Frequently Asked Questions

Do Honeywell 5815 door and window sensors have magnets?
Learn how the Honeywell 5815 door and window sensors work and their use of magnets in this Alarm Grid FAQ.
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Are Telguard systems good?
If you are considering a Telguard alarm communicator, read this FAQ.
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How far out can a Honeywell motion detect movement?
Find out what the range is for your Honeywell motion detector.
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How do I install a Honeywell 5811 door & window sensor?
Learn how to install a Honeywell 5811 door and window sensor in this FAQ.
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Can a Tuxedo Touch control Leviton light switches?
Find out how to use your Honeywell Tuxedo Touch to control Leviton light switches.
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What sensor/magnet gap does a Honeywell 5811 support?
Find out how close the magnet needs to be to the transmitter on a Honeywell 5811 to work.
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How do I change the code on a First Alert FA260 keypad?
The FA260 is a keypad used with First Alert FA168C and FA148CP security systems, click to find out how to change the codes.
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Does Z-Wave interfere with other wireless electronics?
Z-Wave does a pretty good job of staying out of other electronic's frequencies. If you are looking for a great home automation option, Z-Wave provides it!
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How Much Does Total Connect Cost?
Total Connect is Honeywell's interactive service. The price of a Total Connect account is usually hidden in te cost of monitoring. Not at Alarm Grid.
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Does the Honeywell VISTA 21IP Use Wireless Wifi?
The VISTA 21iP is a wired security panel, which includes its internet. It's communicator attaches to a router via a CAT 5 cable.
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