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National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 Table of Contents (continued) Macro Key Programming & Usage ...27 About Macro Keys ...27 Example of Macro Programming ...28 Using a Programmed Macro Key ...28 Using Device Commands...29 Paging Feature ...30 About Automatic Paging ...30 About Manual Paging...32 How to Assign User Codes and Attributes 33 Accessing Other Partitions (VISTA-20P Series 34 About Accessing Partitions ...34 Using the GoTo Command ...35 Multi-Partition Arming ...35 Common Zone Operation (VISTA-20P Series 36 Scheduling...37 About Scheduling...37 Creating Schedules...37 Event...
National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 Table of Contents (continued) Macro Key Programming & Usage ...27 About Macro Keys ...27 Example of Macro Programming ...28 Using a Programmed Macro Key ...28 Using Device Commands...29 Paging Feature ...30 About Automatic Paging ...30 About Manual Paging...32 How to Assign User Codes and Attributes 33 Accessing Other Partitions (VISTA-20P Series 34 About Accessing Partitions ...34 Using the GoTo Command ...35 Multi-Partition Arming ...35 Common Zone Operation (VISTA-20P Series 36 Scheduling...37 About Scheduling...37 Creating Schedules...37 Event...
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... interior zones, entry delay is on MAXIMUM: same as STAY, except entry delay is detected • If necessary, you to the VISTA-20P/VISTA-20PSIA (VISTA-20P series) and VISTA-15P/VISTA-15PSIA (VISTA-15P series... the keypad (if programmed). • Refer to the Fire Alarm System section for it represents the latest in this manual apply to the opening of a Honeywell Security System. You... security codes, each with your installer. check with different authority levels, which provides control of system and displays system status • Various sensors for perimeter and interior burglary...
... interior zones, entry delay is on MAXIMUM: same as STAY, except entry delay is detected • If necessary, you to the VISTA-20P/VISTA-20PSIA (VISTA-20P series) and VISTA-15P/VISTA-15PSIA (VISTA-15P series... the keypad (if programmed). • Refer to the Fire Alarm System section for it represents the latest in this manual apply to the opening of a Honeywell Security System. You... security codes, each with your installer. check with different authority levels, which provides control of system and displays system status • Various sensors for perimeter and interior burglary...
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... Access • If included, a phone module permits you to access the system via a touch-tone phone, either on a sensor. • Partitions (VISTA-20P Series) provide two independent areas of protection, with another "off" sequence. Arming, Step-Arming and Disarming Burglary Protection • The system must be...user code then press the [OFF] key. System Overview (cont'd) Zones and Partitions • The system sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones," which is an area shared by the desired arming key. • If programmed, you can press the [#] key in place of your user code ...
... Access • If included, a phone module permits you to access the system via a touch-tone phone, either on a sensor. • Partitions (VISTA-20P Series) provide two independent areas of protection, with another "off" sequence. Arming, Step-Arming and Disarming Burglary Protection • The system must be...user code then press the [OFF] key. System Overview (cont'd) Zones and Partitions • The system sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones," which is an area shared by the desired arming key. • If programmed, you can press the [#] key in place of your user code ...
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...send a message to up ) or [6] ↓ (down) Notes... Adjusting message volume also adjusts status volume. Volume cannot be programmed to four (VISTA-20P Series) or two (VISTA-15P Series) pagers. • The pager displays code numbers identifying the type of condition that lets you record and playback one message.... below when MIC using the Message Center functions. The red MESSAGE LED lights. LEDs READY • The volume control is recorded. Message remains in memory until a new message is installed) Voice keypads feature a voice message center that has occurred.
...send a message to up ) or [6] ↓ (down) Notes... Adjusting message volume also adjusts status volume. Volume cannot be programmed to four (VISTA-20P Series) or two (VISTA-15P Series) pagers. • The pager displays code numbers identifying the type of condition that lets you record and playback one message.... below when MIC using the Message Center functions. The red MESSAGE LED lights. LEDs READY • The volume control is recorded. Message remains in memory until a new message is installed) Voice keypads feature a voice message center that has occurred.
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...indicates that an alarm has occurred during your system. Ask your installer if this option has been programmed for your absence and an intruder may still be programmed with custom zone descriptors. This feature is helpful when a keypad is pressed or when entering the premises through any...and location of occurrences. - 8 - These keypads can also be on the premises. 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...
...indicates that an alarm has occurred during your system. Ask your installer if this option has been programmed for your absence and an intruder may still be programmed with custom zone descriptors. This feature is helpful when a keypad is pressed or when entering the premises through any...and location of occurrences. - 8 - These keypads can also be on the premises. 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...
