Wireless Alarm Control Panels Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Zones Can a 5881 Medium Board Handle?
The Honeywell 5881ENM medium wireless receiver provides support for up to 16 wireless zones, and it is compatible with all Honeywell Vista control panels.
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Where is the Power Button on the L5100?
While there is no power button on an L5100, it is possible to reboot the panel. You can also turn it off by removing its power supply and backup battery.
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How Do I Connect a Lyric Wireless Security System to WIFI?
The Honeywell Lyric Controller can connect to WIFI by joining a WIFI network. The device comes with a built-in WIFI card, so no additional add-ons are needed.
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How Do I Connect a Lyric Wireless Security System to WIFI?
The Honeywell Lyric Controller can connect to WIFI by joining a WIFI network. The device comes with a built-in WIFI card, so no additional add-ons are needed.
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What Loop Number Does My Honeywell 5800 Series Wireless Device Use?
Different 5800 Series wireless devices use different, and in some cases, multiple loop numbers. Shown is a list of commonly used devices and their loop numbers.
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Do the Honeywell Lynx Systems Require RF Line of Sight?
Honeywell Lynx Systems never use line of sight. RF communication does not require line of sight. Lynx panels use RF to communicate with 5800 Series devices.
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How Do I Program a SiXPIR to the Lyric Gateway?
In order to enroll a SiXPIR with a Lyric Gateway system, you must contact your alarm monitoring company and have them put the Lyric Gateway into learn mode.
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How Do I Connect a Z-Wave Door Lock to My Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
A Z-Wave door lock can be programmed with a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 by auto-enrolling the lock with the system. Make sure to test the lock after learning it in.
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Is a Honeywell 5818MNL compatible with a 2GIG GC3?
As a 5800 Series sensor, the Honeywell 5815MNL is compatible with the 2GIG GC3. No additional add-ons are needed to use the 5818MNL with a 2GIG GC3 panel.
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How do I Install the XCVR2 on my 2GIG GC3 Alarm Panel?
The XCVR2 is not compatible with the 2GIG GC3, instead, install the XCVR3-GC3 to support the Image2-GC3 image sensor. Read on to see how it installs.
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