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Hi All,

I'm new here, but I've already learned quite a bit just browsing. I'm hoping you can help me make an alarm decision.

I have the ADT SafeWatch Pro 2000, which after reading here, I understand to be basically a rebranded Ademco Vista 20SE. I use wireless connections on the door sensors and motion detectors.

I'm interested in adding lighting control, remote access (ie, web based) capability, smoke detectors, and possibly security cameras in the future and getting away from ADT (not sure the price is worth it, all things considered).

I started by assuming that I need to upgrade to a new system--something like an Elk M1 Gold with Insteon support. However, I'm not so sure right now that that would be required. Since I already have this system installed, is it possible to purchase additional modules to expand its capability? If not, and I were to upgrade to an Elk M1 (or other similar system), could I reuse a lot of the existing wiring between the control box and the keypad? Is there any compatibility among the wireless nodes (ie, the door sensors and motion detectors)? I doubt there is, but can't hurt to ask.

Thanks for any help or advice!