Honeywell VAM Installation & Setup Manual

Honeywell VAM Installation & Setup Manual

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VAM (VISTA Automation Module) - Installation & Setup Guide
Introduction
VISTA Automation Module (herein referred to as "VAM") combines home automation and home security and is intended
for use with compatible VISTA
technology allowing VISTA installations to support Z-Wave devices.
The VISTA Automation Module also supports Remote Services for controlling Z-Wave devices and Scenes remotely from
an associated Total Connect™ account.
VAM is controlled using a web browser on a Wi-Fi enabled smart device such as a Tablet PC, laptop, Smartphone, etc.
DISPLAY NOTE: For optimum viewing of the screens and menus, the tablet's font size setting may need to be adjusted.
Make Wiring Connections
Connect VAM to the control panel's keypad data (ECP)
terminals using a standard 4-wire keypad connector harness.
Wire Connections to the Control Panel
Mount the VAM
VAM is for indoor use only and should be mounted near the
control panel or a keypad connected to the control panel for
ease of wiring.
VAM mounts to a wall surface by hanging on two screws. See
the diagram below.
• Leave the screw heads 1/8" above the wall surface.
• If necessary, drill a hole in the wall for the wire harness to
pass through.
• Connect the wire harness to the VAM before mounting.
Refer to control panel's installation instructions for ECP wire
limitations.
Insert an SD/SDHC Memory Card
An SD card must be installed to receive automatic software
upgrades. The SD card can be left in the VAM. See Software
Upgrades section.
• Avoid touching the contacts on the card
• 4GB SD card supplied
• Supports up to 16GB SD Card
Insert the memory card (SD/SDHC Card) as shown.
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series control panels. VAM includes a built-in web server, Wi-Fi
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Verify that VAM and other connected devices do not exceed the
control's Aux Power output capability. If it does, use a
supplementary power supply as shown.
IMPORTANT: When VAM is powered from an auxiliary power
supply, always apply power to the control panel first and then VAM.
Failure to observe this sequence results in improper operation of
VAM and may result in an ECP Error indication.
Supplementary Power Connections
capability, and Z-Wave
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Summary of Contents for Honeywell VAM

  • Page 1 Total Connect™ account. VAM is controlled using a web browser on a Wi-Fi enabled smart device such as a Tablet PC, laptop, Smartphone, etc. DISPLAY NOTE: For optimum viewing of the screens and menus, the tablet’s font size setting may need to be adjusted.
  • Page 2: Front Panel Leds

    NOTES: 1. Before setting up the network, set your smart device for Wi-Fi operation only (turn off 3G/4G option). 2. If the wireless router is later replaced, these steps must be repeated to connect the VAM to the new router.
  • Page 3 ® On VISTA Plus series or equivalent Use data field *189 to enable an unused device address 1, 2, 5 or 6 for VAM. Addresses 1 and 2 are enabled by default. ® On VISTA Turbo and Commercial VISTA Series (VISTA-128BP, VISTA-128FBP, etc.)
  • Page 4: Set The Time And Date

    NOTES: 1. Device IDs for Z-Wave devices could be different on VAM and Total Connect web pages. 2. Total Connect supports the first 40 switches, the first 3 thermostats, and the first 4 door locks enrolled in VAM. 3. The VAM cannot synchronize panel users to the lock.
  • Page 5: Adding Z-Wave Devices

    IMPORTANT: Connect cameras only when accessing VAM via the home router network. Follow the camera’s instructions for mounting. To add a camera to VAM, it must be connected via an Ethernet cable, even if the camera is wireless. After a wireless camera is added, the Ethernet cable can be removed.
  • Page 6: Z-Wave Troubleshooting

    Z-Wave Troubleshooting • Cannot add new device Make sure the Z-Wave device is within range of the VAM. You may need to move the device closer to the VAM. Refer to the Z-Wave device Instruction Guide for proper range. • Device is within proper range but still is not included 1.
  • Page 7: Software Upgrades

    SD card. 1. Copy the software upgrade file to the SD card. 2. Insert the SD card and recycle power on the VAM (or press the Reset button using a paper clip). The yellow Operation LED flashes during the upgrade process.
  • Page 8 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) AND INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) STATEMENTS To aid in the navigation through the VAM WIFI screens, a set of The user shall not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless user-friendly icons has been provided.

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