Communicators (4)
BAT Connect
‘Transmit via Internet and/or CellularAlula’s new BAT-Connect is simply the most innovative device on the security market today! Perfect to accompany new security systems or upgrade legacy systems.
Alula Sunset Program: Receive 18-months of service (a $99 value) when replacing a sunsetting communicator. See Alula.com for details.
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- BAT-CONNECT-A (AT&T)
- BAT-CONNECT-V (Verizon)
Options
- RE934Z Z-Wave Control Card (add for Z-Wave Gateway)
- RE036 Remove Antenna 8′ Cable (add for areas of weak signal)
- RE657WF* Flat Mount Touchpad (white, with transformer)
- RE667W* Slimline Touchpad (white, with desk stand and transformer)
- RE667B* Slimline Touchpad (black, with desk stand and transformer)
*Note: Up to 4 Touchpads are supported by the BAT-Connect.
Advisory: Be sure to register the device in Alula Portal before powering-up! Otherwise, it will not upload the panel.
Q: What alarm control panels does the BAT-Connect work with?
A: The BAT-Connect is universal, as it proves a ‘dialer capture’ for panels that transmit Contact ID format from the dialer output.
Q: What panels are supported for the Virtual Keypad feature?
A: Most DSC, Honeywell and GE panels are supported. The BAT-Connect is connected by using a 4-conductor wire to the keypad bus. See the Compatibility Chart for full details.
Q: How fast does the Virtual Keypad react to commands?
A: Alula utilizes the Internet as a primary source of communication, and Cellular as a back-up. Being connected to the Internet, via a Virtual Keypad connection through the Alula Security App, the alarm and home automation commands are very fast, usually responding in just one second.
Q: Do I need to order the external antenna?
A: Most installations do not require an external antenna. However, if the installation is in a building that is blocking cellular signal or in a remote location where cellular signal is weak, the remote antenna may be necessary. It is a good idea to have at least one remote antenna in inventory in case you need it.
Q: How does the ‘auto-programming’ work?
A: For compatible alarm control panels, the BAT-Connect will auto-program the alarm control using the keypad bus connection, programming the necessary fields for the alarm transmissions and virtual keypad.
Q: How are alarm signals transmitted from the alarm site?
A: The BAT-Connect is dual-path. The Internet is primary and auto-switchable to Cellular in the event the signal fails. Signals are processed by Alula and then re-transmitted to the central station. Many central stations have a direct Internet communication to Alula, while others that do not will utilize dial-up communications to the central station’s alarm receiver.
Q: I am new to Alula and want to get started, what is the first step?
A: Click on the ‘Become a Dealer’ tab at the top of the page. You will be directed to Alula’s portal. There is no charge to become a dealer.
Q: What are the charges for Internet and Cellular service through Alula?
A: Once you become a dealer, registration of the device can be easily made through Alula’s portal, even through Alula’s app using a smartphone. Charges are for (1) Alarm Relay, (2) Cameras and (3) Home Automation. The amounts depend on the volume of business a company does with Alula, where the wholesale charges are very competitive with similar services in the marketplace.
Q: The BAT-Connect has WiFi capability, how does this work?
A: The BAT-Connect actually has two seperate WiFi features. First is the WiFi to connect from the BAT-Connect to the customer’s WiFi gateway, and second is the WiFi that supports the Touchpads. The BAT-Connect has both a Ethernet hardwire connection and a WiFi connection in case Ethernet wiring is difficult or impossible to run.
Q: What is the warranty on the BAT-Connect?
A: Alula’s Limited Warranty is to repair or replace the device for five years, which warranty is the best in the industry.
Connect-XT for
Interlogix Simon
Alula’s new Connect-XT communicator card provides LTE/4G and 5G ready communications, and upgrades Simon XT, XTi and XTi-5 panels.
