VISTA-20SE2-PARTITIONEDSECURITY SYSTEMINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS®Principal changes between the VISTA-20SE and theformer VISTA-20 are indicated by margin

–10– Section 2. INSTALLING THE CONTROLThis section provides instructions for mounting the control cabinet, and installingthe cabinet lock (if used).

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–11–Mounting The Control's Circuit Board Alone in The Cabinet (Fig. 2)1. Hang two short Black mounting clips (provided) on the raised cabinet tab

–12–Standard Phone Line ConnectionsThe wiring connections shown here are not applicable if the 4285 Phone Moduleis used. Refer to the 4285 Phone Modul

–13–b. Wire the other three terminals (Sync, Data, Com) on the 4300 transformer.Wires from these terminals must be connected to a 9-pin connector on t

–14– Section 3. INSTALLING REMOTE KEYPADSThis section lists the wired keypads that may be used and provides instructionsfor wiring and mountin

–15–3. Connect remote Keypads for Partition 1 to terminals 4, 5, 6, and 7 on thecontrol board, as shown in Figure 6.4. Connect remote Keypads for Part

–16–SUPPLEMENTARYPOWER SUPPLY+–CONTROLTERMINAL STRIPAUX AUX. DATA DATA – + IN OUT4567IMPORTANT:MAKE THESE CONNECTIONSDIRECTLY TOSCREW TERMINALS ASSHOW

–17– Section 4. BASIC HARD-WIRED ZONES 1–8This section provides general information for the hard-wired zones in the system, plus specificinstructio

–18–Turning Off Fire AlarmSoundingYou can turn off Fire alarm sounding by pressing the OFF key on any keypad orother arming/disarming device in that p

–19–COMPATIBLE 4-WIRE SMOKE/COMBUSTION DETECTORS1412System Sensor, 4-wire ionization products of combustiondetector2412System Sensor, 4-wire photoelec

–2–RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER PROTECTIONThe Following Recommendations For The Location Of Fire And Burglary Detection Devices HelpProvide Proper Cover

–20–Programming Hard-Wired ZonesEach zone must be programmed into the system using the *56 ZoneProgramming mode, which assigns characteristics that de

–21– Section 5. WIRED ZONE EXPANSIONThis section provides information regarding the use of expansion modules for expanding thenumber of wired zo

–22–Programming Wired Expansion ZonesEach zone must be programmed into the system using the *56 ZoneProgramming mode, which assigns characteristics th

–23– Section 6. WIRELESS EXPANSION (5800 SYSTEM)This section provides instructions for installing 5800 series wireless receiversand transmitte

–24–Installation and Setup of the 5881/5882 Receiver1. Set the receiver's DIP switch for device address “0”, as described in itsinstructions (all

–25–Installing the 5800TM ModuleInstallation of this module is necessary only if you are using one or more 5827BDWireless Bi-directional keypads or 58

–26–Transmitter Input TypesAll of the transmitters described have one or more unique factory assigned input(loop) ID codes. Each of the inputs require

–27–5800 Series Transmitters TableAlso refer to APPENDIX A near end of this manual for transmitter input loops/button locations.Model Description Inpu

–28–Installing 5800 Series TransmittersTo be sure reception of the transmitter's signal at the proposed mounting locationis adequate, perform a G

–29– Section 7. RELAY OUTPUTS & POWERLINE CARRIER DEVICESRelay/Powerline Carrier Device BasicsRelays and Powerline Carrier devices (ex. X-10

–3– TABLE OF CONTENTSSection 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ...

–30–BRN123456789 1011121234GRNDATA OUTTO CONTROLBLK(–) GROUNDRED(+) 12VYELDATA INFROMCONTROL4321TERMINATE EACHPROGRAMMED ZONEWITH 1000 OHM (1K)END-OF-

–31–Wiring Connections1. Splice one end of a 3-conductor cable to the wire ends of the 4142TR cablesupplied with the 4300 transformer.2. Connect the 4

–32– Section 8. 4285 PHONE MODULEThis section provides instructions for mounting and wiring the 4285 PhoneModuleInstalling the Phone ModuleGen

–33–Phone Module WiringThe 4285 is wired between the control panel and the premises handset(s). Itlistens for touch tones on the phone line and repor

–34–4285 WIRING NOTES:1. Wire the 4285 Phone Module exactly as shown, using a direct-connect cord and RJ31X jack.2. If Touch-tones are not heard when

–35–Programming the 4285 Phone ModuleThe system must be programmed for use with the 4285 Phone Module, includingassigning a phone code and selecting w

–36– Section 9. EXTERNAL SOUNDERSThis section provides a list of compatible sounders and connection information for an externalsounder.Compatible

–37–Sounder ConnectionsThe VISTA-20SE provides a 12 VDC output which can power external alarmsounders (bells or sirens, see compatible sounders liste

–38– Section 10. LONG RANGE RADIOGeneral InformationCheck availability of Models 7720 PLUS or 7820 long range radios.If output to long range radio

