Keypad 2

Your Keypad 2 lets you arm and disarm your Abode system from anywhere in your home — no phone needed. It adds a built-in motion sensor, backlit buttons for low-light use, and support for up to 40 individual PIN codes, all managed from the Abode app.

This article covers everything you need: unboxing, pairing, mounting, day-to-day use, PIN code management, and troubleshooting.

• 1 × Keypad 2

• 1 × Micro USB charging cable

• 1 × Magnetic mounting plate

• Screws, anchors, and adhesive strips for wall mounting

You'll need:

• An active Abode Hub connected to your home network

• The Abode mobile app (iOS or Android)

• Your Keypad 2 charged for at least 4 hours before first use

Here's a quick overview of every button and port on your Keypad 2.

You can enable or disable settings directly on the Keypad using these button holds:

1. Hold 1 + 3 (3 sec) → Enter or exit pairing mode

2. Hold 4 + 6 (3 sec) → Toggle motion detection on / off

3. Hold 7 + 9 (3 sec) → Toggle button sounds on / off

The Abode logo on the front of your Keypad glows different colors to tell you what's happening with your system at a glance.

You only need to do this once. The process takes about 2 minutes.

1. Open the Abode app and navigate to Add Device.

2. Select Keypad 2 from the device list.

3. Follow the on-screen prompts — the app will guide you through the full pairing process.

4. If the pairing stalls, press and hold the pairing button on the back of the Keypad until the app continues.

Your Keypad 2 can sit flat on any surface or mount to a wall using the included magnetic mount. Wall mounting gives you the best motion detection coverage.

• Mount your Keypad 4.5 feet (approximately 1.4 meters) above the floor for best motion detection coverage

• Position it near an entry point — like a hallway or front door — so it's easy to arm/disarm as you come and go

• The motion sensor has 90° coverage up to 3 meters, so avoid pointing it directly at a window or heat source to reduce false triggers

1. Choose your location and hold the magnetic mounting plate against the wall to mark your screw positions.

2. If mounting on drywall, plaster, or brick, use the included anchors before inserting the screws.

3. Alternatively, use the included adhesive strips — peel, stick, and press firmly for 30 seconds.

4. Clip the Keypad directly onto the magnetic plate. It will snap into place and can be removed and reattached easily.

There are two ways to change your system mode from the Keypad:

Quick-arm (no PIN needed):

• Press AWAY to arm in Away mode

• Press HOME to arm in Home mode

PIN code + mode:

• Enter your PIN, then press AWAY, HOME, or STANDBY

• STANDBY always requires a PIN — you cannot quick-arm to disarm

In an emergency, you can activate alarms directly from the Keypad — no PIN required:

Motion detection is enabled by default. To toggle it:

1. Hold down the 4 and 6 keys simultaneously for 3 seconds.

2. The Keypad will confirm the change with a beep.

3. To reverse the change, repeat the same hold.

To mute or unmute keypress, door-open, and countdown sounds:

1. Hold down the 7 and 9 keys simultaneously for 3 seconds.

2. The Keypad will confirm with a single beep (or go silent if you've just muted it).

3. Repeat to reverse the change.

Quick-arm is enabled by default. To turn it off (so a PIN is always required to arm):

1. Log in to the Abode app.

2. Go to System Settings.

3. Find the Quick-Arm setting and toggle it off. Click Save.

You can add up to 40 unique PIN codes — useful for family members, housesitters, or anyone who needs regular access to your system. All PIN code management is done from the Abode App.

1. Open the Abode app.

2. Navigate to menu, then System Settings.

3. Scroll to the Keypad PIN Codes section.

4. Click Add PIN Code on the right-hand side.

5. Enter a User Name and a User Code, then click Save.

Because your Keypad 2 pairs as an Occupancy Sensor as well as a Keypad, you can use motion detection to trigger smart automations — not just alarms.

For example:

• When motion is detected → turn on a power outlet or smart light

• When motion is detected → send a push notification

• When no motion is detected for 30 minutes → turn off lights

To set up a CUE automation, visit goabode.com/meet-cue for a full walkthrough of the automations builder.

Your Keypad 2 runs on a built-in 3000mAh rechargeable battery that lasts up to 6 months on a single charge under normal use.

• Charge for at least 4 hours before use, using the included Micro USB cable and any 5V USB port

• The green LED will be solid while charging and will turn off when fully charged

• When the battery is low, the Keypad's red LED will blink twice every 60 seconds

• A low battery alert will also appear in the Abode app and on your Hub

A constant orange LED usually means there is an active system fault. While a fault is present, your Keypad works harder and drains faster. Here's what to do:

1. Open the Abode app and check for any active alerts or faults on your dashboard.

2. Resolve the fault — for example, ensure all door and window sensors are properly closed and registered.

3. Once the fault is cleared, the orange light will go off and battery life should return to normal.

A factory reset restarts your Keypad and clears any local settings (such as disabled motion detection). It does not unpair your Keypad from your Hub.

1. Locate the reset button on the back of the Keypad, in the bottom left corner.

2. Use a paperclip or similar tool to press and hold the button for 10 seconds.

3. Release. Your Keypad will restart automatically.

This usually means there's a system fault preventing arming — for example, a door sensor showing as open when it isn't.

1. Open the Abode app to see if any device is showing a fault.

2. Resolve the fault (e.g. close the door properly or check the sensor alignment).

3. Alternatively, re-enter your PIN and press your desired mode to force-arm and override the fault.

1. Confirm your Keypad has sufficient charge — connect it to power and wait 10 minutes.

2. Move your Keypad closer to the Hub during pairing, then reposition after setup.

3. Try a factory reset (see above), then attempt pairing again from the Abode app.

1. Check that motion detection hasn't been disabled — hold 4 + 6 for 3 seconds to re-enable.

2. Confirm the Occupancy Sensor is visible as a device in your Abode app.

3. Make sure the Keypad is mounted at approximately 4.5 feet with a clear line of sight.

After 5 failed PIN attempts within 10 minutes, the Keypad disables for 5 minutes. This is a security feature. Simply wait 5 minutes and try again with the correct PIN.