RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER PROTECTION The Following Recommendations for the Location of Fire and Burglary Detection Devices Help Provide Proper Coverage for the Protected Premises. Recommendations For Smoke And Heat Detectors With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard #72 noted below.
S E C T I O N Features and Installation Highlights • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • SIA Installations: The VISTA-10PSIA is a certified SIA-compliant control that meets SIA specifications for False Alarm Reduction.
Installation and Setup Guide NOTE: All devices and accessories used in a Canadian installation must be Listed for use in Canada. Important Installation Highlights (Installer Please Read) • This system uses addressable keypads and Relay Modules (see table of addresses in Programming Overview section).
Installation Instructions Mounting Board with RF Receiver 1. a. Remove the receiver board from its case, then insert the top of the board into the slots at the top of the cabinet, as shown in Detail A in Figure 3. Make sure that the board rests on the correct row of tabs.
Mounting and Wiring the Control Wiring to Keypads 1. Connect keypads to the keypad terminals as shown on the Summary of Connections diagram. Determine wire size using the Wire Run Chart below. 2. Set keypad addresses. Refer to the address setting instructions included with the keypads and set each keypad device address according to the chart at right.
Installation Instructions Sounder (Bell) Connections EXTERNAL ALARM 1. Make sounder connections to alarm output TERMINALS ON CONTROL BOARD SOUNDER terminals 3 (+) and 4 (–). For supervised output, continue with steps 2 and 3. 2000 2. Cut the red Bell Supervision Jumper located ALARM OBSERVE OUTPUT...
Mounting and Wiring the Control CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHALL (CSFM) AND UL RESIDENTIAL FIRE 24-HOUR BATTERY BACKUP REQUIREMENTS The California State Fire Marshal and UL have regulations which require that all residential fire alarm control panels must be provided with a backup battery which has sufficient capacity to operate the panel and its attached peripheral devices for 24 hours in the intended standby condition, followed by at least 4 minutes in the intended fire alarm signaling condition.
Installation Instructions Hardwire Zones Normally Open Zones/ Normally Open EOLR Zones 1. Connect open circuit devices in parallel across the loop; for EOLR zones, connect the EOLR across the loop wires at the last device. 2. Enable normally open/EOLR zones using Zone Programming mode, “Hardwire Type” prompt. Normally Closed Zones/Normally Closed EOLR Zones 1.
Mounting and Wiring the Control Installing the RF Receiver You can any ADEMCO 5800 Series Wireless Receivers, including: RF Receiver No. of Zones 5881L/5882L up to 8 5881M/5882M up to 16 (transmitter zone numbers = 9-24; button zone numbers = 49-56) up to 16 (transmitter zone numbers = 9-24;...
Installation Instructions Installing the Transmitters 1. To be sure reception of the transmitter's signal at the proposed mounting location is adequate, perform a Go/No Go Test, described in the Testing the System section. 2. Install transmitters in accordance with the instructions provided with each. 3.
Mounting and Wiring the Control 5-PIN TRIGGER CONNECTOR A UL Listed keyswitch is required for fire installations and UL commercial and residential burglar alarm installations. If a keyswitch is used on: • an installation that transmits opening and closing 4-WIRE 4146 KEYSWITCH CABLE signals, the keyswitch zone must be programmed to...
Installation Instructions On-Board Triggers 5-PIN TRIGGER CONNECTOR Connect field wiring to the desired trigger pin on the 8-pin trigger connector centrally located above the terminal strip. You can use a 4-wire cable as shown. If on-board triggers are used, the wiring between the control unit and the UL Listed device must be run in conduit, be no more than 3 feet apart and have no intervening barriers or walls.
Mounting and Wiring the Control The 4285 and 4286 modules are UL Listed only for use on residential fire and UL residential burglar alarm installations. Phone Module Problems If no touch tones are produced following access to the security system from on-premises (this problem may arise in rare cases), it may be necessary to reverse the wires connected to terminals 3 and 4 on the phone module and the wires connected to terminals (21) &...
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Installation Instructions Audio Alarm Verification Connections (AAV, “listen-In”) Refer to the connection diagrams below. One diagram shows connections when a 4285/4286 Phone Module is used, the other shows connections when the 4285/4286 is not used. Connections use one of the on-board triggers. UL installations using the AAV feature must use the ADEMCO UVCM module (part of the ADEMCO UVS system) Suggested AAV Module: ADEMCO UVS (shown) or Eagle 1250...
