ADEMCO Alarm System - User Manual

Ademco Alarm System
Quick User Guide
Arming & Disarming the System
Arming (Turning on)
Close all sensors (i.e. close doors and windows). The Ready indicator should be on. Arm the system
using either of the methods below.
AWAY mode: Enter your access code + AWAY (2 button).
STAY mode: Enter your access code + STAY (3 button).
Note: If motion detectors have not been installed on the alarm system, there is no difference in
arming in STAY or AWAY mode.
Disarming (Turning off)
Enter your access code + OFF (1 button) to disarm anytime the system is armed. The keypad will
beep if you walk through the entry door. Enter your code within 45 seconds to avoid an alarm
condition.
Open Zones
If you do not have a Ready light, press 4 to view open zone(s). Close door or window and check for
ready light. If motion detector is open, stop movement and check for ready light. Once you have
ready light, proceed with arming process.
Bypassing Zones
Use the zone bypassing feature when you want to arm the system, but skip a zone that you want to
leave open or requires service. Bypassed zones will not be able to sound an alarm.
Zones cannot be bypassed once the system is armed. Bypassed zones are automatically cancelled
each time the system is disarmed and must be bypassed again, if required, before the next arming.
Bypass
1. Enter code + BYPASS (6 button).
2. Enter zone number(s) to be bypassed (use 2-digit entry).
3. Proceed with arming.
Quick Bypass (automatically bypasses all open zones)
1. Enter code + BYPASS (6 button).
2. Proceed with arming.
Alarm Memory
When an alarm occurs, the keypad displays Alarm in Memory along with zone number.
Enter code + OFF (1 button) to clear.
Sensor Reset
Certain sensors (such as smoke detectors and glass break detectors) have to be reset after an alarm.
To reset enter Code + OFF, Code + OFF.
Note: If unable to reset, call your alarm company for service.
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Summary

Arming and Disarming the System

Arming the System

Learn how to arm your Ademco system in AWAY or STAY mode.

Disarming the System

Steps to disarm your Ademco security system.

Handling Open Zones

Check and resolve open zones before arming for proper system readiness.

Bypassing Zones

Skip specific zones during arming for service or temporary openings.

Post-Alarm Actions

Clear alarm memory and reset sensors after an alarm event.

Access Codes

Chime Mode

Trouble Conditions

Sensor or Zone Malfunction

Indicates a specific zone or sensor is not functioning correctly.

Telco Line Fault

Detects a lack of dial tone on the connected phone line.

Communication Failure

System failed to transmit a signal to the monitoring center.

Low System Battery

The main panel's backup battery power is low.

AC Power Loss

The system has lost its primary AC power source.

Low Wireless Transmitter Battery

A wireless sensor or device has a low battery.

ADEMCO Alarm System Specifications

General

Brand	ADEMCO
Model	Alarm System
Category	Security System
Language	English