Frequently Asked Questions
How Should I Program Report Codes If I'm Using a Self Monitoring Plan with Alarm Grid?
Users with a self-monitoring plan will want to disable all Report Codes. This is necessary for any panel connected with Total Connect 2.0. Learn how to disable Report Codes.
How Are Motion Sensors Wired?
The typical hardwired motion sensor will use a 4-wire connection, with two wires for data and two wires for power. Most use Normally Closed wiring. Learn about motion sensors.
What Gauge Wire Should I Use for a CO Detector?
Alarm Grid recommends using 18-gauge wire when installing hardwired carbon monoxide sensors. Some building codes may require this. Learn why 18-gauge wire is great for CO sensors.
What Is the Coverage Area of a Honeywell 360° Motion Sensor?
A 360° motion sensor will have a larger area the higher it is mounted. But mounting it too high will prevent it from detecting the motion below. Learn about 360° Motion Sensors.
How Do I Change an Installer Code on a Honeywell System If I Only Have a Tuxedo Keypad?
The Tuxedo Touch has a Console Mode that lets users change system settings. This includes the four-digit Installer Code. Learn to change the Installer Code using a Tuxedo Touch.
What Is a Go!Bridge?
The 2GIG GC2 System offers no method for IP connectivity out of the box. But you can add a Go!Bridge module to connect the system to an IP network. Learn about the Go!Bridge.
Which Alarm Panels Does the CDMA-X Work With?
The CDMA-X is a cellular communicator designed for use with VISTA Systems. It has since been replaced by the more advanced Honeywell LTE-XV. Learn about cellular communicators.
What Is a TG-1 Express Alarm Communicator?
If you have an older panel with a phone dialer, then you might add a TG-1 Express to allow it to communicate across a cellular network. Learn about the TG-1 Express.
Where Should I Install a Heat Detector?
Certain areas of the home are better-suited for heat sensors than smoke sensors. Using heat sensors instead of smoke sensors can prevent false alarms. Learn about heat detectors.
What Does a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Kit Include?
Each Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Kit from Alarm Grid has a new IQ Panel 2 Plus, some door and window contacts, a motion sensor, a power cable and a transformer. Learn about these kits.
Users with a self-monitoring plan will want to disable all Report Codes. This is necessary for any panel connected with Total Connect 2.0. Learn how to disable Report Codes.
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How Are Motion Sensors Wired?
The typical hardwired motion sensor will use a 4-wire connection, with two wires for data and two wires for power. Most use Normally Closed wiring. Learn about motion sensors.
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What Gauge Wire Should I Use for a CO Detector?
Alarm Grid recommends using 18-gauge wire when installing hardwired carbon monoxide sensors. Some building codes may require this. Learn why 18-gauge wire is great for CO sensors.
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What Is the Coverage Area of a Honeywell 360° Motion Sensor?
A 360° motion sensor will have a larger area the higher it is mounted. But mounting it too high will prevent it from detecting the motion below. Learn about 360° Motion Sensors.
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How Do I Change an Installer Code on a Honeywell System If I Only Have a Tuxedo Keypad?
The Tuxedo Touch has a Console Mode that lets users change system settings. This includes the four-digit Installer Code. Learn to change the Installer Code using a Tuxedo Touch.
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What Is a Go!Bridge?
The 2GIG GC2 System offers no method for IP connectivity out of the box. But you can add a Go!Bridge module to connect the system to an IP network. Learn about the Go!Bridge.
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Which Alarm Panels Does the CDMA-X Work With?
The CDMA-X is a cellular communicator designed for use with VISTA Systems. It has since been replaced by the more advanced Honeywell LTE-XV. Learn about cellular communicators.
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What Is a TG-1 Express Alarm Communicator?
If you have an older panel with a phone dialer, then you might add a TG-1 Express to allow it to communicate across a cellular network. Learn about the TG-1 Express.
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Where Should I Install a Heat Detector?
Certain areas of the home are better-suited for heat sensors than smoke sensors. Using heat sensors instead of smoke sensors can prevent false alarms. Learn about heat detectors.
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What Does a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Kit Include?
Each Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Kit from Alarm Grid has a new IQ Panel 2 Plus, some door and window contacts, a motion sensor, a power cable and a transformer. Learn about these kits.
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