ADT home alarm systems are well-known security installations that are used in many homes all around the United States of America. These prevent burglars and inform the homeowners when motion is sensed or when there are openings in windows/doors, smoke, fire, carbon monoxide, and so on. The chime which can be helpful at some moments is sometimes rather disturbing because it sounds each time someone opens zones, for instance, entry doors. This audible alert can become annoying, especially if the alarm is set in a house and goes off every time you or a family member walks in. Fortunately, to disable the chime in an ADT alarm panel only takes a few minutes and it’s very simple to do.
What the Chime Feature Does The chime is useful for letting you know that one or more specific areas such as exterior doors and windows have been opened during the time the system is disarmed or on the stay mode. This is a good warning that an intruder is inside the home even if it doesn’t set off a full alarm. However, there are issues too, such as the constant dinging of the chime every time you, your family members, or even your pets come in or go out of your house, which can be annoying for some users after a while. It makes you enjoy silence when navigating through your house while the sensors are on full alarm. Just do this, though; you will not hear entry alerts when the chime is off.
Where is your ADT Alarm Panel?
To be able to disable the chime, follow the steps below: In the first place, you must find your ADT alarm panel. This control box is usually mounted inconspicuously at a door or in a closet, basement garage, etc. If you cannot identify its position, go along the wires linked to your keypad or alarm or consider secret spots which are usually not visible. Once located, chime will be disabled straight from this alarm panel and you will not need to go to the source. Ensure the system is disarmed before you continue with the next step.
To get an idea of the buttons that you will find on your ADT alarm system Panel you should read this article: ADT alarm panels may have varying physical appearance and arrangements of buttons, but their controls and indicators will be similar. Likewise, make sure to familiarize yourself with the buttons to enable you to quickly learn how off the chime. It usually has an LED screen, 10 number keys similar to those found on phones or calculators, some status lights such as Ready, Armed, Trouble, on/off button, group/zone selectors, chime key, and volume controls which allow one to regulate the ringers and chimps.
Step 1: This involves identifying the exact model of the alarm panel that you are going to install. It is vital to note that there are numerous ADT alarm panel and their models are in circulation. Concerning the process of switching off the door chime, it is virtually the same across all the models, however, there is a little difference when one is programming his or her specific model. Some of the most well-known models on the market are Safewatch Pro 3000, IMPASSA, Blue by ADT Command Smart Panel, NX 8 Series, and Lyric Controller. Look at the front the back, or even the bottom part of the device for the exact model number like NX-8E, Safewatch Pro 3000EN, or any other similar details. If in doubt check with ADT or your original installer using any serial or manufacturer details on the panel.
Power on the system at the Keypad by starting the Programming Mode. Having managed to disarm the system and identify the location of the alarm panel, you are all set to switch off the chime. First, you need to switch the Laser ‘ON’ in programming mode so that you can reprogram the various system settings. As we have seen, the process is a little different for each panel. For instance, on an IMPASSA, when one is in the middle of entering commands, you have to hold the command button until the prompt alters. As you navigate through the program, you will be given prompts to enter your Master User Access Code. For a Lyric Controller, press the bottom right Program button for several seconds longer until the program mode comes on. If it is a video, then follow any instructions displayed on the screen.
Turn Off Chime Setting While you are in the programming mode, find and modify the exact chime or ringers-related option. Depending on the model of the alarm panel, one has to go into other submenus to find the device’s settings. To program a specific panel, the NX 8E panel, hold down the Zone Type button, release then press the same button once more but this time when the Chime icon becomes highlighted, release it and the light must fade off. Select Back to exit. On a Safewatch 3000, press the zones and use the arrow keys on the keypad to highlight Chime Mask which should flash then press the zones again until it shows None. If unsure, recall for your specific model, and that is for your specific car model.
Exit Programming Mode As all of your panel’s settings have been adjusted to turn off the chime, what remains is to leave the program mode. The way you exit the system is slightly different depending on the kind of ADT alarm you have installed; however, it usually includes pressing the top left button labeled Command, Clear, or Exit. But simply do not press your emergency keys. The computer may present you with other options to validate the process of exiting programming so follow any of the options that may be presented to you. Hey friend, your chime is now off!
It is what to expect with Chime Off When the door and window chime is turned off, your alarm system will no longer sound their alarm when entry doors and other chime zones are opened, while the system is in disarmed, or armed stay mode. Sensors stay on to launch full alarms to help eliminate the beeping and buzzing every time someone walks in. However, you should know that it also turns off the notifications each time someone opens the door or a window. However, the management of the setting is such that it can be enabled or disabled as we desire.
Other Chime Customization Options In addition to muting door/window chime, many ADT alarm panels have other options available to them Most models of ADT alarm panels have additional choices. For instance, while using the Safewatch Pro 3000 system, you can program the chimes in different ways for each zone; you are in a position to retain the feature for door zones while discontinuing it in other zones occupied by kids or pets. Other options for the melody are also available, from which you can choose more than 20 different chime sounds in case the default sound becomes irritating after some time.
To stay secure with added convenience, make sure you are utilizing one of the best online banks – the one that is perfect for you. This is especially true when the system you’re using is set to ‘stay,’ receiving notifications whenever there is movement detected near doors or windows. However, the sound of continual beeping that is associated with ADT alarm chimes presents an unwarranted disruption within many households. Fortunately, it is possible to easily or quickly switch this feature off or disable it in almost any ADT control panel. Make the necessary tweaks to minimize as much nuisance chatter as possible without completely relying on your suite of security sensors. Just make sure to jot down any zones in which the chime is modified and try occasional benchmarking to verify appropriate operation if the chime is reactivated if preferred. Claim your copy of the stop chime guide today and follow the steps for programming your specific model to have chime off in minutes.
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