2GIG GC2e Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Firmware Upgrade a 2GIG GC2e?
If your 2GIG GC2e Panel is connected with Alarm.com, then an update can be sent automatically. Or you can update manually using the Updater Tool or Cable. Learn to upgrade a GC2e.
Why Won't My 2GIG GC2 Send a Cell Test?
For a 2GIG Go!Control GC2, setting Question 91 (Q91) to "(0) no radio modem supplier" will make it impossible to run a Cell Test. Learn about the (Q91) setting on the 2GIG GC2.
How Do I Set Up Multi-System Access to Alarm.com Using the Mobile App?
Alarm.com allows you to set up access to multiple security systems from one login username. Learn how you can set up multi system access for Alarm.com from the mobile app.
2GIG GC2e Vs. Honeywell PROA7PLUS
The 2GIG GC2e is a budget alarm system, while the Honeywell PROA7PLUS is considered a higher-end state-of-the-art system. See how the GC2e and the PROA7PLUS stack-up and compare.
How Do I Use the Honeywell 5800C2W With a 2GIG GC2 or GC2e?
The Honeywell 5800C2W allows you to use wired sensors with compatible 345 MHz alarm systems like the 2GIG GC2 and GC2e. Learn how to use the Honeywell 5800C2W with a GC2 or GC2e.
How Do I Power Cycle My Wireless Alarm System?
To power cycle your wireless system, drop both battery and AC power to shut down. Power on by connecting battery first, and AC power second. Learn to power cycle a wireless system.
How Do I Reset My Wireless Alarm System
The two types of resets you can perform for a wireless security system include a power cycle reset and a factory default reset. Learn to reset your wireless alarm system.
Can I Increase the Max Number of Zones On My Wireless Security System?
The maximum number of zones that an alarm system can support is hardcoded into the system's firmware. This limit cannot be increased. Learn about zone limits for alarm systems.
What is the Role of a Monitoring Platform?
A monitoring platform forwards alerts to the central station and/or the end user via text and/or email, depending on the user's monitoring plan. Learn about monitoring platforms.
What is the Secret Duress Button on the 2GIG GC2e?
Pressing the 2GIG logo in the bottom-right corner of the main GC2e screen and entering your duress code will send a silent duress alert to the central station. Learn about duress.
If your 2GIG GC2e Panel is connected with Alarm.com, then an update can be sent automatically. Or you can update manually using the Updater Tool or Cable. Learn to upgrade a GC2e.
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Why Won't My 2GIG GC2 Send a Cell Test?
For a 2GIG Go!Control GC2, setting Question 91 (Q91) to "(0) no radio modem supplier" will make it impossible to run a Cell Test. Learn about the (Q91) setting on the 2GIG GC2.
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How Do I Set Up Multi-System Access to Alarm.com Using the Mobile App?
Alarm.com allows you to set up access to multiple security systems from one login username. Learn how you can set up multi system access for Alarm.com from the mobile app.
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2GIG GC2e Vs. Honeywell PROA7PLUS
The 2GIG GC2e is a budget alarm system, while the Honeywell PROA7PLUS is considered a higher-end state-of-the-art system. See how the GC2e and the PROA7PLUS stack-up and compare.
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How Do I Use the Honeywell 5800C2W With a 2GIG GC2 or GC2e?
The Honeywell 5800C2W allows you to use wired sensors with compatible 345 MHz alarm systems like the 2GIG GC2 and GC2e. Learn how to use the Honeywell 5800C2W with a GC2 or GC2e.
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How Do I Power Cycle My Wireless Alarm System?
To power cycle your wireless system, drop both battery and AC power to shut down. Power on by connecting battery first, and AC power second. Learn to power cycle a wireless system.
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How Do I Reset My Wireless Alarm System
The two types of resets you can perform for a wireless security system include a power cycle reset and a factory default reset. Learn to reset your wireless alarm system.
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Can I Increase the Max Number of Zones On My Wireless Security System?
The maximum number of zones that an alarm system can support is hardcoded into the system's firmware. This limit cannot be increased. Learn about zone limits for alarm systems.
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What is the Role of a Monitoring Platform?
A monitoring platform forwards alerts to the central station and/or the end user via text and/or email, depending on the user's monitoring plan. Learn about monitoring platforms.
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What is the Secret Duress Button on the 2GIG GC2e?
Pressing the 2GIG logo in the bottom-right corner of the main GC2e screen and entering your duress code will send a silent duress alert to the central station. Learn about duress.
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