 | The Next Generation of Home Security InGrid is the modern solution for tired, old security systems. InGrid's next generation systems and services provide better protection than most dealer-installed systems, are nearly impossible to defeat, and can be easily and conveniently managed from a cordless telephone, cell phone, or web browser. InGrid is designed to give you better protection and the best value. Cut your cost of home protection with cutting edge home security that provides exclusive breakthrough safety features: - Super-secure wireless home security with multiple backups
- For a limited time, InGrid is offering Pay-As-You-Go security monitoring - NO annual contracts, activation, termination, or other fees.
- Rapid emergency response by InGrid's 5-Diamond rated monitoring center
- Certified to reduce false alarms
- Add additional Sensors, Keychain Remotes, Cameras, or Grid Extenders at any time
- Emergency panic always nearby - in and around your home
- Customize your own non-emergency monitoring
- Remote Internet access and email alerts included
- Lowest total cost of home security – guaranteed
- 30-day Risk-Free and Best Value Guarantees
| Hassle Free Home Security. No High Pressure Sales. No Messy Installation. InGrid is designed to give you professional whole-house protection in minutes. With "plug and play" wireless technology, installation is quick, simple and foolproof – no special tools, salesperson or installation technician required. Best of all, you can easily customize and personalize InGrid to perfectly fit your home. We are always available to help if you have questions. |  | Save More and Do More with InGrid You don't use high-speed internet for just email. You don’t use your TV to just watch the news. So why buy a security system that just provides protection for burglary and fire? MyInGrid Web Access - Home Security at Your Fingertips With MyInGrid, InGrid's personalized dashboard of your home, you can watch, customize, or make changes to your system whenever you want. Simply log on and your home unfolds right before your eyes. 
 | Remote Arming/Disarming With My InGrid, you can easily arm your system from work on those days you simply forgot. Or, you can disarm your system from vacation to let your neighbor in to drop off your mail. System History See a history of who came and who left today...or this week...or this month. Notifications Configure a text message or email to be sent when something interesting happens in your home. | Mobile MyInGrid Wherever you go, InGrid goes with you, placing control of your home's security right in your pocket. See pictures of your kitchen while waiting for a meeting ...look up what time your child came home last night while you are grabbing coffee...you can even arm or disarm your system while walking down the street. Monthly Monitoring Plans Most security companies charge high monthly fees and require long, automatically renewing contracts. With InGrid, you don't pay extra for things that should be included, such as fire monitoring, web and phone access, and text/email notifications. For a limited time, enjoy Pay-As-You-Go pricing with no annual contract. No other provider offers InGrid's 30-day Risk-Free trial or Pay-As-You-Go Monthly Plans. Trust InGrid's National Experience
Over 99% of security companies are small, local or serve customers in just a few areas. InGrid is one of just a handful of nationwide security companies. InGrid's national footprint allows us to bring you breakthrough safety features and advanced services that most other security companies cannot offer. Since you own your InGrid system, you can take it with you when you move. We partner with over 25,000 local police, fire and medical agencies in all 50 states. InGrid's monitoring center has spent years developing and maintaining the proprietary databases and relationships to know who to call so that during an emergency, time is not wasted getting you help. It's just another part of InGrid's commitment to rapid response. What’s in the box The InGrid Home System includes a Keypad Console, Handset, Eight Sensors a Keychain Remote, Base and Grid Extender for increased range. InGrid also offers the "Basic System" for homes and apartments less than 1,500 square feet. The only thing you need to operate your security system is a high-speed Internet connection, an in-home router, and InGrid Home Monitoring service (once again, no annual contract is required). Please note that your InGrid security system cannot be activated without a subscription to an InGrid home monitoring plan ($29.99/month with no annual contract). The Console – Not a Typical Keypad.
The InGrid Keypad Console gives you everything you'd expect from a security system keypad, plus a whole lot more. Not only does the Keypad Console act as your command central, it also acts as information central, displaying up-to-the minute weather as well as severe weather alerts. Need help remembering things? The console can also display customized notifications on the easy-to-read screen (such as important dates like birthdays and anniversaries). The Handset – Better Control Means Better Safety.
