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How to reset the master code in Concord 4?

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How to reset the master code in Concord 4?

If you want to see what the master code is, hit 9+installer code + 3+#….You will then be in the USER CODE area. Hit the “B” key until you get to MASTER CODE, press “#” and it should show itself. If you want to clear memory and reset everything, hit 8+installer code +00 to get into SYSTEM PROGRAMMING.

Where are the dealer and installer codes stored on a Concord 4?

The Master, Installer and Dealer 4-digit codes for the Concord 4 are stored as pairs of 2-digit hexadecimal integers at known consecutive addresses within a 24C256L EEPROM chip. This memory chip sits in a socket located on the alarm panel circuit board where shown (1rst image below).

Can a master code disarm an installer code?

If the Master Code (or any user code other than Installer Code) is used to arm the system then the Installer Code can NOT disarm the system. This is a security feature built in to most systems.

How to recover the dealer and installer codes from a GE?

First, remove the memory chip pre-installed on the EEPROM module (with extractor tweezers if you have them) and put it aside. Set the module device address to 50 hex by using the included jumpers to short pins A0, A1 & A2 to GND (right-most jumper positions). Write-protect the module by connecting pin WP to VCC (left-most jumper position).

If you want to see what the master code is, hit 9+installer code + 3+#….You will then be in the USER CODE area. Hit the “B” key until you get to MASTER CODE, press “#” and it should show itself. If you want to clear memory and reset everything, hit 8+installer code +00 to get into SYSTEM PROGRAMMING.

How to change date on GE Interlogix Concord panel?

Enter using 24 hr time, 13:30 for 1:30 pm etc. Press # and the display will show the new time. Press the down arrow next until you see the “Date” Option. Enter the correct month (01-12), day (01-31), and year (00-99) For example, enter 011518 for Jan 15, 2018. Press # and the display will show the new date.

The Master, Installer and Dealer 4-digit codes for the Concord 4 are stored as pairs of 2-digit hexadecimal integers at known consecutive addresses within a 24C256L EEPROM chip. This memory chip sits in a socket located on the alarm panel circuit board where shown (1rst image below).

If the Master Code (or any user code other than Installer Code) is used to arm the system then the Installer Code can NOT disarm the system. This is a security feature built in to most systems.