2GIG GC2 Transceiver 2, for 345MHz Sensors, TS1 and Image Sensor 1 Overview

2GIG wireless transceiver — adds or extends RF paths (345 MHz, 900 MHz ePlus, or 319 MHz regional) so panels can supervise distant or extended-range sensors. On 2GIG systems, wireless devices are supervised zones on...

Overview

2GIG wireless transceiver — adds or extends RF paths (345 MHz, 900 MHz ePlus, or 319 MHz regional) so panels can supervise distant or extended-range sensors.

On 2GIG systems, wireless devices are supervised zones on the panel — tamper, low battery, and missing signals appear as trouble conditions that may block arming depending on panel programming.

At a Glance

SpecificationDetails
RoleRF transceiver for extended sensor coverage
ExamplesXCVR2 (900 MHz), XCVR5e (345/900), DREC2 (319 MHz)
InstallWired to panel; antenna placement critical
Use caseLarge homes, detached structures, ePlus extended range

What This Device Does Well

Provides reliable supervised status at the panel and Alarm.com when installed, enrolled, and range-tested correctly.

Before You Service or Replace One

  • Sensor SKU — standard 345 MHz vs eSeries encrypted vs ePlus 900 MHz.
  • Panel online — resolve panel AC/cell trouble before blaming sensor.
  • Range — repeaters (RPTR1) or transceivers (XCVR2) for distant zones.
  • Battery type — use listed cell; replace all batteries in multi-cell devices.
  • Tamper — cover fully closed before declaring hardware fault.

Official Sources

Use official 2GIG PDFs and install guides for exact wiring, enrollment, and firmware — specifications vary by SKU and region.

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