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User's Manual
VISTA-50P
VISTA-50PUL
N5943-6 7/95

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  • Page 1 Previous Menu User's Manual VISTA-50P VISTA-50PUL N5943-6 7/95...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SYSTEM OVERVIEW ........3 BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES....22 A Partitioned System ........ 3 Quick Bypass ........23 Zones ............ 3 Displaying Bypassed Protection Zones ..23 ARMING PERIMETER ONLY (STAY)... 24 Fire Protection......... 4 Burglary Protection ........4 ARMING PERIMETER ONLY (INSTANT) ..

  • Page 3: System Overview

    Security System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today. Ademco is the world's largest manufacturer of security systems and millions of premises are protected by Ademco systems. This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire and emergency.

  • Page 4: Fire Protection

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW 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.

  • Page 5: Speed Key (Macros)

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW Speed Key The system can store a string of up to 16 keystrokes, which can (Macros) be activated anytime by simply pressing the "D" key. This feature can be used to make it easy to perform a complicated procedure (such as going to another partition to bypass a zone), or it can be used to simplify an everyday, repeated procedure.

  • Page 6: Accessing Other Partitions (Goto Command) 5 Master Keypad Operation

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW Master Keypad A "Master" keypad is one on which the status of all 8 partitions is Operation displayed simultaneously. A user can get more information about a certain partition by simply entering Q + the desired partition number (1-8). To log on to the "Master" partition (9) using the GOTO command, a user must have access to all partitions.

  • Page 7: About The Keypads

    ABOUT THE KEYPADS General Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads feature a telephone style (digital) keypad and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which shows the nature and location of all IMPORTANT: If the keypad beeps rapidly occurrences.

  • Page 8: Functions Of The Keypads

    FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD Ê ALPHA DISPLAY WINDOW: A 2-line, 32- INSTANT KEY: Arms in manner similar to character Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). STAY mode, but turns off the entry delay Displays protection point identification and period, offering greater security while inside system status, messages,...
  • Page 9 ARMED READY AWAY STAY TEST BYPASS INSTANT CODE CHIME READY PANIC LOCATION OF DEDICATED PANIC KEYS. KEY D USED AS SPEED KEY (if programmed) Note: Unless stated otherwise, most procedures in this manual apply to all keypad types and styles. Some procedures, however, are specifically intended for use by alpha keypads only.

  • Page 10: Functions Of The Keypads

    FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPADS Fixed-Word Keypad Displays AWAY: All burglary zones, interior & perimeter, are armed. STAY: Perimeter burglary zones, such as windows & doors, are armed. INSTANT: Perimeter burglary zones armed and entry delay is turned off. BYPASS: One or more burglary protection zones have been bypassed.

  • Page 11: Entry/Exit Delays

    ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS General Information Your system has preset time delays, known as exit delay and entry delay. Whenever you arm your system, exit delay gives you time to leave through the designated exit door without setting off an alarm. Exit delay begins immediately after entering any arming command, and applies to all modes of arming protection.

  • Page 12: Security Codes & Authority Levels

    SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS General At the time of installation, you were assigned an authority level Information and a personal four-digit security code, known only to you and yours. The security code must be entered when arming and disarming the system. The authority level defines the system functions that you can perform.

  • Page 13: Authority Levels

    SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS Authority Levels Authority levels define the system functions a particular user can perform. Depending on the authority assigned to you, there are certain system functions you may be prohibited from performing. In summary, there are six authority levels, each having certain system restrictions as shown below.
  • Page 14 SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS General Rules on ¥ A user may not delete or change the user code of the SAME or Authority Levels HIGHER authority than which he is assigned. and Changes ¥ A user may only ADD users to a LOWER authority level. ¥...

  • Page 15: To Add A User

    SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS To Add a User IMPORTANT: Temporary users should not be shown how to use any system function they do not need to know (e.g. bypassing protection zones). CODE 1. Enter Master or Manager code and press the Ê8Ê...
  • Page 16 SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS If you as a user have access to other To Add a User MULTI-ACCESS ? partitions, the keypad will prompt for ability (continued) 0 = NO , 1 = YES of this new user to access (GOTO) those partitions.

  • Page 17: To Change A User's Code

    SECURITY CODES & AUTHORITY LEVELS CODE To Change a 1. Enter Master or Manager code and press the 8 key + user User's Code number to be changed. 2. Enter the new code for that user. The system will recognize that the user ADD NEW USER? number is already in use and will prompt 0 = NO , 1 = YES...

  • Page 18: Accessing Other Partitions

    ACCESSING OTHER PARTITIONS (GOTO Command and Global Arming) To Access Each keypad is assigned a default partition for display purposes, Another Partition and will show only that partition's information. But, if the user is authorized, a keypad in one partition can be used to perform system functions in other partitions by using the G O T O command.
  • Page 19 ACCESSING OTHER PARTITIONS Master Keypad The status of each partition is directly below the partition number Operation on the display. Possible status indications include: (continued) A = Armed Away M = Armed Maximum S = Armed Stay I = Armed Instant R = Ready N = Not Ready B = Bypassed/Ready T = Alarm Memory/Trouble present...

  • Page 20: Checking For Open Zones

    CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows and Using the Q other protection zones must be closed or bypassed (see READY Key BYPASSING section). Otherwise the keypad will display a "Not Ready" message. Using the READY key will display all zones that are faulted, making it easier for you to secure any open zones.

  • Page 21: Displaying All Zone Descriptors

    DISPLAYING ALL ZONE DESCRIPTORS The Alpha Keypads can also display all the zone descriptors that Using the Q are programmed in your system. The abbreviated instructions for READY Key the R E A D Y key will appear first, followed by the zone descriptors.

