Hi all...

 

I am a sparky with a builder that would like an additional keypad adding to his Gardtec 591. The current keypad is a Contour with ACE - I assume this is a keyfob system.

He only has one code, and the system was under contract with an alarm company by the previous owner, so...

 

1. Is his code likely to allow the integration of another keypad?

2. As he doesn't have any keyfobs (ACE) does he need another ACE compatible keypad - if not what pad would do?

3. Does the 591 allow factory resets?

4. Is a new system the better option?

 

Many thanks,

 

Simannjo

1. Is his code likely to allow the integration of another keypad?

you will need the installation code.

 

If its on contract i wouldnt touch it.

 

2. As he doesn't have any keyfobs (ACE) does he need another ACE compatible keypad - if not what pad would do?

yes, sort of. you need a contour keypad.

 

3. Does the 591 allow factory resets

as long as it isnt locked yes. But if locked then no

 

4. Is a new system the better option?

possibly depends on the answers to above. But if its under contract and you do this then the contract will be voided. Plus if its on response (ie police) then you need to be an approved installer to work on it.

Many thanks for that...

 

The previous house occupier was the contract owner - so no contract now.

As it WAS on a contract I expect the board to be locked and as such am going the easier route of a new 595 and keypad.

 

Thanks again,

 

Simannjo

no probs thanks for the heads up