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ProSeries Alarm Panel

Arming, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hands-free disarming, and Amazon Alexa.

Arming

Arm Your System When Leaving

Learn how to arm your ProSeries panel in Away mode when leaving home.

Bluetooth

Pair Your Phone for Hands-Free Disarming

Pair a mobile phone with the panel for automatic hands-free disarming.

Voice Control

Use Amazon Alexa With ProSeries

Activate Amazon Alexa voice services on a compatible ProSeries panel.

Wi-Fi

Connect ProSeries to Your Wi-Fi Router

Connect the ProSeries security panel to a home wireless network.

Arming

Arm Your System While Staying Home

Learn how to arm your ProSeries panel in Stay mode while remaining inside.

Total Connect 2.0 App

Remote control, users, notifications, scenes, sensor bypassing, and app customization.

System Control

Arm and Disarm With Total Connect 2.0

Control your security system remotely using the Total Connect app.

Automation

Create Smart Scenes

Create a scene that performs multiple smart-home actions together.

Users

Add a New User

Add family members or other authorized users to Total Connect 2.0.

Sensors

Bypass a Sensor

Temporarily bypass a selected sensor from the Total Connect app.

Notifications

Set Up Notifications

Choose which system events generate notifications in Total Connect 2.0.

Getting Started

Total Connect 2.0 Overview

Learn the app layout and its primary security and smart-home controls.

Customization

Customize the Home Screen

Arrange the Total Connect home screen around the features you use most.

VX3 Outdoor Camera

Wi-Fi, detection areas, camera information, lighting, sound, and video settings.

Wi-Fi

Change the Wi-Fi Network

Reconnect the VX3 after replacing a router or changing network information.

Detection

Edit Detection Areas

Create and adjust detection areas and manage sound detection.

Information

General Information Menu

View firmware, signal strength, camera name, and connection information.

Sounds & Lights

Adjust Sounds and Lights

Adjust night vision, lighting, speaker, and microphone settings.

Video Settings

Change Video Quality and View

Change the video quality or rotate the displayed camera image.

VX1 Video Doorbell

Recorded clips, video settings, lighting, sound, Wi-Fi, information, and detection areas.

Recorded Video

View Recorded Clips

Find and play recorded VX1 doorbell clips in Total Connect 2.0.

Video Settings

Change Video Settings

Adjust the VX1 doorbell’s video quality and display settings.

Sounds & Lights

Adjust Sounds and Lights

Adjust night vision, doorbell lights, speaker volume, and microphone settings.

Wi-Fi

Change the Wi-Fi Network

Connect an existing VX1 doorbell to a new wireless network.

Information

View General Information

View general device information and connection details.

Detection

Set Up and Change Detection Areas

Enable, create, and adjust the VX1 doorbell’s detection areas.

Quick Troubleshooting

Open a topic for basic checks. Contact us whenever a problem continues or you are unsure.

Alarm Panel Beeping or Showing Low Battery

The backup battery may be charging or need replacement.

  • Allow a few hours for charging.
  • Confirm the panel has AC power.
  • Contact us if the beeping continues.
Panel Not Connecting to Wi-Fi
  • Open Menu → Settings → Wi-Fi and reconnect.
  • Confirm the network name and password.
  • Restart the router if necessary.

Contact us if: the panel still will not reconnect.

Panel Showing “AC Loss”
  • Confirm the outlet has power.
  • Make sure the transformer is firmly plugged in.
  • Check for a tripped or switched breaker.
Panel Showing “Sensor Not Responding”
  • Open and close the sensor.
  • Check its battery and mounting.
  • Confirm it has not been moved.
Keypad Showing “Check” or “Trouble”
  • Tap the notification icon for details.
  • Follow the displayed instructions.
  • Clear the alert after resolving the condition.
Door or Window Sensor Showing “Fault”
  • Fully close the door or window.
  • Check sensor and magnet alignment.
  • Open and close it again to restore the sensor.
Motion Detector Triggering Unexpectedly
  • Check for nearby heating or cooling vents.
  • Remove moving plants or decorations.
  • Consider pet movement in the protected area.
Sensor Showing “Low Battery”
  • Install the correct battery type.
  • Check battery polarity.
  • Open and close the sensor after replacement.
Motion Detector Not Detecting Movement
  • Walk across the field of view.
  • Make sure nothing blocks the lens.
  • Confirm the detector is securely mounted.
Glassbreak Sensor Not Triggering During Testing
  • Use a proper glassbreak tester.
  • Test within 10–15 feet.
  • Make sure blinds are not absorbing the test sound.
Sensor Triggering Intermittently
  • Check magnet alignment and distance.
  • Make sure the door or window is not shifting.
  • Confirm the sensor is securely mounted.
Sensor Does Not Restore After Opening or Closing
  • Open and close it again.
  • Check sensor and magnet alignment.
  • Confirm the battery is good.
VX Series Camera Offline
  • Confirm the camera has power.
  • Check the Wi-Fi network.
  • Unplug the camera for 10 seconds and reconnect it.
  • Confirm it is within router range.
CX Series Camera Offline
  • Confirm the PoE switch or injector has power.
  • Check both Ethernet connections.
  • Restart the PoE equipment if necessary.
Downloaded Video Clip but Cannot Find It
  • iPhone: check Photos → Recents.
  • Android: check Gallery → Albums → Downloads.
  • Also look for Videos or Security Clips folders.
Adjusting Camera Motion-Capture Areas
  • Open the camera’s settings.
  • Select Activity Zones or Motion Areas.
  • Resize the areas, save, and test them.
Total Connect Not Updating Status
  • Pull down to refresh.
  • Confirm the phone has internet access.
  • Log out and back in, then restart the phone if needed.
Total Connect Notifications Not Coming Through
  • Enable notifications in phone settings.
  • Confirm alerts are enabled in Total Connect.
  • Check Focus or Do Not Disturb settings.
Total Connect Shows the Wrong System Status
  • Open Total Connect and select Locations.
  • Scroll down and tap Sync Panel Status.
  • Allow a few seconds for the update.

Manuals & Downloads

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