Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Turn Off My Honeywell Alarm System's Chime?
Turning of the chime on a Honeywell Alarm System is very easy. However, the process will vary slightly depending upon what type of Honeywell Panel is being used. Hardwired Vista Panels follow a different process than wireless Honeywell Systems. Learn more about the chime on a Honeywell system.
What Is the American Family Insurance Homeowner's Insurance Discount Given for Owning an Alarm System?
American Family Insurance will offer a homeowner a 5% discount in home insurance for burglary coverage and another 5% discount for fire coverage. Their alarm system must be set up with a central monitoring station in order to receive these discounts. Learn more about AmFam Insurance discounts.
How Do I Program a Z-Wave Lock into a Lyric Security System?
A Z-Wave lock can be enrolled with a Lyric Controller through the automation menu of the system. The enrollment process involves clearing the lock and the programming it with the system. The lock can then be installed and tested. Learn more about programming a Z-Wave lock with a Lyric Controller.
What is the Best Door/Window Sensor for the VISTA-P Security System?
There are many excellent door and window sensors that work well with a VISTA P-Series security system. Hardwired contacts can be used with no additional add-ons. A wireless contact will require a wireless receiver to be added. Learn more about door and window contacts for a VISTA system.
What Are the Best Alarm Contacts for Sliding Doors?
When selecting a contact for a sliding door, it is generally wise to choose a thin contact so that it can properly fit on the sliding door. The user will need to decide if they want to use a wireless contact or a wired contact. Learn more about choosing an alarm contact for a sliding door.
Can a LYNXr Text Me Alerts?
The LYNXr is incapable of sending text alerts. This is because the system cannot sync with Total Connect 2.0. If a user wants a security system that can send text alerts, they will need to upgrade to a newer system. Learn more about the Honeywell LYNXr and upgrading to a newer system.
How Do I Change the Volume on a Honeywell Alarm System?
The process for adjusting the volume on a Honeywell alarm system depends upon what type of Honeywell control panel is being used. A Honeywell touchscreen panel can have its volume adjusted from the settings menu, but a Honeywell Vista cannot. Learn more about adjusting a Honeywell panel's volume.
How Do I Disarm My Alarm System?
In order to disarm an alarm system, it is necessary to know the Master Code or a valid user code for the security system. The exact process for disarming an alarm system varies between different types of security panels. Learn how to disarm your alarm system by following this helpful guide.
What Is the Best No-Contract Alarm System for a House?
There are several alarm systems that are great for use in houses. We advise choosing a wireless system due to their overall ease of use and versatility. The choice of which system to use largely comes down to preference. All of our systems are no-contract. Learn more about choosing an alarm system.
Can the Lyric's SiXPIR Motion Be Used to Trigger HomeKit Scenes?
It is possible for a SiXPIR motion to activate scenes that have been set up through Apple HomeKit. The Lyric Controller will sync the motion and HomeKit. The SiXPIR will activate an automation on HomeKit, which will then activate the scene. Learn more about using devices to trigger HomeKit scenes.
Turning of the chime on a Honeywell Alarm System is very easy. However, the process will vary slightly depending upon what type of Honeywell Panel is being used. Hardwired Vista Panels follow a different process than wireless Honeywell Systems. Learn more about the chime on a Honeywell system.
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What Is the American Family Insurance Homeowner's Insurance Discount Given for Owning an Alarm System?
American Family Insurance will offer a homeowner a 5% discount in home insurance for burglary coverage and another 5% discount for fire coverage. Their alarm system must be set up with a central monitoring station in order to receive these discounts. Learn more about AmFam Insurance discounts.
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How Do I Program a Z-Wave Lock into a Lyric Security System?
A Z-Wave lock can be enrolled with a Lyric Controller through the automation menu of the system. The enrollment process involves clearing the lock and the programming it with the system. The lock can then be installed and tested. Learn more about programming a Z-Wave lock with a Lyric Controller.
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What is the Best Door/Window Sensor for the VISTA-P Security System?
There are many excellent door and window sensors that work well with a VISTA P-Series security system. Hardwired contacts can be used with no additional add-ons. A wireless contact will require a wireless receiver to be added. Learn more about door and window contacts for a VISTA system.
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What Are the Best Alarm Contacts for Sliding Doors?
When selecting a contact for a sliding door, it is generally wise to choose a thin contact so that it can properly fit on the sliding door. The user will need to decide if they want to use a wireless contact or a wired contact. Learn more about choosing an alarm contact for a sliding door.
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Can a LYNXr Text Me Alerts?
The LYNXr is incapable of sending text alerts. This is because the system cannot sync with Total Connect 2.0. If a user wants a security system that can send text alerts, they will need to upgrade to a newer system. Learn more about the Honeywell LYNXr and upgrading to a newer system.
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How Do I Change the Volume on a Honeywell Alarm System?
The process for adjusting the volume on a Honeywell alarm system depends upon what type of Honeywell control panel is being used. A Honeywell touchscreen panel can have its volume adjusted from the settings menu, but a Honeywell Vista cannot. Learn more about adjusting a Honeywell panel's volume.
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How Do I Disarm My Alarm System?
In order to disarm an alarm system, it is necessary to know the Master Code or a valid user code for the security system. The exact process for disarming an alarm system varies between different types of security panels. Learn how to disarm your alarm system by following this helpful guide.
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What Is the Best No-Contract Alarm System for a House?
There are several alarm systems that are great for use in houses. We advise choosing a wireless system due to their overall ease of use and versatility. The choice of which system to use largely comes down to preference. All of our systems are no-contract. Learn more about choosing an alarm system.
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Can the Lyric's SiXPIR Motion Be Used to Trigger HomeKit Scenes?
It is possible for a SiXPIR motion to activate scenes that have been set up through Apple HomeKit. The Lyric Controller will sync the motion and HomeKit. The SiXPIR will activate an automation on HomeKit, which will then activate the scene. Learn more about using devices to trigger HomeKit scenes.
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