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Engineers' Reference

Fire & Security Industry Reference

Technical support contacts, default access codes and panel guides for the UK's top fire alarm and intruder alarm manufacturers — all in one place.

Fire Alarm

Top 10 Fire Alarm Manufacturers

UK market leaders — technical support lines, emails, websites and panel ranges

C-TEC

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

CFP (conventional 2–8 zone), XFP (addressable 1–8 loop), ZFP (small conventional), AlarmSense (2-wire)

Advanced Fire & Security

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:30
Panel Ranges

MxPro 5, MxPro 4, Axis AX, QuadrNet (EN54 multi-protocol)

Notifier (Honeywell)

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30
Panel Ranges

ID50, ID60, ID64, ID2000, ID3000, AFP-1010, AFP-4000, NFS-320, NFS-640

Gent by Honeywell

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30
Panel Ranges

Vigilon (addressable), S-Quad, Compact (conventional), Multipoint

Protec Fire Detection

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

AN90, AN95, 4400, 6000, 6100, Algo-Tec 6400, Algo-Tec 6500, CirrusPro 200

Kentec Electronics

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

Taktis (addressable 2–16 loop), Syncro AS, Sigma CP (conventional), Sigma XT (suppression), Vega

Hochiki Europe

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

FIREwave (wireless), Ekho, ESP Syncro AS compatible, EF Panel (conventional)

Apollo Fire Detectors

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Detector Ranges

XP95, Discovery, Core Protocol, Series 65. Works with all major addressable panel brands.

Morley-IAS (Honeywell)

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30
Panel Ranges

ZX5Se, ZX2Se, ZX1Se, IAS-ZX-Series, ZXe

EMS / Fike (formerly Ziton)

Fire Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

ZP3, ZP1 (addressable), SP1/SP2 (conventional) — legacy Ziton panels widely installed

Intruder Alarm

Top 10 Intruder Alarm Manufacturers

UK market leaders — technical support lines, emails, websites and panel ranges

Texecom

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00
Panel Ranges

Premier Elite (8–640 zones), Premier 48/168/816, Veritas R8/R8+/Excel, ComPro, Connect+

Pyronix

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:30
Panel Ranges

Enforcer, Enforcer 32-WE (wireless), Euro 46, Euro 128, Matrix, FX Series

Galaxy / Resideo (Honeywell)

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30
Panel Ranges

Galaxy Flex 20/50/100, Galaxy 2, Galaxy 3, Galaxy 18, Galaxy 60, Galaxy Dimension, Galaxy 6

Aritech / Carrier

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

ATS1000, ATS1500, ATS3500, ATS Advanced — EN50131 Grade 2/3

Scantronic / Eaton

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30
Panel Ranges

9927, 9900, 9751, 800EN, i-on16, i-on40, i-on160

Risco Group

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:30
Panel Ranges

LightSYS Plus, ProSYS Plus, WisDom (wireless), Agility

Bosch Security Systems

Intruder Alarm
Tech:Via authorised reseller
Address:Denham, UB9 5HJ
Panel Ranges

Solution 2000, Solution 3000, Solution 6000-IP, DS Series, B Series, G Series

HKC Security

Intruder Alarm
Tech:Via installer only
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

SecureWatch, Quantum, Optima (wireless/hybrid), 65W, SK720

DSC / Tyco (Johnson Controls)

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00
Panel Ranges

PowerSeries Neo (PC1616/PC1832/PC1864), PowerSeries Pro (HS2016/HS2032/HS2064), Alexor

Cooper / Menvier (Eaton)

Intruder Alarm
Hours:Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30
Panel Ranges

TSR40, TSR80, TS900, MR16, MR8 — legacy panels widely installed across the UK

Default Access Codes

Fire Alarm Panel Codes

Factory defaults by panel and access level. L1 = user, L2 = authorised user, L3 = engineer/programmer.

⚠️ Engineer responsibility: Default codes must be changed at commissioning per BS 5839-1. If a panel has been commissioned these defaults will have been replaced. L3 on some panels is a physical hidden button, not a numeric code.
ManufacturerPanelL1 — UserL2 — AuthorisedL3 — EngineerNotes
C-TECCFP (conventional 2–8 zone)No code2143Button under lidPress panel buttons 2→1→4→3 for L2. L3 button is hidden beneath the front lid — press & hold until TEST appears.
C-TECXFP (addressable 1–8 loop)No code33334444Entered on LCD keypad. L2 = authorised user menu, L3 = full engineer programming.
C-TECZFP (small conventional)No code2143Button under lidSame entry method as CFP series.
AdvancedMxPro 5 (all loop counts)No code000022222L3 is a 5-digit code. Full programming via MxPro 5 Config Tool (PC software).
AdvancedMxPro 4 / Axis AXNo code000022222Same code structure as MxPro 5.
NotifierID50 / ID60 / ID64No code00005555Via panel keypad. L3 unlocks full zone configuration and programming.
NotifierAFP-4000 / AFP-1010No code00005555Contact Notifier for AFP series programming guide.
NotifierID2000 / ID3000 / NFS-320No code00003333Touchscreen interface. Verify L3 with Notifier Tech: 0344 800 1240.
GentVigilon / S-Quad / CompactNo code0000Contact GentL3 varies by firmware. Call Gent tech support: 02476 358100.
Protec6000 / 6100 / RepeaterNo code18483144Confirmed from Protec 6000 Installation Manual (RDM0012 p.33).
ProtecAlgo-Tec 6400 / 6500No code18483144Algo-Tec range shares 6000 series defaults. Verify with Protec: 01706 360200.
ProtecAN90 / AN95 (legacy)No code00001234Older range — codes may vary. Contact Protec for legacy panel support.
KentecTaktis (2–16 loop)No code000000000 (5-digit)Full programming via Taktis Config Tool. Manuals: kentec.co.uk/resources/manuals/
KentecSyncro AS / Sigma CPNo code0000Contact KentecEmail techsupport@kentec.co.uk or call 01322 222121.
HochikiFIREwave / ESP Syncro ASNo code12342580Via panel keypad. L2 for zone testing, L3 for full programming.
Morley-IASZX5Se / ZX2Se / ZX1SeNo code00002001Via panel keypad. Tech: 0344 800 1240 (same Honeywell line as Notifier).
EMS/FikeZP3 / ZP1 / SP1 / SP2No code1234Contact EMSLegacy Ziton/EMS panels. Call 01462 440044 for engineer codes.

