Honeywell control panel VISTA128BPVISTA250BP VISTA128SIA User Manual

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Your Honeywell security system is designed for use with devices manufactured or approved by 
Honeywell for use with your security system.  Your Honeywell security system is not designed for 
use with any device that may be attached to your security systems keypad or other 
communicating bus if Honeywell has not approved such device for use with your security system.  
Use of any such unauthorized device may cause damage or compromise the performance of your 
security system and affect the validity of your Honeywell limited warranty.  When you purchase 
devices that have been manufactured or approved by Honeywell, you acquire the assurance that 
these devices have been thoroughly tested to ensure optimum performance when used with your 
Honeywell security system.  
						

							 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
SYSTEM OVERVIEW ....................................5 
General .......................................................5 
A Partitioned System ..................................6 
Panel Linking ..............................................6 
Zones ..........................................................6 
Fire Protection ............................................6 
Burglary Protection .....................................7 
Carbon Monoxide Protection ......................7 
Alarms.........................................................7 
Memory of Alarm ........................................8 
Speed Key (Macros) ...................................8 
Using Schedules .........................................8 
Device Timers .............................................8 
To Access another Partition (GOTO 
Command) ..................................................8
 
Master Keypad Operation...........................9 
Self-Help Feature........................................9 
Phone Access & Voice Response 
Capability ....................................................9
 
ABOUT THE KEYPADS ...............................10 
General .....................................................10 
The Alpha Keypad ....................................10 
FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD ..................11 
ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS .................................14 
General Information ..................................14 
SECURITY CODES AND AUTHORITY 
LEVELS ....................................................15
 
General Information ..................................15 
Duress Code .............................................15 
Quick Arming ............................................15 
Authority Levels ........................................16 
General Rules on Authority Levels and 
Changes ...................................................17
 
To Exit User Edit Mode .............................17 
To Add a User...........................................18 
To Change a Users Code ........................20 
To Delete a User.......................................21 
ACCESSING OTHER PARTITIONS ............22 
To Access another Partition .....................22 
Global Arming ...........................................22 
Master Keypad Operation.........................23 
Common Lobby Operation .......................25 
How User Codes Affect the Common 
Lobby ........................................................26
 
ACCESSING OTHER PANELS ...................27 
Single-Partition Single-Panel Mode ..........27 
Multi-Partition Multi-Panel Mode...............28 
Multi-Panel View Mode .............................29 
Priority of Displays for Multi-Partition 
and Multi-Panel Modes .............................30
 
CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES .................31 
Using the ✳  READY Key ......................31 
DISPLAYING ALL ZONE 
DESCRIPTORS ........................................32
 
Using the ✳  READY Key ......................32 
BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES ..........33 
Using the   6  BYPASS Key ....................33 
Quick Bypass ............................................33 
Viewing Bypassed Zones .........................34 
Group Bypass ...........................................34 
ARMING PERIMETER ONLY ......................36 
Using the   3  STAY key..........................36 
Auto-STAY Arming ...................................37 
ARMING PERIMETER ONLY ......................38 
Using the   7  INSTANT Key ...................38 
ARMING ALL PROTECTION .......................39 
Using the   2  AWAY Key ........................39 
ARMING ALL PROTECTION .......................40 
Using the   4  MAXIMUM Key .................40 
QUICK EXIT .................................................41 
Using the   #  +   9  Keys.......................41 
DISARMING AND SILENCING ALARMS ....42 
Using the   1  OFF Key ...........................42 
Memory of Alarm ......................................42 
USING THE KEYSWITCH ...........................43 
General .....................................................43  
						

							 
 
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Disarming ................................................. 43 
CHIME MODE .............................................. 44 
Using the   9  Key ................................... 44 
VIEWING ALARM COMPANY 
MESSAGES ............................................. 45
 
General Information.................................. 45 
PANIC KEYS................................................ 46 
Using Panic Keys ..................................... 46 
SPEED KEY (MACROS) ............................. 47 
General Information.................................. 47 
Defining .................................................... 47 
Executing .................................................. 48 
ACCESS DOOR CONTROL ........................ 49 
General Information.................................. 49 
Executing .................................................. 49 
USING #70 RELAY MENU MODE .............. 50 
General Information.................................. 50 
USING SCHEDULES ................................... 51 
Delaying the Closing Time ....................... 51 
Temporary Open/Close Schedules .......... 51 
Programming Temporary Schedules ....... 52 
PROGRAMMING DEVICE TIMERS ............ 54 
General Information.................................. 54 
Randomize Output Device Times............. 56 
USING #77 INSTANT ACTIVATION 
MODE ....................................................... 57
 
EVENT LOG PROCEDURES ...................... 60 
General Information.................................. 60 
To Display The Event Log ........................ 60 
SETTING THE TIME AND DATE ................ 61 
TESTING THE SYSTEM (TO BE 
CONDUCTED W EEKLY) ......................... 62
 
