Re: C & K 238 Programming Mode question

["alarman" <alarman2000@xxxxxxxxx>]

Cindy wrote:
> I am trying to get into programming mode on my C&K 238 panel with
> Alpha keyboard.  The panel was originally supplied by AAA - but since
> I cancelled monitoring they don't seem to want to help me out.
>
> I have the System 238 Installation Manual & noticed it says that the
> panel must be in the disarmed state prior to entering programming
> mode.
>
> My keypad display is showing   Ready To Arm   System Trouble and when
> I press the # key - Connection Fail - which I take is because I no
> longer have monitoring in place.
>
> I tried the default installer code of  012345*01#  but when I hit the
> * key it came back with  invalid pin.
>
> I'm guessing that means AAA changed the installer code to something
> else - but also wondered if I have to clear out the 'Connection Fail'
> before I can get into programming mode.
>
> Any tips on how to proceed?
>
> Thanks, Cindy

If you have performed as per the original agreement with AAA, then call them
and ask them to set the installer code to default. If you have defaulted on
your contract, you will have to make good or don't expect the alarmco to
provide you any service. Why did you cancel your monitoring service?
js