card itself with some additional capabilities (e.g. zone and partition labels). The server requirements are very modest, I use an old LG phone to run my entire home automation system. Suitable new android phones are available for $10-$30. This simple automation extension can rival the much more expensive services like Rogers Smart Home and Time Warners IntelligentHome.Or run the DscServer on a PC or any other OS supporting java. Use the enhanced DscKeypad included in this app to unlock the extra features included in the android or java version of the DscServer such as remote access. logging, and custom command widgets.This is a sophisticated server with many capabilities and requires some expertise to configure. I am happy to assist as needed. I do offer a full refund if youre unable to get it to work in your environment or are not satisfied in any way.Features: o NEW: Use with iPhone HomeKit & Siri (AutomationManager for IoT + HomeBridge for AutomationManager) o NEW: Google Home, Amazon Echo voice support with full IFTTT integration o NEW: Full integration with "AutomationManager for IoT". DSC partition, zone, and panel status are available as sensors in the rule engine, and panel commands can be sent to the DscServer allowing easy integration with your home automation. o Full logging persisted on Google Drive o Secure, encrypted remote access using your phone or a web browser o Multiple simultaneous connected clients o System status cached and trimmed to active zones/partitions to reduce network and client load o A centralized location for customizing your system such as zone and partition labels. o self monitoring with immediate email or SMS notifications: - alarms and trouble - configurable zone opening/restore - loss of connection with the Envisalink card - phone/tablet power loss (will continue on battery) - phone/tablet low battery warning - phone/tablet connectivity loss - midnight status check-in (to confirm connectivity daily) - use security events to trigger actions such as posting a web site (e.g. to turn video recording or motion detecting on/off, changing the temperature in a wifi thermostat, turning), send an android intent to other android apps (e.g. my Wemo app to control your lights), etc. - and much more... o customizable content for eMail, SMS, UDP messages o Enables home automation - send the DSC application commands using android intents from Tasker, Automagic, etc. o On screen widgets for submitting custom commands (locally or remotely) o NFC support to send custom commands, including arm/disarm, etc.SMS messages can notify you of alarms or trouble even if the internet connection to your alarm system is cut or if your personal phone is not currently attached to the internet.Remember, DO NOT expose your Envisalink IP connection to an unprotected network; communication provided by the card is not secure. Expose (port forward) the secure port (only) to outside your secure network (after registering the clients you will allow).Fixes google app grant permission (gmail, drive logging)Mandatory google update (v30)Handle AC Trouble & Restore eventsAdd restart after service cancelation by OSAdd Zone chimes to DscCommandsShow anonymous clients in DscServerFixes missing data in DscClient/Web
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Fantastic app! I have been using this for years to monitor and control my system. Keep up the good work!
Excellent app for controlling the Envisalink. Mike also provides great support. I use most of his apps ( Automation manager, OnDrive, Homebridge/Homekit) and this one and its amazing what you can do with them. Takes a little playing around to learn but nothing comes close. The most useful apps I own.
awesome. works better than the eyezon official app. But i use both for different reasons.
Neat App. Would like to see an official forum setup for this. Getting keypad to work using ddns on a dd-wrt router has been a bit of a challenge going from WiFi to mobile.
great app and server, both work well and have for years..
Customer support is phenomenal! $100 Envisalink and this app are able to do everything my local security company wanted about four grand for. Thanks for the help setting it all up!
DSCClient not connecting after latest update (update: I gave up and used the Drive option). Do I need to change something? Also what is the SMS change? I see no MppSMSer in the store or doco.
seems great, but having a problem to get it working? Have configured ip address for evisalink and that works. however dsc server does not connect , it states licence not found. (edit) problem was google licence , up and working with great help from Developer)
Works really well. Some technical & networking knowledge is required to set it up. It took me a few hours to figure it out. The answers I was looking for are in an online help file that didn't jump out to me. I really had to look to find it. But it wasn't too hard, and the app is rock solid once configured.
This application is a little Jewel. A real mini server. Everything works well once it has been configured, which is not obvious at first but once we understand the principle, everything works great. And the author answers our questions in a very fast time. Hat to him. The only thing missing would be to give a name to users who have an access code instead of a number. Thank you. 5 stars.