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Paradox Evo 848 Programming

Older Evo model programming


Basic Programming

Location 521 (Dialer options)

  • LED 3, 4, 5, 6 must be ON
  • All others OFF

Location 550 (Format Contact ID)

  • Enter 5555

Location 551

  • Enter [4-digit account code]

Location 561

  • Enter [Phone number]

Important Notes

After Programming:

  • Always REBOOT the panel after completing programming

Account Code Rules:

  • NEVER use account codes starting with "0" (e.g., 0001)
  • Use 1001 instead
  • Can use hex A: 1AA1 (press "stay" button for hex A)

Troubleshooting

  1. Panel not communicating after programming

    • Reboot is mandatory
    • Check all LEDs in location 521
  2. Account code issues

    • Avoid leading zeros
    • Try hex characters if numeric codes fail