S E C T I O N Programming Overview • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • About Programming You can program the system at any time, even at the installer's premises prior to the actual installation.
Installation Instructions Wireless Receiver, Transmitters, and Wireless Keys (keyfobs) Receiver: Set the receiver’s address to “00” using its DIP switches, then set the following options: † RF Jam Option RF House ID Code (if using wireless keypads) † Transmitter Low Battery Report Code †...
Zone Type Definitions You must assign a zone type to each zone, which defines the way in which the system responds to faults in that zone. Zone types are defined below. Zone Type Description Type 00 Program a zone with this zone type if the zone is not used. Zone Not Used •...
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Installation Instructions • Works as a dynamic monitor of a zone fault/trouble (not alarm). In the case of a Type 12 Monitor Zone short/open, the message, "*ALARM*-24 Hr. Non-Burg. -#XXX " (where XXX is the zone number) will be sent to the Central Station. The system keypad will display a “check”...
Mechanics of Programming Data Field Programming Procedures (You must use a 2-line Alpha display keypad) Task Procedure A) Press both [ ∗ ] and [#] at the same time within 50 seconds after power is applied Entering Program Mode to the control, OR B) After power-up, enter [Installer code (4-1-1-2)] + 8 0 0.
Installation Instructions Table of Device Addresses †† This Device Uses Address Reports as Enabled By… RF Receiver *56 zone programming: input device type entry Long Range Radio automatic if output to long range radio field *29 enabled 4286 Voice Module automatic if phone module access code field *28 enabled 4204 Relay Module *79 output device programming: entered at device address prompt:...
S E C T I O N Data Field Programming • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • About Data Field Programming The following pages provide explanations of this control’s data fields and is intended to be used in conjunction with the Programming Guide.
Installation Instructions Zone Sounds & Timing FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION Single Alarm Sounding Per Zone Select whether or not the system limits alarm sounding to once per arming period for a given zone. VISTA-10PSIA: If “0” selected, “alarm sounding per zone” will be the same as the “number of reports in armed period”...
Dialer Programming FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION PABX Access Code Enter the PABX code, if used. To clear entries from field, press ∗40∗. If fewer than 6 digits need to be entered, exit by pressing [∗], which advances to the next field. Call Waiting: If the subscriber’s phone service has “call waiting”...
Installation Instructions Dynamic Signaling Priority UL Installations: For UL Commercial Burglary installations that use a DACT and LRR, the DACT must be programmed for priority (option “0”). Intended for use with Long Range Radio reporting (field ∗29 OUTPUT TO LONG RANGE RADIO must be enabled).
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FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION AC Loss Report Code Enter the appropriate report code. Timing of this report is random with up to a 4-hour delay. If AC restores before the report goes out, there is no “AC RESTORE” report. UL: Required for UL commercial burglar alarm installations and for residential fire alarm installations. Low Bat Report Code Enter the appropriate report code;...
Installation Instructions FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION Test Restore Report Code Enter the appropriate report code, which is sent when the Test mode is exited. UL: Required for UL commercial burglar alarm installations and for residential fire alarm installations. Miscellaneous System Fields FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION Daylight Saving Time Start/End Month...
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FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION Event Log Full Report Code Enter the appropriate report code, which is sent when the event log is 80% full (if an event log enable is made in field ∗90). If the log becomes full, new messages overwrite the oldest messages in the log. Event Log Enables Select the types of events (up to 32 events) the system should log.
Installation Instructions FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION Command to Initialize CSID and Subscriber Account Number This is a command function, not a data field. Use this command, if necessary, to reset all subscriber account numbers and the internal CSID to the factory default values. Command to Reset System to Factory Default Values Pressing ∗97 resets all data fields to the factory default values This is a command function, not a data field.
Configurable Zone Type Programming Fields The system allows you to define a custom zone type, based on the options described below. This configurable zone types can be programmed via the downloader or from a keypad using data fields *182-*183 described below. UL installations: Do not configure zones as fire alarm or UL burglar alarm zones.
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Installation Instructions Configurable Zone Type Charts ENTRY 1 ENTRY 2 Response when system disarmed and zone is: Auto Restore Vent Zone Intact EOL Open Shorted RF zone normal RF zone N/A RF zn off-normal INTACT OPEN SHORTED 0 = normal 0 = normal 0 = normal 0 = no...
