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ok - thanks sixwheeledbeast. I will be logging in via keypad in Engineer mode.....I have wintex too but to do things like change pir batteries I like to use keypad and log in as Engineer. So no need to do anything except invoke Hold-Off mode, open sounder and replace battery...great - thanks. Just another question if I may. No plans to change sounders but I read new sounders do not need battery change.....so do they have them? I thought sounders used their own battery for the siren.....I have had a power cut once many years ago when it was off so long the control battery died and then the sounders went off.....I think for 20 mins or so...can't recall exactly. I replaced the controller battery after that. Thanks again.

Hi - I have a Texecom premiere elite 24W Ricochet kit which I installed back in 2013 and during a recent power cut the panel reported failed battery for the external sounder. I must admit its been on my list for a while but I've never got round to it due to other jobs. Anyhow there are 2 sounders connected, a Premiere Odyssey 5E and a Premiere Odyssey 3. Looking at the manual and I recall during install I was required to connect the wires to the units first then to the control panel second, the sounders being initially powered from the control panel and I seem to recall a jumper inside the sounder used to connect the sounder's own battery before closing the lid. So for my question, just to be sure I do not set off the sounders as I unstall new batteries. I read I can either invoke sounder Hold Off Mode by activating the strobe 3x within 30 seconds OR simply connect the strobe wire inside the control panel to the 0V....which I think I will do as I plan to change the controller battery too. The sounder will indicate Hold Off Mode by flashing the Right LED only, then I can open the sounder without setting it off. Now once opened do I need to remove the sounder battery power jumper so that when I install a new battery the sounder itself is not connected to its own battery? I have made a note as I am using 2 sounders that there is an order/sequence of installing and connecting the sounders to their own batteries and closing their lids so I expect to follow this. My question is regarding the pulling of the sounder jumpers which I am expecting that I should do so that the sounders are in a state as if just installed - lids off and not connected yet to their own batteries until I plan to close the lid. I'm no alarm expert but I hope my question is clear enough for someone to confirm/advise if I have the right idea or should do it some other way. Thanks for your help.

Thanks for the info. My Texecom activates a GSM Box to call me and others if it alarms. Only want the app as an option to turn it off and rea-arm really in case a neighbour who has the remote fob when I'm away is not available to turn it off and re-arm it. - saves kids, who are local, visiting. I was getting the impression manufacturers are not interested in diy - though I'm happy to pay a nominal annual fee to use any app. I'm really happy with the Texecom kit - I'll look into the firware update and smartcom - thanks for the advice. Kind Regards

Forgot to mention - we use Proximity Tags too to arm/disarm.

Hi - I have a Texecom Ricochet Elite 24 panel (Version 2.04) and using it with a mixture of hard wired and wireless Premier Elite XT-W/QD-W sensors and have been very happy with this kit. I bought and installed this in 2013. I was after this type of alarm to save wiring and to have a remote fob to arm/disarm from outside. Today I believe I can add network access but I believe it needs a firmware update and extra hardware that might no longer be manufactured - I have to google it. Just looking today as for the first time I had a wireless sensor fault. Pulling the battery and relearning fixed it but it did prompt me to google Texecom for a replacement PIR. However, things have moved on I see and the type of PIR I have is no longer manufactured bar the odd old stock I can find though Texecom do list a compatible one....not sure if it works with my panel though. So I'm wondering if its worth replacing or upgrading to obtain internet access? Here are my requirements 6 wired zones 4 wireless Remote fob to use outside. Remote Keypad/screen control panel Internet connection/app to monitor arm/disarm/reset - can be hard wired or wireless connection to control panel 2 wired alarm boxes PC based software to set it up.......I'm assuming USB/RS232 like with Wintex /Rocochet for the Texecom kit. Manufacturer support for DIY install. - I am fairly technical and did the install and programed the Texecom myself with Wintex though I recall one issue I needed help on with Texecom as I could not find an explanation in the manual at the time.....nor can I find it yet, but 10 mins on the phone with Texecom helped me get it sorted. I need to google more but today I get the impression Texecom are not interested in the DIY market? One last comment. The Texecom Mesh wireless works fine where I believe each wireless sensor is a receiver and transmitter to ensure good reception back to the control panel. Would be good to have the same as I know my DECT land phones are not great all over the house. Any advice much appreciated.