DIY Wireless Security Systems Frequently Asked Questions
Will a DSC Impassa Work w/ Apple HomeKit?
A DSC Impassa cannot be set up to work with Apple Homekit. Apple has not made HomeKit compatible with Alarm.com. Learn more about the DSC Impassa and Apple Homekit.
Will a DSC Impassa Work w/o a Phone Line?
If a DSC Impassa has an active cellular connection, it can receive monitoring service without a phone line. Find out how to provide monitoring for a DSC Impassa System.
What Happens to a DSC Impassa When the Internet Goes Down?
An internet outage will not affect a DSC Impassa. The system can only use a cellular connection or a phone line connection. Learn more about the DSC Impassa Alarm System.
How Do I Add an External Keypad to a DSC Impassa?
A keypad can be added to an Impassa by activating the keypad's enrollment function while the panel is in its wireless enrollment mode Learn how to add a keypad to an Impassa.
How Do I Change the Volume of a DSC Impassa?
The volume menu on a DSC Impassa is accessed by pressing [*] [6] [Master Code]. The volume is then adjusted using the arrows. Find out how to adjust the volume on a DSC Impassa.
Does the DSC Impassa Support Partitions?
The DSC Impassa does not provide support for multiple partitions. A user will need a different alarm system to use partitions. Learn more about the DSC Impassa System.
Can I Arm/Disarm a DSC Impassa From My Phone?
If a DSC Impassa is connected with Alarm.com, then a user will be able to arm and disarm their system from their phone. Discover more about the DSC Impassa and Alarm.com.
Can I Connect an Android Phone to a DSC Impassa?
An Android Phone can control a DSC Impassa using the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app is available for free download from the Google Play Store. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
How Do I Activate the Chime on a DSC Impassa?
Chime mode on a DSC Impassa can be toggled by either pressing and holding the "Chime" button for two seconds or entering the command [*] [4]. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
Can I Connect an iPhone to a DSC Impassa?
An iPhone can connect with a DSC Impassa using the Alarm.com service. The Alarm.com Mobile App must be downloaded from the Apple App Store. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
A DSC Impassa cannot be set up to work with Apple Homekit. Apple has not made HomeKit compatible with Alarm.com. Learn more about the DSC Impassa and Apple Homekit.
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Will a DSC Impassa Work w/o a Phone Line?
If a DSC Impassa has an active cellular connection, it can receive monitoring service without a phone line. Find out how to provide monitoring for a DSC Impassa System.
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What Happens to a DSC Impassa When the Internet Goes Down?
An internet outage will not affect a DSC Impassa. The system can only use a cellular connection or a phone line connection. Learn more about the DSC Impassa Alarm System.
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How Do I Add an External Keypad to a DSC Impassa?
A keypad can be added to an Impassa by activating the keypad's enrollment function while the panel is in its wireless enrollment mode Learn how to add a keypad to an Impassa.
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How Do I Change the Volume of a DSC Impassa?
The volume menu on a DSC Impassa is accessed by pressing [*] [6] [Master Code]. The volume is then adjusted using the arrows. Find out how to adjust the volume on a DSC Impassa.
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Does the DSC Impassa Support Partitions?
The DSC Impassa does not provide support for multiple partitions. A user will need a different alarm system to use partitions. Learn more about the DSC Impassa System.
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Can I Arm/Disarm a DSC Impassa From My Phone?
If a DSC Impassa is connected with Alarm.com, then a user will be able to arm and disarm their system from their phone. Discover more about the DSC Impassa and Alarm.com.
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Can I Connect an Android Phone to a DSC Impassa?
An Android Phone can control a DSC Impassa using the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app is available for free download from the Google Play Store. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
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How Do I Activate the Chime on a DSC Impassa?
Chime mode on a DSC Impassa can be toggled by either pressing and holding the "Chime" button for two seconds or entering the command [*] [4]. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
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Can I Connect an iPhone to a DSC Impassa?
An iPhone can connect with a DSC Impassa using the Alarm.com service. The Alarm.com Mobile App must be downloaded from the Apple App Store. Learn more about the DSC Impassa.
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