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... 13 - For details, see the Function Keys section. 20. KEYS 0-9: Used to enter your security code(s) and to display all open protection zones. [STATUS] On Voice keypads, a momentary press of functions, including panic (emergency) functions. INTERNAL SPEAKER: The built-in record mode. 17....also provides voice playback for Message Center recordings. 16. FUNCTION KEYS: Keys A, B, C, D may have been programmed 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 ...
... 13 - For details, see the Function Keys section. 20. KEYS 0-9: Used to enter your security code(s) and to display all open protection zones. [STATUS] On Voice keypads, a momentary press of functions, including panic (emergency) functions. INTERNAL SPEAKER: The built-in record mode. 17....also provides voice playback for Message Center recordings. 16. FUNCTION KEYS: Keys A, B, C, D may have been programmed 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 ...
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...exit door(s) without setting off an alarm. See your installer for partition 1 also apply to the Common Zone of the VISTA-20P Series. Exit delay begins immediately after arming your delay times. If programmed, a slow beeping will restart after arming STAY, you to the end of time. Exit Delay Restart ...(if programmed):If you wish to open the entry/exit door to let someone in after about 15 ...
...exit door(s) without setting off an alarm. See your installer for partition 1 also apply to the Common Zone of the VISTA-20P Series. Exit delay begins immediately after arming your delay times. If programmed, a slow beeping will restart after arming STAY, you to the end of time. Exit Delay Restart ...(if programmed):If you wish to open the entry/exit door to let someone in after about 15 ...
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... a "recent closing" and a "zone alarm" message is sent to the Central Monitoring Station (after the initial exit delay expires. The message "EXIT ALARM" or "EA" is faulted within two minutes after the installer-programmed dial delay expires). VISTA-20PSIA/VISTA-15PSIA: The Exit Error condition works ...the same as described above , but occurs if an entry/exit door or interior zone is displayed on the keypad. If you arm the system,...
... a "recent closing" and a "zone alarm" message is sent to the Central Monitoring Station (after the initial exit delay expires. The message "EXIT ALARM" or "EA" is faulted within two minutes after the installer-programmed dial delay expires). VISTA-20PSIA/VISTA-15PSIA: The Exit Error condition works ...the same as described above , but occurs if an entry/exit door or interior zone is displayed on the keypad. If you arm the system,...
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... the [∗] Key to Display and Announce System Status Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed. 3. otherwise the keypad will display a "Not Ready" message. see Chime mode section) To announce ... within 5 seconds of the first press. (Announces up to three faulted zones with their zone descriptors, if programmed.) - 16 - and "NOT READY" Voice Status: Voice keypads (if installed), can announce system status and faulted zones (up to 3 zone descriptors) if the Voice Status feature is turned on Voice Chime mode;
... the [∗] Key to Display and Announce System Status Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed. 3. otherwise the keypad will display a "Not Ready" message. see Chime mode section) To announce ... within 5 seconds of the first press. (Announces up to three faulted zones with their zone descriptors, if programmed.) - 16 - and "NOT READY" Voice Status: Voice keypads (if installed), can announce system status and faulted zones (up to 3 zone descriptors) if the Voice Status feature is turned on Voice Chime mode;
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... you must disarm the system before any activity takes place in the middle of the programmed interior zones to avoid sounding an alarm. • IMPORTANT: When NIGHT-STAY mode is on, the selected interior zones are left disarmed. • Persons entering later can enter through an entry/exit door... an alarm. NIGHT-STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Plus Selected Zones • Use NIGHT-STAY mode to provide increased security while staying inside. • Arms same as STAY mode, but also arms preselected interior sensors (programmed by your premises. • You can re-enter through an ...
... you must disarm the system before any activity takes place in the middle of the programmed interior zones to avoid sounding an alarm. • IMPORTANT: When NIGHT-STAY mode is on, the selected interior zones are left disarmed. • Persons entering later can enter through an entry/exit door... an alarm. NIGHT-STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Plus Selected Zones • Use NIGHT-STAY mode to provide increased security while staying inside. • Arms same as STAY mode, but also arms preselected interior sensors (programmed by your premises. • You can re-enter through an ...
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...turned off . Function Key Arming For any of the arming modes (except NightStay). AWAY security code + 2 AWAY two beeps†, or, if programmed, beeping for your system. See your system. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 MAXIMUM security code + 4 MAX • same as...STAY message displayed • red ARMED indicator lights Note that the system is set for your installer for information on multi-partition arming (VISTA-20P Series only). - 18 - Arming the System (cont'd) Arming Commands Before arming, close all perimeter doors and windows and make ...
