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		<title><![CDATA[How do I change my alarm code?]]></title>
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<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">First you must know your security system and how to operate it.  You do this by reading the instruction manual given to you by the installer.  If you did not receive an instruction manual from your install; then contact the alarm company that sold you the alarm.</font>
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<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Most security systems have a &#39;Master&#39; code assigned that the homeowner has chosen.  To change the &#39;Master&#39; code do the following:</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">1. Enter the current &#39;Master&#39; code at the keypad</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">2. Press [8] code key</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">3. Enter [02]</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">4. Enter the new code two times.</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">Example:  the current Master code = 1234 and you want to change to 5678</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">You would enter 1234 + 8 + 02 + 5678 + 5678</font>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 19:34:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[How do I change my access code?]]></title>
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<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Your <strong>access code</strong> (also known as <strong>user code, </strong><strong>master code, or security code</strong>) is a four (4) digit number that is used to arm/disarm your security system.</font> 
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<font size="3"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>NOTE:</strong> <em>The factory settings are designed to meet most normal user situations.  Therefore, the only step you usually need to do when adding users is assign a user number and a security code (4-digit number).</em></font></font> 
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<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Your installer assigned a <strong>master code</strong> that is used to perform all system functions.  In addition, you can assign up to 15 different security codes for use by other users.</font> 
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	<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Only the <strong>Master Code</strong> can assign other user codes.</font></li>
	<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Users are identified by two (2) digit user numbers.  03 through 17 (users 01 and 02 are reserved).</font></li>
	<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">In addition to a security code, each user can be assigned various system attributes.</font></li>
	<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">User codes can be used interchangeably when performing system functions.</font></li>
	<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">User code programming involves these steps:</font></li>
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		<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Choose a user number and assign a four (4) digit security code.</font></li>
		<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Assign an authority level to that user.</font></li>
		<li><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Assign other attributes as necessary.</font></li>
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<font size="3"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><font color="#000000"><strong>Change</strong> <strong>Master Code</strong></font>:</font></font> 
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	<font size="3"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><font color="#000080"><strong>Master Code</strong> + 8 [Code] + 02 new <strong>Master</strong> <strong>code</strong> + new <strong>Master</strong> <strong>code</strong> again</font>.</font></font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">The master code can be changed only by using the current Master code or by the Installer using the Installer code.   The master code can perform all system functions and assign codes; can change its own code as described.</font> 
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<font size="3"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>Add User Code</strong>:</font></font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3" color="#000080">Master Code + 8 [Code] + user number + new user&#39;s code</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">User 01 = installer code (cannot be altered)</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">User 02 = master code </font>
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">User 03 to 17 = standard users (can only be added or changed with the Master Code)</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">The keypad beeps once to confirm that the new user was added.</font> 
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<font size="3"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>Delete User Code</strong>:</font></font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3" color="#000080">Master Code + 8 [Code] + user number + [#] [0]</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">The user code and all attributes programmed for this user number, including any associated RF keys, are erased from the system.</font> 
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<font size="3"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>Authority Level</strong>:</font></font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3" color="#000080">Master Code + 8 [Code] + user number + [#] [1] + authority level</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">Authority Levels:</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">0 = standard user - can only perform security functions.  Cannot perform other system functions.</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">1 = arm only - can only arm the system. Cannot disarm or do other functions.)</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">2 = guest - can arm the security system, but cannot disarm the security system <strong>unless</strong> the system was armed with this code.  This code is typically assigned to someone who has a need to arm/disarm the security system only at certain times. e.g. babysitter or house keeper.</font> 
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	<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">3 = duress - intended for use when you are forced to disarm or arm the system under <em>threat</em>.  When used, the security system will act normally, but can silently notify the Central Monitoring Station of your situation, if your security system was programmed to do so.</font> 
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 16:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[What's a control panel?]]></title>
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<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">A security system starts with a <strong>control panel</strong>.  It is usually mounted in a closet or the garage, the control panel contains the "brains" (or motherboard) of the security system, and essentially operates as a central computer.  All your sensors are connected to the control panel from locations throughout your home.  When your security system is armed and the sensors detect a problem, they send a signal to the control panel.  The control panel automatically seizes the phone line and dials the central monitoring station.  They will follow the proper protocol for the type of signals that come in.  The control panel can only be accessed by the keypad or sensors.</font> 
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 16:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Why doesn't my alarm beep when I open a door?]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>
<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">The CHIME mode alerts you to the opening of a perimeter door or window while the system disarmed.  When Chime mode is activated:</font>
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	<li><font face="Arial" size="3">Three tones sound at the keypad whenever a perimeter door or window is opened.</font></li>
	<li><font face="Arial" size="3">Interior zones do not produce a tone when they are faulted.</font></li>
	<li><font face="Arial" size="3">Pressing the READY key will display the open protection points.</font></li>
	<li><font face="Arial" size="3">Chime mode can be used only while the system is disarmed.</font></li>
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<font face="Arial" size="3"><strong>To turn Chime Mode on/off</strong> (security system must be disarmed):</font>
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	<font face="Arial" size="3" color="#000080">User Code + 9 [chime]</font>
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	<font face="Arial" size="3">The CHIME message appears when on.  Perimeter zones will cause a tone when faulted.  The CHIME message disappears when Chime mode if off.</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">If you have a Voice Keypad; you can set the voice to announce faulted (opened) entry/exit or perimeter zones whenever normal Chime mode is on.</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3"><strong>To turn Voice Shime Mode on or off</strong>:</font>
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	<font face="Arial" size="3"><font color="#000080"># + 0 + 2 + 4</font> (normal Chime mode must be on first)</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">When Voice Chime is on, faulted zones cause a voice status announcement, chime and display.  When off, the sounder still provides chime if normal Chime mode is on.</font>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 16:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[How do I add a user code to my alarm system?]]></title>
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<font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif" size="3">The process to add users to your security system will depend on the make and model of your security system.  The following directions will work for a majority of security systems.</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3"><strong>NOTE</strong>:  only the Master Code can be used to add or delete users to your security system.</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3" color="#000080">Master code + 8 [code] + user number [03 - 16] + new user&#39;s code</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3" color="#000000">If this doesn&#39;t work you may need to call for assistance.</font>
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<font face="Arial" size="3">(954) 956-7070</font>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 16:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
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