Keypad Programming Fields NOTE: Each keypad must be assigned a unique address. Keypads programmed with the same address will give unpredictable results. Address 16 is reserved for keypad 1, which is automatically set with all sounds enabled. FIELD TITLE and EXPLANATION Keypad 2 Device Address 17 *190 Select whether or not this keypad is used, and enter the desired sound option for this keypad.
S E C T I O N Menu Mode Programming • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Zone Programming Overview (∗...
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Installation Instructions Enter the report code for this zone, which consists of 2 hexadecimal digits, each in turn 10 Report Code consisting of 2 numerical digits. For example, for a report code of “10,” enter 01 and 00. 1st 01 2nd 00 10 For Contact ID ®...
If the serial number transmitted does not match the serial number entered, a display E n t d A 0 2 2 - 4 0 6 3 1 similar to the one shown appears. If the loop number does not match, it will also be R c v d A 0 2 2 - 4 0 6 4 1 displayed.
Installation Instructions A summary screen with the selected zone’s current programming appears. Zn ZT RC IN: L Begin programming zone information as follows: 00 10 RF 1 Enter Zone Type (ZT; see Zone Types listed in *56 Menu Mode “Zone Type” prompt), Report Code (RC), and Input Device Type (IN)* sequentially (Loop Number (L) is entered at the next prompt).
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Manually enter the serial number printed on the label for the wireless key or press and INPUT S/N release the button to transmit its serial number. AXXX-XXXX – Press [∗] to accept the serial number. The system will check for duplicate. If necessary, press the [#] key to back up without saving, and re-enter the serial number.
Installation Instructions Output Device Programming Overview (*79/*80 Menu Mode Output Devices: The system supports up to 4 relays plus 2 built-in trigger outputs. These “output devices” are assigned to system-wide output numbers (01-04, 17, 18). Relays are identified by the relay module’s device address and the relay position on the module (i.e.
*80 Menu Mode: Defining Output Functions Use this mode to program output function definitions (up to 12 functions) that provide automated control of any of the output devices, based on events occurring on individual zones or zones with certain zone types. Each output definition is identified by an output function number, and includes the following components: Output Definition Components Component...
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Installation Instructions “A” If zone list was selected, this screen appears. Otherwise skip to the next prompt. 01 Zn List Enter the desired zone list number associated with this output number: 01-08 = zone list (Do not use pager zone list 09 in output definitions) Enter the zone list event that will activate this output: 0 = restore;...
Zone List Overview (∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ 81 Menu Mode) Zone lists let you group individual zones for use with certain system actions. The following table shows the available zone lists and their purposes: List No. Used for… 1, 2 general purpose chime-by-zone cross zones...
Installation Instructions Function Key Programming Overview (∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ 57 Menu Mode) The system provides the ability to program each of the four keypad function keys to perform one of 12 system operations. The end user can then activate the function by simply pressing and holding the programmed key for 2 seconds.
About Descriptor Programming Overview (∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ 82 Menu Mode) The system lets you assign zone descriptors for protection zones, keypad panics, and RF receiver supervision faults. Each description can be composed of a combination of words (up to 3) selected from a vocabulary of 196 words stored in memory (see a following page).
Installation Instructions Enter the 3-digit number for the next word. In the example, the word is DOOR, whose ✱ Z N 0 1 B A C K number is “057.” D O O R See index for entries. [∗] to continue Save second word of descriptor: ✱...
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ALPHA VOCABULARY LIST (For Entering Zone Descriptors) • 162 ROOM ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ (Word Space) LEVEL • 059 DOWN • 219 WING • 109 LIBRARY ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ WIRELESS • 060 DOWNSTAIRS ROOF – A – – X – DRAWER •...
Installation Instructions Programming Installer and User Schedules The system provides 2 schedules (one for the installer, one for the end user), which can be used to control 11 types of system events at pre-defined times. Start Scheduling mode by entering installer code + [#] + [6] [4] while in normal operating mode. NOTE: The master code can only access schedules 01 and events 00-07.
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This prompt appears if event “2” (user access) was selected. Otherwise it is skipped. G R O U P N U M B E R 1-8 = group number [∗] to continue to the “Start” prompt Enter the event’s start time and days of the week to occur. S T A R T S M T W T F S 01-12 = hour;...