The Handset, which doubles as a cordless phone, can be taken with you anywhere in and around your home. Your system's controls and panic button are always at hand. Instead of a single keypad anchored by your front door, you're now free to roam your home, backyard or porch AND have instant access to your home's protection. What's more, the handset allows you to monitor activity in other rooms of your home. A phone line is not required for your security connection, but is required to use the handset as a cordless phone or digital answering machine. Door/Window/Cabinet Sensors
Door/window sensors, also known as open/close sensors, are designed to detect the opening of a window, door or cabinet. These sensors are the most common component of any security system, typically used on exterior doors and windows. InGrid's sensors can be used for non-emergency notification on things such as on firearm, medicine, or liquor cabinets. Sensors can trigger an email, text message or MyInGrid event indicating that something has been moved or opened. The Keychain Remote
Of all the innovations built into InGrid, none is more convenient than the keychain remote. Arm or disarm your home or trigger a panic at the push of a button. Because the keychain remote is two-way, you can be 100% sure the system arms and disarms by hearing the confirmation beep or green light. With a common, analog keychain remote, you never know if the system arms or disarms correctly. That's not a secure feeling. The Keychain Remote's confirmation beep is just another way that InGrid makes you feel always-protected. Grid Controller
InGrid is built to deliver a grid of protection. If any controller is disabled, others step in to allow the system to continue to function. This makes InGrid nearly burglar-proof, as there is no single master control panel or point of vulnerability. And, every InGrid component comes with battery back-up to keep you safe in the event of power loss. From the Manufacturer
InGrid was designed to go from box to full home protection in minutes. While InGrid can be set up in an average home by almost anyone in roughly 90 minutes, it is built to deliver far superior reliability and security compared to traditional systems. Since you install it yourself, there is no need for strangers to come to your home, drilling holes in your walls or special tools. If you can plug in a cordless phone, you can set up your own customized secure system, easily. Each kit comes pre-configured; you simply open up each numbered box and plug in each component sequentially. When we designed InGrid, we created a system that offers superior home and family protection in every way possible. While most systems have a single point of vulnerability (a single master control panel that can be disabled in seconds), InGrid distributes the control points to several controllers, each a fully functioning mini-system that continually talks with all of the sensors. If one component is disabled, the others are still protecting you. But InGrid is so much more than just home security; your system can also send you alerts and allow you to monitor non-emergency events that are just as important to your peace of mind. Whether you're on vacation, at the office, or out to dinner, you'll be able to tell who's coming and going, and when, without alarms or the police showing up. InGrid Home Monitoring is included with your monthly security monitoring. Please note that your InGrid Security System cannot be activated without a monthly monitoring plan. With our 30-day risk-free guarantee and no annual contracts, there is no reason not to install InGrid and enjoy its superior protection, convenience and value. Product Description
The Home System includes: - (1) Keypad Console
- (1) Handset
- (8) Window/Door Sensors
- (1) Keychain Remote
- (1) Base
- (1) Grid Extender for increased range
The Home System is optimal for homes greater than 1,500 square feet. InGrid communicates to our monitoring center via your home's broadband Internet connection. A home phone line can also be used for a secondary connection, but is not required. Guardian Protection monitoring service is $29.99 a month, with NO contract required. |
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21 of 22 found the following review helpful:
 The perfect alarm system for my needs.Jul 26, 2008
By AreYouKidding?
I've been shopping for alarms systems for a while now. I wanted something easy to install that offered extended protection and had some kind of notification for entry, alarms, etc. This system fit the bill perfectly!
First of all, it took less than 2-hours to completely install this system. Right from the get-go I knew this was going to be easy. As soon as I opened the box, I was armed with an Easy Setup Guide and boxes labeled 1, 2, 3 & 4. Following the well written instructions was a snap. First the base that plugs into my router, next the phone and charger for the bedroom, then the console by the front door and finally the extender in the living room.
Once the "core" system was hooked up, sensor installation and set-up was a breeze. You can configure each sensor for the way you plan on using it. For me, that was four windows, three entry doors and the real surprise . . . my garage door in what InGrid calls "convenience" mode. (I will never leave the garage door open overnight again!) There are many customized sensor options to choose from and you can use the handset, console or the myInGrid website for tweaking the settings.
The sensors themselves attach via some incredibly strong double sided sticky tape and they blend in nicely with the white frames of my windows. They are however quite visible on my oak door frames. Not ugly, but not exactly stealthy. (See customer images.)
Arming and Disarming the system is a snap. You can choose between "Instant" arming, "Stay" at home arming or the most common, "Leave" the home arming. Customizable exit and entry delays give you plenty (or just enough) time to arm and disarm. Disarming requires a PIN# to be entered before the set time expires. You can also use the included keychain remote or myInGrid website to arm/disarm.
My favorite part of the system is the notifications. I have it setup to email my work and personal email address anytime a sensor opens/closes, an alarm triggers or an important event or malfunction takes place. You can even set it up to text message you alerts.
For now I am "self monitoring" the home and relying on notifications in the event of an intrusion. This isn't optimal (especially if I'm offline) so I'll be setting up the $30/month 24/7 Professional Monitoring service in the next couple weeks.
I'll add more to my review as I continue to thoroughly test the system. Even after only a week of ownership, I can highly recommend this to anyone whose needs are similar to mine.
