Glossary of terms
Authority Level:
The level of access that is assigned to a users pin code.
Arm:
To turn your security system on.
Area:
A group of zones within the security system configured with individual
control. Users of the security system are assigned areas that they are
allowed to control.
Away Mode:
To turn your security system on when you are leaving the premises.
Central Station:
Location where alarm signals are sent during an alarm report
.
Chime Mode:
An operational mode that will emit a beep at the code pad when specific
zones are activated.
Chime Group:
All the zones that will activate chime, when in chime mode.
Communicator:
The device that communicates signals generated from your security
system to your central station.
Duress Code:
A predetermined user pin code that will arm / disarm the security system
whilst sending a special code to the central station that indicates the user
is entering / leaving the premises under duress. Only applicable on
monitored systems.
Disarm:
To turn your security system off.
Exit delay:
The time allowed to exit the premises after the security system is armed.
Entry delay:
The time allowed to disarm your security system after the first detection
device has been activated.
Forced Arming:
An option that allows certain zones to be open when arming. A security
system that is ready to be “force armed” will flash the corresponding area
light green. Generally used on detection devices that cover the VoiceNav
(motion sensors, front door reed switches), allowing the user to arm the
security system without the need to wait for those zones to be secure.
Master Code:
A four (4) or six (6) digit pin code that is used by a user to arm or disarm
the security system. Its main feature is the ability to create, alter and
delete user pin codes. Can also be used as a function code for all
features.
NOTE: Your security system may have either four (4) digit
pin codes or six (6) digit pin codes, but not a mixture of both.
Monitored:
A security system that is configured to send all alarm signals to a central
station.
Outputs:
Where external devices are wired. These devices can be controlled from
your security system.
Perimeter:
The outer edge of the protected area. IE: Door and window sensors
Quick Arm:
An option that allows you to turn on (ARM) the security system by
touching the [AWAY].
Self Monitored:
A security system that is programmed to send alarm signals to a private
phone number. Not all features are available with a self monitored system.
Stay Mode:
To turn your security system on when you are staying in the premises,
automatically bypassing pre programmed zones and arming others.
Utilised for arming just the perimeter of the premises.
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