–39– Section 11. AUDIO ALARM VERIFICATION (AAV)UNITGeneral InformationAn Audio Alarm Verification (AAV) module, such as the Eagle 1241, is an ad

–4–Section 8. 4285 PHONE MODULE ... 32Installing th

–40–TERMINALS ON CONTROLEARTHGROUND21 22 23 24 25➡1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16PREMISESANSWERINGMACHINE ANDPHONESANSWERING MACHINE▲TIP

–41– Section 12. FINAL POWER UPThis section provides information about final power-up procedures and battery size calculations.Earth Ground Conn

–42–Making the Battery Connections1. Use the battery standby formula (above) to select the appropriate battery forthe installation.Do not connect the

–43– Section 13. MECHANICS OF PROGRAMMINGThis section provides information on how to use the system's programmingmodes. It will enable you to

–44–3. If the number of digits that you need to enter in a data field is less than themaximum digits available (for example, the phone number field),

–45– Section 14.ZONE RESPONSE TYPE DEFINITIONSGeneral InformationYou must assign a zone type to each zone, which defines the way in which thesystem

–46–Type 0624-hour Silent AlarmThis zone type sends a report to the Central Station but provides no keypaddisplay or sounding. This zone type is usual

–47– Section 15. DATA FIELD DESCRIPTIONSDescriptions of System Data FieldsTHE BLANK PROGRAMMING FORM SHOULD BE USED TO RECORD THE DATA FOR THIS IN

–48–*27 POWERLINE CARRIER DEVICE (X-10) HOUSE ID 0 Powerline Carrier devices require a House ID. This field identifies thisHouse ID to the control.I

–49–*33 ALARM BELL TIMEOUT 1 0 = No timeout1 = 4 min2 = 8 min3 = 12 min4 = 16 minThis field determines whether the external sounder will shut off a

–5–Section 23. SYSTEM OPERATION ... 79Security Cod

–50–DIALER PROGRAMMING(*40–*50)*40 PABX ACCESS CODE (See Box at Left) | | | | | Enter up to 6 digits if PABX is needed to access an o

–51– *49 SPLIT/DUAL REPORTING 0 Use options 0 - 5 when reporting to standard telephone receiversTO PRIMARY TO SECONDARY0 = All reports none, unl

–52–*52 TEST REPORT OFFSET 2 0 = 24 hours after exiting program mode or download1 = 6 hours after exiting program mode or download2 = 12 hours aft

–53–SYSTEM STATUSREPORT CODES(*59–*68)*59 EXIT ERROR REPORT CODE (See box on previous page) 0 If the system is armed and an Entry/Exit or Inter

–54–*67 RF XMTR LOW BATTERY REPORT CODE 0 | 0 This is sent in the event that a wireless transmitter low battery conditionexists. (See box)*68

–55–*90 EVENT LOGGING 3 0 = No event logging1 = log Alarm/Alarm Restore2 = log Trouble/Trouble Restore4 = log Bypass/Bypass Restore8 = log Open/C

–56–*95 RING DETECTION COUNT FOR DOWNLOADING 0 0-15 = number of rings before control picks up phone lineRefer to the chart below and program this

–57– Section 16. ZONE PROGRAMMING (*56 Menu Mode)While in program mode, press *56 to enter Zone Programming MenuMode.Refer to the zone assignment tab

–58–Enter Zn Num.(00 = Quit) 10Zone 20 entered ↑Zone Number (Zn): Enter the zone number that you wish to program (or00 to exit zone programming). Pre

–59–10 INPUT DEV: LP#RF TRANS. RF: 1Loop number (LP#): Enter the loop number (1-4) for the zone of thetransmitter being enrolled. The default is l

–6–CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL MAIN SECTION TITLES ARE SHOWN IN REVERSE TYPEBefore you begin using this manual, it is important that you under

–60–ZN ZT P RC IN: L10 03 1 00 RF: 1 s The summary screen for the zone will appear. Note that an "s" indicatesthat a serial num

–61– Section 17. OUTPUT DEVICE PROGRAMMING*80 Menu Mode)Programming Options DefinedThe following will help you understand the programming of Output D

–62–If a "SYSTEM OPERATION" is chosen (e.g., End of Exit Time),that operation will cause the device to activate as selected in"ACTION.”