S E C T I O N System Communication and Operation • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • System Communication Overview This system accommodates several formats for reporting alarms and other system conditions to the Central Station.
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Installation Instructions The following table lists codes for reports sent in different formats: Code for Code for Type of 3+1/4+1 3+1/4+1 Code for Report Standard Expanded Alarm SSS(S) A SSS(S) A SSSS AZ AAA(A) Z Trouble SSS(S) T SSS(S) T SSSS Tt TTT(T) t Bypass...
® Ademco Contact ID ® The Ademco Contact ID Reporting Format comprises the following: 4-digit or 10-digit subscriber number (depending on format selected. 1-digit event qualifier (“new” or “restore”). 3-digit event code. 3-digit zone number, user number, or system status number (see the following page). ®...
Installation Instructions User Security Codes The system supports up to 16 security codes, which can each be assigned one of 4 authority levels. The authority level determines the functions each code can perform as follows: Authority Levels (authority levels can be assigned to users 3-16 only; users 1 and 2 cannot be changed) Level User No.
Keypad Functions The following is a brief list of system commands. For detailed information, see the User's Manual. Voice Keypads The 6150V/6160V Voice Keypads provide the following features: • Message Center, which lets the user record and playback one message. •...
Installation Instructions Panic Keys There are three Panic keys (A, B, and C) that, if programmed, can be used to manually initiate alarms and send a report to the central station by pressing and holding the appropriate key for at least 2 seconds.
S E C T I O N Testing the System • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • About Test Procedures After the installation is complete, you should perform the following tests: System Test:...
Installation Instructions NOTES: • All BR type units must physically be activated to clear the display. • When one button of a transmitter (RF, UR, or BR) is activated, all zones assigned to other buttons on that transmitter are cleared. This also applies to 5816 and 5817 transmitters, which have multiple loops (zones).
Installation Instructions 5800 Series Transmitter Input Loop Identification All of the transmitters illustrated below have one or more unique factory assigned input (loop) ID codes. Each of the input loops requires its own programming zone (e.g., a 5804's four inputs require four programming zones). LOOP 3 LOOP 3 LOOP 2...
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Compatible 5800 Series Transmitters Table (continued) Model Product Input Type Description Has three unique input (loop) codes: one for a “Primary” contact 5817 Multi-Point Universal loop with programmable options; the others for two “auxiliary” Transmitter closed circuit contact loops. • Reed switch magnetic contact sensor; easily hidden in the frame 5818 Recessed and edge of a door or window.
S E C T I O N Regulatory Agency Statements • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
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Installation Instructions UL NOTICES Entry Delay No. 1 and No. 2 (fields ✱ 35, ✱ 36) cannot be greater than 30 seconds for UL Residential Burglar Alarm installations, and entry delay plus dial delay should not exceed 1 minute. For UL Commercial Burglar Alarm installations, total entry delay may not exceed 45 seconds.
S E C T I O N Limitations and Warranty • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • WARNING THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM While this System is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection...
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Installation Instructions WARNING THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM (Continued) The most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when an intrusion or fire occurs is inadequate maintenance. This alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure all sensors and transmitters are working properly.
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– INDEX – 1321 ........1-1, 2-4 24-Hour Audible Alarm ....3-3 Data Field Programming Procedures No Alarm Response....3-4, 5-8 24-Hour Silent Alarm ....3-3 ..........3-5 Normally Closed Zones....2-6 3+1 and 4+1 Standard Formats. 6-1 Defining Output Functions ..5-7 Normally Open Zones ....2-6 4204 1-2, 2-5, 2-6, 2-9, 3-1, 5-6, 8-1 Descriptor Programming..
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Installation Instructions Tamper Switch .... 2-8, 2-9, 9-2 Vocabulary List ......5-11 Zone Lists ......3-1, 5-9 Telco Line ......2-11, 3 Zone Programming Procedure ...5-1 Test Mode ......7-1, 7-2 Zone Types..3-3, 5-1, 5-4, 5-8 Test Restore Report Code..4-6 Wireless Key Templates....
Limited Warranty or otherwise if the product(s) is altered or improperly repaired or serviced by anyone other than Honeywell factory service. Connection of any device(s) to a communicating bus of a Honeywell security system (e.g., keypad bus, polling loop) other than those manufactured or approved by Honeywell shall void this warranty.
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