Using the   5  TEST Key ......................... 62 
Testing Your System ................................ 62 
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM................................ 63 
In Case Of Fire Alarm............................... 63 
Silencing a Fire Alarm .............................. 63 
Fire Display Lock ...................................... 63 
Typical Trouble Displays .......................... 64 
Power Failure ........................................... 65 
Recommendations for Smoke and 
Heat Detectors ......................................... 66
 
Recommendations for Proper Intrusion 
Protection ................................................. 67
 
EMERGENCY EVACUATION ..................... 68 
MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM .................. 69 
Taking Care of Your System .................... 69 
Replacing Batteries in Wireless 
Sensors .................................................... 69
 
Silencing Low Battery W arning Tones 
at the Keypad ........................................... 70
 
Routine Care ............................................ 70 
QUICK GUIDE TO SYSTEM 
FUNCTIONS............................................. 71
 
SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE 
NOTIFICATION ........................................ 73
 
INDEX .......................................................... 78  
						

							 
 
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System Overview 
General 
Your Honeywell security system consists of a main control panel, at least one 
keypad, and various sensors strategically positioned throughout the 
premises. The system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire and 
emergency. The keypad provides full control of system operation. 
The system uses microcomputer technology to monitor all protection zones 
and system status and provides appropriate information for display on the 
keypad(s) used with the system, and initiates appropriate alarms. Your 
system may also have been programmed to automatically transmit alarm or 
status messages over the phone lines to a central alarm monitoring station. 
This manual is designed to help you become comfortable operating 
your system. Each function is explained in step-by-step detail. We 
recommend you read the SYSTEM OVERVIEW section to become 
familiar with the terminology and the basic features of the system. 
NOTE: All references in this manual for number of zones, number of 
user codes, number of access cards, and the event log capacity, use 
the VISTA-250BP’s features. The following table lists the differences 
between the VISTA-128BP/128SIA and the VISTA-250BP control 
panels. Additionally, only the VISTA-128BP/128SIA supports the 
capability to have a device duplicate keypad sounds at a remote 
location. All other features are identical for both panels. 
 
Feature VISTA-128BP/128SIA VISTA-250BP 
Number of Zones  128  250 
Number of User Codes  150  250 
Number of Access Cards  250  500 
Event Log Capacity  512  1000 
VistaKey Modules  8  15 
  
						

							 
 
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System Overview (cont’d) 
A Partitioned System 
Simply stated, a partitioned system shares one physical alarm system among 
different users, each with their own requirements. For the most part, you as 
a user need not know about other users and their structure in the system, 
but from time to time, you may see display messages that indicate the system 
is in use by another user. Do not be concerned, this is normal. Refer to the 
ACCESSING OTHER PARTITIONS section for additional information. 
Panel Linking 
Panel Linking networks up to eight VISTA-128BP/VISTA-250BP control 
panels, enabling a user to control the features of all control panels from a 
single location. The Panel Linking is ideal for multi-building environments 
(e.g. a shopping mall, college campus, etc.). 
The system provides the following three modes to access other “linked” 
control panels: 
• Single-Partition, Single-Panel − displays status of a partition on a remote 
control panel and allows control of that remote control panel. 
• Multi-Partition, Multi-Panel Mode − displays status and allows 
arming/disarming of multiple partitions at once on a remote control 
panel. 
• Multi-Panel View Mode − displays status and allows arming/disarming of 
multiple remote control panels at a time. 
Zones 
Your systems sensing devices have been assigned to various zones. For 
example, the sensing device on your Entry/Exit door may have been assigned 
to zone 001, sensing devices on windows in the master bedroom to zone 002, 
and so on. These numbers will appear on the display, along with an alpha 
descriptor for that zone (if programmed), when an alarm or trouble condition 
occurs. 
Fire Protection 
The fire protection portion of your security system (if used) is always on and 
will sound an alarm if a fire condition is detected. Refer to the FIRE ALARM 
SYSTEM section for important information concerning fire protection, smoke 
detectors and planning emergency exit routes from your house. 
  
						

							 
 
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System Overview (cont’d) 
Burglary Protection 
The burglary protection portion of your system must be turned on or armed 
before it will sense burglary alarm conditions. Your system provides four 
modes of burglary protection: STAY, AWAY, INSTANT and MAXIMUM, and 
even allows you to BYPASS selected zones of protection while leaving the 
rest of the system armed. The system also provides a CHIME mode, for 
alerting users to the opening and closing of doors and windows while the 
system is disarmed. Refer to the other sections of this manual for procedures 
for using these features. 
The following table lists the four different arming modes and the results of 
each. 
 Features For Each Arming Mode 
Arming 
Mode Exit 
Delay Entry 
Delay Perimeter 
Armed 
AW AY Yes Yes Yes 
STAY✳ Yes Yes Yes 
INSTANT✳ Yes  No  Yes 
MAXIMUM Yes  No  Yes 
✳ The system provides three different STAY and INSTANT arming modes. See 
ARMING IN THE STAY MODES and ARMING IN THE INSTANT MODES 
sections for details on these modes.
 
