Additionally, the Installer Code can never be used to disarm a system, unless it was the code used to arm the system in the first place. The Installer Code can also change the Master Code, but it cannot assign any other user codes. This menu allows users to add and program new devices, change system settings, and change delay times. When the Installer Code is entered on a panel, the user will be taken to a different menu than if they enter their Master Code. Meanwhile, the Master Code is used primarily for arming and disarming.
In this mode, various changes to the function of the system can be made. The Installer Code on a panel is used for entering installer programming mode. Master Codes and Installer Codes both have different functions. Select the 2-digit users code to program (the system has space for 32 users, so for user # 2, enter 0, 2). Enter your system’s master code (If you do not know your system’s master code, contact Bulwark) The “Armed” light will illuminate on the keypad, and the “program” or “System Indicator” light will begin to flash. The master code is a four-digit code used to arm and disarm the system, as well as for programming additional access codes and changing other features. A master code is used by the home security alarm installer and each one is usually unique to its installer. If that doesn't work, the next question is: are you capable of completely resetting the panel to default (factory) AND re programming the system as this 'method. If so, then you can reprogram the Master Code by entering.8-Installer's Code-21 XXXX (new Master Code) # If you're not sure, then it's worth taking a shot with the default of 1500. I need to set the clock on my 5501 keypad and it appears that requires the master code. I have a DSC 1832 security system at my home but never got the master code from the installer who I have now lost touch with. The master code allows you to do quite a few things on the alarm system. The master code is the first user code that comes programmed on the panel and it cannot be deleted, but it can and should be changed. The master code is automatically assigned to user number 40.