CADDX NetworX NX-8 User Manual - page 8
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Abort Delay:
An option that allows a delay in reporting to the central station.
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 keypad 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.
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.
Instant/Delay:
An option that allows an instant alarm condition for Entry/Exit doors,
or grants a delay to allow someone to enter/exit the building without an alarm, or
before entering a user code to disarm.
Master Code:
A master arm/disarm code that can program other user codes.
Partitioned System:
A system divided into multiple areas in which its own user or
users control each area.
Perimeter:
The outer edge of the protected area.
Quick Arm:
An option that allows you to turn on (ARM) the security system by
pressing either the [STAY] or [EXIT] key on the keypad control (for ARMING only)
as programmed by the installing company.
User Code:
A four (4) or six (6) digit entry used to arm or disarm the system.