Page 2 - SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY NOTICE; About This Manual
– 2 – IMPORTANT! PROPER INTRUSION PROTECTION For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every possible point of entry to a home or commercial premises. This would include any skylights that may be present, and the upper windows in a multi-level building. In addition, we recommend th...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
– 3 – Table of Contents System Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 5 Introduction .................................................................................................................
Page 5 - System Overview; Introduction; System Basics
– 5 – System Overview Introduction Congratulations on your ownership of a Honeywell Security System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today. This system provides: • Three forms of protection: burglary, fire* and emergency • At...
Page 7 - Using the Voice Message Center (if Voice Keypad is installed); Message Center Functions
– 7 – System Overview (cont’d) Function Keys • The “A,” “B,” “C,” and “D” keys can be programmed to perform various functions. • Functions include: activate a panic alarm, arm the system, provide step arming, switch lights on/off, send a message to a pager, display Time/Date, and start a programmed ...
Page 8 - About The Keypads; General Information
– 8 – About The Keypads General Information Your keypads allow you to control all system functions and feature the following: • A telephone style (digital) keypad • Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) that show the nature and location of all occurrences • Built-in sounder that sounds during alarms and tro...
Page 10 - FIXED-WORD DISPLAY KEYPAD; AWAY; STAY; FIRE
– 10 – About The Keypads (Cont’d) FIXED-WORD DISPLAY KEYPAD AWAY: All burglary zones, interior and perimeter, are armed. STAY: Perimeter burglary zones, such as protected windows and doors, are armed. NIGHT-STAY: NIGHT and STAY indicators both light when perimeter burglary zones plus pre-selected in...
Page 11 - Functions of the Keypads; • If you make a mistake while entering a security code, stop, press the [
– 11 – Functions of the Keypads 1 OFF 4 MAX 7 INSTANT READY 2 AWAY 5 TEST 8 CODE 0 3 STAY 6 BYPASS 9 CHIME # ARMED READY 6160V-00-007-V0 MESSAGE MIC RECORD VOLUME PLAY STATUS VOICE FUNCTION 12 11 10 8 7 9 13 2 3 4 6 5 1 18 17 16 15 14 20 19 Voice-capable 2-line Alpha keypad (shown with flip-down fro...
Page 12 - DISPLAY WINDOW
– 12 – Functions of the Keypads (cont’d) NOTE: The functions printed directly on the keys indicate their primary purpose; the functions printed under some of the keys (shown in brackets under the respective key), indicate their alternate or secondary purpose. 1. DISPLAY WINDOW Alpha Display Keypads:...
Page 13 - FUNCTION; STATUS
– 13 – Functions of the Keypads (cont’d) 11. # This key can be used for "Quick Arming" of the system without use of a security code (if programmed). [ FUNCTION ] On Voice keypads, enables the desired voice or volume function. 12. 0 [ VOICE ] On Voice keypads, enables the RECORD, VOLUME and P...
Page 14 - Entry Delay; Exit Delay
– 14 – Entry/Exit Delays Entry Delay Entry Delays give you time to disarm the system when you re-enter through the designated entrance door. There are two entry delays (if programmed). The first is for your primary entrance and the second can be used for a secondary entrance, where a longer delay is...
Page 15 - Exit Alarms
– 15 – Entry/Exit Delays (cont’d) Exit Alarms Exit Error Conditions Whenever you arm the system, the exit delay begins. If an entry/exit door or interior zone is faulted before exit delay expires and remains faulted (e.g., exit door left open), the system sounds an alarm and starts the entry delay t...
Page 16 - Checking For Open Zones; ] Key to Display and Announce System Status; FOR FAULTS; To turn the Voice Status feature on/off:
– 16 – Checking For Open Zones Using the [ ∗∗∗∗ ] Key to Display and Announce System Status B efore arming your system, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed; otherwise the keypad will display a "Not Ready" message. Use the READY key to display al...
Page 17 - Arming the System; STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay On; INSTANT Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay Off
– 17 – Arming the System STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay On • Used when you want to arm the system with persons staying inside (or if you have pets that are moving throughout the premises). • The perimeter sensors are armed, but interior sensors are left disarmed. • Exit delay begins (yo...
Page 18 - Arming Commands; Mode
– 18 – Arming the System (cont’d) Arming Commands Before arming, close all perimeter doors and windows and make sure the Ready to Arm message is displayed. Mode Press these keys… Keypad Confirms By… STAY security code + 3 STAY • three beeps † • armed STAY message displayed • red ARMED indicator ligh...
