Section 7: Installer And Access Codes; Installer's Code; Other Access Codes; Guard Code - DSC MAXSYS PC4020 Installation Manual

S e ct i on 7 : In stall e r a nd A c ce s s C o d es
NOTE: Security codes should be changed from their default settings to ensure the security of the system. Do not pro-
gram codes that can be easily guessed.

7.1 Installer's Code

Ref #: [000000]
The installer's code must be entered to access the
installer's programming mode. The default installer's
code is [4020] for the 4-digit option and [402000] for the
6-digit option. Enter a new code using numbers from 0 to
9 only. This code should be changed from the default set-
ting to ensure the security of the system.
Installer's Lockout
Ref #: [000005]
The Installer's Lockout feature prevents the installer's
code and downloading access code from returning to
their default settings when a hardware default is per-
formed. Use the [<] [>] keys to scroll to "Installer Lock-
out Enable" or "Disable" and press the [*] key to select.
By default, the option is disabled.
NOTE: Panels returned to the manufacturer with the
Installer's Lockout feature enabled, and that exhibit
no other problems will be subject to an additional ser-
vice charge.

7.2 Other Access Codes

Several high-level access codes can be programmed
which will help ensure the security of the system. By
default, all access codes are four digits. To program 6-
digit codes, see Section 7.4 "Access Code Options."
Access code programming is explained in detail in the
PC4020 Instruction Manual (Section 2 "Access Code Pro-
gramming").
Grand Master Code
Ref #: [000001]
The Grand Master code is access code #0001. This code
can be used to program other System Master codes. The
default setting of this code is [1234] for the 4-digit option
and [123456] for the 6-digit option.
Second Master Code
Ref #: [000002]
The Second Master code can only be changed in this sec-
tion. This code cannot be altered by the user. This code
can be used to program other System Master codes. It
may be used as a master key for service people. The
default setting of this code is [AAAA] for the 4-digit
option and [AAAA00] for the 6-digit option.
Walk Test Code
Ref #: [000003]
The Walk Test code is used to access the walk test mode
[*] [6] [Walk Test Code]. See the PC4020 Instruction Man-
ual for directions on initiating a walk test. The default
setting of this code is [AAAA] for the 4-digit option and
[AAAA00] for the 6-digit option.
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7.3 Guard Code

Ref #: [000004]
The Guard code can only be changed in this section and
cannot be altered by the user.
The Guard code can always be used to silence alarms
and arm all partitions. The code can only be used to dis-
arm partitions the code is assigned to.
In addition, the Guard code can also be used to bypass
zones, activate command outputs and access the [*][6]
System Master Options Menu when the code is active.
The Guard code will be active when any of the following
conditions occur:
• While a partition is disarmed
• After arming a partition using the Guard code, the
code will remain active for five minutes after the exit
delay expires. If the Guard code is not enabled for the
armed partition, it will only remain active for the dura-
tion of the exit delay.
The Guard Code will become active after the "Guard
Delay" time when any of the following conditions occur.
The code will remain active for the "Guard Duration":
• If an alarm, tamper or fault occurs
• When a trouble occurs (each new trouble restarts the
timer)
• When a partition has been force armed
Guard Delay
Ref #: [00020306]
Program the time delay before the Guard code will
become active after one of the conditions described
above occurs. Valid entries are from [000] to [255] min-
utes. If [000] is entered, the code will be active immedi-
ately (Default = 000)
Guard Duration
Ref #: [00020307]
Program the time the Guard code will remain active after
one of the conditions described above occurs. Valid
entries are from [000] to [255] minutes. If [000] is pro-
grammed, the Guard Code will have no end time.
(Default = 000)

7.4 Access Code Options

Access code options determine how codes are pro-
grammed and which functions require an access code
entry.
System Options
Ref #: [000200]
The following system toggle options pertain to the pro-
gramming and operation of access codes. These options
apply to every access code programmed on the system.
• New Grand Mastr: If enabled, the user can program
the Grand Master code (access code 1) through [*][6]
access code programming. If disabled, the Grand Mas-