A monitored alarm panel is the core of any AMCO system, but most households and businesses add one or two extra pieces of equipment on top to cover a specific need - whether that's seeing what triggered an alarm, protecting against fire as well as intruders, or simply making day-to-day arming and disarming easier. This guide runs through the additional equipment AMCO offers alongside a standard panel.
1) LiveViz monitored smart cameras
LiveViz cameras integrate directly with AMCO's LiveTalk monitoring, giving our monitoring centre both visual and audio verification the moment an alarm activates - rather than relying on sensor data alone. That verification means a much faster, more confident response when it matters.
Outside of an alarm event, LiveViz also supports self-monitoring through the AMCO app, so you can check in on your property yourself whenever you like.
2) CCTV systems
For customers who want dedicated camera coverage, AMCO fits professional-grade wired CCTV systems, with a choice of 2MP or 5MP camera resolutions depending on the level of detail you need. Footage is stored on a DVR or NVR recorder, with remote access from your smartphone so you can review footage from anywhere.
Read more on how AMCO's monitored CCTV works, or see our full security camera buying guide for help choosing between systems.
3) Monitored smoke alarms
Existing or newly-fitted smoke detectors can be linked into your LiveTalk monitoring, so your alarm system covers fire as well as intruders - with a monitoring operator able to respond around the clock, 24/7, rather than a smoke alarm simply sounding in an empty building.
See our monitored smoke alarm guide for more detail on how this works.
4) Personal attack buttons
A personal attack button (PAB) gives you a discreet way to raise the alarm in an emergency, separate from intruder detection. AMCO offers both fixed, wall-mounted buttons and wireless fob versions that can be carried or worn - useful for anyone who wants reassurance during a medical emergency or a personal safety concern, not just a break-in.
Read more about AMCO's emergency response options.
5) Smart alarm app
AMCO's smart alarm app lets you arm and disarm your system remotely, and sends push notifications straight to your smartphone whenever your alarm activates - so you're never left wondering whether you've set the system or what's happening at your property.
See the Texecom Connect app user guide for full setup instructions.
6) Smart key
A smart key is a small, button-activated fob that arms or disarms your system at a single press - no keypad code needed. It also doubles as a personal attack button, so it can be used to raise the alarm in an emergency as well as for everyday use.
7) Proxy tags
Proxy tags are small tags you can keep on a keyring, letting you arm and disarm your system just by presenting the tag to the keypad - no code entry required. They're a quick, low-friction way to manage access for family members or staff.
8) GSM back-up communicator
A GSM back-up communicator keeps your alarm connected to AMCO's monitoring centre over the mobile network, even if your phone line is cut or otherwise unavailable. It's an important safeguard against the tactic of disabling a landline before attempting a break-in.
9) Custom keypad designs
Keypads don't have to be purely functional - AMCO offers a choice of finishes, including satin chrome, polished chrome, black and brass, and both flush and surface-mounted options, so your keypad can suit the look of your hallway or office as well as its job.
Browse the full range in our keypad designs guide.
10) Dummy bell-boxes & window stickers
Not every addition needs to be electronic. A visible bell-box and window stickers are a low-cost way to add an extra layer of visual deterrence, signalling to would-be burglars that a property is protected before they even attempt to break in.