Patent ID: 9619993
Date: 2017-04-11
CPC Classifications: G08B,H04W

Claim:
1. A method comprising: providing a control panel of a security system that protects a secured geographic area, the control panel having a user interface outside of the control panel and an access door secured by a lock, the access door being opened to provide access to an electronic controller of the security system for at least troubleshooting or control of the electronic controller; the electronic controller entering a set-up mode in response to detecting entry of a code by an authorized user through the user interface and opening of the access door; the electronic controller wirelessly pairing a portable device carried by the authorized user with the control panel and registering the portable device with the electronic controller while in the set-up mode; the electronic controller exiting the set-up mode and entering a normal operating mode; the electronic controller operating in the normal operating mode and detecting the portable device registered with the electronic controller; and the electronic controller automatically forming a wireless control connection between the portable device and the control panel, wherein the electronic controller enters a log-on mode during set-up in response to connecting to the portable device and allows the authorized user to unlock the access door and enter a password at the electronic controller, thereby enabling service and the control from the portable device.