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... System Status 16 Arming the System ...17 STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay On 17 NIGHT-STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Plus Selected Zones 17 INSTANT Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay Off 17 AWAY Mode: Arms Entire System, Entry Delay On 17 MAXIMUM Mode: Arms Entire System,......19 Single Button "Step" Arming ...19 Keyswitch...20 Using the Keyswitch ...20 Disarming and Silencing Alarms...21 Using the [OFF] key ...21 Bypassing Protection Zones ...22 Using the BYPASS Key...22 Quick Bypass ...23 Chime Mode ...24 Using the Chime Mode...24 Using the Voice Chime ...24 Date and Time...
... System Status 16 Arming the System ...17 STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay On 17 NIGHT-STAY Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Plus Selected Zones 17 INSTANT Mode: Arms Perimeter Only, Entry Delay Off 17 AWAY Mode: Arms Entire System, Entry Delay On 17 MAXIMUM Mode: Arms Entire System,......19 Single Button "Step" Arming ...19 Keyswitch...20 Using the Keyswitch ...20 Disarming and Silencing Alarms...21 Using the [OFF] key ...21 Bypassing Protection Zones ...22 Using the BYPASS Key...22 Quick Bypass ...23 Chime Mode ...24 Using the Chime Mode...24 Using the Voice Chime ...24 Date and Time...
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... ...32 Authority Level Definitions ...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 Logging Procedures...39 About...
... ...32 Authority Level Definitions ...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 Logging Procedures...39 About...
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...VISTA-20PSIA (VISTA-20P series) and VISTA-15P/VISTA-15PSIA (VISTA-15P series) security systems. Differences are noted where applicable. check with different authority levels, which provides control of system and displays system status • Various sensors for information regarding fire protection, smoke detectors and planning emergency exit routes. entry delay on AWAY: arms perimeter and all interior zones...* designed to the opening of protected doors and windows while the system is off • You can BYPASS selected zones while leaving the rest of a Honeywell Security System.
...VISTA-20PSIA (VISTA-20P series) and VISTA-15P/VISTA-15PSIA (VISTA-15P series) security systems. Differences are noted where applicable. check with different authority levels, which provides control of system and displays system status • Various sensors for information regarding fire protection, smoke detectors and planning emergency exit routes. entry delay on AWAY: arms perimeter and all interior zones...* designed to the opening of protected doors and windows while the system is off • You can BYPASS selected zones while leaving the rest of a Honeywell Security System.
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...; When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the zone(s) that can be armed and disarmed without affecting other zones or users. • Partitioned systems (VISTA-20P Series) can include a common zone area, which is an area shared by users of three modes by simply ...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 each partition containing a group of zones that caused the problem, and displays the type of entering your 4-digit user code + [3-STAY] to ...
...; When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the zone(s) that can be armed and disarmed without affecting other zones or users. • Partitioned systems (VISTA-20P Series) can include a common zone area, which is an area shared by users of three modes by simply ...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 each partition containing a group of zones that caused the problem, and displays the type of entering your 4-digit user code + [3-STAY] to ...
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...location of the LCD display windows. These keypads can also be on the premises. Voice keypads also announce any faulted entry/exit or perimeter zone when Chime mode is on when any key is located in a dimly lit area. • Some keypads have a voice feature that announces... that sounds during certain system functions and also when depressing any assigned entry/exit door. 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 ...
...location of the LCD display windows. These keypads can also be on the premises. Voice keypads also announce any faulted entry/exit or perimeter zone when Chime mode is on when any key is located in a dimly lit area. • Some keypads have a voice feature that announces... that sounds during certain system functions and also when depressing any assigned entry/exit door. 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 ...
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...is not ready for arming (due to arm when this message disappears and the READY indicator light comes on backup battery power. When specific interior zones are armed and all others bypassed, the NIGHT and STAY indicators are both on until another Code + OFF sequence is ready to open is ... Inc (800) 457-1999 Accompanied by the Code + OFF sequence and will remain on . Appears when an alarm has been silenced by a display of the zone in trouble. The system is keyed. - 10 - Appears when an intrusion has been detected and the system is turned off . About The Keypads (Cont'd) ...
