Glossary Of Terms - Interlogix NX-1815E User Manual

Glossary of terms

Authority Level The level of access assigned to a users pin code.
To turn your security system On.
Arm
A group of zones within the security system configured with individual control.
Partition
Users of the security system are assigned partitions that they are allowed to
control.
To turn your security system on when you are leaving the premises.
Away Mode
Central Station Location where alarm signals are sent during an alarm report.
An operational mode that will emit a beep at the keypad when specific zones are
Chime Mode
activated.
All the zones that will activate chime, when in chime mode.
Chime Group
Communicator The device that communicates alarm signals generated from your security
system to your central station.
A predetermined user pin code that will arm / disarm the security system whilst
Duress Code
sending a special code to the central station indicating the user is entering /
leaving the premises under duress. Only applicable on monitored systems.
To turn your security system Off.
Disarm
The time allowed to exit the premises after the security system is armed.
Exit delay
The time allowed to disarm your security system after the first detection device
Entry delay
has been activated.
Forced Arming An option that allows certain zones not to be secure when arming. A security
system that is ready to be "force armed" will flash the corresponding partition
light green. Generally assigned to detection devices that cover the NX-181xx
(e.g., motion sensors, front door reed switches), allowing the user to arm the
security system without the need to wait for those zones to be secure.
A four (4) or six (6) digit pin code that is used by a user to arm or disarm the
Master Code
security system. Its main feature is the ability to create, alter and delete user pin
codes. Can also be used as a function code for all features. NOTE: Your security
system may have either four (4) digit pin codes or six (6) digit pin codes, but not
a mixture of both.
A security system that is configured to send all alarm signals to a central station.
Monitored
Where external devices are configured. These devices can be controlled from
Outputs
your security system.
The outer edge of the protected partition, i.e., doors and windows
Perimeter
An option that allows you to turn on (ARM) the security system by touching the
Quick Arm
[AWAY].
Self Monitored A security system that is programmed to send alarm signals to a private phone
number. Not all features are available with a self-monitored system.
To turn your security system on when you are staying in the premises, this will
Stay Mode
automatically bypass pre programmed zones and arm others. Mainly utilized for
arming just the perimeter of the premises.
The installation / maintenance company servicing your security system.
Service
Provider
A four (4) or six (6) digit pin code that is used by a user to arm or disarm the
User Code
security system. Also can be used as a function code for certain features.
Note: A system may have either four (4) digit pin codes or six (6) digit pin codes,
but not a mixture of both.
Location on your security system where a detection device is connected.
Zone
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