2GIG GC2: Replacing Batteries in Sensors

Battery replacement in your sensors and Z-Wave devices are an essential task. This brief explanation is designed to guide you through this important process.

While the 2GIG CG2 is an efficient security system, it still needs sufficient battery power to carry out its function. Unfortunately, batteries do die out from time to time – even the high-performance lithium kind. This means you should be prepared to periodically replace the batteries.

In the 2GIG CG2 system, there are two sets of batteries you’ll need to monitor. The first set of batteries is found within the wireless security sensors, and the second set is located within a Z-Wave device, such as a door lock or your thermostat.

There is a specific, yet easy process you should follow if you need to replace the batteries in your wireless security sensor. Specifically, you should put your 2GIG GC2 control panel into system test mode. Our video will walk you through this process, so you’ll see how easy it can be.

As you’ll see, you’ll start this procedure by entering your master code, which will bring up the appropriate control panel screen. Once this is displayed, select the system test button to initiate the test procedure. This will allow you to change the batteries without inadvertently causing you a breach of security in your own home.

If you are looking to replace the batteries in your Z-Wave devices, the process is more traditional and straightforward. You won’t have to go through the paces of a system test to gain unencumbered access to their battery chamber. You can replace them at any time.

How you replace the batteries in the Z-Wave devices depends on the device in question. According to our video, if you are replacing batteries in the thermostat, you will need to remove the bottom cover off the device and replace the batteries, making sure you place the batteries in the proper configuration. If you’re replacing the door lock batteries, you’ll have to open the cover of its interior case to get to the battery chamber.

Once the batteries have been replaced, you can perform a routine manual systems test on your security devices to make sure the batteries were properly installed. You’ll see how this is done on the video. If you’re not using fresh batteries, this will help you determine whether you erroneously are using dead or dying batteries.

You can run a proper security check through your 2GIG CG2 control panel by entering your master code and putting it in test mode. Once you’ve gained access, you can hone in on testing the one device that has the replaced batteries.

However, you may find it a good idea to run a complete diagnostic on your entire system just to rule out the possibility of a security element that is not performing as it should. This may be an easy element to incorporate since you should be doing periodic system checks already.

The system is designed to execute self-monitoring security checks without the need of human assistance. However, the video will reiterate that it’s still crucial that you perform a manual system test periodically, just to ensure the system is indeed running on all cylinders.