DIY Wireless Security Systems Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Connect to the DSC Impassa w/ an iPad?
An iPad can use the Alarm.com Mobile App to control a DSC Impassa. This app can be downloaded for free from the App Store. Learn how to use an iPad with the DSC Impassa.
How Do I Activate the Chime on a DSC Impassa?
Chime mode on a DSC Impassa can be toggled by either pressing and holding the "Chime" button for two seconds or entering the command [*] [4]. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
Can I Install a DSC Impassa Myself and Still Get Monitoring?
A DSC Impassa can certainly be self-installed. As long as it is working properly, a DIY monitoring company won't care who installed it. Find out more about the DSC Impassa.
Does the DSC Impassa Support Partitions?
The DSC Impassa does not provide support for multiple partitions. A user will need a different alarm system to use partitions. Learn more about the DSC Impassa System.
How Do I Change the Volume of a DSC Impassa?
The volume menu on a DSC Impassa is accessed by pressing [*] [6] [Master Code]. The volume is then adjusted using the arrows. Find out how to adjust the volume on a DSC Impassa.
Can I Arm/Disarm a DSC Impassa From My Phone?
If a DSC Impassa is connected with Alarm.com, then a user will be able to arm and disarm their system from their phone. Discover more about the DSC Impassa and Alarm.com.
Can a DSC Impassa be Self-Monitored?
It is possible to do self-monitoring with a DSC Impassa. The system will need to be connected with Alarm.com to make this possible. Learn how to self-monitor a DSC Impassa.
How Do I Add a DSC Impassa to My Local WIFI?
A DSC Impassa cannot connect with a WIFI network. Instead, we recommend using a cellular connection with the system. Learn about the possible communication paths for the Impassa.
How Do I Add a Wireless Zone to a DSC Impassa?
A wireless zone is added to a DSC Impassa by putting the panel into enrollment mode and then activating the sensor. Then configure the settings. Learn how to set up a DSC Impassa.
Will Total Connect Work w/ a DSC Impassa?
A DSC Impassa cannot be used with Total Connect. The Total Connect service is for Honeywell Panels only. But the DSC Impassa can access Alarm.com. Learn more about Alarm.com.
An iPad can use the Alarm.com Mobile App to control a DSC Impassa. This app can be downloaded for free from the App Store. Learn how to use an iPad with the DSC Impassa.
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How Do I Activate the Chime on a DSC Impassa?
Chime mode on a DSC Impassa can be toggled by either pressing and holding the "Chime" button for two seconds or entering the command [*] [4]. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
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Can I Install a DSC Impassa Myself and Still Get Monitoring?
A DSC Impassa can certainly be self-installed. As long as it is working properly, a DIY monitoring company won't care who installed it. Find out more about the DSC Impassa.
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Does the DSC Impassa Support Partitions?
The DSC Impassa does not provide support for multiple partitions. A user will need a different alarm system to use partitions. Learn more about the DSC Impassa System.
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How Do I Change the Volume of a DSC Impassa?
The volume menu on a DSC Impassa is accessed by pressing [*] [6] [Master Code]. The volume is then adjusted using the arrows. Find out how to adjust the volume on a DSC Impassa.
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Can I Arm/Disarm a DSC Impassa From My Phone?
If a DSC Impassa is connected with Alarm.com, then a user will be able to arm and disarm their system from their phone. Discover more about the DSC Impassa and Alarm.com.
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Can a DSC Impassa be Self-Monitored?
It is possible to do self-monitoring with a DSC Impassa. The system will need to be connected with Alarm.com to make this possible. Learn how to self-monitor a DSC Impassa.
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How Do I Add a DSC Impassa to My Local WIFI?
A DSC Impassa cannot connect with a WIFI network. Instead, we recommend using a cellular connection with the system. Learn about the possible communication paths for the Impassa.
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How Do I Add a Wireless Zone to a DSC Impassa?
A wireless zone is added to a DSC Impassa by putting the panel into enrollment mode and then activating the sensor. Then configure the settings. Learn how to set up a DSC Impassa.
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Will Total Connect Work w/ a DSC Impassa?
A DSC Impassa cannot be used with Total Connect. The Total Connect service is for Honeywell Panels only. But the DSC Impassa can access Alarm.com. Learn more about Alarm.com.
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