Nortek 2GIG GC3 User Manual
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Copyright © 2019 Nortek Security & Control LLC4IntroductionBefore you get started, review this information.About this GuideThis guide applies to the GC3 and GC3e security panels. All references to the GC3 panel, unless otherwise noted, applyto both the GC3 and GC3e.This guide is designed for end users of the GC3 Security & Automation System. It provides general system information,safety precautions, and step-by-step instructions for operating the system. It is intended for use only by GC3 Security &Automation System owners whose system has been professional installed in a residential or commercial setting by anauthorized 2GIG alarm dealer.For a list of 2GIG alarm dealers and distributors in your area, visit: http://www.nortekcontrol.com or http://www.2gig.com.Introduction to Smart Areas™Smart Areas is 2GIG’s new partitioning solution. Partitioning is the process of dividing security sections of a home orbuilding into smaller areas so that users can arm some sections of the house while leaving other areas disarmed. Thisprovides home and building owners both security and convenience, as it allows them to walk through their structurewithout concern of tripping alarms for areas they’d like to keep secure and armed. Some examples of partitioning usecases include:» Arming a section of a room that contains a safe that contains gun collections or valuables. These areas may not beaccessed as frequently as the other areas in the room.» Having a portion of the home designated for use by others, such as guests or property rentals. Partitioning enablesthe homeowner to arm some sections of the house they’d like to be ‘off limits’ to other people.» Disarming the garage while the homeowner is at work to allow a package to be delivered and stored safely on thepremises.» Secure swimming pool or spa area to help reduce the risk of drowning accidents. In California, it is now requiredthat newly-built pools and spas include at least one safety measure, including an alarm.Smart Areas was designed for ease of setup and everyday use. For installation, the process for adding device enrollmentshas been simplified. All smart area parameters are displayed on the screen for quick scanning. This reduces time for theinstaller, who with legacy partitioning systems would have to memorize the codes and workflow, in addition to workingthrough each parameter in a list to verify them. With the addition of Smart Areas, the GC3 becomes a self-containedpartitioning panel, complete with user interface, controller, wireless transceiver, and communicator (cell radio and/or W-Fi)all-in-one package. This reduces complexity for the installer. All of the equipment is self-contained; there are no modulesthat require additional set up procedures.For the end user, Smart Areas is a one-touch solution that provides Global System Access. They can now access anypartition/Smart Area with appropriate authorization. ‘Arm/Disarm’ and ‘Emergency/Panic’ functions can be accessedquickly. No matter where in the menu a user finds themselves, all they need to do is press the ‘Home’ button and theyimmediately return to the ‘Arm/Disarm’ screen. Past partitioning examples required users to swipe from screen to screen.This added time, complexity and confusion for the user. The simplified user interface will reduce confusion and frustrationfor those who may not interact with their security system every day. With the common tasks up front, it’s easy to selectwithout having to memorize. |
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