DSC CD8055IVZ

Alarm.com Verizon CDMA Communicator for Impassa w/ Image Sensor Module

Average rating:

(based upon one review)

The DSC CD8055IVZ is a Verizon CDMA Cellular Communicator for the DSC Impassa Alarm Panel. This communicator will allow the system to connect to the Verizon CDMA Network for cellular monitoring service. It is also used for getting the panel connected with Alarm.com. Buy this cell radio here.
  • Alarm.com

This product is not sold by Alarm Grid at this time. As an alternative, we recommend:

Description

The DSC CD8055IVZ Alarm.com Verizon CDMA Communicator allows a DSC Impassa Alarm System to connect with the Verizon CDMA Network for cellular monitoring service. The module will allow the system to connect with the Alarm.com platform and use cellular connectivity with a monitoring company.

Cellular connectivity provides several advantages for the DSC Impassa. It is more reliable than phone line monitoring, and it offers faster communication speeds. It is also the only way to use the DSC Impassa with Alarm.com. This is an interactive service platform that a user can access at any time to control their security system. Through Alarm.com, a user can arm and disarm their panel, check the current status of sensors, control Z-Wave devices and more. Alarm.com can be accessed through a web browser or remotely using the Alarm.com Mobile App on Android and iOS devices.

Please note that this module also serves as a Z-Wave controller for the DSC Impassa. This will allow Z-Wave smart home devices to be used with the system. But keep in mind that all Z-Wave operation will need to take place through Alarm.com, since there is no way to control Z-Wave devices locally from a DSC Impassa.

Brand: DSC

Reviews
CDMA Communicator
Submitted on 08/18/2020 Alarm Grid

The DSC CD8055IVZ is a discontinued Verizon CDMA Communicator for a DSC Impassa Security System. The module can no longer be activated for alarm monitoring service, as Verizon is in the process of shutting down their CDMA network. Existing units that have already been activated can continue to be used until Verizon ultimately shuts down the network. The module came bundled with an image sensor for use with Alarm.com, and it could readily support Z-Wave devices. But the fact that this is a CDMA Communicator is difficult to ignore. For that reason, we only give this a 4-Star rating.

There are positive aspects regarding the DSC CD8055IVZ. For one, it provides reliable cellular monitoring when activated. Cellular connectivity is must more reliable than IP connectivity, as internet outages are fairly common. This communicator allows an Impassa System to communicate with the Alarm.com servers. This is great for controlling your system remotely, provided that your monitoring plan includes access to the Alarm.com platform. The fact that this module includes built-in Z-Wave support and image sensor support is a nice touch as well. If the unit has already been activated, then it can remain active until Verizon shuts down their CDMA network. But users should upgrade to an LTE model as soon as possible.

The downsides to the DSC CD8055IVZ should not be ignored. The product has been discontinued, and even if you find a used model, it can no longer be activated for monitoring. Once Verizon shuts down their CDMA network, the module will stop working entirely, so you want to upgrade to LTE as soon as you can. Like any Impassa communicator, the device needs to be installed, which requires opening up the panel. While this was once a good communicator, it should no longer be used today. It gets 4 Stars.

Good: Reliable Cellular monitoring, Alarm.com, Z-Wave, Image Sensor Support, Can Remain Active Until Verizon Shuts Down CDMA Network

Bad: Discontinued, Can No Longer be Activated, Must be Installed

Bottom Line: 4 Stars

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