Frequently Asked Questions
Arm Stay vs Arm Night
A Motion sensors with an Interior Response Type that is enabled for Night Stay will not be automatically bypassed when the system is set to Arm Night. Learn about Arm Night mode.
What Is a Motion Detector?
Motion sensors represent one of the most commonly used security sensors in homes and businesses. These devices are used to detect movement. Find out what a motion detector is.
How Do I Replace Wired Door Alarm Sensors?
If you are replacing a wired door alarm sensor, you can just disconnect the wires from the old sensor and connect them to the new one. Learn how to replace wired door sensors.
How Do I Remove an Alarm Sensor from My Door?
Alarm door sensors are very easy to remove. You just have to delete the zone programming, disconnect the wires and remove the sensor and magnet. Learn to remove door sensors.
What Does the Symbol Next to My Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Zone Mean?
There are many symbols that can appear next to zones on an IQ Panel 2 Plus. The symbols include Open, Closed, Active, Idle, Unreachable and Tampered. Learn about the IQ2+ Symbols.
How Do I Disable Quick Arming On a 2GIG GC2 System?
By Disabling the Quick Arming feature on a GC2 System, you will need to provide a valid code whenever your Arm Away or Arm Stay. Learn about Quick Arming on the 2GIG GC2.
Can an Alarm Sensor be Attached to a Garage Door?
Many alarm systems use garage door sensors to determine when the garage door is left open. These can be very useful sensors for security systems. Learn about garage door sensors.
How are Motion Detectors Wired to a Panel?
A hardwired motion detector will normally use a 4-wire connection with the panel. Two wires will transmit data, and the other two transmit power. Learn about motion sensors.
Can Alexa Arm and Disarm a Honeywell Alarm System?
Amazon Alexa can speak to Total Connect 2.0 to Arm a Honeywell System. But Alexa voice commands cannot be used to Disarm. Learn how to control your system using Amazon Alexa.
What Products are Alarm.com Compatible?
There are many alarm systems and security cameras that are used with Alarm.com. This platform is great for building around for security and home automation. Learn about Alarm.com.
A Motion sensors with an Interior Response Type that is enabled for Night Stay will not be automatically bypassed when the system is set to Arm Night. Learn about Arm Night mode.
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What Is a Motion Detector?
Motion sensors represent one of the most commonly used security sensors in homes and businesses. These devices are used to detect movement. Find out what a motion detector is.
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How Do I Replace Wired Door Alarm Sensors?
If you are replacing a wired door alarm sensor, you can just disconnect the wires from the old sensor and connect them to the new one. Learn how to replace wired door sensors.
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How Do I Remove an Alarm Sensor from My Door?
Alarm door sensors are very easy to remove. You just have to delete the zone programming, disconnect the wires and remove the sensor and magnet. Learn to remove door sensors.
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What Does the Symbol Next to My Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus Zone Mean?
There are many symbols that can appear next to zones on an IQ Panel 2 Plus. The symbols include Open, Closed, Active, Idle, Unreachable and Tampered. Learn about the IQ2+ Symbols.
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How Do I Disable Quick Arming On a 2GIG GC2 System?
By Disabling the Quick Arming feature on a GC2 System, you will need to provide a valid code whenever your Arm Away or Arm Stay. Learn about Quick Arming on the 2GIG GC2.
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Can an Alarm Sensor be Attached to a Garage Door?
Many alarm systems use garage door sensors to determine when the garage door is left open. These can be very useful sensors for security systems. Learn about garage door sensors.
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How are Motion Detectors Wired to a Panel?
A hardwired motion detector will normally use a 4-wire connection with the panel. Two wires will transmit data, and the other two transmit power. Learn about motion sensors.
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Can Alexa Arm and Disarm a Honeywell Alarm System?
Amazon Alexa can speak to Total Connect 2.0 to Arm a Honeywell System. But Alexa voice commands cannot be used to Disarm. Learn how to control your system using Amazon Alexa.
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What Products are Alarm.com Compatible?
There are many alarm systems and security cameras that are used with Alarm.com. This platform is great for building around for security and home automation. Learn about Alarm.com.
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