How easy is it to activate the built in monitor? Could it accidentally be activated just by trying to turn on the radio or change the alarm?
240886
No. You have to press two buttons simultaneously and then go into a menu. Once you figure out how the programmer thought it is easy to operate, but there are safeguards against someone getting into the security functions.
240887
It's activated by simultaneously pressing and holding both volume buttons. So pretty difficult. But if you're looking for a camera that's safe enough to have someone moving it around without noticing, the SD card slot on the back and the obvious camera lenses on the front are a much bigger issue.
240888
I cannot answer the question specifically but I would say that it is not trustworthy. I had to return mine as it was defective.
1408867
The alarm turns off on the front, easily with that. Tutor. However, the switch on the back to toggle between visual notification, vibration, and alarm is small and might be difficult.
1304006
Good morning. I regretted having bought this alarm. It was a waste of money and would have returned it if only I could at that time. I hope this answers a question in your mind about the reliability of this sensor.
1991349
Forgot - you turn the alarms on or off by pressing the "F" buttons with a momentary press while the radio is OFF. I think I covered it. I hope.
944238
Yep, just happened to me. I called the Motorola CSR who was anything but helpful. Told me to take out the battery for 10 minutes to reset it (you mean like I had already done 10 or 12 times?!). Useless. Didn't help that it was 1.5 yrs old, just out of warranty. So I took apart the monitor myself. Turns out there's a poorly designed flimsy switch that's soldered to the motherboard. If you press too hard it will cause the delicate soldered parts to fail, not right away, but I found that I had to keep pressing harder and harder over time to get it to work. Then one day it just would not power on anymore. Now, I'm trying to find an electronic store to solder it back on cuz I'm sure that's going to be cheaper than a new monitor! Thanks alot, no-help Motorola!
1352099
Yes. The alarm tech will have to program it on site at your key pad. At least that's what ADT did, indicating I couldn't do it myself due to keeping their "codes" private. Make sure they don't erase any other dongle codes during programming if you have more than one of these dongles in use. It will take 15 minutes for them to program it.
2025763
the monitor is also your receiver. i assume it is replaceble, i have had mine over 2 years and it still works so have not had to replace anything. you cannot hook it up to another system unless is has the exact same frequency as the monitor/receiver as the one u wish to replace. the pic is not good but love the sound. got restraining orders on some nasty neighbors which was a blessing.
1037416
I've never actually set the alarm so I did a quick Google search and found a link to the online manual which explains how to do it - http://store.sony.com/wcsstore/SonyStyleStorefrontAssetStore/pdf/warranty/SEL-asset-159708.pdf
2080958
Glad you got it going. I agree the wires at The Monitor are 'microscopic' and a real pain to strip back in order to crimp on a ring eye or hot wire tap. Instructions are non existant. If you should have further issues and I can be of assistance, let me know.
1191555
Sounds like the radio has a problem. If the station you have set for alarm isn't accessible, the backup alarm 'chime' should have sounded. The fact that the clock is slow also makes me believe the radio is defective. Your question regarding having the time display quickly is a good one - I don't believe you can. It's another little annoyance in the UI that should be fixed.
1835719
I got a hold of Skylink, they said if the alarm is activated by an intruder the alarm will automatically shut off after 3 minutes. However the alarm will remain activated unless disarmed and will again go off for another three minutes if a door is opened or until you manually disarm the alarm on the keypad
2255232
I think you have to activate the alarm for it to function. I did not activate the alarm. It is easy to tell when the power supply kicks in on battery power because of the increased hum from the inverter. There may be a bell that dings once when the inverter is active.
998468
is the alarm setting on its own when you plug in the battery? It should only activate when you hold down B, maybe you got a defective one or you have a battery that is almost dead. I would try a new battery. I ordered 2 at the time since there so cheap and I got 2 working alarms! only thing i can think that would make them better is if they gave off a electric shock.
790415
It is pretty easy. All you have to do is attach 1 plastic piece to the base and then set the monitor into the base. It comes with a VGA cable if you plan to use that, but if you want to attach it to the computer via a DVI cable you will need to have your own or buy one. I would recommend attaching whatever cable (VGA or DVI) you are planning on using in addition to the power cable prior to setting the monitor up on its base, otherwise it may be a little difficult to access the connector area.
822535
Same here....the alarm is way too sensitive......I ended up pulling the battery and using the lock without the alarm
603880
sorry, i didn't have a chance to use it a lot. a few time it was on, probably nothing happened that could activate alarm
2112307
It would be a lot easier, if you just get an alarm clock. This stereo is not easy to operate at all. Don't know how long the battery will last for just the alarm function.