Glossary Of Terms - Hills NX-1516 User Manual

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

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.
Dialer Delay: An option that allows a delay in reporting to the central station.
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 PIN code that can arm & disarm the alarm system, and can add and
delete user PIN codes.
Partial Arm: A mode used to arm the perimeter and unused areas of an occupied premises.
Perimeter: The outer edge of the protected area, typically the windows and doors fitted with
alarm sensors.
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.
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