2GIG CDMAV-A-GC3 Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Will the Alarm Industry Support CDMA in Their Existing Installations?
Already activated CDMA communicators can continue to remain monitored and in service until Verizon shuts down their CDMA cellular network. Learn about the Verizon CDMA sunset.
Can I Use A 2GIG GC3 Without Alarm.com?
Yes, the 2GIG GC3 can be used without Alarm.com. This is called a "local" system. Local systems make noise but they do not report alarm activity off-site. Learn more about the GC3.
Does The 2GIG GC3 Have A Compatible Touchscreen Keypad?
The 2GIG GC3 is compatible with the 2GIG SP1 and SP2 Touchscreen Keypads. These touchscreen devices will both work with the GC3. Find out how to use a keypad with the GC3.
How Do I Activate the 2GIG CDMAV-A-GC3 in a 2GIG GC3?
A monitoring company that is also an Alarm.com dealer must activate the CDMAV-A-GC3. Learn how to install the unit in the GC3 system and get it activated.
What Does CDMA Stand For?
The term CDMA is an acronym that stands for Code-Division Multiple Access. It refers to the type of radio systems used in Verizon's 3G cellular network. CDMA communicators have largely been replaced by communicators that can access Verizon's 4G and LTE networks. Learn more about CDMA.
2GIG GC3 vs 2GIG GC2
Two of the most popular security panels from 2GIG are the GC3 and the GC2. The GC3 is considered to be 2GIG's flagship panel, while the GC2 is an older model. While the GC3 does offer some upgrades over the GC2, none of these upgrades make the GC2 obsolete. Learn more about the GC3 and the GC2.
How Do I Connect My iPhone to a 2GIG GC3?
An iPhone can be connected to a 2GIG GC3 system through the Alarm.com platform. Your system will need to be activated with Alarm.com in order to do this.
How Does Dual Path Monitoring Work on a 2GIG GC3?
When Dual Path communication is enabled on the GC3, it sends all signals meant for the monitoring station via both paths simultaneously. Alarm.com acknowledges and forwards whichever signal is received first, and ignores the duplicate. This ensures that the fastest path available is always used.
Can WIFI be Primary with Cellular as Backup on a 2GIG GC3?
When WIFI is available on the GC3, signals are sent via both WIFI and Cellular. Alarm.com acknowledges whichever is received first, forwards that signal to the monitoring station, and ignores subsequent signals. This way, signals always use the fastest path available for communication.
How Can I Connect Wirelessly to a 2GIG GC3 with an iPad?
An iPad can connect wirelessly to a 2GIG GC3 system with the downloadable Alarm.com app. Learn how to configure Alarm.com on a GC3 alarm and automation system.
Already activated CDMA communicators can continue to remain monitored and in service until Verizon shuts down their CDMA cellular network. Learn about the Verizon CDMA sunset.
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Can I Use A 2GIG GC3 Without Alarm.com?
Yes, the 2GIG GC3 can be used without Alarm.com. This is called a "local" system. Local systems make noise but they do not report alarm activity off-site. Learn more about the GC3.
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Does The 2GIG GC3 Have A Compatible Touchscreen Keypad?
The 2GIG GC3 is compatible with the 2GIG SP1 and SP2 Touchscreen Keypads. These touchscreen devices will both work with the GC3. Find out how to use a keypad with the GC3.
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How Do I Activate the 2GIG CDMAV-A-GC3 in a 2GIG GC3?
A monitoring company that is also an Alarm.com dealer must activate the CDMAV-A-GC3. Learn how to install the unit in the GC3 system and get it activated.
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What Does CDMA Stand For?
The term CDMA is an acronym that stands for Code-Division Multiple Access. It refers to the type of radio systems used in Verizon's 3G cellular network. CDMA communicators have largely been replaced by communicators that can access Verizon's 4G and LTE networks. Learn more about CDMA.
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2GIG GC3 vs 2GIG GC2
Two of the most popular security panels from 2GIG are the GC3 and the GC2. The GC3 is considered to be 2GIG's flagship panel, while the GC2 is an older model. While the GC3 does offer some upgrades over the GC2, none of these upgrades make the GC2 obsolete. Learn more about the GC3 and the GC2.
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How Do I Connect My iPhone to a 2GIG GC3?
An iPhone can be connected to a 2GIG GC3 system through the Alarm.com platform. Your system will need to be activated with Alarm.com in order to do this.
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How Does Dual Path Monitoring Work on a 2GIG GC3?
When Dual Path communication is enabled on the GC3, it sends all signals meant for the monitoring station via both paths simultaneously. Alarm.com acknowledges and forwards whichever signal is received first, and ignores the duplicate. This ensures that the fastest path available is always used.
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Can WIFI be Primary with Cellular as Backup on a 2GIG GC3?
When WIFI is available on the GC3, signals are sent via both WIFI and Cellular. Alarm.com acknowledges whichever is received first, forwards that signal to the monitoring station, and ignores subsequent signals. This way, signals always use the fastest path available for communication.
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How Can I Connect Wirelessly to a 2GIG GC3 with an iPad?
An iPad can connect wirelessly to a 2GIG GC3 system with the downloadable Alarm.com app. Learn how to configure Alarm.com on a GC3 alarm and automation system.
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