I’m looking for a module to trigger an audio clip when an alarm is triggered (DSC or Qolsys). This is for a job with no control system.

I found this but it looks ultra cheap and junky, but mayne I’m wrong. Any other suggestions appreciated.



[Link: voiceoff.com]

Viking Electronics may have something. For example, this module can be triggered via contact closure. [Link: vikingelectronics.com]

I've used this own the past if you have an audio system to play it through.
[Link: gilderfluke.com]

If you need an amplifier to power a speaker, they also have this:
[Link: gilderfluke.com]

The Niles Audio DBI-2 was the most popular solution in home automation systems, but it was discontinued about a year ago. Below are replacements I've seen recommended on various forums, in addition to the Gilderfluke mentioned above:

[Link: barix.com]
[Link: frightideas.com]
[Link: alcorn.com]
[Link: technovision.com]
[Link: bcsideas.com]
[Link: vikingelectronics.com]
[Link: vikingelectronics.com]
[Link: bogen-paging.com]
[Link: rdlnet.com]

The only one I've personally used is the Barix, which is great, and can do a lot more than simply playing sound files.

Also, these guys are great and work really well. Reliable too!

[Link: sparkfun.com]

Here's seconds and thirds for Gilderfluke. See the link below for an item I put in that announces entry to the foyer and plays for twenty seconds after people leave the foyer. Sound ramps up and down appropriately.

It uses a PIR sensor triggering the Gilderfluke combo stereo power amp and SD chip playback unit in the video. It's been going for eight years now.

Here it is:

The range of other stuff they have is fantastic.

Nice