Frequently Asked Questions
What Should I Replace My LYNX Plus L3000 Control Panel with?
If you are looking to upgrade from a Honeywell L3000 security panel, we recommend replacing it with a Honeywell Lyric Controller. The Lyric will offer a user-friendly experience, and it will function with all of the existing sensors that were programmed with the L3000. Learn more about the Lyric.
What Kind of Security Systems are Compatible w/ Total Connect?
Total Connect is exclusively for use with Honeywell security systems. This includes any VISTA Panel, any LYNX Series Panel and the Lyric Controller. With Total Connect, you can arm and disarm your system, check the status of your sensors and control Z-Wave devices. Learn more about Total Connect.
Can I Add Sensors to My Home Alarm on My Own?
Programming sensors to a home alarm system is a task that can be completed by an end user. To do this, the user will need to know the Installer Code for their system. This code will allow the user to access zone programming so that they can program a sensor. Learn more about adding sensors.
How Do I Setup the Slideshow on My Honeywell LYNX Touch?
The slideshow feature on a LYNX Touch will have a series of images appear on the panel's screen if the system is left idle for a predetermined period of time. To do this, you must have images uploaded to your LYNX Touch system. There is currently no way to upload new images. Read on to learn more.
How Do I Install a Honeywell 951WG in a Door?
Installing a Honeywell 951WG involves drilling holes into both the door and its frame. The sensor and its magnet will be inserted into these holes for a discreet installation. A 2 conductor wire must be run from the alarm system to the sensor. Learn more about installing the 951WG contact.
Can I Connect a GC2 to Alexa?
The 2GIG GC2 system connects with Alexa through the user's Alarm.com account. The user will need to enable the Alarm.com Smart Home skill to use Alexa to control their GC2. From there, they must link their Alarm.com account information with the app. Learn how to control the GC2 using Alexa.
What Sensors Work with a Honeywell L5210 & L7000?
If you are using wireless sensors with a Honeywell L5210 or L7000, you will generally want to use sensors from the Honeywell 5800 Series. All of the 5800 Series sensors will work with these systems. You can also use a 5800C2W to use hardwired sensors if desired. Read on to learn more.
How Do I Add a Picture to a Honeywell L7000?
Users have no way to add pictures to a Honeywell LYNX Touch system, such as the L7000. Previously, this was done using the Total Connect service. However, Honeywell removed this capability, and now it is impossible to upload pictures to an L7000 panel. Learn more about pictures on the L7000.
How Do I Add a Key Fob Serial Number to a Honeywell L3000?
Adding a key fob serial number to a Honeywell L3000 is done through zone programming. Each button on a key fob will be assigned to its own individual zone on the L3000 system. Part of this process involves learning in the key fob using its unique serial number. Continue reading to learn more.
Are Alarm Grid's Reviews Real?
All of the product reviews and company testimonials featured on the Alarm Grid website are 100% real. This is also true of reviews on third-party sites. Keep reading to learn more.
If you are looking to upgrade from a Honeywell L3000 security panel, we recommend replacing it with a Honeywell Lyric Controller. The Lyric will offer a user-friendly experience, and it will function with all of the existing sensors that were programmed with the L3000. Learn more about the Lyric.
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What Kind of Security Systems are Compatible w/ Total Connect?
Total Connect is exclusively for use with Honeywell security systems. This includes any VISTA Panel, any LYNX Series Panel and the Lyric Controller. With Total Connect, you can arm and disarm your system, check the status of your sensors and control Z-Wave devices. Learn more about Total Connect.
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Can I Add Sensors to My Home Alarm on My Own?
Programming sensors to a home alarm system is a task that can be completed by an end user. To do this, the user will need to know the Installer Code for their system. This code will allow the user to access zone programming so that they can program a sensor. Learn more about adding sensors.
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How Do I Setup the Slideshow on My Honeywell LYNX Touch?
The slideshow feature on a LYNX Touch will have a series of images appear on the panel's screen if the system is left idle for a predetermined period of time. To do this, you must have images uploaded to your LYNX Touch system. There is currently no way to upload new images. Read on to learn more.
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How Do I Install a Honeywell 951WG in a Door?
Installing a Honeywell 951WG involves drilling holes into both the door and its frame. The sensor and its magnet will be inserted into these holes for a discreet installation. A 2 conductor wire must be run from the alarm system to the sensor. Learn more about installing the 951WG contact.
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Can I Connect a GC2 to Alexa?
The 2GIG GC2 system connects with Alexa through the user's Alarm.com account. The user will need to enable the Alarm.com Smart Home skill to use Alexa to control their GC2. From there, they must link their Alarm.com account information with the app. Learn how to control the GC2 using Alexa.
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What Sensors Work with a Honeywell L5210 & L7000?
If you are using wireless sensors with a Honeywell L5210 or L7000, you will generally want to use sensors from the Honeywell 5800 Series. All of the 5800 Series sensors will work with these systems. You can also use a 5800C2W to use hardwired sensors if desired. Read on to learn more.
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How Do I Add a Picture to a Honeywell L7000?
Users have no way to add pictures to a Honeywell LYNX Touch system, such as the L7000. Previously, this was done using the Total Connect service. However, Honeywell removed this capability, and now it is impossible to upload pictures to an L7000 panel. Learn more about pictures on the L7000.
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How Do I Add a Key Fob Serial Number to a Honeywell L3000?
Adding a key fob serial number to a Honeywell L3000 is done through zone programming. Each button on a key fob will be assigned to its own individual zone on the L3000 system. Part of this process involves learning in the key fob using its unique serial number. Continue reading to learn more.
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Are Alarm Grid's Reviews Real?
All of the product reviews and company testimonials featured on the Alarm Grid website are 100% real. This is also true of reviews on third-party sites. Keep reading to learn more.
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