After the security mode is selected, an additional menu appears which allows you to further specify the event button. For example, you would like to activate an event button when you arm the system into the 3 (AWAY) mode:

WHEN AWAY:

1=DELAY 2=CODE 3=AREA

Any of these may be selected alone or in combination. As each item is specified, the menu is redisplayed with the updated event button description. Press the ' # ' key when done.

-Selecting 1 (DLY) allows the user to specify whether the event button is activated at the start or end of the exit delay:

WHEN ACTIVATED?

1=START EXIT 2=END EXIT

When you specify that the event button is activated at the start of the delay by pressing the 1 (START EXIT) key, the mode is prefixed by "A-" for "arming into".

WHEN

AWAY:

(END OF DELAY)

WHEN

A-AWY:

(START OF DELAY)

When the system is armed in the Day (instant) or Night (delay) mode, event buttons for the Day and Night modes are executed, respectively.

-Selecting 2 (CODE) allows you to specify that the event button is activated only when a particular code is used. You will be prompted to enter the code:

ENTER USER CODE:

0=ALL

1-16

You should enter the user code by entering the code number followed by the ' # ' key or by using the arrow keys to scroll through a list of code names.

WHEN C1 AWAY:

1=DELAY 2=CODE 3=AREA

-Selecting 3 (AREA) allows you to specify that the event button is activated only when the specified area is armed or disarmed. You will be prompted to enter the area:

AREA:

 

0=ALL

ENTER

AREA

The area number should be entered followed by the ' # ' key, or the arrow keys may be used to scroll through a list of areas.

WHEN C1 A1 AWAY: 1=DELAY 2=CODE 3=AREA

Zone Event Buttons

Pressing the 3 (ZONE) key allows you to select the event button for a zone activation event. You are first prompted to enter the desired zone number:

ZONE:

 

ENTER

ZONE

The zone number should be entered followed by the ' # ' key, or the arrow keys may be used to scroll through a list of zones. The desired zone is then displayed and you are prompted to specify the state that activates the event button:

WHEN Front Door:

0=SECURE

1=NOT RDY

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II specifications

Home Automation II represents the next evolution in smart home technology, providing users with greater flexibility, convenience, and security through advanced features and integrated systems. This smart home revolution focuses on the seamless interaction of devices and the automation of daily tasks, ultimately enhancing the overall living experience.

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