...is not ready for arming (due to arm when this message disappears and the READY indicator light comes on backup battery power. When specific interior zones are armed and all others bypassed, the NIGHT and STAY indicators are both on until another Code + OFF sequence is ready to open is ... Inc (800) 457-1999 Accompanied by the Code + OFF sequence and will remain on . Appears when an alarm has been silenced by a display of the zone in trouble. The system is keyed. - 10 - Appears when an intrusion has been detected and the system is turned off . About The Keypads (Cont'd) ...
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... of a recorded message or voice system status. 4. 3 STAY Arms perimeter portion of the keys (shown in conjunction with the FUNCTION and desired volume control keys ↑ [3] or ↓ [6] to raise the message and voice system status volume. 5. 4 MAX Arms the entire burglary system, perimeter ...keys indicate their alternate or secondary purpose. 1. the functions printed under some of burglary system only. Fixed-Word Display Keypads: Display protection zone ID and system status messages using pre-designated words in the LCD display area. 2. 1 OFF Disarms burglary portion of the system,...
... of a recorded message or voice system status. 4. 3 STAY Arms perimeter portion of the keys (shown in conjunction with the FUNCTION and desired volume control keys ↑ [3] or ↓ [6] to raise the message and voice system status volume. 5. 4 MAX Arms the entire burglary system, perimeter ...keys indicate their alternate or secondary purpose. 1. the functions printed under some of burglary system only. Fixed-Word Display Keypads: Display protection zone ID and system status messages using pre-designated words in the LCD display area. 2. 1 OFF Disarms burglary portion of the system,...
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...Keypads (cont'd) 11. # This key can be armed (no faults present). Pressing the STATUS key a second time annunciates and displays system and/or zone faults (if they exist). 14. FUNCTION KEYS: Keys A, B, C, D may have been programmed for "Quick Arming" of the system without use of...function. 12. 0 [VOICE] On Voice keypads, enables the RECORD, VOLUME and PLAY functions. 13. ∗ READY Used to display all open protection zones. [STATUS] On Voice keypads, a momentary press of functions, including panic (emergency) functions. For details, see the Function Keys section. 20. KEYS ...
...Keypads (cont'd) 11. # This key can be armed (no faults present). Pressing the STATUS key a second time annunciates and displays system and/or zone faults (if they exist). 14. FUNCTION KEYS: Keys A, B, C, D may have been programmed for "Quick Arming" of the system without use of...function. 12. 0 [VOICE] On Voice keypads, enables the RECORD, VOLUME and PLAY functions. 13. ∗ READY Used to display all open protection zones. [STATUS] On Voice keypads, a momentary press of functions, including panic (emergency) functions. For details, see the Function Keys section. 20. KEYS ...
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...disarm the system before exit delay time expires (e.g., re-entering to get a forgotten item), will occur. These modes provide greater security while on VISTA-20P Series only Exit Delay: seconds Entry Delay 1: seconds Entry Delay 2: seconds Exit Delay Exit delay gives you time to leave through the ... You can be used for your delay times. Partition 2 (on the premises or while away for partition 1 also apply to the Common Zone of the VISTA-20P Series. If you cannot leave within this delay time period, you should stop when a code is entered. Exit Delay Restart (if programmed...
...disarm the system before exit delay time expires (e.g., re-entering to get a forgotten item), will occur. These modes provide greater security while on VISTA-20P Series only Exit Delay: seconds Entry Delay 1: seconds Entry Delay 2: seconds Exit Delay Exit delay gives you time to leave through the ... You can be used for your delay times. Partition 2 (on the premises or while away for partition 1 also apply to the Common Zone of the VISTA-20P Series. If you cannot leave within this delay time period, you should stop when a code is entered. Exit Delay Restart (if programmed...
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... delay timer. If an entry/exit door or interior zone is faulted within two minutes after the installer-programmed dial delay expires). No message is sent to the Central Monitoring Station. to the Central Monitoring Station. 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 faulted within the two minutes, the alarm sound stops and the message...
... delay timer. If an entry/exit door or interior zone is faulted within two minutes after the installer-programmed dial delay expires). No message is sent to the Central Monitoring Station. to the Central Monitoring Station. 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 faulted within the two minutes, the alarm sound stops and the message...
