MELVILLE, New York–(BUSINESS WIRE)–2GIG Technologies announced today that Monitronics International has approved the use of its Go!Control home security and management system. As part of the agreement, Monitronics and its base of dealers will now have access to the fastest growing line of security products in the industry.

“With the growing demand for interactive services, the Go!Control panel provides another platform to provide these exciting features to our customers”

“We are thrilled with Monitronics’ recent approval of our equipment,” said Lance Dean, co-founder of 2GIG Technologies. “Monitronics is an industry leader and a fantastic partner for us. We are looking forward to working with them and their dealer base to expand the interactive features available to their customers.”

2GIG’s security system panel is named Go!Control – the first self-contained, all-in-one security and home management system complete with color LCD touch screen. Other features of the system include a built-in GSM radio enabling 2-way voice calls over cellular, and an embedded Z-Wave module that transforms the panel into a home automation control device. As a result, features such as HVAC, lighting and appliance control are seamlessly integrated with 2GIG’s security system to deliver convenience and cost savings to customers.

“With the growing demand for interactive services, the Go!Control panel provides another platform to provide these exciting features to our customers,” said Mitch Clarke, Vice President of Marketing for Monitronics. “Disruptive technologies and innovative solutions are great for our industry.”

About 2GIG Technologies

Formed in 2008 by former Honeywell Security veterans Lance Dean and Scott Simon, 2GIG Technologies is engaged in the business of manufacturing the most technologically advanced residential security and home management solutions in the industry. 2GIG has developed and is currently manufacturing GO!Control – the first self-contained, all-in-one security and home management system panel complete with color LCD touch screen. Web and PDA features are available through Alarm.com. Additional information is available at www.2gig.com

About Monitronics

Founded in 1994, Monitronics International is one of the nation’s largest, fastest-growing alarm monitoring companies. Headquartered in Dallas, they provide monitored security system services to more than 700,000 residential customers and commercial clients through their network of nationwide, independent authorized dealers.

At the heart of their operations is the Monitronics Central Station, which has consistently met or exceeded all UL, National Fire Protection Association, and Central Station Alarm Association standards. With millions invested in their monitoring technology, they can provide reliable, uninterrupted security monitoring service.