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Introduction
Before you get started, review this information.
About this Guide
This guide applies to the GC3 and GC3e security panels. All references to the GC3 panel, unless otherwise noted, apply
to both the GC3 and GC3e.
This guide is designed for end users of the GC3 Security & Automation System. It provides general system information,
safety precautions, and step-by-step instructions for operating the system. It is intended for use only by GC3 Security &
Automation System owners whose system has been professional installed in a residential or commercial setting by an
authorized 2GIG alarm dealer.
For a list of 2GIG alarm dealers and distributors in your area, visit: http://www.nortekcontrol.com or http://www.2gig.com.
Introduction to Smart Areas™
Smart Areas is 2GIG’s new partitioning solution. Partitioning is the process of dividing security sections of a home or
building into smaller areas so that users can arm some sections of the house while leaving other areas disarmed. This
provides home and building owners both security and convenience, as it allows them to walk through their structure
without concern of tripping alarms for areas they’d like to keep secure and armed. Some examples of partitioning use
cases include:
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Arming a section of a room that contains a safe that contains gun collections or valuables. These areas may not be
accessed as frequently as the other areas in the room.
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Having a portion of the home designated for use by others, such as guests or property rentals. Partitioning enables
the homeowner to arm some sections of the house they’d like to be ‘off limits’ to other people.
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Disarming the garage while the homeowner is at work to allow a package to be delivered and stored safely on the
premises.
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Secure swimming pool or spa area to help reduce the risk of drowning accidents. In California, it is now required
that newly-built pools and spas include at least one safety measure, including an alarm.
Smart Areas was designed for ease of setup and everyday use. For installation, the process for adding device enrollments
has been simplifi ed. All smart area parameters are displayed on the screen for quick scanning. This reduces time for the
installer, who with legacy partitioning systems would have to memorize the codes and workfl ow, in addition to working
through each parameter in a list to verify them. With the addition of Smart Areas, the GC3 becomes a self-contained
partitioning panel, complete with user interface, controller, wireless transceiver, and communicator (cell radio and/or W-Fi)
all-in-one package. This reduces complexity for the installer. All of the equipment is self-contained; there are no modules
that require additional set up procedures.
For the end user, Smart Areas is a one-touch solution that provides Global System Access. They can now access any
partition/Smart Area with appropriate authorization. ‘Arm/Disarm’ and ‘Emergency/Panic’ functions can be accessed
quickly. No matter where in the menu a user fi nds themselves, all they need to do is press the ‘Home’ button and they
immediately return to the ‘Arm/Disarm’ screen. Past partitioning examples required users to swipe from screen to screen.
This added time, complexity and confusion for the user. The simplifi ed user interface will reduce confusion and frustration
for those who may not interact with their security system every day. With the common tasks up front, it’s easy to select
without having to memorize.
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