–63–Programming Output Relays and Powerline Carrier DevicesWhile in program mode, press *80 to enter Output Device Menu Mode. Thismode is used to prog

–64–02 Start: PartAny Partition AEnter (if applicable) the partition number 1 or 2 (or 0 for any).Press the [*] key to continue.02 Stop: Zn ListNo Lis

–65– Section 18. ZONE LISTS (*81 Menu Mode)While in program mode, press *81 to enter Zone List Menu Mode. This modeis used to program zone lists for

–66–Section 19.ALPHA DESCRIPTOR PROGRAMMINGThis section provides instructions for programming alpha zone descriptors. This is recommendedfor systems u

–67–Summary Mode DisplayDefault Descriptor [S ZN 01 ZONE 01If a descriptor was not enteredpreviously for zone 1, the defaultdescriptor for zone 1 wi

–68–S ZN 01 BACKDOOR +Flashing Cursor if “6” ispressed (system ready fornext word). 9. Press “6” to accept the selected word. NOTE: If these

–69–Adding Custom Words (will not be annunciated by 4285 Phone Module)You can add up to 10 installer-defined words to the built-in vocabulary. Each of

–7– Section 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe VISTA-20SE is a 2-partition control that supports up to 32 zones, using basic hard-wired,wired expansion,

–70–ALPHA VOCABULARY LIST(For Entering Zone Descriptors)NOTE: The list below is a revised vocabulary list which differs from earlier versions of the V

–71–Section 20. USING * 83 SEQUENTIAL MODEUse *83 Sequential mode when a wireless transmitter is to be physically added, removed, or simplychanged (as

–72–10 INPUT S/N: L Axxx xxxx5. This prompt is displayed when the system has found the next zone whichneeds to be enrolled. The system will respo

–73–10 CONFIRMED A022-4064 3When the system sees activity on the appropriate input, it will beep threetimes and display the confirmation message.

–74– Section 21. REMOTE PROGRAMMING AND CONTROL (DOWNLOADING)General InformationThe VISTA-20SE can be remotely programmed from an IBM compatibl

–75–Remote Programming InformationThe downloading system can perform many functions when in communicationwith the control unit. Besides uploading and

–76– Section 22. SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONThis section provides an explanation of formats this system accommodates for reporting alarmsand other system

–77–The following describes each format in greater detail.3+1 and 4+1 Standard Formats Comprise a 3- (or 4-) digit subscriber number and a single digi

–78–Ademco Contact ID Reporting takes the following format:CCCC Q EEE GG ZZZwhere: CCCC = Customer (subscriber) IDQ = Event qualifier, where:E = new e

–79– Section 23. SYSTEM OPERATIONSecurity CodesInstaller CodeThe installer programs the 4-digit Installer Code initially as part of theprogramming

–8–Security Codes• One installer code for entire system (user 1)• One Master code for each partition (user 2)• 12 secondary user codes for each partit

–80–Keypad FunctionsGeneral Information Note that if you enabled QUICK ARM for the partition (field *21), the [#] key canbe pressed instead of enterin

–81–Panic Keys There are three panic key pairs or (on some keypads) lettered keys that, ifprogrammed, can be used to manually initiate alarms and send

–82–Trouble Conditions(See Troubleshooting Guide also)General Information The word "CHECK" on the Keypad's display, accompanied by a ra

–83– Section 24. TESTING THE SYSTEMTest ProcedureAfter installation is completed, each partition of the Security System should becarefully tested,

–84–• When one button of a transmitter (RF, UR, or BR) is activated, all zonesassigned to other buttons on that transmitter are cleared. This also app

–85– Section 25. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDESYSTEM (including Wireless)SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY1. Transmitter signal notreceived at 5881/5882.1a. Tr

–86–TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (continued)CONTROLSYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY1. "AC POWER" light off. 1a. Interrupted AC power supply. 1a. Check

–87–CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORTPLEASE,Before you call Technical Support, be sure you:• READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!• Check all wiring connections.• Determi

–88–REGULATORY AGENCY STATEMENTSUL NOTICE: This is a "Grade A" residential system.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENTT

–89– Section 26. SPECIFICATIONS & ACCESSORIESSpecificationsVISTA-20SE SECURITYCONTROL1. Physical: 12-1/2" W x 14-1/2" H x 3"

–9–Optional Long Range Radio• Allows all messages that have been programmed to go to the primarytelephone number to be reported additionally to a 7720

–90–6127REMOTE KEYPAD1. Physical: 5-3/4" W x 4-3/4" H x 1" D (146mm x 121mm x 26mm)2. Electrical: Voltage Input: 12VDC; Current Drain:

–91–Accessories (Compatible Devices)No. 1321 16.5VAC, 25VA Plug-In TransformerNo. 4300 Powerline Carrier device Interface AC TransformerSounders Ademc

–92–APPENDIX A.5800 RF System Wireless TransmittersTransmitter Input Loop Identification5800 Series Transmitter Input Loop Identification• All of the

– 93 –INDEX1-minute delay ... 411011BE12M ...

– 94 –Cabinet Lock ... 10Caller ID unit ...

– 95 –Primary Subs Account. No. ... 50Program Upload or Download Time ... 75Prog

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– 98 –WARNINGTHE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEMWhile this System is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection agai

– 99 –AUX. POWEROUTPUT10.5-13.8VDC600mA MAX.INTERRUPTSFOR FIREALARM RESETNOTE:KEYPAD(S) CURRENT (INBOTH PARTITIONS)AND ALLOTHERDEVICESDRAWINGPOWER FRO