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Frontpoint alarm system. When we started Frontpoint, we set out to create a completely different kind of alarm company. Today, as one of the largest alarm companies in the country, we’re thrilled to offer you unmatched protection and service that is: 100% CELLULAR.
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Secure your home in just 5 easy steps! Set up your Control Panel Plan locations for your sensors Set up your door sensors Set up other sensors and equipment Call to activate Activation Hours (EST) Mon - Fri: 8am - 11pm | Sat - Sun: 10am - 6pm 866-441-0501 www.frontpointsecurity.com/support-overview...
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CONTROL PANEL The Control Panel is the nerve center of your system. It connects wirelessly with all the sensors in your home and communicates with Frontpoint using a secure cellular connection. SENSORS Wireless sensors create the protective shield around your home. These may include sensors for doors, windows, motion, glass breakage, environmental conditions, and more.
The Control Panel is the nerve center of your system. It connects wirelessly with all the sensors in your home and communicates with Frontpoint using a secure cellular connection. WHERE TO PLACE • In a central location in your home, above ground.
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Set up your Control Panel STEP 1 Activate the battery Connect the backup battery (located on the backside of the panel) by pushing the red connectors together until the metal part of the plug is completely hidden. STEP 2 Plug in the power adapter Plug the power adapter into an outlet that is NOT controlled by a switch.
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Plan locations for your sensors Using this sensor location sheet, list where you will place all of your sensors (e.g. front door, back door, family room, etc.). We recommend taking time to choose sensor locations prior to setup. Sensor # Location Sensor # Location...
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Intrusion Sensors: Door & Window Sensor The Door & Window Sensor is a small, wireless device that detects the opening and closing of just about anything. This sensor comes with two pieces: the larger piece (transmitter) and the smaller piece (magnet). When placing the two pieces, find the “arrow”...
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Intrusion Sensors: Door & Window Sensor For Doors: STEP 1 Prep the surface Locate the appropriate place for your sensor. Make sure the surface is clean and dry. STEP 2 Place the sensor • Place the transmitter on the door frame. If your door frame has decorative molding, it may be easier to place the transmitter on the door itself and the magnet on the door frame.
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Intrusion Sensors: Door & Window Sensor For Windows: STEP 1 Prep the surface Locate the appropriate place for your sensor. Make sure the surface is clean and dry. STEP 2 Place the sensor • Place the transmitter on the window frame. If your window frame has decorative molding, it may be easier to place the transmitter on the door itself and the magnet on the door frame instead.
Intrusion Sensors: Motion Sensor The wireless Motion Sensor detects people moving across a room and can secure larger common areas (e.g. a living room, a hallway, a basement, etc.). WHERE TO PLACE • In a central room or corridor of your home •...
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Intrusion Sensors: Motion Sensor STEP 1 Prep the surface Locate the appropriate place for your sensor. Make sure the surface is clean and dry. STEP 2 (TWO PLACEMENT OPTIONS) Place the sensor flat on the wall • To place on a wall, attach two strips of adhesive to the flat back surface of the sensor Place the sensor in the corner of a wall •...
Intrusion Sensors: Glass Break Sensor The Glass Break Sensor protects large windows, sliding glass doors and rooms with multiple windows, by detecting the unique sound frequency of breaking glass. WHERE TO PLACE • Between 4–20 feet from the window being protected •...
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Intrusion Sensors: Glass Break Sensor STEP 1 Prep the surface Locate the appropriate place for your sensor. Make sure the surface is clean and dry. STEP 2 Place the sensor • Press the sensor firmly in place and hold for about 30 seconds. Back of Sensor Glass Break Sensor placement examples fig1, fig2 and fig3...
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Life Safety Sensor: Smoke & Heat Sensor The Smoke & Heat Sensor uses a photoelectric chamber to detect smoke particles in the air, and a temperature sensor to detect a rapid rise in a room’s air temperature. WHERE TO PLACE •...
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Life Safety Sensor: Smoke & Heat Sensor STEP 1 Prep the surface Locate the appropriate place for your Smoke & Heat Sensor. Wipe the surface clean before placing. STEP 2 Place the sensor • If placing on a wall: Place the sensor 4–12 inches below the ceiling •...
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Sensor Sensor Sensor Call FrontPoint to Test and Activate Congratulations! You’re almost done! Please call Frontpoint to complete your setup and confirm that your equipment is configured and communicating properly. Activation Hours (EST) Mon - Fri: 8am - 11pm | Sat - Sun: 10am - 6pm 866-441-0501 www.frontpointsecurity.com/support-overview...
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Your Security Information Below you will find important information about the security codes for your new Frontpoint alarm system. Please review and keep in a safe place. If you need to change any of the information, please mention this when you call to activate.
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Customer Support (EST) Mon - Fri: 8am - 11pm • Sat - Sun: 10am - 6pm 877-602-5276...
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