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2gig Technologies GC3 User Manual

2gig Technologies GC3
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2GIG
®
GC3 Security & Automation System
UserGuide
10004670 Draft x07 | Proprietary &Confidential
WARNING: OWNER'S INSTRUCTION NOTICE
Not to be removed by anyone except occupant

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2gig Technologies GC3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brand2gig Technologies
ModelGC3
CategorySecurity System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the 2GIG GC3 User Guide

About this User Guide

Provides general system information, safety precautions, and step-by-step operating instructions.

Document Conventions

Describes typographic conventions and action words used for touchscreen navigation.

Technical Support Information

Provides contact details for obtaining technical assistance and support for the system.

System Overview and Capabilities

System Features and Capabilities

Details the GC3 Panel's upgraded features, touchscreen, and intuitive user interface.

Compatible Accessories

Lists compatible sensors and optional 2GIG accessories for the security system.

Setup and Installation Guidelines

Outlines requirements for professional installation by a qualified electrician.

Operational Concepts Explained

Explains fundamental system operations like alarms, zones, and security codes.

Features to Limit False Alarms

Details options to limit false alarms, aligning with ANSI/SIA CP-01-2010 standards.

System Use and Care

Provides guidance on maintaining the system, including environmental and cleaning precautions.

Limitations of Alarm Products

Explains the product's limitations and disclaims it as a substitute for insurance.

Touchscreen Basics and Navigation

Waking the Touchscreen

Instructs on how to activate the touchscreen from sleep mode.

Understanding the Home Screen

Describes the main interface elements and features of the Home screen.

System Status Messages

Explains various messages displayed on the screen indicating the system's current state.

System Icons Explained

Identifies and explains the various icons in the status bar for system information.

Using the System Inbox

Guides users on reading and managing alerts, alarms, and messages received by the system.

Bookmarking Screens for Quick Access

Explains how to bookmark frequently accessed screens for quick access.

System Logo Functions

Details the dual functions of the system logo: Duress Code entry and Installer Toolbox access.

Viewing Weather Forecasts

Shows how to view current and forecasted weather information on the touchscreen.

Navigating System Menus

Navigates through main system menus like Smart Home Controls, System Info, and System Settings.

Responding to Trouble Alerts

Explains how the system alerts users to trouble conditions and monitors components.

Burglary Protection Features

Burglary Protection Overview

Introduces burglary protection using sensors for perimeter and interior defense.

Important Burglary Protection Concepts

Covers sensors, protection zones, and arming modes for burglary defense.

Sample Burglary Alarm Plan

Illustrates a typical residential burglary alarm system layout with sensor placement.

Arming the System

Details how to arm the system in Stay or Away modes, including bypassing sensors.

Force Bypassing Sensors

Explains how to bypass open sensors to allow system arming, with warnings.

Using the Quick Exit Button

Describes how to use the Quick Exit button for temporary egress while armed.

Handling Exit Errors

Explains system response when an exit/entry door is left open during the exit delay.

Disarming the Security System

Provides instructions on how to disarm the system in both Stay and Away modes.

Transmitting a User Duress Report

Explains how to send a silent distress signal to the central station.

In the Event of a Burglary Alarm

Details system response to a burglary alarm, including siren and sensor logs.

Fire and Carbon Monoxide Protection

Fire and CO Protection Overview

Covers 24-hour protection against fire, heat, and gas hazards using detectors.

Important Fire Safety Concepts

Introduces key concepts related to fire and carbon monoxide detection systems.

National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code Compliance

Specifies ANSI/NFPA 72 installation compliance for fire alarm systems.

Recommended Smoke Alarm Placement

Illustrates optimal locations for smoke alarm installation for early fire detection.

Fire Safety Tips

Offers advice on developing emergency action plans and practicing fire safety.

Emergency Action Plan

Guides users in establishing and practicing a household escape plan for fire emergencies.

Responding to Fire Alarms

Describes system response to a fire alarm, including siren and central station notification.

Silencing False Fire Alarms

Explains how to silence a false fire alarm, such as from cooking smoke.