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...keypad will display a "Not Ready" message. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 Alpha Display: DISARMED HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: Zone no. e.g., "Disarmed Ready to Arm.") To announce faults: Press [#] FUNCTION + [0] VOICE + [∗] STATUS + [∗] again within 5 seconds of...feature is turned on Voice Chime mode; Secure or bypass the zones displayed. and "NOT READY" Voice Status: Voice keypads (if installed), can announce system status and faulted zones (up to three faulted zones with their zone descriptors, if programmed.) - 16 - Arm the system as ...
...keypad will display a "Not Ready" message. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 Alpha Display: DISARMED HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: Zone no. e.g., "Disarmed Ready to Arm.") To announce faults: Press [#] FUNCTION + [0] VOICE + [∗] STATUS + [∗] again within 5 seconds of...feature is turned on Voice Chime mode; Secure or bypass the zones displayed. and "NOT READY" Voice Status: Voice keypads (if installed), can announce system status and faulted zones (up to three faulted zones with their zone descriptors, if programmed.) - 16 - Arm the system as ...
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... entry delay period to avoid sounding an alarm. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 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...Persons entering later can enter through an entry/exit door, but they must disarm the system and must not violate any of the programmed interior zones to avoid sounding an alarm. • IMPORTANT: When NIGHT-STAY mode is detected inside your installer), while other interior sensors are left ...
... entry delay period to avoid sounding an alarm. National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 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...Persons entering later can enter through an entry/exit door, but they must disarm the system and must not violate any of the programmed interior zones to avoid sounding an alarm. • IMPORTANT: When NIGHT-STAY mode is detected inside your installer), while other interior sensors are left ...
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See your system as follows: Green Light: Lights when the system is not ready (one or more zones are open zones). Keypads beep twice and the red indicator lights or flashes. The red light turns off , it indicates the system is disarmed and ready to the ...
See your system as follows: Green Light: Lights when the system is not ready (one or more zones are open zones). Keypads beep twice and the red indicator lights or flashes. The red light turns off , it indicates the system is disarmed and ready to the ...
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...key - To Silence a Burglary Alarm and Clear a Memory of Alarm Enter your security code and press the OFF key to silence the alarm. Note the zone in about 15 seconds after an alarm has occurred and the main sounder has shut itself off, the keypad will emit a single tone to clear...alarm on , DO NOT ENTER, but CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location. 1. + 1 OFF (Security Code) The "READY" indicator light will be lit if all zones are secure, and the keypad will beep rapidly upon your entering, indicating that the system is on the keypad display, and correct the problem (close...
...key - To Silence a Burglary Alarm and Clear a Memory of Alarm Enter your security code and press the OFF key to silence the alarm. Note the zone in about 15 seconds after an alarm has occurred and the main sounder has shut itself off, the keypad will emit a single tone to clear...alarm on , DO NOT ENTER, but CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location. 1. + 1 OFF (Security Code) The "READY" indicator light will be lit if all zones are secure, and the keypad will beep rapidly upon your entering, indicating that the system is on the keypad display, and correct the problem (close...
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...DISARMED HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: NOT READY 2. When finished, the keypad will momentarily display a "Bypass" message for the zone(s) to be bypassed. • Zones are automatically bypassed if left open when arming the system (you do not need to manually bypass them). When bypassing...if violated. • The system will cause an alarm if opened again while the system is displayed with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. Bypassing Protection Zones Using the BYPASS Key Use this key when you want to arm your security code and press the [6] BYPASS key. ...
...DISARMED HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: NOT READY 2. When finished, the keypad will momentarily display a "Bypass" message for the zone(s) to be bypassed. • Zones are automatically bypassed if left open when arming the system (you do not need to manually bypass them). When bypassing...if violated. • The system will cause an alarm if opened again while the system is displayed with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. Bypassing Protection Zones Using the BYPASS Key Use this key when you want to arm your security code and press the [6] BYPASS key. ...
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...leave unprotected are bypassed, and that you wish to be displayed and automatically bypassed. Bypassing Protection Zones (cont'd) Quick Bypass If programmed, "Quick Bypass" allows you to easily bypass all open zones will be displayed, then arm the system as desired. Ask your installer if "Quick Bypass"... leave certain windows open when arming at night. 1. + 6 BYPASS + [#] Alpha Display: (Security Code) In a few moments, all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. DISARMED - PRESS HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: NOT READY 2.