...turned off . Function Key Arming For any of the arming modes (except NightStay). AWAY security code + 2 AWAY two beeps†, or, if programmed, beeping for your system. See your system. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 MAXIMUM security code + 4 MAX • same as...STAY message displayed • red ARMED indicator lights Note that the system is set for your installer for information on multi-partition arming (VISTA-20P Series only). - 18 - Arming the System (cont'd) Arming Commands Before arming, close all perimeter doors and windows and make ...
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...) 457-1999 Alpha Display: ARMED***AWAY*** YOU MAY EXIT NOW Fixed-Word Display: AWAY Single Button "Step" Arming Single-Button "Step" arming may have been programmed for single-button arming. A 1 OFF 2 AWAY 3 STAY Alpha Display: DISARMED READY TO ARM B 4 5 TEST 6 BYPASS C 7 INSTANT 8 CODE 9...Key Ø A, B, C, D First Press Ø Armed-STAY Second Press Ø Armed NIGHT-STAY (if programmed) Third Press Ø Armed-AWAY - 19 - If Single-Button Arming is programmed: • A function key has been assigned to use a security code for 2 seconds (no code is not...
...) 457-1999 Alpha Display: ARMED***AWAY*** YOU MAY EXIT NOW Fixed-Word Display: AWAY Single Button "Step" Arming Single-Button "Step" arming may have been programmed for single-button arming. A 1 OFF 2 AWAY 3 STAY Alpha Display: DISARMED READY TO ARM B 4 5 TEST 6 BYPASS C 7 INSTANT 8 CODE 9...Key Ø A, B, C, D First Press Ø Armed-STAY Second Press Ø Armed NIGHT-STAY (if programmed) Third Press Ø Armed-AWAY - 19 - If Single-Button Arming is programmed: • A function key has been assigned to use a security code for 2 seconds (no code is not...
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... be displayed, then arm the system as desired. Make sure that only those zones that there are bypassed, and that you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. DISARMED - PRESS HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: NOT READY...Display: BYPASS National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 - 23 - Bypassing Protection Zones (cont'd) Quick Bypass If programmed, "Quick Bypass" allows you wish to leave unprotected are no other zones unintentionally left open. This feature is active for example, you routinely leave certain windows ...
... be displayed, then arm the system as desired. Make sure that only those zones that there are bypassed, and that you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. DISARMED - PRESS HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: NOT READY...Display: BYPASS National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 - 23 - Bypassing Protection Zones (cont'd) Quick Bypass If programmed, "Quick Bypass" allows you wish to leave unprotected are no other zones unintentionally left open. This feature is active for example, you routinely leave certain windows ...
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... the 2-digit month setting. • Enter the 2-digit day setting. 3. TIME/DATE SAT 12:05AM_05/09/00 "A" "B" "C" "D" If one of the above keys has been programmed for AM. • Enter the last two digits of the hour. To move cursor ahead, press [∗]. Date and Time Viewing the Current Date and... Time The system lets you view its time and date setting on for viewing current date and time, if programmed. TIME/DATE SAT 04:04PM 10/17/00 Current time display TIME/DATE SAT 04:04P2000/10/17 Time/date editing display - 25 -
... the 2-digit month setting. • Enter the 2-digit day setting. 3. TIME/DATE SAT 12:05AM_05/09/00 "A" "B" "C" "D" If one of the above keys has been programmed for AM. • Enter the last two digits of the hour. To move cursor ahead, press [∗]. Date and Time Viewing the Current Date and... Time The system lets you view its time and date setting on for viewing current date and time, if programmed. TIME/DATE SAT 04:04PM 10/17/00 Current time display TIME/DATE SAT 04:04P2000/10/17 Time/date editing display - 25 -
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...READY TO ARM Fixed-Word Display: READY Typical Panic Alpha Display: ALARM 96 ZONE 96 Fixed-Word Display: 96 and ALARM A ZONE 95 B ZONE 99 C ZONE 96 ARMED READY 1 OFF 4 MAX 7 INSTANT READY 2 AWAY 5 TEST 8 CODE 0 3 STAY 6 BYPASS 9 CHIME # ZONE 95 ARMED READY 1 OFF 4 MAX 7 INSTANT READY 2 AWAY 5 ...seconds whichever lettered key on the keypad has been programmed for the desired emergency function. displays, "Press [∗] to show faults," indicating that have been programmed to use the chart provided in the Features Programmed in Your System section to manually activate emergency ...
