Remote Programming And Control; General Information; Equipment Required; Initial Download - ADEMCO Vista-20 Installation Instructions Manual

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General
Information
The VISTA-20 can be remotely programmed horn an IBM compatible Per-
sonal Computer (PC), a HAYES Modem, and Ademco'sV-LINK@ Software(as
specifiedbelow).
Programming the control from a remote location is protected against
compromise by someoneattempting to defeat the system, using multi-levels
of securi@ protection
1. Security Code Handshake: An 8-digit download ID code must be
matched between the conirol
and
the downloader.
2. Site Initiated Remote Progr ammin~ The installer or subscriber initi-
ates the callback fkomthe subscriberpremises(by entering Installer code+ #
+ 1) while disarmed. AU parameters can then be downloaded via the phone
lines using a personal computer.
3. Station Initiated Remote Programming: The operator calls the site
horn your office to initiate the downloadcall. The control hangs up aud then
calls back the PC via the preprogrammed telephone number. The unit can
then be uploaded, downloaded,or controlledtim your office.
4. Data EmcryptiorE Data passedbetweenthe PC and the control is en-
crypted for security sothat it is very diflicultfor a foreign devicetapped
into the phone line to take over communication and substitute system
compromising information.
Equipment Required
At the premises:
. VISTA-20 and keypad,
At the installer's officdhome:
An
IBM PC
compatiblecomputer.
Either a HAYES brand SMARTMODEM 1200 ~vel 1.2 or higher external
or Level 1.1 or higher (with 4 position DIP switch) internal stylel,or a
HAYES brand Optima 24 Plus FAX96 Modem.
V-LINK@ Dowxdoa&ngSoRwareDiskette(at revision level supporting the
VISTA-20).
Appropriate interconnectingcables.
Initial Download
Enter Installer code + # + 5. This sets field *95 to 4 rings, and system to
"no call-back" option. The downloadcomputercan then call the subscriber,
make connection,and download all programming items.
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The downloadingsystemcan perform manyfunctionswhenin communication
with the controlunit. Besides uploadingand downloading,the status of the
system can be observedand variouscommands can be initiated,as follows:
km the System in the Away Mode; Disarm the System.
Bypass a Zone.
Force the System to Accepta New Program Download.
Shut Down Communication (dialer) Functions (non-payment of monitoring
feesin an owned system).
Shut Down dl Security System Functions (non-payment for a leased
system).
Inhibit Local Keypad Programming (preventsaccounttakeover).
Command the System to Upload a Copy of its Resident Program to the
office.
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