Page 19 - Single Button Arming; Single Button “Step” Arming; Key
– 19 – Arming the System (cont’d) Single Button Arming The “A”, “B”, “C”, and/or “D” keys on your keypad may have been programmed for single-button arming. Note that while it is not necessary to use a security code for arming (by using the Quick Arm method described previously), a security code must...
Page 20 - Keyswitch; Using the Keyswitch; system armed STAY and exit delay has expired; To arm in the AWAY mode:
– 20 – (if programmed) Keyswitch Using the Keyswitch Your system may be equipped with a keyswitch for use when arming and disarming. Red and green lights on the keyswitch plate indicate the status of your system as follows: Green Light: Lights when the system is disarmed and ready to be armed (no op...
Page 21 - Disarming and Silencing Alarms; DISARMED; To Silence a Burglary Alarm and Clear a Memory of Alarm; security code and press the OFF key to silence the alarm (or
– 21 – Disarming and Silencing Alarms Using the [OFF] key The OFF key is used to disarm the system, silence alarm and trouble sounds, and clear alarm memories. IMPORTANT: If you return and the main burglary sounder is on, DO NOT ENTER, but CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location. If you retur...
Page 22 - Bypassing Protection Zones; Using the BYPASS Key; Use t
– 22 – Bypassing Protection Zones Using the BYPASS Key Use t his key when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. The system must be disarmed first. Vent Zones: Your system may have certain windows set as “vent” zones, which are automatically bypassed if left op...
Page 23 - Quick Bypass; DISARMED BYPASS
– 23 – Bypassing Protection Zones (cont’d) Quick Bypass If programmed, "Quick Bypass" allows you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. This feature is useful if, for example, you routinely leave certain windows open when arming at night....
Page 24 - Chime Mode; Using the Chime Mode; Pressing the READY key will display the open protection points.; To turn Chime Mode on:; DISARMED CHIME; To turn Chime Mode off:; Using the Voice Chime; To turn Voice Chime Mode on or off:
– 24 – Chime Mode Using the Chime Mode CHIME mode alerts you to the opening of a perimeter door or window while the system is disarmed. When Chime mode is activated: • Three tones sound at the keypad whenever a perimeter door or window is opened. • Interior zones do not produce a tone when they are ...
Page 25 - Date and Time; Viewing the Current Date and Time; Setting the Date and Time
– 25 – Date and Time Viewing the Current Date and Time The master users can view the system time and date setting on an alpha keypad. Other users can view the date/time if a function key has been programmed to do so. + [#] + [6] [3] (Master Code) OR, Press the function key (A, B, C, or D) for viewin...
Page 26 - Panic Keys; Using Panic Keys; This Function
– 26 – Panic Keys Using Panic Keys Your system may have been programmed to use special keys to manually activate emergency (panic) functions as follows: This Function Sends This Signal* With This Sounding… Silent Alarm silent alarm no audible alarm; displays, “Press [ ∗ ] to show faults,” indicating...
Page 27 - Macro Key Programming & Usage; About Macro Keys
– 27 – Macro Key Programming & Usage About Macro Keys The “A”, “B”, “C” or “D” keys can be used to automatically activate a series of commands of up to 16 keystrokes, if programmed for this function. These keystrokes, as a group, are called “macros” and are stored in the system's memory. • Typic...
Page 28 - Example of Macro Programming; Function; Using a Programmed Macro Key; Press the Macro key programmed for the desired; ENTER USER CODE
– 28 – Macro Key Programming & Usage (cont’d) The keypad beeps to acknowledge your input and displays the command you entered (followed by “F”). 4. Enter the next command, followed by press/holding the “D” key for at least two seconds. The keypad beeps and displays the keystrokes entered so far....
Page 29 - Using Device Commands; About Device Commands
– 29 – Using Device Commands About Device Commands Your system may be set up so that it can control certain lights or other devices. • Some devices may be automatically turned on or off by the system. • You may be able to override automatically controlled devices using the commands described below. ...
Page 30 - Paging Feature; About Automatic Paging; AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA – BBB – CCCC
– 30 – Paging Feature About Automatic Paging Your system may be set up to automatically send messages to several pagers (4 pagers for VISTA-20P Series, 2 pagers for VISTA-15P Series) as certain conditions occur in your system. • The following events can be programmed by your installer to be sent to ...
Page 31 - About Manual Paging; Latch Key Paging
– 31 – Paging Feature (cont’d) About Manual Paging Your system may be set up so you can manually send a message to up to four (VISTA-20P Series) or two (VISTA-15P Series) pagers. • Your installer programs the paging function key and the pager phone numbers. • Pressing the paging keys sends the messa...
