Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Best No-Contract Security System with Cameras?
Any Honeywell, 2GIG, or Qolsys system with compatible cameras and the Alarm Grid Platinum plan can provide no-contract monitoring service, including video, for an affordable rate. 2GIG and Qolsys panels use the Alarm.com platform, while Honeywell uses the Total Connect platform.
What is the Best No-contract Alarm Company?
With our affordable monthly rates, outstanding service and technical support and non-restrictive policies, Alarm Grid is the best no-contract Alarm Company.
What Brand of PIR Motion Can I Use with a VISTA 20P?
The Honeywell VISTA 20P can use any hardwired 12Volt DC passive infrared (PIR) motion detector, and any Honeywell 5800 series wireless motion sensor. Wired motions will require a 4-wire connection to the panel. Wireless motion detectors will require a wireless receiver to be used.
What Is the Best Honeywell Motion Detector for Big Areas?
For large area motion detection, we recommend the Honeywell 5800PIR-COM. This motion detector boasts a 60' by 80' range, making it great for large areas.
Can I Monitor My Existing Smoke Detectors Remotely?
Smoke detectors for a security system can be monitored through Total Connect or Alarm.com. The platform that is used will depend on the type of panel you have.
How Do I Install a Magnet on French Doors?
Installing a contact and magnet on a French door requires that the magnet is set on the opening part of the door and the contact is on the frame above it.
How Do I Add Alarm Sensors to a Double Sliding Door?
When adding a contact to a double sliding door, you will most likely need to use two sensors. This will allow for an opening from either side to be detected.
Does 2GIG Have Crash & Smash protection?
All panels that are supported on the Alarm.com platform can be enabled with the Crash & Smash feature. This includes the 2GIG GC2 and GC3 security systems.
How Do I Connect the FF345 to a Lyric Controller?
A FF345 can be programmed with a Lyric Controller by entering into zone programming on the Lyric and then auto-enrolling the FF345 device with the system.
How Do I Check the Firmware Version on My 2GIG GC3?
The current Firmware Version of your 2GIG GC3 system can be found under System Info And Usage which can be accessed from the home screen of the GC3 panel.
Any Honeywell, 2GIG, or Qolsys system with compatible cameras and the Alarm Grid Platinum plan can provide no-contract monitoring service, including video, for an affordable rate. 2GIG and Qolsys panels use the Alarm.com platform, while Honeywell uses the Total Connect platform.
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What is the Best No-contract Alarm Company?
With our affordable monthly rates, outstanding service and technical support and non-restrictive policies, Alarm Grid is the best no-contract Alarm Company.
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What Brand of PIR Motion Can I Use with a VISTA 20P?
The Honeywell VISTA 20P can use any hardwired 12Volt DC passive infrared (PIR) motion detector, and any Honeywell 5800 series wireless motion sensor. Wired motions will require a 4-wire connection to the panel. Wireless motion detectors will require a wireless receiver to be used.
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What Is the Best Honeywell Motion Detector for Big Areas?
For large area motion detection, we recommend the Honeywell 5800PIR-COM. This motion detector boasts a 60' by 80' range, making it great for large areas.
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Can I Monitor My Existing Smoke Detectors Remotely?
Smoke detectors for a security system can be monitored through Total Connect or Alarm.com. The platform that is used will depend on the type of panel you have.
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How Do I Install a Magnet on French Doors?
Installing a contact and magnet on a French door requires that the magnet is set on the opening part of the door and the contact is on the frame above it.
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How Do I Add Alarm Sensors to a Double Sliding Door?
When adding a contact to a double sliding door, you will most likely need to use two sensors. This will allow for an opening from either side to be detected.
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Does 2GIG Have Crash & Smash protection?
All panels that are supported on the Alarm.com platform can be enabled with the Crash & Smash feature. This includes the 2GIG GC2 and GC3 security systems.
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How Do I Connect the FF345 to a Lyric Controller?
A FF345 can be programmed with a Lyric Controller by entering into zone programming on the Lyric and then auto-enrolling the FF345 device with the system.
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How Do I Check the Firmware Version on My 2GIG GC3?
The current Firmware Version of your 2GIG GC3 system can be found under System Info And Usage which can be accessed from the home screen of the GC3 panel.
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