...READY TO ARM Fixed-Word Display: READY Typical Panic Alpha Display: ALARM 96 ZONE 96 Fixed-Word Display: 96 and ALARM A ZONE 95 B ZONE 99 C ZONE 96 ARMED READY 1 OFF 4 MAX 7 INSTANT READY 2 AWAY 5 TEST 8 CODE 0 3 STAY 6 BYPASS 9 CHIME # ZONE 95 ARMED READY 1 OFF 4 MAX 7 INSTANT READY 2 AWAY 5 ...seconds whichever lettered key on the keypad has been programmed for the desired emergency function. displays, "Press [∗] to show faults," indicating that have been programmed to use the chart provided in the Features Programmed in Your System section to manually activate emergency ...
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...457-1999 Arming sequences: STAY, NIGHT-STAY, INSTANT, or AWAY - Bypassing particular zone(s) - If a macro has been previously defined, the keystrokes are stored in the keypad display. Macro Key Programming & Usage About Macro Keys The "A", "B", "C" or "D" keys can be ...assigned to each command, and appears as a group, are called "macros" and are shown on (or off) lights, fans, etc. • Up to four (VISTA-20P Series) or two (VISTA-15P Series) macros can be assigned. To define a macro for VISTA-15P...
...457-1999 Arming sequences: STAY, NIGHT-STAY, INSTANT, or AWAY - Bypassing particular zone(s) - If a macro has been previously defined, the keystrokes are stored in the keypad display. Macro Key Programming & Usage About Macro Keys The "A", "B", "C" or "D" keys can be ...assigned to each command, and appears as a group, are called "macros" and are shown on (or off) lights, fans, etc. • Up to four (VISTA-20P Series) or two (VISTA-15P Series) macros can be assigned. To define a macro for VISTA-15P...
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...;∗∗∗DISARMED READY TO ARM ENTER USER CODE 1. To exit, press/hold the "D" key for at least two seconds. Bypass zones 02 & 03 2. Arm system AWAY 6. The programmed macro sequence begins automatically after the user code is ready. The keypad beeps and displays the keystrokes entered so far. 5. Repeat until...
...;∗∗∗DISARMED READY TO ARM ENTER USER CODE 1. To exit, press/hold the "D" key for at least two seconds. Bypass zones 02 & 03 2. Arm system AWAY 6. The programmed macro sequence begins automatically after the user code is ready. The keypad beeps and displays the keystrokes entered so far. 5. Repeat until...
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...security code; these characters can consist of a PIN no., subscriber account no . programmed by user 5 in the event that someone has not arrived home (disarmed the system) within a defined period of time (see for VISTA-15P Series) as follows: Optional 16 digits 3-digit Event Code È È ... B = A 3-digit code that describes the event that caused the alarm. (CCCC) following events can precede the 7-digit system status code; and zone no . that has occurred in your system. • The following this code is the partition no . The 4-digit number (CCCC) that disarmed ...
...security code; these characters can consist of a PIN no., subscriber account no . programmed by user 5 in the event that someone has not arrived home (disarmed the system) within a defined period of time (see for VISTA-15P Series) as follows: Optional 16 digits 3-digit Event Code È È ... B = A 3-digit code that describes the event that caused the alarm. (CCCC) following events can precede the 7-digit system status code; and zone no . that has occurred in your system. • The following this code is the partition no . The 4-digit number (CCCC) that disarmed ...
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...-Word Display: READY 999-9999 Pager Display Latch Key Paging You can manually send a message to up to four (VISTA20P 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 message 9 9 9 - 9 9 9 9 to ...* If no number is pressed, the message is not DISARMED by a certain time. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 - 31 - If programmed, the message that causes a pager report to be sent to pager 1. For example, a working parent might want a message to be sent if the ...
...-Word Display: READY 999-9999 Pager Display Latch Key Paging You can manually send a message to up to four (VISTA20P 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 message 9 9 9 - 9 9 9 9 to ...* If no number is pressed, the message is not DISARMED by a certain time. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 - 31 - If programmed, the message that causes a pager report to be sent to pager 1. For example, a working parent might want a message to be sent if the ...
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... (from the set of users assigned to either partition 1 or partition 2 (VISTA-20P Series). • Only the Installer or System Master can assign different security codes for user 02; VISTA-15P Series provides 31 additional codes). • Only the System Master and Partition Master...a particular user can silently notify the Central Monitoring Station of the Guest code Arm Only code described below. • User code programming involves these steps: 1. When used interchangeably within a partition when performing system functions (a system armed with one user's code can ...
... (from the set of users assigned to either partition 1 or partition 2 (VISTA-20P Series). • Only the Installer or System Master can assign different security codes for user 02; VISTA-15P Series provides 31 additional codes). • Only the System Master and Partition Master...a particular user can silently notify the Central Monitoring Station of the Guest code Arm Only code described below. • User code programming involves these steps: 1. When used interchangeably within a partition when performing system functions (a system armed with one user's code can ...