Default Access Codes

Intruder Alarm Panel Codes

Factory default engineer and master/manager codes. Must be changed at commissioning under NSI/SSAIB requirements.

⚠️ Security notice: Installer codes give full programming access. These factory defaults are publicly known and must always be changed before handover.
ManufacturerPanelL1 — UserL2 — Engineer/InstallerL3 — Master/ManagerNotes
Galaxy / ResideoFlex 20 / 50 / 100Set by user1122339999Engineer: 112233. Manager default: 9999. Enter on keypad then ✱ to confirm.
Galaxy / ResideoGalaxy 2 / 3 / 18 / 60Set by user1122339999Same structure as Flex range. Older Galaxy 18 may use 1234.
Galaxy / ResideoGalaxy DimensionSet by user1122339999High-end commercial panel. Programming via Galaxy Gold software or keypad.
Galaxy / ResideoGalaxy 6Set by user112233654321Older model — manager default differs from newer range.
TexecomPremier Elite (all variants)Set by user1234Single code modelPremier Elite uses a single engineer/master code. Programming via Wintex PC software or keypad.
TexecomPremier 48 / 168 / 816Set by user1234N/AAlso programmable via Wintex software.
TexecomVeritas R8 / R8+ / ExcelSet by user2580N/AVeritas range uses different default to Premier. Some variants may use 1234 — check panel label.
TexecomComPro / Connect+Set by user1234N/ACommercial grade. Programming via Wintex or panel menu.
PyronixEnforcer / Enforcer 32-WESet by user11119999Engineer: 1111. Master: 9999. Also accessible via HomeControl+ app after pairing.
PyronixEuro 46 / Euro 128 / MatrixSet by user11119999Programming via Pyronix PC-Link software.
AritechATS1000 / ATS1500 / ATS3500Set by user1234N/AEN50131 Grade 2/3. Programming via ATS Advanced software or keypad.
Scantronic9927 / 9900 / 9751 / 800ENSet by user1234N/AClassic Scantronic range widely installed across the UK.
Scantronici-on16 / i-on40 / i-on160Set by user1234N/AModern i-on range. Programming via Eaton ScanConfig software.
RiscoLightSYS Plus / ProSYS PlusSet by user11111234Installer: 1111. Master: 1234. Programming via RISCO Cloud or Installer Suite.
BoschSolution 2000 / 3000Set by user1234N/AEntry-level commercial. Programming via A-Link Plus software or keypad.
BoschSolution 6000-IPSet by userSet at commissioningN/ANo universal default — code must be set during commissioning. Contact: security.systems@bosch.com
HKCSecureWatch / Quantum / OptimaSet by user12348888Installer: 1234. Master: 8888. Cloud connectivity via HKC app.
DSC/TycoPowerSeries Neo (PC1616/32/64)Set by user55551234Installer: 5555. Master: 1234. Programming via DLS-5 software.
Cooper/MenvierTSR40 / TSR80 / TS900Set by user1234N/ALegacy panels. Contact Eaton for support: 0800 915 5556.

Technical Documentation

Panel Guides & Manuals

Direct links to official installation manuals, commissioning guides and user handbooks

🔥 Fire Alarm Panels

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C-TEC XFP User Guide

Official user manual for the XFP addressable panel

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C-TEC XFP Engineering Manual

Full engineering manual — programming & commissioning

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C-TEC CFP Manual Library

All CFP conventional panel instruction manuals

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Advanced MxPro 5 Documentation

Installation, commissioning and user guides

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Protec 6000 Installation Manual

Full guide inc. default access codes (p.33)

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Kentec Taktis Installation Manual

Official installation manual for Taktis addressable panels

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Kentec Sigma XT Manual

Operation & maintenance — suppression panels

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Kentec Full Manual Library

All Kentec manuals: Taktis, Syncro, Sigma CP & more

Kentec manuals ↗
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Notifier UK Documentation

ID50, ID60, ID2000, AFP series guides

notifier.co.uk ↗
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Apollo Detector Guides

XP95, Discovery & Core Protocol installation guides

Apollo products ↗

🔒 Intruder Alarm Panels

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Texecom Premier Elite Docs

Full documentation library for Premier Elite range

Texecom docs ↗
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Pyronix Enforcer Guides

Installation and user guides for Enforcer & Euro ranges

Pyronix downloads ↗
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Galaxy Panel Guides

Installation & programming guides for all Galaxy panels

galaxy.security ↗
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Risco LightSYS / ProSYS

Installation and programming documentation

Risco downloads ↗
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Scantronic i-on / 9927

Eaton Scantronic technical documentation

scantronic.co.uk ↗
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Bosch Solution 6000

Commercial brochure & user guide PDF

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DSC PowerSeries Neo Manual

Programming manual for PC1616/PC1832/PC1864

DSC library ↗
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HKC Technical Support

Documentation & support for SecureWatch, Quantum & Optima

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