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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Abort Delay:
An option that allows a delay in reporting to the central station.
Authority Level:
The level of access an individual has when using an alarm panel.
Central Station:
Location where alarm data is sent during an alarm report
.
Chime Feature:
An option that allows the code pad to sound a ding-dong whenever an
entry/exit door is opened.
Codes:
Can be either User Codes (relating to a person) or Function Codes (a toggle switch to
turn specific functions on/off). NOTE: A system may have either 99 four (4) digit codes or 66
six (6) digit codes, but not a mixture of the two.
Duress Code:
An option that allows a special code to be sent to the central station that
indicates the alarm system is being operated under duress.
Forced Arming:
An option that allows the system to be turned on (ARMED) with one or more zones open. A
system that is ready to be “force armed” will flash the
ready light
. (Note: Those zones that are
not ready will not create an alarm.)
Function Code:
A Function Code is either a four (4) or six (6) digit code that has been
programmed by the installer to operate a device.
Group Bypass:
An option that allows the user to bypass multiple zones with a single
operation.
Master Code:
A master arm/disarm code that can program other user codes.
Multi Area System:
A system divided into multiple areas in which its own user or users control
each area.
Partial Arm:
A mode used to arm the perimeter and unused areas of an occupied premises.
Perimeter:
The outer edge of the protected area.
Quick Arm:
An option that allows you to turn on (ARM) the security system by pressing either
the [
ON
] or [
PARTIAL
] key on the code pad control (for ARMING only) as programmed by the
installing company.
Universal Arming (Uni Arm)
: When enabled, your alarm system can automatically determine
whether to arm in the Full mode or in the pre-set Partial mode by looking to see if you exit your
premises or stay inside after arming your system.
NOTE
: This feature can be used in
conjunction with “Quick Arm”.
User Code:
A four (4) or six (6) digit entry used to arm or disarm the system.
