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PROGRAMMING (OPTIONAL)
Reviewing a Programmed User Code
To review an existing User Code, enter the user number and the corresponding User Code will display. (For the GEM-X255
panel, always enter all three digits of the user number).
Exiting the User Program Mode
When you have completed programming or erasing User Codes, press C to exit the User Program Mode.
Programming Example:
Program the User 3 Code to “3784”.
1.
Enter your User Code, followed by R.
2.
Answer NO (press Q
) repeatedly until “ACTIVATE PROGRAM Y/N” is displayed, then press YES (P).
The display will read: “ENTER USER CODE”
3.
Press
03
for User No. 3, then press
R
,
R
,
followed by
3784
.
(For the GEM-X255
panel, enter all three digits of the user number).
4.
Press
U
to save the code.
Note:
Duplicate Codes are not allowed; therefore a duplicate Code entered in the
LCD Window will erase when
U is pressed. Press C
to exit the Program Mode.
Notes:
• I
f the system contains more than one keypad, only the keypad designated “No. 1” may be used for programming (if in
doubt which is No. 1, ask your installer).
•
While in Program Mode, the ARMED and STATUS lights remain off and burglar and fire alarm functions are disabled.
•
In selecting your codes, do not program repetitive numbers (1111), consecutive numbers (1234), your birth date, address, or other
obvious combinations. Choose a code of up to six digits (a minimum of four is recommended, and required in UL installations). If
the keypad detects no Program Mode activity for more than 4 minutes, a tone will sound. Press
C
to silence.