ADT is among the leading and well-known security companies that offer home security services in the United States of America. They also have security systems such as burglar alerts, fire alarms, and carbon monoxide alert systems. The other crucial component of a security system is the alarm code through which one arms as well as disables the security system. This also helps in disarming the alarm in case it was tripped by mistake. It is also necessary to reset the alarm code after some time to ensure that people other than you and your family members do not know the code and can unlock your home.

Following are the simple steps that one can take to reset the alarm code of the ADT alarm system: This can be done directly through the keypad on the system or through the cellular control touchpad. Here we will provide the steps for the development of a simple system that will include one master code as well as for the more complex systems that will include multiple codes for higher security. If all the steps above are done correctly, you will be able to reprogram your ADT alarm code within a few minutes.

Conditions before Alteration of Alarm Code

Before you can change your existing ADT alarm code, there are a few important requirements: 

  • The operation of the alarm system requires that you be physically present at the keypad. It should be noted that to produce the code change, the input directives have to be made on the keypad.
  • Your current master code is required. This is the code that governs the overall ADT security systems that you have for your home or business. Without this code, there is no way of getting the menu to change the code which is required.
  • Think about who you would to have access to with the new code. Other codes can be used for other user groups such as families or house helps in cases where the system allows it.

Step-by-Step Guide for How to Change a Simple ADT Alarm Code?

Follow these simple steps if your ADT system has just one master code that controls the entire system: 

Find your ADT alarm system keypad, generally on the door you use most often to enter or exit your home.

  1. The current master alarm code is required to be entered with the pound key after it has been keyed in. This will invoke the system menu.
  2. To get to the codes menu, press the ‘5’ key.
  3. Pressing the next button will take you to ’1’ for User Codes.
  4. To create a new master alarm code, enter a new four-digit code. This can be any number that you would want to type in starting from the first one to the last one. Do not use obvious codes that might be easy to decode such as birthday dates.
  5. When you are ready to set a new code, the system will require you to verify your new code on the next screen.
  6. Your ADT system will give feedback on whether it has recognized the new master code.
  7. Check your new code by activating the alarm and then turning it off.

Tutorial on Changing ADT Alarm Codes When There Are Many Users

If you have the ADT Pulse or any other full setup with better security features, most alarm systems that you have can support many codes. Here is how to change the master code and program additional security codes for secondary users: Here is how to change the master code and program additional security codes for secondary users:

  1. The master code of the present is entered into the keypad like this: code#
  2. If your system is set for keypad entry, press ‘5’, or if your system is set to button entry, press the menu button.
  3. Next, please select the User Codes from the available options on the control panel.
  4. Select ‘Change Master Code'.
  5. Re-enter the new four-digit code which is going to be the master code for the next time.
  6. To add codes for the second user, select ‘Add User Code’.
  7. Number the second-level user accounts with integers with four digits at most.
  8. Perform steps 5 and 6 for each secondary user code that you require.
  9. Make sure all the new codes are functioning properly by simulating the disarming and arming of the system using every single one of the new codes.

Helpful advice to change your alarm code safely

When changing your ADT alarm code, keep in mind these tips: 

  • Never disclose your alarm code to any person other than the members of the household or those who are entitled to access to the house. It also guards against burglaries by people attending to other businesses within the premises.

  • Ensure to change your code regularly or if a person who used a given code has vacated the house, or if he or she has lost his or her job. This helps to ensure that your home security is not compromised in any way.

  • Choose an irregular code that does not contain recognizable patterns, or input information that the burglars may find using social engineering.

  • Make sure that anyone with an authorized second code knows how the system works and how to reset it when leaving to help keep their home safe.

    When you accurately program your ADT alarm codes, you should have the security of your home and your possessions in mind that no one will be able to get through. The action of taking a few minutes to change the code with the help of the keypad is calming.

Conclusion

Using the number keypad one can easily change the ADT alarm code while in the home security system. It is a menu that you don’t need a new code to get to, you only require your current master code to get into it. Therefore, both the simple systems where there is one master code, and the more sophisticated ADT systems where there are several codes can work as described above. Never forget to change your home security access from time to time depending on the changes that may occur in your life and also to have a better security feeling. Therefore, this means that by managing the codes, they will make sure that the highest level of security that you can get from the ADT alarm system protecting your family and property is achieved.

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