Inputs | Areas and Input Types

Much of an input's functionality is controlled by the areas and input types associated with it. The input type describes how the input will function in each area: for example, a door contact input might activate the entry delay in one area and instantly generate an alarm in another. Inputs can be programmed into up to four different areas, allowing the same input to be used for a variety of intrusion detection, control and automation functions in the system.

Changes to settings on this tab may require you to disarm and rearm the affected areas before they come into effect. You must rearm both the main and 24hr portions of the area. The controller will generate a health status message if rearming is required.

Assigned Areas

• Area: The area that monitors this input. Each input can be programmed into up to four different areas and perform different functions in each.

• Input Type: The input type defines how the input will operate in a particular area. A wide variety of options and preconfigured input types are available for functions such as intrusion detection, tamper detection, smoke/fire detection and automation/control.

  For example, the preconfigured Instant input type will cause the area alarm to activate immediately when the input is opened, while the Delay input type will cause the area's entry delay to start. For more, see Programming | Input Types.

• KLES Input LED: This is a legacy option that has no effect.