Frequently Asked Questions
How Do Alarm Systems Work?
A sensor sends a signal to a panel whenever it is faulted. Depending on the zone settings, the panel will then send out a signal to a central station. Learn how alarm panels work.
What Does the TG-1 Express Alarm Communicator Do?
If a panel has a phone dialer, then it can use a Telguard TG-1 Express as a cellular communicator. Find out how the Telguard TG-1 Express works and how it benefits a system.
How Do I Program a Honeywell 5877 to My L5210?
The Honeywell 5877 can be paired with a Honeywell L5210 System through the Automation Menu. The module must be wired with the garage door motor. Learn how to program the 5877.
How Do I Program a Honeywell 5877 to My L7000?
The Honeywell 5877 is paired with a Honeywell L7000 System through the Automation Menu. It needs to be wired with the garage motor. Learn to program a Honeywell 5877.
Are There Security Systems Better Than a VISTA-P Alarm System?
Users looking for a reliable hardwired system can receive great results from a VISTA System. But these have been largely replaced by wireless systems. Learn about VISTA Panels.
Can I Update the Firmware On a Honeywell L5210, L7000 Alarm System?
The only way to update a Honeywell L5210 or L7000 System is to use the Honeywell LYNXTOUCH-MSD Firmware Updater Tool. Learn how to update the firmware on an L5210 or L7000 System.
What Is in 2GIG's 1.19 Firmware Upgrade
The 1.19 Firmware Update makes the 2GIG GC2 compatible with the newer LTE communicators. This is important for connecting with Alarm.com. Learn about 2GIG's 1.19 Firmware Upgrade.
Where Can I Buy Honeywell CO2 Detectors?
Alarm Grid offers some of the best Honeywell CO2 Detectors. You can buy these life-safety devices directly from our website. Check out some of the best Honeywell CO2 Detectors.
What Is the Max Number of Door/Window Sensors I Can Add to a Wireless Alarm System?
Each door and window sensor takes up a zone on a system. If you run out of zones, then you cannot add a new sensor. Find out how many sensors you can add to your system.
How Do I Factory Default My Schlage Z-Wave Lock?
To factory default a Schlage Z-Wave Lock, power down the device. Then hold down the Schlage button while power is being reapplied. Learn how to factory default your Schlage Lock.
A sensor sends a signal to a panel whenever it is faulted. Depending on the zone settings, the panel will then send out a signal to a central station. Learn how alarm panels work.
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What Does the TG-1 Express Alarm Communicator Do?
If a panel has a phone dialer, then it can use a Telguard TG-1 Express as a cellular communicator. Find out how the Telguard TG-1 Express works and how it benefits a system.
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How Do I Program a Honeywell 5877 to My L5210?
The Honeywell 5877 can be paired with a Honeywell L5210 System through the Automation Menu. The module must be wired with the garage door motor. Learn how to program the 5877.
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How Do I Program a Honeywell 5877 to My L7000?
The Honeywell 5877 is paired with a Honeywell L7000 System through the Automation Menu. It needs to be wired with the garage motor. Learn to program a Honeywell 5877.
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Are There Security Systems Better Than a VISTA-P Alarm System?
Users looking for a reliable hardwired system can receive great results from a VISTA System. But these have been largely replaced by wireless systems. Learn about VISTA Panels.
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Can I Update the Firmware On a Honeywell L5210, L7000 Alarm System?
The only way to update a Honeywell L5210 or L7000 System is to use the Honeywell LYNXTOUCH-MSD Firmware Updater Tool. Learn how to update the firmware on an L5210 or L7000 System.
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What Is in 2GIG's 1.19 Firmware Upgrade
The 1.19 Firmware Update makes the 2GIG GC2 compatible with the newer LTE communicators. This is important for connecting with Alarm.com. Learn about 2GIG's 1.19 Firmware Upgrade.
Added:
Where Can I Buy Honeywell CO2 Detectors?
Alarm Grid offers some of the best Honeywell CO2 Detectors. You can buy these life-safety devices directly from our website. Check out some of the best Honeywell CO2 Detectors.
Added:
What Is the Max Number of Door/Window Sensors I Can Add to a Wireless Alarm System?
Each door and window sensor takes up a zone on a system. If you run out of zones, then you cannot add a new sensor. Find out how many sensors you can add to your system.
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How Do I Factory Default My Schlage Z-Wave Lock?
To factory default a Schlage Z-Wave Lock, power down the device. Then hold down the Schlage button while power is being reapplied. Learn how to factory default your Schlage Lock.
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