Dual-Path Alarm Communicators

​A dual path alarm communicator is an add-on for a security system that will allow it to connect with the network using both a cellular connection and an IP connection. Most security experts believe that this is the very best way for keeping a security system connected. Check out our selection below.
Telguard TG-7E -V1 - Dual-Path Internet and Verizon 5G LTE-M Commercial Intrusion Communicator
Telguard TG-7E -V
Dual-Path Internet and Verizon 5G LTE-M Commercial Intrusion Communicator
List Price: $730.00
Our Price: $450.99
Telguard TG-7E -A - Dual-Path Internet and AT&T 5G LTE-M Commercial Intrusion Communicator
Telguard TG-7E -A
Dual-Path Internet and AT&T 5G LTE-M Commercial Intrusion Communicator
List Price: $618.00
Our Price: $381.99
Alarm.com ADC-SEM300-VT-AT - System Enhancement Module (SEM) with AT&T LTE and IP Communicator
Alarm.com ADC-SEM300-VT-AT
System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ AT&T LTE and IP Communicator
List Price: $290.00
Our Price: $178.99
Alarm.com ADC-SEM300-VT-TL - System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ Telus LTE and IP Communicator
Alarm.com ADC-SEM300-VT-TL
System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ Telus LTE and IP Communicator
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Our Price: $166.99
Alarm.com ADC-SEM340-VT-TL - System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ Telus LTE and IP Communication
Alarm.com ADC-SEM340-VT-TL
System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ Telus LTE and IP Communication
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Our Price: $166.99
Alarm.com ADC-SEM300-VT-VZ-M - System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ Verizon LTE Cat-M1 and IP Communicator
Alarm.com ADC-SEM300-VT-VZ-M
System Enhancement Module (SEM) for VISTA w/ Verizon LTE Cat-M1 and IP Communicator
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Our Price: $163.99
Honeywell LTE-HSV - AlarmNet High Security Dual Path Communicator
Honeywell LTE-HSV
AlarmNet High Security Dual Path Communicator
List Price: $460.00
Our Price: $284.99
Resideo LTEM-PXV
Resideo LTEM-PXV
Dual-Path Verizon LTE and Internet Communicator
List Price:
Our Price: $162.99
Resideo LTEM-PXA
Resideo LTEM-PXA
Dual-Path AT&T LTE and Internet Communicator
List Price:
Our Price: $162.99
Honeywell Home LTEM-PV - AlarmNet Verizon LTE Cat M1 & IP Dual-Path Communicator for VISTA
Honeywell Home LTEM-PV
AlarmNet Verizon LTE Cat M1 & IP Dual-Path Communicator for VISTA
List Price: $258.00
Our Price: $160.99
Honeywell Home LTEM-PA - AlarmNet AT&T LTE Cat M1 & IP Dual-Path Communicator for VISTA
Honeywell Home LTEM-PA
AlarmNet AT&T LTE Cat M1 & IP Dual-Path Communicator for VISTA
List Price: $258.00
Our Price: $160.99
Resideo LTEM-PIV - UL Residential Fire Rated Verizon LTE Cat-M1 and Ethernet Dual-Path Communicator
Resideo LTEM-PIV
Verizon LTE Cat-M1, Ethernet Dual-Path Communicator, UL Residential Fire Rated
List Price: $278.00
Our Price: $172.99

What makes a dual path alarm communicator great is that it provides a security system with network connectivity in two ways. These methods are IP connectivity and cellular communication. Most security systems will default to using the IP connection as its primary communication path and then have it automatically switch over to cellular communication if the IP connection is every unavailable. By doing this, the system will receive the incredibly fast speeds of the IP connection whenever possible, but it will maintain reliable connectivity with its cellular connectivity.

When using dual path communication setup, the IP connection will typically serve as the primary means of communication. This means that the IP connection will be used whenever possible. In most cases, the IP connection will provide faster speeds than what is provided using cellular communications. Although most security systems do not require fast network connectivity, having a faster connection can provide a quicker response time in the event of an emergency situation. It can also offer faster usability when the security system interacts with an interactive service, such as Alarm.com or Total Connect.

A dual path alarm communicator will typically require that an ethernet cable be run from the router to the security panel in order to use IP connectivity. If this is not feasible or undesired, it is possible to use a WIFI adapter in the ethernet port to essentially provide the panel with WIFI connectivity. However, most dual path alarm communicators do not come with a WIFI adapter, so one will need to be added separately. From there, the user will be able to set up the WIFI adapter with their router to gain IP connectivity.

While the IP connection will be used the majority of the time, it could be argued that the cellular communication path is the most important part of a dual path communication setup. This is because it is very likely that the internet connection will be unavailable from time to time, and the cellular connection will serve as a very important backup in these situations. For instance, if the electricity is ever out and the router is not receiving power, the panel will rely on its cellular connection for sending outbound signals. This will allow your system to still contact you and the central monitoring station in the event of an alarm.

Cellular communication on a security system is provided from a cellular service provider, such as Verizon or AT&T. The type of service that is provided will depend upon what type of dual path alarm communicator is installed in the panel. For instance, some communicators are specifically designed to connect with Verizon, while others are used for connecting with AT&T. Please note that this will have nothing to do with the service that you use for your phone, so we generally recommend choosing whichever service tends to work best in your area. You will also need to have an alarm monitoring plan that includes cellular connectivity in order to use a cellular network.

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