Upgrade / Takeover: Move from Bosch, DSC, Hills to AJAX in Melbourne – No Wall Chasing
Why upgrade to AJAX now
Many legacy alarm panels (Bosch, DSC, Hills, etc.) were built for hard-wired zones and analogue reporting. They still work but are limited: maintenance is harder, mobile control is basic, and adding new protection (outdoor, leak, fire) is cumbersome. Upgrading to the AJAX ecosystem delivers modern, app-first security with long-range, low-power radio (Jeweller), MotionCam visual verification, encrypted cloud, and flexible user roles/logs.
You also gain a broader stack—intrusion, fire and leak sensors in one platform with unified scenarios and instant alerts. For Melbourne homes and SMBs, a takeover is done without wall chasing: existing wiring and many sensors are reused, while the “brain” becomes an AJAX Hub with selected wireless devices.
Dual-path comms (Ethernet/Wi-Fi + cellular) keep alerts flowing during NBN outages. Remote health checks, firmware updates and battery tracking maintain reliability year-round and make service predictable.
The result is a cleaner, faster upgrade that preserves what already works, reduces downtime, and prepares your property for perimeter coverage, optional 24/7 monitoring and future smart-access integrations—within a single, scalable ecosystem.
A modern, integrated upgrade preserves existing wiring, adds MotionCam verification, and readies your system for Melbourne conditions and insurer requirements.
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🚀 Typical Migration Paths for Melbourne (Bosch / DSC / Hills → AJAX)
While each site is unique, the upgrade logic is consistent and focused on reusing healthy infrastructure while moving control to a modern AJAX platform.
Bosch Solution / DSC / Hills Reliance panels: The enclosure and PCB are decommissioned, but zone wiring is retained where practical. Door/window contacts and many ceiling PIRs are mapped to the AJAX Hub via a MultiTransmitter, preserving your wiring investment.
Keypads & Fobs: Legacy keypads are replaced with an AJAX KeyPad at convenient entry points. Existing remotes are superseded by the AJAX app and, if needed, new key fobs/cards for clean, role-based access.
Sirens: External sirens on legacy systems are commonly swapped for AJAX StreetSiren to ensure clean integration, health monitoring and reliable tamper detection.
Add-ons: MotionCam detectors bring visual verification to cut false alarms; LeaksProtect and FireProtect 2 extend safety beyond intrusion; outdoor coverage is added with perimeter devices—without trenching new cable.
Connectivity: Dual-path communication (Ethernet/Wi-Fi plus a cellular module where specified) keeps alerts flowing during local internet outages or NBN works common across Melbourne suburbs.
This approach minimises disruption, reduces installation time and keeps the upgrade budget under control—while moving you to a modern, supportable platform that’s ready for monitoring, perimeter expansion and future integrations.
Upgrade once — benefit for years: reuse good wiring, add MotionCam verification, and standardise on an AJAX hub for reliable day-to-day operation.
⏳ Process and Timeline: From Photo Audit to Cutover
Upgrades run smoothly when scoped properly. The process is usually as follows:
Photo Audit
Provide clear photos of the panel/enclosure, keypad, siren location(s), and any outbuildings. An engineer identifies what can be reused and which AJAX parts are needed.
On-site Verification
We confirm zone counts, cable condition, power availability, RF conditions, and any height/access restrictions to validate the upgrade path.
Design & Mapping
Legacy zones are mapped to AJAX (wired via MultiTransmitter or replaced with wireless where appropriate). Outdoor/perimeter coverage is specified; hub/keypad/siren placements are planned.
Preparation
Devices are pre-programmed with user profiles, zones, and naming conventions so the on-site window is short and predictable.
Cutover Day
The old panel is isolated and removed, cabling is landed as designed, new hardware is installed, and the system is commissioned. Existing users are added to the app.
Test & Handover
We test arming/disarming, alarm paths, sirens, pet logic and camera verification, then provide a concise handover sheet and training.
Typical timeline: Single-storey homes are commonly completed in one day; larger homes, exterior/perimeter works or multi-tenant buildings may require a second visit.
