Honeywell control panel VISTA Automation Module VAM User Manual

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Automation and  Using Z-Wave Devices  (A utomation  menu)  
The VISTA  Automation Module lets you control installed Z -Wave devices 
such as lights, thermostats, door locks, etc .  To use Z -Wave devices, they first 
must be added (“included”) to the system. Follow the instructions below to 
Include Z -Wave enabled devices into the  VAM  control network and follow the 
instructions in the Z -Wave device User Guide for your specific device.   
 
EXISTING NETWORK NOTE: Z -Wave products from other...

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A. Light, Switch or Outlet Module  
i.   Perform steps 1 & 2 above.  
i i.   Be sure the power switch on the device module is ON.   
i ii.  Press the Function Key  on the device.  
NOTE : Z -Wave light modules may vary; follow the instructions in 
the Users Guide for your specific device to include properly into the 
Z -Wave network.  
•  If a dimmer module (multi-level  switch) was included, an On/Off 
button and three lighting level buttons (Low, M id, High ) are 
displayed.  
•  If an...

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UL  Access control functionality has not been evaluated by UL 
and may not be used in UL Listed applications. 
 
  C. Honeywell Thermostat  
Install  a Honeywell Thermostat according to the manufacture r’s 
instructions.  The device should be mounted in the final location and 
tested before adding it to the system.   
NOTES:   
•  Honeywell is not responsible for property damag es due to 
improper setting of the thermostat modes.  
•  If installing another brand of thermostat, follow the...

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Abort a Z- Wave Action  
If you inadvertently make a wrong selection, (add, delete, or remove failed 
device) click the  Abort button to stop the process.  
  
Removing  (Excluding)  All Z-Wave Devices  
To remove all Z -Wave devices, do the following:  
1.  Go to the Z -Wave Management screen ( Automation > Z-Wave Setup ) 
2.  Click  Z-Wave  Default  to delete all devices from the  controller.  
  NOTE:  This removes Z -Wave devices from VAM only. This does not 
exclude devices from the...

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Z- Wave  System  Notes 
1. Motorized door lock bolts physically lock and unl ock when activated, but if 
the door lock installed is a non -motorized type, activation allows the door to 
be manually unlocked without a key. See “Compatible Devices” section for 
further information.  
2. Some thermostats do not update temperature status automatically (i.e.,  Wayne Dalton).  
3. When using a Kwikset Smartcode electronic deadbolt door lock (in a Scene  that is programmed to trigger when unlocked) the...

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Creating Scene s  
The system can automatically activate various devices when certain events 
occur. The programming of these triggers and actions is called Scenes. Up to 
10 scenes can be defined.  
A scene consists of a trigger, an optional condition, and up to three action s. 
 
Definitions of Trigger, Condition, and Action   Trigger Defines the event that triggers the programmed action(s). 
Triggers include the following categories: 
Time Choose the time option the action should begin:...

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 Action Defines the desired device action(s) when the trigger event 
occurs.  
Actions include the following categories:  
Security Choose the mode to occur upon the trigger event: Disarm Away 
Stay  
Night (arms Instant)  
Enter User Code
 
NOTE:  A valid user code is required for the system to perform any of the actions listed. Enter the code at the prompt. If the user code is later deleted from the security system, you will need to reenter a valid code at this screen. 
Thermostat Choose the...

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Steps  To Create a Scene  
1. Go to the Scene Setup m enu ( Automation  >  Scene Setup ). 
2.  Click  Add . 
3.  Click  Scene Name; enter a name and c lick OK. 
4.  Assign the desired  “Condition,” “Trigger,” and “Action” for this s cene. For 
each category, use the appropriate device drop -down menu to choose the 
specific device (s). 
5.  A fter each selection c lick Save . 
 
Creating  Groups &  Rooms  
Groups and rooms are defined  collections of Z-Wave devices that can be used 
in scenes ....

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Using  the Security System (Security Menu)  
You ca n control your security system  using VAM’s Security  menu, including 
arming, disarming, and bypassing zones.  Refer to the control panel’s user 
guide for details on specific  security system  functions . 
 
User Codes   
Each user was  assigned a name and  4 -digit us er code by your installer  at the 
time of  installation . To add additional user codes, refer to your security 
system user guide.  
 
Introduction to  Arming and Disarming...

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Steps  to Arm the System   
Arming the system in any mode is performed in the same way.   
NOTE : Close all perimeter windows and doors before arming  and make sure 
the system is “Ready to Arm. ” Or, bypass zones you want left open to make 
the system Ready to Arm.  
1.  From the “Home” screen, select  SECURITY .  
2.  Choose  the desired  arming  mode. You may be prompted to enter your user 
code.  
3.  The screen displays  the exit delay countdown. When exit delay expires,  the 
screen...