...leave unprotected are bypassed, and that you wish to be displayed and automatically bypassed. Bypassing Protection Zones (cont'd) Quick Bypass If programmed, "Quick Bypass" allows you to easily bypass all open zones will be displayed, then arm the system as desired. Ask your installer if "Quick Bypass"... leave certain windows open when arming at night. 1. + 6 BYPASS + [#] Alpha Display: (Security Code) In a few moments, all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. DISARMED - PRESS HIT ∗ FOR FAULTS Fixed-Word Display: NOT READY 2.
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...Mode Using the Chime Mode CHIME mode alerts you to the opening of a perimeter door or window while the system is on, faulted zones cause a voice status announcement, chime and display. Alpha Display: DISARMED CHIME READY TO ARM Fixed-Word Display: CHIME To turn Voice...still provides chime if normal Chime mode is disarmed. When off : Alpha Display: + 9 CHIME (Security Code) The CHIME message will appear. Perimeter zones will display the open protection points. • Chime mode can be on first) When Voice Chime is disarmed. Voice chime provides a voice status annunciation...
...Mode Using the Chime Mode CHIME mode alerts you to the opening of a perimeter door or window while the system is on, faulted zones cause a voice status announcement, chime and display. Alpha Display: DISARMED CHIME READY TO ARM Fixed-Word Display: CHIME To turn Voice...still provides chime if normal Chime mode is disarmed. When off : Alpha Display: + 9 CHIME (Security Code) The CHIME message will appear. Perimeter zones will display the open protection points. • Chime mode can be on first) When Voice Chime is disarmed. Voice chime provides a voice status annunciation...
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...;DISARMED 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 TEST 8 ...CODE 0 3 STAY 6 BYPASS 9 CHIME # PRESS BOTH KEYS OF DESIRED PAIR AT THE SAME TIME ZONE 96 6160-00-003-V0 6160-00-004-V0 D ZONE 99 Lettered Panic Keys Panic Key Pairs See your system. - 26 - National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 Panic Keys...
...;DISARMED 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 TEST 8 ...CODE 0 3 STAY 6 BYPASS 9 CHIME # PRESS BOTH KEYS OF DESIRED PAIR AT THE SAME TIME ZONE 96 6160-00-003-V0 6160-00-004-V0 D ZONE 99 Lettered Panic Keys Panic Key Pairs See your system. - 26 - National Security Systems Inc (800) 457-1999 Panic Keys...
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...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 activated only by users with the next prompt. NOTE: The installer must activate the desired function key (using *... for this mode (and keep the existing macro definition), press any key except the [∗] key. Activating relay(s) for VISTA-15P Series) to normal mode. Bypassing particular zone(s) - Arming sequences: STAY, NIGHT-STAY, INSTANT, or AWAY - SELECT MACRO 1-4 0 MACRO DISPLAY MACRO PGM - 27 -
...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 activated only by users with the next prompt. NOTE: The installer must activate the desired function key (using *... for this mode (and keep the existing macro definition), press any key except the [∗] key. Activating relay(s) for VISTA-15P Series) to normal mode. Bypassing particular zone(s) - Arming sequences: STAY, NIGHT-STAY, INSTANT, or AWAY - SELECT MACRO 1-4 0 MACRO DISPLAY MACRO PGM - 27 -
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...an exterior light, and then (3) arm the security system in the table that follows show you how you want to (1) bypass the two upstairs window zones, then (2) turn on (device 01) 4. Press the "D" key for at least two seconds. The "Enter User Code" prompt appears. Enter your... keystrokes before continuing. Enter the next command, followed by "F"). 4. Bypass zones 02 & 03 2. Insert terminator Press BYPASS [6] key, then 2-digit zone numbers 02 & 03. Press [#] and 7 key for "device ON", and [01] key for at least two seconds. ...
...an exterior light, and then (3) arm the security system in the table that follows show you how you want to (1) bypass the two upstairs window zones, then (2) turn on (device 01) 4. Press the "D" key for at least two seconds. The "Enter User Code" prompt appears. Enter your... keystrokes before continuing. Enter the next command, followed by "F"). 4. Bypass zones 02 & 03 2. Insert terminator Press BYPASS [6] key, then 2-digit zone numbers 02 & 03. Press [#] and 7 key for "device ON", and [01] key for at least two seconds. ...