Features
- Retransmits Contact ID to Central Station
- Virtual Keypad
- Control Z-Wave Devices
- Smartphone Control Video and Automation
- Instant Text/Push Notifications
- LTE/4G and 5G Ready
- Built-In Antenna
- AT&T or Verizon Platforms
- 5 – Year Limited Warranty
- Connect-XT-V (Verizon)
- Connect-XT-A (AT&T)
- Connect-XT-V-Z (Verizon, Z-Wave)
- Connect-XT-A-Z (AT&T, Z-Wave)
Advisory: Be sure to register the device in Alula Portal before powering-up! Otherwise, it will not upload the panel.
BAT-WIFI
(Discontinued, Use BAT-Connect)
Alula’s universal Internet alarm communicator, the BAT WIFI, is a cost-effective solution for new installations and takeover of analog line upgrades, featuring fast IP alarm communications and industry-leading remote service capabilities.
Features
- Provides Dialer Capture
- Retransmits Contact ID to Central Station
- Connect Internet via WIFI or Ethernet
- Universal Panel Compatibility
- App: ‘Alula Security’
- Instant Text/Push Notification, including Email and Voice
- Remote Panel Programming
- Virtual Keypad for Most DSC, Honeywell and GE Controls via Keypad Bus
- Upload/Download with Supported Panels
BAT-WIFI
The BAT WiFi can be connected to the customer’s Internet via hardwire to a RJ45 or can be joined through WiFi. The WiFi connection is a very simple process of joining by holding the ‘join’ button on the BAT WiFi and within one minute using the join feature at the customer’s router/gateway
Q: Which is better, a hardwire or WiFi Internet connection?
A: Hardwire is always better because of the possibility of the WiFi disconnecting on a replacement of the customer’s router/gateway.
Q: How fast does the Virtual Keypad react to commands?
A: Alula utilizes the Internet as a primary source of communication, and Cellular as a back-up. Being connected to the Internet, via a Virtual Keypad connection through the Alula Security App, the alarm and home automation commands are very fast, usually responding in just one second.
Q: How are alarm signals transmitted from the alarm site?
A: The BAT-WiFi is single-path. Signals are processed by Alula and then re-transmitted to the central station. Many central stations have a direct Internet communication to Alula, while others that do not will utilize dial-up communications to the central station’s alarm receiver.
Q: What is the warranty on the BAT-Connect?
A: Alula’s Limited Warranty is to repair or replace the device for five years, which warranty is the best in the industry.
BAT LTE
(Discontinued, Use BAT-Connect)
Alula’s Internet and Cellular alarm communicator, the BAT LTE, features 4G LTE cellular technology, remote panel programming and universal panel support – including Honeywell, DSC and GE/Caddx.
Features
- Provides Dialer Capture
- Retransmits Contact ID to Central Station
- Dual-Path Internet & Cellular
- Virtual Keypad for Most DSC, Honeywell and GE Controls via Keypad Bus
- Instant Text/Push Notifications
- LTE 4G
- Lightning Fast Interactive Performance
Remote Programming - AT&T or Verizon Platforms
- 1 – Year Limited Warranty
BAT-LTE (Verizon)
Options:
RE036 Remove Antenna 8′ Cable (add for areas of weak signal, need two for the BAT-LTE)
The BAT-LTE is compatible with most DSC, Honeywell and GE controls. It is also compatible with the Honeywell Vista 128BP, which the BAT Connect is not.
Q: How does the BAT-LTE connect to the Internet?
A: RJ45 Ethernet Connection
Q: Is the BAT Connect the replacement for the now discontinued BAT-LTE?
A: Yes, the BAT Connect does everything the BAT-LTE did, plus added many more features, such as 5G compatibility, auto-programming, gateway for Z-Wave devices, and the support of up to 4 Alula Touchpads.
Q:Is there any reason that I should try to stock the BAT-LTE?
A: If you need a communicator to work with the Honeywell Vista 128BP, the BAT-LTE will work. As of this time, the BAT-Connect does not support the 128BP; however, it does support the Honeywell Vista 15p and Vista 20p.
Q: If I am in a weak cellular area, can I extend the antenna?
A: Yes, since the BAT-LTE has two antennas, you will need to remote both of them.