Responding to Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Details system response to a CO alarm and immediate safety actions.

Clearing Alarm History

Instructs on how to clear historical alarm records from the system's log.

Emergency Features

24-Hour Alarm Buttons

Describes the Panic, Fire, and Emergency buttons on the touchscreen for immediate alerts.

Activating Manual Emergency Alarms

Guides users on how to manually trigger panic, fire, or emergency alarms via the panel.

Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Devices

Introduces wireless key fobs for system arming, disarming, and activating functions.

Operating the System with a Key Fob

Details how to use key fob buttons for various remote functions like arming and disarming.

Smart Home Controls Menu

About the Smart Home Controls Menu

Explains the menu for controlling Z-Wave devices, supporting up to 232 devices.

Navigating to Smart Home Controls

Provides steps to access the Smart Home Controls menu from the Home screen.

Controlling Smart Lights

Guides on using the Lights screen to adjust smart home lighting devices.

Managing Smart Locks

Explains how to use the Locks screen to lock and unlock smart home door locks.

Operating Smart Thermostats

Details how to operate smart home thermostats via the Thermostats screen.

Creating and Using Scenes

Covers creating and managing custom scenarios (scenes) for Z-Wave devices.

Adding Rooms for Smart Home Controls

Explains how to create rooms to group and customize settings for smart home controls.

System Information and Usage

System Info and Usage Menu

Accesses system energy, sensor, history, and dealer information.

Sensor Information

Notes that specific sensor information is not yet available in this section.

Viewing System History

Shows how to view a chronological log of system events, including alarms and bypasses.

Dealer Information and Service Requests

Displays dealer contact/account details and enables service requests.

System Settings Configuration

Managing System Users

Manages user codes, including adding, editing, and deleting users and their access levels.

Adjusting System Sounds

Adjusts system sound volumes for voice, chimes, doorbells, and annunciations.

Bypassing System Sensors

Allows manual bypassing of sensors for arming the system when zones are open.

Smart Home Settings Management

Manages Z-Wave devices, including adding, removing, and checking network status.

Learning Z-Wave Controller

Adds the GC3 Panel as a secondary Z-Wave controller to an existing network.

Shifting Z-Wave Controller

Changes the primary Z-Wave controller or adds a new one to the network.

Associating Z-Wave Devices

Enables direct communication between individual Z-Wave network devices.

Screen Settings and Clean Mode

Adjusts brightness, timeout, and enables clean mode for the touchscreen.

Setting Date and Time

Allows modification of the date and time displayed on the GC3 Panel's touchscreen.

Performing System Tests

Performs sensor and console tests to ensure system functionality and signal strength.

Network Settings Configuration

Configures wireless network settings, including SSID and passphrase for Wi-Fi.

System Information Access

Notes that system info is PIN-protected and content is user-defined.

USB Firmware Updates

Guides on updating the GC3 Panel's firmware using a USB thumb drive.

Advanced Smart Home Settings

About Smart Home Settings Menu

Introduces the menu for managing Z-Wave devices, accessible by Master User.

Navigating to Smart Home Settings

Provides steps to access the Smart Home Settings menu via System Settings.

Adding New Z-Wave Devices

Guides on discovering and adding new Z-Wave devices to the network.

Renaming Z-Wave Devices

Explains how to rename discovered Z-Wave devices on the network.

Removing Z-Wave Devices

Details the process for removing Z-Wave devices from the network.

Checking the Smart Home Network

Performs a scan to identify failed nodes and check the smart home network status.

Rediscovering the Z-Wave Network

Updates system communication routes after adding or removing Z-Wave devices.

Viewing All Connected Devices

Displays a list of all network-connected Z-Wave devices.

Forcibly Removing Devices

Removes a device physically missing from the location from the network.

Resetting the Z-Wave Controller

Resets the Z-Wave controller to factory defaults, removing all Z-Wave devices.

Replacing Failed Z-Wave Devices

Replaces a failed Z-Wave device with an identical product, removing old and adding new.

Basic Control of Unsupported Devices

Performs basic on/off commands for unknown or unsupported Z-Wave devices.

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