2GIG GC3 Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Where Should I Place My 2GIG Door and Window Sensor?
A 2GIG door and window sensor should be placed on a door or window frame about half an inch from its magnet. It must also be within range of the 2GIG panel.
Which Sensors are Compatible with 2GIG?
Many sensors are compatible with 2GIG security panels. In addition to the 2GIG brand of wireless sensors, Honeywell 5800 Series sensors can be used as well.
How Do I Add a Honeywell Siren to a 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG GC3 panel can have a Honeywell hard-wired siren installed directly to its circuit board. A siren can also be connected through a hard-wired relay.
How do you add a 2GIG PIR1-345 to the 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG PIR1-345 can be added to the 2GIG GC3 security panel through system programming. You will need the installer code to access system programming.
How do you add a 2GIG PAD1-345 to the 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG PAD1-345 wireless keypad can be added to the 2GIG GC3 through the systems keypad programming. Learn how to add a 2GIG PAD1-345 to the GC3 system.
How Do You Add a 2GIG SMKT2-345 to the 2GIG GC3?
A 2GIG SMKT2-345 can be added to a 2GIG GC3 security system through system programming. You will need the installer code for the system to access this menu.
Can You Turn Off the Siren on a 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG GC3 internal siren cannot be turned off in programming. However, the internal siren can be disabled by unplugging it from the system's main board.
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.
How Do You Add a 2GIG DW10 to the 2GIG GC3?
A DW10 door and window sensor can be added to the 2GIG GC3 through the system's programming menu. The installer code is needed to access the programming menu.
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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Where Should I Place My 2GIG Door and Window Sensor?
A 2GIG door and window sensor should be placed on a door or window frame about half an inch from its magnet. It must also be within range of the 2GIG panel.
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Which Sensors are Compatible with 2GIG?
Many sensors are compatible with 2GIG security panels. In addition to the 2GIG brand of wireless sensors, Honeywell 5800 Series sensors can be used as well.
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How Do I Add a Honeywell Siren to a 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG GC3 panel can have a Honeywell hard-wired siren installed directly to its circuit board. A siren can also be connected through a hard-wired relay.
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How do you add a 2GIG PIR1-345 to the 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG PIR1-345 can be added to the 2GIG GC3 security panel through system programming. You will need the installer code to access system programming.
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How do you add a 2GIG PAD1-345 to the 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG PAD1-345 wireless keypad can be added to the 2GIG GC3 through the systems keypad programming. Learn how to add a 2GIG PAD1-345 to the GC3 system.
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How Do You Add a 2GIG SMKT2-345 to the 2GIG GC3?
A 2GIG SMKT2-345 can be added to a 2GIG GC3 security system through system programming. You will need the installer code for the system to access this menu.
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Can You Turn Off the Siren on a 2GIG GC3?
The 2GIG GC3 internal siren cannot be turned off in programming. However, the internal siren can be disabled by unplugging it from the system's main board.
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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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How Do You Add a 2GIG DW10 to the 2GIG GC3?
A DW10 door and window sensor can be added to the 2GIG GC3 through the system's programming menu. The installer code is needed to access the programming menu.
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