Appendix C: Glossary
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Global Chime
A feature that enables/disables the Chime feature for the entire
system – see Chime
.
I
Instant Set
A setting method that cancels the entry delay after the system
has been Part or Perimeter set.
K
Keyfob
Handheld wireless transmitters used to remotely control the
system.
L
LAN IP Address
The address that your home router has assigned to the Control
System.
Limited Code
A user code that automatically expires 24 hours after it is
programmed.
Log
See Event Log
M
Master Code
The only user code with the ability to program other user codes.
The master code also has exclusive access to specific system
functions.
Message Center
An optional feature that enables users to record messages to be
played back by other users.
N
Non-Controlled
Code
A user code that does not cause the system to notify the
monitoring service when used to set or unset. The system only
reports if the code is used to unset after an alarm.
O
One-Key
Setting
Setting the system without the need for a valid user code.
P
Panic Alarm
A user initiated event that alerts the monitoring service in the
event of an emergency.
Part Setting
A setting method that is designed to activate a certain section of
the premises.
Perimeter
Setting
A setting method that is designed to activate the detectors
protecting the doors and windows while enabling residents to
move freely on the premises.
Medical
Emergency
A type of alarm that informs the monitoring service that the user
is in need of medical assistance.
PGM
Programmable output that is triggered according to specific
system status conditions, or by remote command sent via PSTN,
GSM, Ethernet, keyfob, keypad, or Remote Programmer.
R
Ready
The state in which all zones are closed and the system is ready to
be set.
Remote
Firmware
Update
Control System's firmware update from a remote PC using WEB
communication.
Restore
Restore of the normal state when the trouble is repaired. For
example, if AC power is reconnected, an AC Loss Restore event
code is sent to the central station.
S
Service Call
A feature that enables the user to contact the monitoring service
and talk to an operator via the Control System.
SMS Command
An SMS message sent to the Control System that causes the