Our Packages
Silver Basic Package
- 1 x HUB 4G + Ethernet
- 4 x Motion Protect
- 1 x Home Siren
- 1 x Street Siren
- 2 x Space Control Key Fobs
Gold Package
- 1 x HUB 4G + Ethernet
- 1 x Keypad
- 2 x Door Protect
- 4 x Motion Protect
- 1 x Motion Cam
- 1 x Home Siren
- 1 x Street Siren
- 2 x Space Control Key Fobs
Platinum Package
- 1 x HUB 4G + Ethernet
- 1 x Keypad
- 2 x Door Protect
- 2 x Motion Protect
- 2 x Motion Cam
- 2 x Motion Cam Outdoor
- 1 x Home Siren
- 1 x Street Siren
- 2 x Space Control Key Fobs
💰 Cost, Trade-in and What Drives the Budget
AJAX takeovers are cost-effective because you don’t pay to rewire your property. The total depends on a few clear drivers, so you only invest where it matters and keep the upgrade budget under control.
- Zone count & reuse How many wired sensors can be kept vs replaced. Reusing healthy cabling and contacts reduces labour and avoids wall works.
- Perimeter / outdoor Gardens, driveways and sheds often benefit from outdoor devices—added coverage without trenching new cable.
- Visual verification Number of MotionCam detectors for event-driven photo checks to cut false alarms and speed responses.
- Connectivity & monitoring Dual-path communications (Ethernet/Wi-Fi + cellular) and any 24/7 monitoring requirements.
- Access control Smart lock / intercom integrations where required for unified alarm + entry workflows.
Where legacy hardware still has value, a trade-in credit can offset the upgrade. Transparent pricing is presented up front—often with a base “upgrade kit” plus optional add-ons for outdoor, fire, and leak protection—so homeowners and managers can phase improvements over time.
Clear structure, clear budget: start with the core upgrade kit, then add perimeter, MotionCam and safety sensors as your needs grow.
🔒 Compliance, Monitoring and Ongoing Support
For Melbourne customers, quality is not just about hardware — it’s also about compliance and maintainability. A licensed installation with proper documentation (device list, zone map, event logging, user roles) simplifies maintenance and supports insurer discussions from day one.
- Licensed install: work performed by qualified technicians, documented to local requirements.
- Documentation pack: device list, zone map, event log policy, role-based user access.
- Monitoring-ready: video-verification workflows reduce false alarms and improve response quality.
- Remote upkeep: health checks, firmware updates, and battery status reports keep the system in shape.
- Service cadence: annual/semi-annual visits test sirens, verify pet settings, and align perimeter to how you use the property.
If you later decide to connect to 24/7 monitoring, the system is already structured for it — including event-driven MotionCam verification to separate real threats from false triggers and streamline response.
Routine remote checks, over-the-air updates, and documented service visits ensure the installation remains compliant and predictable to maintain, whether it’s a single-storey home or a multi-tenant building.
Built right, maintained right: start with a licensed, well-documented setup and your AJAX system stays reliable — and insurer-friendly — for years.
In most cases, yes. Door/window contacts and many ceiling PIRs can be retained and brought into AJAX via a wired zone interface, eliminating the need for new wall work.
No chiselling is required. We reuse existing cable runs and mounting points wherever practical. New units require only small fixings in selected locations.
Legacy keypads are replaced with an AJAX KeyPad with advanced arming options. External/internal sirens are typically upgraded to AJAX sirens for clean integration and health monitoring.
Most single-storey homes are completed in one day. Large homes, outdoor/perimeter projects, or multi-tenant sites may require additional time.
The system can be specified with dual-path communications (e.g., Ethernet/Wi-Fi plus cellular module) so alerts continue during local outages.
No. MotionCam provides event-based photo verification only when an alarm is triggered, helping confirm whether a threat is real while preserving privacy.
Yes. Users can be added with roles and permissions, and every action is logged for accountability.
We provide installation documentation and can design for 24/7 monitoring if required by your insurer, making it easier to demonstrate the level of protection in place.