Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Enroll a VERSA-GE Sensor With a Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus?
The VERSA-GE Contacts are enrolled with the 319.5 MHz IQ2+ by putting the system into auto-enrollment mode and opening the device's tamper cover. Learn to enroll a VERSA-GE.
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How Do I Reset The 4-Digit Code On My Honeywell 6280?
The Honeywell 6280 uses codes based on the codes added to the VISTA System. If you want to reset the MC and IC, you must do it through Console Mode. Learn to reset your codes.
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How Do I Turn Off My Honeywell Security System?
A consistent method for powering down a Honeywell Alarm Panel is to disconnect the battery and then unplug the transformer from the wall outlet. Learn how to turn off your system.
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How Do I Factory Default a Honeywell VISTA P-Series System?
The programming command for factory defaulting a Honeywell VISTA P-Series System is *97. This restores all settings to factory default. Learn how to factory reset a VISTA System.
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How Do I Factory Default a PowerG Sensor?
By factory defaulting a PowerG Sensor, you can successfully add it to a new system without deleting it from the old one. Learn how to perform a factory reset for a PowerG Sensor.
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How Long are SkyBell Video Clips Available?
The amount of time that SkyBell video clips are stored depends on your interactive platform. TC2 stores for 7 days, while ADC has finite clip limits. Learn about SkyBell clips.
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Where Can I Download the Latest Firmware for the Honeywell L5200 Alarm System?
The L5200 can be updated by using the LYNXTOUCH-MSD Firmware Updater Tool. AlarmNet will view the L5200 as an L5210 System after the latest update. Learn about updating an L5200.
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What Is a Security System
The main components of an alarm system are sensors and a control panel. The system will send out distress signals during alarm events. Find out what an alarm system is.
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What Is a Motion Sensor?
Most alarm systems will have at least one motion sensor installed. These devices are great for detecting unwanted break-ins. Find out what motion sensors are and how they work.
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Can I Do Dual Path Monitoring on a Honeywell VISTA 21iP?
The VISTA 21iP has a built-in IP communicator. If you want to do dual-path, you must disable the internal IP communicator and add a dual-path module. Learn about the VISTA 21iP.
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