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How to Unlock Locked Alarm Panels

JANE  IWENOFU

Alarm systems are manufactured with a standard code. The code allows the alarm's purchaser to control low-level programming of the panel. When an alarm company installs equipment, however, it may change the factory default installer code to its own code so that it can maintain the majority of control. Sometimes this action is taken to protect a customer, preventing unauthorized people from having access to the code. An alarm panel is locked at other times because the equipment has not been paid for in full. Under these circumstances, some steps can be taken to unlock the panel.

Follow appropriate guidelines to unlock an alarm panel system.
  1. Purchase an alarm panel instant unlocker starter kit and the accompanying charge chips from a vendor that specializes in alarm service. Ensure that the items are compatible with your alarm system.

  2. Insert a charge chip into the programmer. The chip includes its pre-paid amount of unlock charges. The number of unlock trials permitted by the chip is displayed on the programmer.

  3. Join the appropriate connector to the panel microprocessor. The instructions in your system's user's manual should provide information on locating the appropriate connector.

  4. Press the "Start" button. After five seconds, the green "Unlock" light should be visible on your system's display.

  5. Remove the connector. You should now have access to the panel and the ability to make desired changes.