It is comforting to know that an alarm system is in place to protect the home and family should there be any intruder. ADT, in particular, is a well-known company that offers home security services and has more than 7 million clients across the United States. This code is normally set by the alarm company that installed the ADT alarm system and it is a default master code. They suggest users should change this default master code to a new 6-digit code of their own soon after installing the system. The article under discussion explains how the process of changing the ADT alarm system code is easy in case you follow the following instructions.

Before Changing the Code

Before changing your alarm code, make sure you have the following: Before changing your alarm code, make sure you have the following:

  • This master code is the current open code to your system. If you do not remember it already, you can get it by calling the ADT customer service number to get it.
  • An easily memorable 6-digit code you wish to set. It is also wise to avoid using consecutive (222222) or other patterns (123456) of numbers. And do not use numbers that are easy to guess such as your birthday number or any other number which is easy to guess.

Programming through the Keypad keypad changing the code

The quickest and easiest way to change your ADT alarm system code is by using your keypad: 

  1. Make sure the system is disabled and no alarms sound in the process of entering commands.
  2. For simplicity, I will explain it from scratch, go to your alarm keypad and enter your current master code. Then type # and press the key of the same symbol.
  3. Dial pad or number keys are the numbers 0 to 9 and symbols such as * and # located on the right-hand side of your keypad; for this case, type 021#. This informs the alarm system that you wish to alter the master code that has been installed.
  4. Please enter your newly created master code which should be a 6-digit number. After that, press # if you entered a new code.
  5. You will be prompted to re-enter your new 6-digit master code and then you press the # key. This prompts and sets your new main alarm code.
  6. Your keypad will continue to beep when a new master code is programmed, this will be several beeps. Using the new code, simulate to run your test by arming and disarming your system several times.
  7. You will also want to contact your Alarm Monitoring company and give them your new code in case they ever need to make dispatches.

Changing Additional User Codes

A majority of alarm systems which include the ADT alarm systems can be programmed with several codes for use. After changing the main master code using the above steps, you can also add, edit or delete any secondary user codes according to your preference: After changing the main master code using the above steps, you can also add, or delete any secondary user codes according to your preference:

  1. You are supposed to enter the new master code at the keypad in front of it and then press the # sign.
  2. To modify secondary codes, the number 023# must be inputted.
  3. To edit a secondary code, simply type a single digit from 1-8 that corresponds to the secondary code you wish to modify.
  4. To delete the code, the next digits that need to be entered are 0000#. If the subscriber wishes to add or alter the Code, he/she should input the new 4-digit Code followed by #.
  5. Follow steps 3 and 4 to the end of the process to complete the change of all the secondary user codes you wanted to change.
  6. Once you have completed your work on codes, typing 0# will take you out of the programming mode. Your system will beep confirming that all the further alterations to the secondary code are accepted.

This type of user can also alter alarm codes using the Alarm Panel as shown below:

For alarm systems that have an interface with an alarm panel, the latter can also be used to change system codes. These codes are usually changed, edited, or added from your alarm panel interface where you can see this option highlighted on the screen and follow the wizard. Calling can also be done using voice commands and the panels can lead you through the code-changing process through the voice you hear.

Testing the New Codes

When using any of the above methods to change the master and secondary user codes of the system, it is important to run your system through its paces with the new codes. Discharge and charge the system several times and also activate the various sensors and detectors within your compound including entry sensors, glass break sensors as well as and motion detectors. Make sure that your new coding to the system helps in disarming the alarm when one of the sensors has been triggered. This confirms that new codes are successfully altered throughout your whole alarm system.

Keeping Updated Codes Secure

It is recommended that you change your alarm master code and the subsequent codes every year. This contributes to enhanced security since several people do not know the codes used to arm or disarm the system. It is important to note that you should always provide your alarm monitoring company with immediate notification of the change of crucial information such as the master code, your current address, your telephone numbers, or those of your emergency contacts. Also, it is important to notify any other family members and other persons who are privileged to use the alarm anytime you are changing its code. It is very important to avoid sharing your alarm system codes with anyone you do not trust to maintain the security of your home.

Summary

You can easily program your ADT alarm system codes instantly either via the keypad or the alarm panel. When programming a new code, ensure that the system is run for a long time to check for its reliability. Restricting the use of the codes and doing so periodically is essential in ensuring that the ADT alarm does not get compromised. Learn the simple steps outlined below to quickly program your ADT alarm system master or secondary user codes.

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