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Installing Your Cove Security System
Setup only takes about 30 minutes! Watch our walkthrough video to see how it works. Installing the System How to Set Up Your System 1. Locate your home Wi-Fi router and a nearby outlet.…
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How to Change Door/Window Sensor Batteries
If you have received a Door or Window sensor Low Battery message on your panel, you will need to replace the battery promptly to ensure the device continues to function properly.…
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Commonly Asked Questions
Welcome to Cove We are so excited that you have purchased our system and look forward to helping to provide peace of mind to you and your loved ones. You may have several questions regarding what to…
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How Do I Order Replacement Batteries?
If you need to replace the batteries for your different sensors, you can use the list below to assist you in locating batteries at both local and online retailers.…
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Installing Door Sensors
Step-by-Step Guide If you are adding new equipment to your alarm system, make sure you have already added this Door Sensor to your alarm system before you install this piece of equipment.…
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How Do I Move With Cove?
Moving can be stressful. Transferring your security system to a new location shouldn't make it worse. That's why we've made our moving process as quick and painless as possible.…
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How to Change a Motion Detector Battery
If you have received a Motion Detector Low Battery message on your panel, you will need to replace the battery promptly to ensure the device continues to function properly.…
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Motion Detector
Need Help Removing and/or Moving A Sensor?
If you have installed your sensors but now need to move them because you are: Remodeling your home Replacing a door Getting new windows Painting your walls or ceiling We recommend using a few simple…
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Alarm Certificate
As a homeowner, one of the great benefits of purchasing a security system is that you can receive a discount on your homeowners' insurance. Of course, your insurance company will want proof of…
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Stuck During Setup Process Steps 1-6
If you are having trouble with your installation, this article aims to: Explain the different steps of pre-installation Troubleshoot your panel if it gets stuck on one of the first six steps…
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Installing Motion Detectors
Step-by-Step Guide If you are adding new equipment to your alarm system, make sure you have already added the Motion Detector to your alarm system before you install this piece of equipment.…
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Installing Glass Break Detectors
Step-by-Step Guide: If you are installing new equipment to your alarm system, make sure you have already added this Glass Break Detector to your alarm system before you install this piece of…
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Alarm Event - Low Battery
Inside of each of your sensors is a battery with a life of 3-5 years on a full charge. There are some cases where your battery might die long before you think it should.…
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Alarm Events
Alarm Permit
An alarm permit is a registration that some alarm users need to obtain through their local city or county municipality. Most alarm permits are intended to help local authorities regulate false alarms.…
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Adding a Key Fob
Key Fobs do not require installation however, you will need to add your remote to your system. The video above will show you how. When using your remote, remember:…
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Key Remotes
Installing Window Sensors
Step-by-Step Guide if you are adding new equipment to your alarm system, make sure you have already added this Window Sensor to your alarm system before you install this piece of equipment.…
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Preferred Locations for your Simple Panel
Your panel serves as the heart of your system and should be placed in a central location in your home. Your panel should be plugged into an outlet at all times;…
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Installing and Troubleshooting Touch Screen Panel
Adding a Door Sensor
The video above will walk you through adding your Door Sensors, you can also follow the steps below. Step by Step Instructions Click "Settings" on the top right-hand corner of the panel touchscreen…
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Installing Carbon Monoxide Detector
Step-by-Step Guide If you are adding new equipment to your alarm system, make sure you have already added the Carbon Monoxide Detector to your alarm system before you install the piece of equipment.…
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Adding a Window Sensor
The video above will walk you through adding your Window Sensors, you can also follow the steps below. Step by Step Instructions Click "Settings" on the top right-hand corner of the panel touchscreen…
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Installation: Sensors Not Triggering
Above is a short video overview of how your installation process should go. If you are unable to get the panel to respond when you are triggering a sensor,…
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User Manual
The file attached to this article is a digital copy of our User Manual. You should have received a QR code for this manual in your package, however, if you are unable to locate it at this time,…
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Preferred Locations for your Touch Screen Panel
Your panel serves as the heart of your system and should be placed in a central location in your home. Your panel should be plugged into an outlet at all times;…
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How to Add a Motion Sensor
The video above will walk you through adding your Motion Sensors. You can also follow the steps below. Step by Step Instructions Click "Settings" on the top right-hand corner of the panel touchscreen…
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Powering the Touch Screen Panel
The Touch Screen Panel is an all-in-one alarm system. This means the siren, backup battery, processor, and communicating devices are all contained in the panel.…
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Powering Your Touch Screen Panel
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