Door & Window Alarm Sensors Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Replace Old Alarm Sensor Magnets?
Find out how to replace an old alarm sensor magnet
Why is my Honeywell 5800C2W showing an orange light?
Troubleshooting the 5800C2W using LED's
How Do I Use a FG701 to Test a Honeywell 5853 GBD?
Using the FG701 to test the Honeywell 5853 for proper operation
How Do I Add A Sensor To A Vista 10P?
Learn how to add a sensor to a Vista 10P
How do I create a Pool Trouble zone on a Vista-P Panel?
Using Configurable Zone Types on P series panels.
How do I test a 5819WHS to find the best setting?
Walk testing the 5819WHS.
How do I add a Hardwired zone to my L5100?
Hardwire Zone programming on the LynxTouch system
Motion Detector vs Window Sensor
Protecting your windows is a crucial area of your security system. When is it OK to use a motion sensor rather installing sensors on each window? Check out the pros and cons of each.
Honeywell Glassbreak vs Window Sensors
Glass break detectors and windows sensors are both used to protect against a break-in through a window, but they work in very differnet ways.
Honeywell 5814 vs 5811
Trying to decide between the 5814 versus the 5811? Let our FAQ help you decide which door / window sensor is right for you!
Find out how to replace an old alarm sensor magnet
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Why is my Honeywell 5800C2W showing an orange light?
Troubleshooting the 5800C2W using LED's
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How Do I Use a FG701 to Test a Honeywell 5853 GBD?
Using the FG701 to test the Honeywell 5853 for proper operation
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How Do I Add A Sensor To A Vista 10P?
Learn how to add a sensor to a Vista 10P
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How do I create a Pool Trouble zone on a Vista-P Panel?
Using Configurable Zone Types on P series panels.
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How do I test a 5819WHS to find the best setting?
Walk testing the 5819WHS.
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How do I add a Hardwired zone to my L5100?
Hardwire Zone programming on the LynxTouch system
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Motion Detector vs Window Sensor
Protecting your windows is a crucial area of your security system. When is it OK to use a motion sensor rather installing sensors on each window? Check out the pros and cons of each.
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Honeywell Glassbreak vs Window Sensors
Glass break detectors and windows sensors are both used to protect against a break-in through a window, but they work in very differnet ways.
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Honeywell 5814 vs 5811
Trying to decide between the 5814 versus the 5811? Let our FAQ help you decide which door / window sensor is right for you!
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