It is the policy of ADT to ensure its customers are always comfortable and satisfied with the services they are being offered hence, depending on the terms and conditions agreed between the customer and the company, the customer has the right to turn off the alarm system depending on the following reasons.

ADT is one of the best home security systems that are commonly used by people all around the world. If you are using an ADT alarm system in your home then you need to switch the system on and off as you leave and come into the house. It is very relevant to be taught how to turn off your ADT alarm appropriately in a way that you do not set off your alarm and trigger the monitoring company inappropriately. 

Employing the LADET ADT Alarm Panel You can easily disable the ADT alarm by following the below procedure. 

  1. You have to gain access through a door meant for that purpose in a home. This is the front or back door and is fitted with a delay allowing the owner time to switch off the system.
  2. Skip to the latter which is the ADT alarm panel. This will be indicated by the beeping of the panel and the light with the pistol if the alarm is on.
  3. When prompted for a password, punch in your four-digit alarm code. This resets the alarm and halts its functioning, preventing it from being triggered. If applied during the delay period then it will not cause any alarm.
  4. It will be possible to switch off the armed light and the beeping should also cease once the system has been deactivated fully.

When you have keyed in an incorrect security code, the system will remain locked. To turn off the panel enter the correct 4-digit code once again.

Using an ADT Keypad If your ADT system also has any other standalone keypads located in your home, then you can also use these to turn off the system. 

  1. Use the entry door provided for the rooms and zones you will be moving in.
  2. Proceed to the nearest keypad, which will tell the person that the system is still set on armed mode.
  3. Finally, simply type your 4-digit code on the keypad.
  4. The system will turn off and the Keypad will display that the system is off.

Once again, caution should be taken in entering the correct security code for your ADT system failure to which the alarm will continue to be active.

Changing the System with an ADT Fob Some models of ADT alarm systems also include small wireless fob remotes that allow arming and disarming of the control panel from a short distance. 

  1. You approach your house through the main door which is the typical front door.
  2. The ADT fob remote for disarm/off while inside and near the ADT alarm panel is the round disarm/off button.
  3. The panel will sound a tone and disable the system.

Pressing the fob to turn off the alarm on your ADT before getting into the home could be risky because pressing the button could activate the alarm if you are out of range or within the delay field. It is advisable to only use the remote fob within your home’s compound and in proximity to the alarm panel.

It is Disarming When the Alarm has been Triggered If the ADT alarm, to begin with, has gone off either right before entering the home or while you are in the house, more procedures are necessary to disarm the system. 

  1. If you are outside the home then do NOT go inside. You should immediately contact the monitoring center at ADT not to send authorities to your house. Prove that you are who you say you are and give the word on the passphrase.
  2. If you are indoors when the system activates, immediately proceed to the panel or keypad and enter the code. This will of course switch off the alarm.
  3. Call to ADT to let them know you are entering the security code and no alarm is needed. Lastly, give your verbal passphrase to ensure that you are the only one who is allowed to authorize the transaction.
  4. Ensure to check all external doors and windows and ensure to search for signs of entry in the whole house in case an intruder gains entry. I inform the police and ADT companies if there is something wrong.

That way, before you disable the alarm, you can call ADT to their emergency monitoring center anytime your alarm goes off, thus preventing the police from being dispatched unnecessarily while ADT can just verify that everything is fine through your passphrase.

Key Aspects of ADT System: How to Use the Vacation Mode Properly If you are likely to be out of your home for a long time, you can turn your ADT alarm panels into what is referred to as vacation mode. This partially arms the system to detect intruders but enables pet sitters and other legal persons to access the home without fully setting off the alert.

To enable ADT's vacation mode before leaving on your trip: 

  1. Navigate to the alarm panel interface, and then, reach the main menu.
  2. Go to the Vacation icon or click the link to the Vacation part.
  3. Click the Vacation settings option.
  4. Turn on the Vacation mode and enter the duration of the mode to the extent of the time you wish to be out of the office or away from the workstation.
  5. To allow a trusted friend to enter when you are gone, add the friend’s phone number and code for the doors and gates of your home and pet care.

When the vacation mode timer is activated, the ADT system will switch off the vacation mode and go back to normal arm/disarm functionalities when the time limit set for the vacation mode is complete. To shut it off sooner than the time that you have set, you have to go to the ADT panel interface again and then go to the vacation mode again and look for the feature that allows you to stop the vacation mode.

What to Do If Your ADT System Is Non-Responsive If you have tried all the above steps and are still unable to turn off your ADT system, then it is advisable to seek professional help. In most cases, you only have to enter your 4-digit security code at any keypad or panel the moment you arrive home and your ADT security alarm will turn off at once. But if for some reason disabling your alarm with the code is not working, there are some troubleshooting tips to try: 

• Ensure that the right code was used because the LED lights keep blinking in case an incorrect number is punched in. Type in the correct 4-digit code for the system.

• Make sure that your account is active and your monitoring service up to date – expired plans do not include system functionality. Make a call to ADT to ensure that you’re connected and the system is live.

• The system backup battery should be replaced if the battery power is low - If the Keypads require a battery then they should glow for a few seconds when any button is pressed.

• Look for any loose connections in wiring, especially if the panel or keypad is not working.

• If nothing seems to work then dial ADT support for help, they can send a signal to turn off the alarm for some time.

Understanding turning off the ADT home alarm system is an essential aspect of proper use and maintenance of the home alarm system. Simply, take your time, follow the instructions to the letter, use the entry door that has been provided, key in the correct 4-digit security code, and wait for the alarm to beep and the turning on of the lights that show your ADT security system has been turned off. In case you are in any form of hesitation about the status of your alarm, you can always call the ADT monitoring center to ensure that everything is alright.

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