Page 32 - Security Codes & Authority Levels; About Security Codes; Authority Level Definitions
– 32 – Security Codes & Authority Levels About Security Codes Your installer assigned a master code that is used to perform all system functions. In addition, other security codes can be assigned for use by other users (VISTA-20P Series provides 47 additional codes; VISTA-15P Series provides 31 ...
Page 33 - How to Assign Security Codes and User Attributes; user attributes and to keep a record of user programming.; Delete Security Code:
– 33 – Security Codes & Authority Levels (cont’d) How to Assign Security Codes and User Attributes The following lists the various command strings for adding security codes and attributes. Refer to the User Setup chart at the back of this manual for factory defaults of user attributes and to kee...
Page 34 - Accessing Other Partitions; About Accessing Partitions
– 34 – Accessing Other Partitions (VISTA-20P) About Accessing Partitions (GOTO Command and Multi-Partition Arming) Each keypad is assigned a default partition for display purposes, and will show only that partition's information. • If the user is authorized, a keypad in one partition can be used to ...
Page 36 - The common zone will sound and report alarms only when both
– 36 – Accessing Other Partitions (cont’d) Common Zone Operation (VISTA-20P) Ask your installer if a "common zone" was assigned. If so, check this box Your system may have been set up to use a common zone, which is an area shared by users of both partitions, such as a foyer or lobby. If so, ...
Page 37 - Scheduling; About Scheduling; QUIT
– 37 – Scheduling About Scheduling The system provides end-user schedules (programmable by master/installer only), which can control various types of events. • Each schedule causes a defined event to start and stop (when appropriate) at a specified time. • Schedules can be set to automatically repea...
Page 38 - START SMTWTFS
– 38 – Scheduling (cont’d ) 5. For event number “02,” enter the access group number. Otherwise, this prompt is skipped. Press [ ∗ ] to continue to the “Start” prompt below. GROUP NUMBER X 6. For event numbers “03-07,” enter the partition number to be armed or disarmed. 0 = arm all; 1 = partition 1; ...
Page 39 - Event Logging Procedures; About Event Logging; Understanding the Type of Event Displayed
– 39 – Event Logging Procedures About Event Logging The system records various events in a history log, which can be viewed by the master user on an Alpha Display keypad. • The Event Log holds up to 100 (VISTA-20P Series) or 50 (VISTA-15P Series) events. • Events are displayed in chronological order...
Page 41 - Testing the System; About Testing the System; Disarm the system and close all protected windows,; WALK; TEST IN PROGRESS
– 41 – Testing the System About Testing the System Using the Test mode allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. Testing should be conducted weekly to ensure proper operation. • The keypad sounds a single beep about every 30 seconds as a reminder that the system is in the Test...
Page 42 - Trouble Conditions; he word CHECK on the keypad's display, accompanied by a
– 42 – Trouble Conditions "Check" and "Battery" Displays T he word CHECK on the keypad's display, accompanied by a "beeping" at the keypad, indicates a trouble condition in the system. To silence the beeping for these conditions, press any key. 1. A display of "CHECK"...
Page 43 - Other Trouble; SYSTEM LO BAT
– 43 – Trouble Conditions (cont’d) Words or letters in parentheses ( ) are those that are displayed on Fixed-Word Display keypads. Other Trouble Displays * Any “beeping” that accompanies a trouble display can be stopped by depressing any key on the keypad or by entering an OFF sequence (code + OFF) ...
Page 44 - Total Power Failure; In The Event Of Telephone Operational Problems
– 44 – Trouble Conditions (cont’d) Other Trouble Displays (Continued ) AC LOSS The system is operating on battery power (or NO AC) only due to an AC power failure. If only some lights are out on the premises, check circuit breakers and fuses and reset or replace as necessary. If AC power cannot be r...
Page 45 - Maintaining Your System; • Keep dust from accumulating on the keypad and all protective; • The keypad and sensors should be cleaned carefully with a dry soft
– 45 – Maintaining Your System Taking Care of Your System The components of your security system are designed to be as maintenance-free as possible. However, to make sure that your system is in reliable working condition, do the following: 1. Test your system weekly . 2. Test your system after any a...
Page 46 - Fire Alarm System; THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS; F I R E 0 1 M A S T E R; You can silence the alarm at any time by pressing the OFF key
– 46 – Fire Alarm System THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS General Your fire alarm system (if installed) is on 24 hours a day, for continuous protection. In the event of an emergency, the strategically located smoke and heat detectors will sound their alarms and automatically send sig...