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
 With a little thought, could have been perfectOct 30, 2008
By Ben Galicia
"Ben"
Very good security system, easy to install, great instructions. For the most part, works as advertised, with a few exceptions. The range of the window/door sensors is limited. I would advise purchasing another grid extender if your home is anywhere over 2000 square feet. Not a big deal, but annoying. Now for the senseless part - the included cordless phone is 2.4 GHz, which is the same frequency as all of the wireless routers sold today, LinkSys, NetGear and D-Link all operate at the same frequency. So your phone communications have lots of interference if you use this phone. With a little THOUGHT, the engineers (?) that designed this could have included the wireless phone at 5.8 GHz and everything would have worked just fine... Good product, could have been great...
12 of 13 found the following review helpful:
I like, but I may be returning it.Jul 29, 2008
By K. Oliver
"K-Rock"
First of all, I do like this alarm system. It was not hard at all to set up the system. All items except for the sensors and key fob are preregisted. There are a few Honeywell items (smoke detectors, motion sensors, and glass break sensors) listed in the book and on Ingridhome.com that are compatible, which makes me wonder if it is just a rebranded product. Which I know may or may not be the case as I have bought wired (interconnected) smoke detectors that are also compatible with other brands. The main thing I did not like about this system is the required monitering service. Even on Ingrids website, the system kit at this price requires the service. If you order from them direct, you can get the same kit and self monitor for an extra price of $100. At $30 a month, thats just to much right now as I have seen others offering it for as low $10 a month. I know you are thinking that you get what you pay for. But, when someone broke into my cousins house, with an alarm, they grabbed a few things and ran before the cops could arrive. So I say just self monitor till you can afford the price or the worst happens. I wasn't thrilled with CS when I called asking about getting activated (granted it was mainly my problem as I typed in the web address wrong). Turns out you have to go to in ingridhome.com/register put in the code on the bottom of the box and wait up to 24 hours to get an activation code. Which is how I figured out that I had to have monitoring service. The backup batteries in the main devices, console and grid extendor, last about 24 hours when power is lost. I had an issue trying to register the key fob, I think the battery is very week but had not changed at this time. The light on the console stays on 24 hours when connected to power. It is bright and kinda annoying if in room with it. Again, I do like the system, but the intial cost (359.88 monitoring, 299.99 hardware) is high. I would also like to see a remote siren option. Never got it activated so I can not comment on the supposed 85db console siren
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
All the pros and none of the consJun 10, 2009
By Ken
I spent quite a bit of time researching home security systems and decided to get the InGrid system from Crutchfield. I'm very happy with my purchase. To start with there are no negative things like: two year contract, hidden costs, wires, required phone line, high-monthly fees, etc. The specific reason I chose this system is that I didn't want to have to pay for an extra phone line or get roped into a 2 year contract (@$34 a month!). I signed up for the $19.95 personal monitoring service to start with and may upgrade to the fully monitored system later. If you buy the base system direct from InGrid you also get things like the keychain remote, window stickers, etc. But, Crutchfield was cheaper and they also sold 2-packs of the wireless sensors. It took me a few hours to get the whole system set up and installed in my house. Activation took 10 minutes. And the support team over at InGrid was very helpful when I called up to ask a question about mobile access (they sent me a link to a web site so I can control the system via my mobile phone). I can log in to the InGrid site at any time and turn on or off the system and customize my alerts. I found out that the other sensors (smoke, glass break, and motion) are made by Honeywell and you can get them cheaper on security sites. I plan to expand my system over time and eventually add cameras and grid extenders. The InGrid support team told me that they get a lot of requests for outdoor cameras. If you order the fully monitored system ($29/mo.) you have an option to buy a cellular grid extender backup -- even though they don't mention it anywhere on their web site yet. I'm very happy with this purchase. It's easy to set up and manage and doesn't require long term contracts or extra phone line.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Forget the big names in securityJul 06, 2009
By W. Lewis
I had Brinks and ADT provide estimates. Both estimates consisted of scribbling and random numbers that made no sense. My wife wanted a security system and I knew that I wouldn't feel good about signing a 3-year contract with these guys.
I searched around for a better solution and found Ingrid. I ordered the 2,500 sq. ft. kit, and had it hooked up in about three hours.
This is honestly one of the coolest and most thought-through pieces of technology I have purchased in a while. Not only is it extremely configurable (ability to send notifications via email or SMS using a variety of different rules), expanding it is a piece of cake. I am planning on purchasing the siren detector and water leak detector. By the way, Brinks and ADT charge more for these devices AND charge an additional monthly monitoring fee.
The fact that I can control everything from the web is a huge advantage to me. Also, this qualifies for a discount from my home insurance company (State Farm) since it is a monitored service.
If you are considering a monitored home security system and don't want to deal with sleazy sales reps and ridiculous contracts, look no further than Ingrid. Lower monitoring fees and much better functionality.
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