Re: new pad

[Frank Olson <Use_the_email_links@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Robert L Bass wrote:
> Hi Russell,
>
> Sorry for the ill manners of a few folks in the
> security newsgroup.  You can replace the
> keypad if you like.  Nick's advice concerning
> the procedure is correct.
>
> Adding wireless sensors, keyfobs, etc., is
> another thing.  To do that you need access
> to programming.  ADT won't give you the
> code even if you own the system.  Unless
> you get someone to default the system for
> you the only alternative is to replace the
> board.
>
> Board replacement on a Vista-20P is fairly
> simple.  You need to label the wires before
> removing them.  Make notes about what is
> in each zone before you start.  That will
> make setting up the replacement panel
> easier.
>
> Once you have a board (existing or
> replacement) that you can access you can
> make any changes you like.
>
> Contact me if you need help.
>


Ummm.... Robert...  The guy probably has several wireless devices
installed as well.  If he installs a new board, he's going to have to
enroll each one (again).  It's not as "simple" as you make it out to be.
  This is an ADT system.  We obviously don't have all the facts
concerning the OP's system and by now he's long gone anyway.