Yes, because it is a 2-way system, each device's parameters are set via the control panel. If your system is connected to Power Manage, an easy to use mobile app (Alarm Install) can also be used to help speed up the installation.

Yes - The system we supply is UK specific and all the devices we supply are also UK specific. So as long as all the devices are supplied by us or are stated to be UK specific then they are all compatiblle with UK panels.

With the exception of batteries, power supplies and our Power Manage service, none of the devices we sell are compatible with ADT systems. The reason for this is that ADT supply systems in the UK with the European (868-0 EUR) country code. These are not compatible with UK (868-1 UK) systems and devices.

The Powerlink 3.1 module we sell is also country specific. There for it can be used outside the UK but only in systems with the 868-1 UK country code.

Yes, the GSM/GPRS will accept any live data enabled SIM card (full size).

Yes, many customers fit both. Using the Powerlink for connection to the Power Manage server and the GSM as a back-up reporting method.

In wireless systems a zone is used to connect one detector to the system. In a typical small domestic system Zone 1 may be used for a magnetic contact on the main entrance door, Zone 2 may be used for a magnetic contact on the rear door. Subsequent zones may have motion detectors (PIRs) assigned to them. Each Zone can be assigned a zone type. In the example above Zone 1 would typically be a Delay Zone (Perimeter) to allow entry/exit through that zone within a specified time. Zone 2 would typically be set as a Perimeter Zone. The detectors on the interior zones would typically be set as Interior Zones. The PowerMaster system can be set in two modes – Home and Away. In Home mode only perimeter zones are armed allowing movement within the property. In Away mode all the zones are armed. In addition to the above the system is equipped with an integrated partitioning feature that can divide the alarm system into three distinct areas, identified as Partition 1, 2 and 3. A partition can be armed or disarmed regardless of the status of the other partitions within the system. Partitioning can be used in installations where shared security systems are more practical, such as a home office or warehouse building. When partitioned, each zone, each user code and many of the system's features can be assigned to Partition 1 to 3. Each user code is assigned with the list of partitions it is allowed to control in order to limit access of users to certain partitions. Each partition can also be set in Home or Away mode.

The alarm can be set in ‘Latchkey’ mode. When the alarm is unset a message is sent by the chosen method that the alarm has been unset. It is designed to notify parents that their child has successfully come home from school say.

Absolutely not. The PowerMax system uses a totally different wireless system and is only 1-way. There are a couple of peripherals which are common to both PowerMax and PowerMaster systems – The GSM350, USB Programming lead, and the Expansion board.

The battery life depends on the usage and the device type. Because the system is 2-way the devices can be put to sleep by the control panel. The battery life is at least double of that of similar PowerMax devices typically as long as 6 years.

Wireless transmission/reception values are quoted as Line-of-Sight (LoS) i.e. with no obstructions between transmitter and receiver. Visonic quote up to 2,000m LoS, however this is significantly decreased by walls etc between the transmitter and receiver. Standard brick and plaster walls do not normally cause signal loss problems. The big enemy of wireless transmissions is metal especially ferrous (iron) metals. Also note; that the earth is also a good absorber of wireless signals and as such devices should not be installed close to the ground (below approx. 1 metre) and definitely not underground.

There are two types of monitoring available for the PowerMaster system. Self Monitoring – this requires the system to be connected to a PowerManage server. Once connected, the server can send e-mails and notifications to specific recipients. The PowerManage server also connects to the Visonic-GO app which allows control, event notification and status of the alarm system. Third-party Monitoring – this again requires the system to be connected to a PowerManage server or other suitable receiver at a monitored Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC). The ARC is constantly manned and when alarm notifications are received the ARC attempts to verify that an actual intrusion has taken place. Upon verification, the ARC can inform the Police that a verified alarm has occurred and the Police will respond. The Police are unlikely respond to unverified requests. The cost is dependent on the provider but is likely to be in the region of £30 per month.

No - the system operates extremely well as a standalone wireless alarm system and in our experience is very stable and reliable. All the control panels have a built in PSTN dialler which can be used to report to up to 4 private telephones. The reported events are selectable to only report the events required. Note that if you have the CAM-PIRs on the system then you can only receive images if the system is connected to a PowerManage server.

Yes, there are two mobile apps for both Android and iOS (search for Visonic-GO and Tyco AlarmInstall). Together, the apps can be used to remotely configure, control and monitor the system. Requires connection to Power Manage via Powerlink broadband or GSM module.

If the system is connected to the PowerManage server and the free Visonic-GO app is installed then the cameras can send images directly to the app on alarm occurrences. Pictures-on-demand can also be requested from the app.

The system can be controlled over the land-line by dialling into the control panel and using the telephone keypad to issue commands, check the alarm status and enable ‘Listen In’. If the GSM module is fitted similar commands can be sent via SMS messages.