Frequently Asked Questions
Do Alarm System Door Contacts Need a Power Supply?
Door contacts operate using a built-in reed switch and magnet. No power supply is needed. But wireless contacts use power to communicate with the panel. Learn about door contacts.
What Does Wait Mean on a Honeywell Thermostat?
The Wait feature on a Honeywell Thermostat prevents the HVAC system compressor from experiencing damage. Learn how the Wait feature works and how it protects your HVAC equipment.
Can a Key Fob Button be Used as a Trigger to Automate a Garage Door?
A key fob input can be used to activate a scene that operates a garage door. A smart garage opener or relay and a tilt sensor are both needed. Learn how to control a garage door.
Which Battery Packs are Compatible with the Lyric Alarm System?
The Honeywell Lyric Alarm System has two compatible battery packs available. These are the LP500-24B and the LCP500-4B. Learn about the Honeywell Lyric Controller.
Does a 5800COMBO Work w/ a Lyric Alarm System?
The 5800COMBO is a Honeywell 5800 Series device that operates at 345 MHz. It can be used with a Honeywell Lyric Alarm System quite reliably. Learn about the Honeywell 5800COMBO.
How Do I Default a VAM Module?
The Honeywell VAM has a reset button that can be used to reset the device. There are actually two possible methods for factory defaulting the device. Learn how to reset a VAM.
Which Honeywell Panels is the SEM Compatible With?
The SEM is an Alarm.com Cellular Communication module that connects with an alarm panel's ECP bus. It works with VISTA P-Series Panels. Learn about the Alarm.com SEM.
How Do I Control a Honeywell L5200 Remotely?
The Honeywell L5200 can be operated remotely by accessing Total Connect 2.0. This requires that the panel has a cellular or IP connection. Learn about the Honeywell L5200.
How Do I Reduce the Volume on a Honeywell VISTA 20P?
The volume on a Honeywell VISTA 20P cannot be directly adjusted. However, voice keypads can have their volume raised or lowered. Learn how volume works on a VISTA 20P System.
How Do I Adjust the Sensitivity of a Honeywell Hardwired Motion Sensor?
Most motion sensors have configurable DIP switches that can be used to adjust device sensitivity. This varies depending on the sensor. Learn how to adjust your hardwired motion.
Door contacts operate using a built-in reed switch and magnet. No power supply is needed. But wireless contacts use power to communicate with the panel. Learn about door contacts.
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What Does Wait Mean on a Honeywell Thermostat?
The Wait feature on a Honeywell Thermostat prevents the HVAC system compressor from experiencing damage. Learn how the Wait feature works and how it protects your HVAC equipment.
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Can a Key Fob Button be Used as a Trigger to Automate a Garage Door?
A key fob input can be used to activate a scene that operates a garage door. A smart garage opener or relay and a tilt sensor are both needed. Learn how to control a garage door.
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Which Battery Packs are Compatible with the Lyric Alarm System?
The Honeywell Lyric Alarm System has two compatible battery packs available. These are the LP500-24B and the LCP500-4B. Learn about the Honeywell Lyric Controller.
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Does a 5800COMBO Work w/ a Lyric Alarm System?
The 5800COMBO is a Honeywell 5800 Series device that operates at 345 MHz. It can be used with a Honeywell Lyric Alarm System quite reliably. Learn about the Honeywell 5800COMBO.
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How Do I Default a VAM Module?
The Honeywell VAM has a reset button that can be used to reset the device. There are actually two possible methods for factory defaulting the device. Learn how to reset a VAM.
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Which Honeywell Panels is the SEM Compatible With?
The SEM is an Alarm.com Cellular Communication module that connects with an alarm panel's ECP bus. It works with VISTA P-Series Panels. Learn about the Alarm.com SEM.
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How Do I Control a Honeywell L5200 Remotely?
The Honeywell L5200 can be operated remotely by accessing Total Connect 2.0. This requires that the panel has a cellular or IP connection. Learn about the Honeywell L5200.
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How Do I Reduce the Volume on a Honeywell VISTA 20P?
The volume on a Honeywell VISTA 20P cannot be directly adjusted. However, voice keypads can have their volume raised or lowered. Learn how volume works on a VISTA 20P System.
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How Do I Adjust the Sensitivity of a Honeywell Hardwired Motion Sensor?
Most motion sensors have configurable DIP switches that can be used to adjust device sensitivity. This varies depending on the sensor. Learn how to adjust your hardwired motion.
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