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GSMXCN4G Installation and Setup Guide
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Data Encryption
The communicator supports private key encryption. Private Key encryption
means that both the sender and the receiver know the KEY used to encrypt
the data. Each device produced by Honeywell is loaded with a unique identi-
fier called a MAC number, and a large random number or KEY. This KEY
and MAC number are also stored in the AlarmNet servers.
When a device contacts AlarmNet, it sends the MAC number followed by the
message that is encrypted using the KEY data. The server looks up the MAC
number and uses the KEY associated with it to decrypt the message.
The KEY uses 256-bit AES (Rijndael) encryption (which is required for
certain government installations). Further, the AlarmNet AES Encryption
Software Module Version 1.0 contained in the Honeywell products have NIST
approval. Listings for this approval can be found at
http://csrc.nist.gov/cryptval/aes/aesval.html
Search for “Certification
number 127.”
Remote Services Features
UL
Remote Access and Multi-Mode have not been evaluated
by UL.
Honeywell offers secure web based services that enable users to remotely
monitor and control their security system. These web services enable
users to:
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Monitor and control their security system from a website
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Receive e-mail and text message notifications of system events
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Control the system and receive confirmations using text messages
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Monitor and control IP video cameras
Dealers can enroll their customers for "Remote Services" by using the
AlarmNet Direct website. Once enabled, the specific programming fields
associated with these features can be programmed into the communications
device either remotely using the AlarmNet Direct website or locally using the
7720P programming tool.
E-mail notification (Multi Mode) is intended as a convenience for the user,
and does not replace Central Station reporting of critical events (alarms,
troubles, etc.).
Testing the System
After installation the security system should be tested. Refer to the control
panel installation instructions for procedures to test the entire system.
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