Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Set The House ID For a Honeywell LYNX Touch?
The House ID Code for a LYNX Touch can be set from 01 to 31. It is used for communicating with bi-directional wireless devices. Find out how to set the House ID for a LYNX Touch.
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Does a Honeywell 4219 Require a Relay?
The Honeywell 4219 Zone Expander connects directly with a Honeywell VISTA Panel to receive power. No power relay is required for the 4219. Learn more about the Honeywell 4219.
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How Do I Add a Honeywell 5828 to a LYNX Touch?
A 5828 Keypad is programmed with a LYNX Touch by matching the House ID for the keypad and the panel and by setting the System Type to 2 for LYNX. Learn how to program a 5828.
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How Do I Add a Wireless Zone to a Qolsys IQ Panel 2?
Wireless zones are added to an IQ Panel 2 by putting the system into learn mode and then activating the sensor to enroll it. Find out how to add a wireless zone to an IQ Panel 2.
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How Do I Install the Honeywell 5800COMBO?
The Honeywell 5800COMBO comes with a mounting plate for installing the device. The plate is installed on the wall, and the sensor is mounted to the plate. Learn how to install the 5800COMBO.
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How Do I Program the Honeywell 5800COMBO to the L7000?
The 5800COMBO is programmed with multiple zones on an L7000. Zones can be used for smoke/heat, CO detection, freeze and maintenance. Find out how to use a 5800COMBO with an L7000.
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Are Qolsys Smoke Detectors Compatible w/ Google Home?
A Qolsys Smoke Detector will not work with Google Home devices. Only the alarm system itself can work with Google Home. Learn why a Qolsys Smoke is incompatible with Google Home.
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How Do I Get My System to Text Me when a Gate is Opened?
If your system is set up with an interactive service, you can receive text alerts when a sensor is activated. Find out how to get your system set up with an interactive service.
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How Do I Program the Honeywell 5806W3 to the Lyric Security System?
The Lyric Controller has a wireless enrollment mode for learning-in wireless sensors like the 5806W3 Smoke Detector. Find out how to enroll this device with the Lyric Controller.
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Are 2GIG's Smoke Detectors Compatible w/ Google Home?
Life-safety devices, like smoke detectors, do not work with Google Home. The security system can interact with Google Home, but the smoke detectors can't. Learn about Google Home.
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