Page 47 - O R K e y P a i r s; F I R E 9 5
– 47 – Fire Alarm System (cont’d) THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS Manually Initiating a Fire Alarm 1. Should you become aware of a fire emergency before your smoke or heat detectors sense the problem, go to your nearest keypad and manually initiate an alarm by pressing the panic key...
Page 49 - Emergency Evacuation
– 49 – Fire Alarm System (cont’d) THIS SECTION APPLIES ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS Emergency Evacuation • FRONT • BACK • BA TH BEDR OOM KITCHEN BACK DOOR 1 FLOOR ST BEDR OOM 2 FLOOR ND BA TH BEDR OOM PORCH CLOSET BEDR OOM BEDR OOM Establish and regularly practice a plan of escape in the event of fir...
Page 50 - Quick Guide to Basic System Functions
– 50 – Quick Guide to Basic System Functions FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Check Zones Press READY key. View faulted zones when system not ready. Arm System Enter code. Press arming key desired: (AWAY, STAY, NIGHT-STAY, MAXIMUM, INSTANT) Arms system in mode selected. Quick Arm (if programmed) Press #....
Page 51 - Summary of Audible/Visual Notifications; Fixed-Word Display Keypads; SOUND CAUSE
– 51 – Summary of Audible/Visual Notifications Fixed-Word Display Keypads SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, INTERRUPTED* Keypad & Ext. FIRE ALARM FIRE is displayed; zone number of zone in alarm is displayed. If a fire alarm is manually activated, zone number 95 will be displayed. LOUD, CONTINUOUS* Keypa...
Page 52 - Summary of A/V Notifications; Alpha Display Keypads
– 52 – Summary of A/V Notifications (cont’d) Alpha Display Keypads SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, INTERRUPTED* Keypad & Ext. FIRE ALARM. FIRE is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is displayed. If a fire alarm is manually activated, zone number 95 will be displayed. LOUD, CONTINUOUS* Keypad &...
Page 53 - Regulatory Statements and Warnings; TELEPHONE/MODEM INTERFACE; Industry Canada
– 53 – Regulatory Statements and Warnings “FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT” This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The FCC requires the following statement for your information: This equipment generates and uses radio frequ...
Page 54 - Regulatory Statements; Ringer Equivalence Number Notice:
– 54 – Regulatory Statements (cont’d) Industry Canada (continued) Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together, This precaution may be particularly...
Page 55 - System Features Log; Features
– 55 – System Features Log Features Comments Exit Delay Part. 1: Part. 2 * : Entry Delay 1 Part. 1: Part. 2 * : Entry Delay 2 Part. 1: Part. 2 * : NIGHT-STAY Zones Zones: Quick Arm yes no Quick Bypass yes no Automatic Paging yes no users: Keyswitch Arming (circle type of LED lighting) Arm AWAY: stea...
Page 56 - User Setup
– 56 – System Features Log (cont’d) User Setup The following chart will help keep track of system users. Copies should be distributed to the partition † 1 and partition † 2 (if applicable) masters for their records. To program a user attribute: Enter system/partition* master code + [8] + user no. + ...
Page 57 - Paging Setup
– 57 – System Features Log (cont’d ) User Setup (cont’d) Enter system/partition master code + [8] + user no. + “#” command listed in column heading. User No. * User Name User’s Part(s). (system master only) [#] [3] + part(s) + [#] Security Code enter new code Auth. Level [#] [1] + level Access Group...
Page 58 - List of Output Devices
– 58 – System Features Log (cont’d ) Schedules*: master code + [#] + [6] [4] No. Event Device No. Group No. Partition ** Start Stop Repeat Random (see list below) for “01” events: for “02” events: for “04-06” events: Time/ Time/ (1-4) (yes/no) (see device list below) enter 1-8 enter 1, 2, or 3 Day D...
Page 59 - OWNER’S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST
– 59 – OWNER’S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST This form should be completed and forwarded to your homeowner’s insurance carrier for possible premium credit. A. GENERAL INFORMATION: Insured’s Name and Address: Insurance Company: Policy No.: VISTA-20P / VISTA-15P Other ______________________________...
Page 63 - LIMITATIONS OF THIS SYSTEM; WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM
– 63 – LIMITATIONS OF THIS SYSTEM WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or other emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failu...
Page 64 - ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Honeywell International Inc., acting through its Security & Custom Electronics business ("Seller"), 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747, warrants its security equipment (the "product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one...
