Smart Shield Systems
Smart Thermostat (ADC-T25)
The Alarm.com ADC-T25 is a sleek, Z-Wave Plus smart thermostat with a capacitive-touch/OLED display, designed for fast installs and smart energy savings. It can run on 24 VAC or batteries (no C-wire required), auto-detects wiring and auto-configures, and plugs into the Alarm.com platform for remote control, scenes, energy-saving schedules, and Pro HVAC Monitoring.
Why Choose This with Smart Shield Systems
- No-C-wire? No problem. We wire the T25 for battery operation when a common wire isn’t available, then complete auto-configuration and testing.
- HVAC done right: We configure the Z-terminal for what your system needs—2nd-stage heat/cool (W2/Y2), O/B, zoning, humidifier, dehumidifier, or ventilation (HRV/ERV/external baffle)—and verify operation.
- Smart automations: We build Alarm.com scenes & schedules and enable Pro HVAC Monitoring so you get health reports and proactive service options.
- Secure Z-Wave setup: We join with SmartStart + S2 (with Long Range) for reliable performance on large properties.
Key Features
- Capacitive-touch / OLED interface for quick setup and everyday control.
- HVAC Wire Detection & Auto-Configuration shortens install time.
- Runs on 24 VAC or 4×AA batteries—no C-wire required.
- Z-Wave SmartStart, S2, and Long Range; full Alarm.com integration (scenes, energy schedules, Pro HVAC Monitoring).
- Humidity & ventilation control; works with Alarm.com Temperature Sensor accessories.
Product Specifications (At-a-Glance)
- Model: ADC-T25 (Alarm.com Smart Thermostat)
- Power: 24 VAC or 4× AA batteries (long battery life; no C-wire required)
- Display: Capacitive-touch / OLED
- Communications: Z-Wave (SmartStart, S2, Long Range)
- Dimensions: 4.7 × 4.7 × 1 in (12 × 12 × 2.6 cm)
- Operating temp: 41–95 °F (5–35 °C)
- Compatible systems: Near-universal 24 VAC—forced air, heat pump (O or B), dual fuel, radiant; up to 3 heat / 2 cool; humidifier, dehumidifier, ventilation (HRV/ERV/external baffle) via Z-terminal.
- Platform features: Alarm.com Scenes, Energy-Saving Schedules, Pro HVAC Monitoring.
Compatibility Notes
- Works with most 24 VAC HVAC systems and integrates with Alarm.com for app control and automations. Supports Z-Wave Long Range for bigger homes.
- Accessory support: compatible with Alarm.com Temperature Sensors for better room-by-room comfort.
Popular Use Cases
- No-C-wire retrofits in older homes (battery operation)
- Dual-fuel & multi-stage systems needing Z-terminal flexibility (W2/Y2/O/B)
- Humidity/ventilation control with HRV/ERV integration
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It can run on 4× AA batteries when a C-wire isn’t present, and it auto-detects wiring during setup.
Nearly all 24 VAC systems: forced air, heat pumps (O or B), dual fuel, and radiant, with up to 3H/2C staging plus humidifier/dehumidifier/ventilation options via the Z-terminal.
Yes—Z-Wave SmartStart for easy joins, S2 security, and Z-Wave Long Range support for extended coverage.
Yes—Alarm.com Scenes & Energy-Saving Schedules plus Pro HVAC Monitoring (opt-in) provide automation and system-health insights with reports and service notifications.
Yes—the T25 is compatible with Alarm.com Temperature Sensors to fine-tune comfort.
Additional Resources
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Smart Shield Systems will install and configure your ADC-T25, set up scenes/schedules, and tune humidity or ventilation—so your home stays comfortable and efficient, automatically.