Carbon Monoxide Protection 
Carbon monoxide (CO) protection is available with your system using the 
5800CO Carbon Monoxide Detector.  The 5800CO is a 3V battery powered 
wireless Carbon Monoxide Detector used with wireless alarm systems that 
support 5800 series devices.  Carbon monoxide gas is a highly poisonous gas 
which is released when fuels are burned. It is invisible, has no smell and is 
therefore impossible to detect with the human senses. We strongly suggest 
installing Carbon monoxide protection with your system.   
Alarms 
When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders will sound, 
and the keypad will display the zone(s) causing the alarm. If your system is 
connected to a central monitoring station, an alarm message will also be sent. 
To stop the alarm sounding, simply disarm the system.  
						

							 
 
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System Overview (cont’d) 
Memory of Alarm 
When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the 
zone(s) that caused the problem, and displays the type of alarm (ex. FIRE, 
ALARM). It remains displayed until it is cleared by disarming the system 
(see DISARMING THE SYSTEM section). 
Speed Key (Macros) 
The system can store a string of up to 32 keystrokes, which can be activated 
anytime by simply pressing the “A, B, C, or D” keys. This feature can be 
used to make it easy to perform multiple functions at once (such as going to 
another partition to bypass a zone), or it can be used to simplify an everyday, 
repeated procedure. Refer to the SPEED KEY section for procedures for 
using this feature. 
Using Schedules 
Your system may have been programmed with schedules for automatically 
arming, disarming and activating various devices and/or performing other 
system functions at predetermined times. Users can modify some of these 
schedules by manually delaying a closing time, using temporary schedules, or 
by programming special user schedules. Refer to the USING SCHEDULES 
section at the end of this manual for scheduling related procedures. 
Device Timers 
The system provides up to 20 timers that can be used to control various 
devices, such as lights or appliances. These timers are similar in concept to 
the individual appliance timers that might be purchased at a department 
store. The devices that can be controlled are programmed into the system by 
the installer. Up to 96 of these devices can be programmed. Refer to the 
PROGRAMMING DEVICE TIMERS section for procedures. 
To Access another Partition (GOTO Command) 
Each keypad is assigned a default partition for display purposes, and will 
show only that partitions information. But, if the user is authorized, a 
keypad in one partition can be used to perform system functions in another 
partition, by using the GOTO command. Note that only those partitions 
authorized and programmed by the installer can be accessed in this manner. 
To GOTO another partition, enter your security code, then press [✳] followed 
by the desired partition number (1-8). 
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System Overview (cont’d) 
partition, or until 2 minutes has elapsed with no keypad activity. Entering 
your security code, pressing [✳] followed by [0] will return the keypad to its 
original partition. 
Master Keypad Operation 
A Master keypad is one on which the status of all eight partitions is 
displayed simultaneously.  A user can get more information about a certain 
partition by simply entering [✳] + the desired partition number (1-8).  To log 
on to the Master partition (9) using the GOTO command, and to perform 
any functions at a Master keypad, a user must have access to all partitions. 
Self-Help Feature 
Abbreviated users instructions are built into the system that can be easily 
viewed on the alpha keypads message display screen. This feature will prove 
particularly useful if this manual is not conveniently accessible when you 
need to perform a system procedure with which you are not familiar.  
To view the abbreviated instructions: 
Simply press and hold down the function key of interest until the description 
starts to appear (about 5 seconds) and then release it. The system must be 
“READY TO ARM” to perform this function. 
Refer to the FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD section for descriptions of each 
key function. 
Phone Access & Voice Response Capability 
Your system may include a 4286 VIP module that will permit you to access 
the system via a Touch-tone phone, either on-premises or by call-in when 
away. The phone access feature will enable you to do the following: 
• Receive synthesized voice messages over the telephone regarding the 
status of the security system. 
• Arm and disarm the system and perform most function commands via 
the telephone, with voice confirmation provided after each command 
entry. 
• Control 4204/4204CF relays devices and lights and appliances through 
the #70 Manual Relay Activation mode. 
Complete information regarding the use of this feature is provided in a 
separate manual entitled PHONE ACCESS USER GUIDE, which 
accompanies the 4286 VIP module. 
  
						

							 
 
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About The Keypads 
General 
IMPORTANT: If the keypad beeps rapidly upon entering the 
premises, it indicates that an alarm has occurred during your 
absence. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE 
from a safe location nearby. 
Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads feature 
a telephone style (digital) keypad and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that 
shows the nature and location of all occurrences. Keypad display back 
lighting is programmable to always stay on or to light only when a key is 
pressed, then turn off a few minutes later.  
The keypads also feature a built-in sounder that will sound during alarms 
and troubles. It will also beep during certain system functions, such as 
during entry/exit delay times, during CHIME mode, and when depressing 
keys to perform system functions (to acknowledge the key press). These 
sounds can be optionally suppressed in some of your keypads (so as not to 
disturb other users of the system). Ask your installer if this has been done. 
The Alpha Keypad 
Alpha keypads feature a 2-line, 32 character alphanumeric Liquid Crystal 
Display (LCD) that can display system messages in user-friendly English. 
Abbreviated users instructions can also be displayed (see Self Help 
paragraph in the SYSTEM OVERVIEW section). These keypads can also be 
programmed with custom zone descriptors.