For users of ADT security systems, the ADT Key Fob is a familiar and convenient device. However, what many people don’t realize is that there’s no functional difference between an ADT Key Fob and a Honeywell 5834-4 key fob. In fact, they are the exact same piece of hardware. ADT simply rebrands the Honeywell 5834-4 to offer what appears to be a proprietary “in-house” option to their customers. This rebranding means that understanding the Honeywell 5834-4 is key to understanding your ADT Key Fob, as they operate identically.
ADT Key Fob: The Honeywell 5834-4 wireless key fob, identical to ADT key fobs, featuring four buttons for security system control.
Understanding the Honeywell 5834-4: The Core of Your ADT Key Fob
To truly understand your ADT Key Fob, it’s essential to delve into the specifications of the Honeywell 5834-4. This device is categorized within the Honeywell 5800 Series as a sensor. It functions as a unidirectional sensor, communicating wirelessly at a frequency of 345 MHz. Importantly, it supports an encryption mode, enhancing security. A significant feature of the Honeywell 5834-4 is its ability to be programmed with multiple security panels. This versatility allows users to transition to a new security monitoring service or system without needing to remove the key fob from their previous ADT setup, offering considerable flexibility and ease of use. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who might switch monitoring companies but want to retain their existing key fobs.
Wide-Ranging Compatibility with Security Panels
The wireless communication frequency of 345 MHz employed by both the ADT Key Fob and the Honeywell 5834-4 ensures compatibility with a broad spectrum of security panels. This frequency is a standard in the security industry, utilized by numerous panels, including popular models such as the Honeywell Lyric Controller, Honeywell LYNX Touch Panels, various Honeywell VISTA Systems, the 2GIG GC3, and the 2GIG GC2. It’s crucial to remember that regardless of compatibility, an ADT Key Fob or Honeywell 5834-4 must be properly enrolled with your specific security panel to become operational. Without this enrollment, the key fob will not be able to communicate with and control your security system.
Customizable Button Functions for Enhanced Control
Each button on an ADT Key Fob, mirroring the Honeywell 5834-4, can be individually assigned to a specific zone within your security system. This customization allows users to configure their key fob to perform a variety of actions. Common configurations include dedicating buttons for “arm away” mode when leaving the premises, “arm stay” mode when remaining inside, disarming the system, and activating a police panic alarm in emergency situations. Furthermore, the Honeywell 5834-4, and by extension the ADT Key Fob, supports the programming of actions triggered by pressing multiple buttons simultaneously. These combined button presses can be set to execute different commands from single button presses, significantly expanding the control capabilities. In total, a single Honeywell 5834-4 Key Fob can be programmed to perform up to eight distinct actions on a compatible alarm system, offering a powerful and versatile control interface for your security setup.
In conclusion, the ADT Key Fob is fundamentally a rebranded Honeywell 5834-4. Understanding this equivalency allows users to appreciate the device’s features, compatibility, and programming options fully. Whether you refer to it as an ADT Key Fob or a Honeywell 5834-4, you are dealing with the same reliable and versatile security device.
