FBI Inc. XL-1215 “Computer Alarm” – Complete System
This is an authentic early-1980s professional alarm system, removed intact and preserved. These were installer-only commercial systems, commonly used in banks, offices, and high-end properties — not consumer DIY equipment. Perfect for: Film & TV prop use Vintage electronics collectors Industrial / cyberpunk décor Museums or retro-tech displays
Included Components FBI Inc. XL-1215 Computer Alarm Control Panel Steel enclosure Original circuit boards Original wiring diagrams inside cabinet Inspection & date labels (1983) Heavy Aluminum Hardwired Keypad Mechanical keys (not membrane) Classic 12-key layout with * / # Tri-LED status indicators (green / yellow / red) Brushed metal faceplate – very period-correct Detection Systems Inc. (DSI) Motion Detector – Model DS901E Made in Fairport, NY 12VDC @ 30mA Early PIR / analog motion detection Metal-backed housing with grid lens DSI later became Radionics / Bosch Security Original wiring, terminal blocks, and internal labels present
Era & Authenticity Dated 1983 Early microprocessor-based alarm system Hardwired zones, telephone line monitoring design
Heavy industrial construction — steel and aluminum, no cheap plastics This is the real thing — not a reproduction, not modernized.
Prop & Display Use This system has a distinct early-80s professional security aesthetic that modern equipment can’t replicate. Ideal for: 1980s–1990s film/TV sets Law enforcement / corporate / bank scenes Retro-futurist or cyberpunk environments Prop buyers value authenticity, labels, and original hardware — all present here.
Condition Notes Clean, complete, and unmodified Sold as-is, untested due to age (typical for vintage electronics) Not intended for modern home security use Cosmetic wear consistent with age (see photos)
Shipping Carefully packed Local pickup welcome if applicable
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