DSC TL8055LTVZ

Alarm.com Verizon LTE Cellular & Internet Communicator for Impassa

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The DSC TL8055LTVZ will allow any DSC Impassa System running firmware version 1.3 or higher to connect with Alarm.com and receive fast and reliable monitoring service. This communicator works across IP and the Verizon LTE Cellular Network. Purchase the DSC TL8055LTVZ from Alarm Grid.
  • Alarm.com
  • Amazon Alexa
  • Google Home
  • Z-Wave
  • Z-Wave Plus

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Description

The DSC TL8055LTVZ Alarm.com Dual-Path Communicator is an alarm monitoring communicator for a DSC Impassa System running firmware version 1.3 or higher. This module will allow the system to connect with the Verizon LTE Network and a local IP network for fast and reliable monitoring service.

With the impending sunset of 3G cellular networks, upgrading to LTE is important for any alarm system running an older cellular communicator. Users with alarm systems on 3G networks have two main options. They can upgrade to a newer communicator, or they can replace the system entirely. By purchasing a DSC TL8055LTVZ, you can ensure that your existing Impassa System will stay monitored for many years to come.

The DSC TL8055LTVZ is actually the first official dual-path alarm monitoring communicator for the DSC Impassa Alarm System. This means that the module will make it possible for the system to communicate across cellular and IP networks. If one communication path goes down, the other will be there to back it up. This is the best way to ensure that your security system stays monitored at all times.

As an Alarm.com Communicator, this module will let your system connect with the Alarm.com Servers. After you create an Alarm.com account, you will be able to access the service to control your system remotely. This can be done using the Alarm.com Mobile App on Android and iOS devices. Once you have accessed Alarm.com, you can Arm and Disarm your system, check the current system status, control Z-Wave devices, view Alarm.com Cameras and more.

Alarm.com also relays any incoming signals to a central monitoring station and/or the end user. As a result, you will need active service with Alarm.com to use this communicator. Alarm.com requires that the cellular portion of this communicator is active in order for it to work. With this in mind, you will need a cellular alarm monitoring plan if you want to use this module. For Alarm Grid customers, this is a Gold Plan or higher. Please refer to our alarm monitoring page for more information.

Brand: Alarm.com DSC

Reviews
Best Impassa Communicator!
Submitted on 05/18/2020 Alarm Grid

The DSC TL8055LTVZ is a dual-path cellular and IP communicator for a DSC Impassa Security System. Once activated for monitoring service, the communicator will allow the Impassa System to communicate across both the Verizon LTE Cellular Network and the internet through a hardwired ethernet connection. The Alarm.com platform requires any connected system to have an active cellular communicator. And since most people already have internet in their homes and businesses, setting up IP service as a secondary path is only logical. In addition, the DSC TL8055LTVZ also serves as a Z-Wave Plus controller for adding smart home devices. We think the DSC TL8055LTVZ is a great communicator, and it can be used to extend the lifespan of any Impassa System on a high enough firmware. That is it gets 5 Stars from Alarm Grid.

There are many things we like about the DSC TL8055LTVZ. As a dual-path communicator, the panel will remain connected with the network even if one path goes down. Cellular connections are almost never lost, but internet outages are relatively commonplace. Using cellular and internet together will ensure that your Impassa always remains connected, and it will provide you with peace of mind. Since this is an LTE communicator, you can expect that it will keep your Impassa System monitored well into the very distant future. The fact that the DSC TL8055LTVZ can serve as a Z-Wave Plus communicator is also a nice touch, as you can start building a home automation network around Alarm.com.

There are some downsides for the DSC TL8055LTVZ that you should keep in mind. For one, the communicator must be physically installed, which will mean opening up the panel. That is a minor inconvenience, but something you can easily accomplish using a screwdriver. Like any DSC Impassa Cellular Communicator, the DSC TL8055LTVZ can only be used with an Impassa System that is running Firmware 1.3 or higher. It cannot be used with an Impassa System that is on a lower firmware version. Also keep in mind that local Z-Wave control from the panel, and all operation for home automation devices must be done through Alarm.com. But these downsides are relatively minor, and they do not stop us giving the DSC TL8055LTVZ a 5 Star rating.

Good: Dual-Path, Verizon LTE, Z-Wave Plus

Bad: Must be Installed, Only for Impassa 1.3+

Bottom Line: 5 Stars

* Based on a 10% APR with 12 months financing. APR's will vary between 10% - 30% based on credit score and various factors.