  • Page 22: Bypassing Protection Zones

    BYPASSING PROTECTION Z O N E S This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or Using the 6 more zones intentionally unprotected. Bypassed zones are BYPASS Key unprotected and will not cause an alarm when violated while your system is armed.

  • Page 23: Quick Bypass

    BYPASSING PROTECTION Z O N E S Quick Bypass Your system allows you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. Note: All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security code plus OFF) is performed. To use the Quick Bypass feature: BYPASS 1.

  • Page 24: Arming Perimeter Only (Stay)

    ARMING PERIMETER ONLY (With Entry Delay ON) Use this key when you are staying home, but might expect Using the 3 someone to use the entrance door later. STAY key When armed in STAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises.

  • Page 25: Arming Perimeter Only (Instant)

    ARMING PERIMETER ONLY (With Entry Delay OFF) Using the Use this key when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to use the entrance door. 7 INSTANT Key When armed in INSTANT mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises.

  • Page 26: Arming All Protection (Away)

    ARMING ALL PROTECTION (With Entry Delay ON) Using the Use this key when no one will be staying on the premises. 2 AWAY Key When armed in AWAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises.

  • Page 27: Arming All Protection (Maximum)

    ARMING ALL PROTECTION (With Entry Delay OFF) Using the Use this key when the premises will be vacant for extended periods of time such as vacations, etc., or when no one will be 4 MAXIMUM Key moving through protected interior areas. When armed in MAXIMUM mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises.

  • Page 28: Disarming And Silencing Alarms

    DISARMING AND SILENCING ALARMS Using the The OFF key is used to disarm the system and to silence alarm and trouble sounds. See "SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE 1 OFF Key NOTIFICATION" section for information which will help you to distinguish between FIRE and BURGLARY alarm sounds. IMPORTANT: If you return and the main burglary sounder is on, DO NOT enter the premises, but call the police from a nearby safe location.

  • Page 29: Using The Keyswitch

    USING THE KEYSWITCH General Your system may be equipped with a keyswitch for use when arming and disarming. A red and green light on the keyswitch plate indicate the status of your system as follows: Green Light: Lights when the system is disarmed and ready to be armed (no open zones).

  • Page 30: Chime Mode

    CHIME MODE Your system can be set to alert you to the opening of a door or Using the 9 Key window while it is disarmed by using CHIME mode. When activated, three tones will sound at the Keypad whenever a protected perimeter door or window is opened, and the Not Ready message will be displayed.

  • Page 31: Viewing Central Station Messages

    VIEWING CENTRAL STATION MESSAGES General Information Users of the system may periodically receive messages on their display screens from their monitoring agency or installer. When a message is waiting to be viewed, the message shown below will appear. MESSAGE. PRESS 0 FOR 5 SECS.

  • Page 32: Panic Keys

    PANIC KEYS (FOR MANUALLY ACTIVATING SILENT AND/OR AUDIBLE ALARMS) Using Your system may have been programmed to use special key Panic Keys combinations to manually activate panic functions. The functions that might be programmed are Silent Emergency, Audible Emergency, Personal Emergency, and Fire. See your installer for the function(s) that may have been programmed for your system.

  • Page 33: Speed Key (Macros)

    SPEED KEY (MACROS) General Information The "D" key can be used to activate a string of commands up to 16 keystrokes. These commands are known as a macro and are stored in the system's memory. Typical Speed Key functions include: ¥...

  • Page 34: Access Door Control

    ACCESS DOOR CONTROL General Information Your system may be set up such that a locked access door (such as in a lobby) can be unlocked using a keypad command. Ask your installer if this has been done in your system. To activate this command: Enter your security code and press 0 .

  • Page 35: Using #70 Relay Menu Mode

    USING #70 RELAY MENU MODE General Information Your system may be set up so that certain lights or other devices can be turned on or off by using the #70 command from either a keypad or a telephone keypad (if 4285 VIP module is used). Ask your installer if this has been done in your system.

  • Page 36: Using Schedules

    USING SCHEDULES Delaying the Your system's programmed schedules may automatically arm the Closing Time system at a predetermined time. In the event a user must stay on the premises later than usual, users with master or manager authority levels can manually delay the automatic arming (closing) time up to 2 hours.

  • Page 37: Temporary Open/Close Schedules

    USING SCHEDULES Temporary Temporary schedules allow you to override the normal schedules Open/Close programmed by the installer. Temporary schedules can be in Schedules effect for up to one week, and take effect as soon as they are programmed. Schedules are comprised of an arming (closing) time window and a disarming (opening) time window.
  • Page 38 USING SCHEDULES Programming Temporary schedules only affect the partition from which it is Temporary entered. Temporary schedules can be reused at later dates Schedules simply by scrolling (by pressing #) to the DAYS? prompt (described below) and activating the appropriate days. This should be considered when defining daily time windows.
  • Page 39 USING SCHEDULES Programming After the windows for that day have DISARM Temporary been completed, the system will prompt WIND. Schedules for disarm and arm time windows for the 07:45AM (continued) next day. Repeat the procedure for all 08:45AM days of the week. When all of the days have been completed, the system will ask which days are to be activated.

  • Page 40: Programming Device Timers

    PROGRAMMING DEVICE TIMERS Device timers consist of an ON time & an OFF time, and selected General Information days of the week in which they are active. There are up to 20 timers that can be used to control various devices, such as lights or appliances.
  • Page 41 PROGRAMMING DEVICE TIMERS Enter the time you want the device 00 ON TIME ? turned on using 00:01 - 11:59 format. 00:00 PM When the display shows the desired time, press the * key to move to the AM/PM field. Press any key 0-9 to change the AM/PM indication.

  • Page 42: Testing The System

    TESTING THE SYSTEM (TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY) Using the The TEST key puts your system into Test mode, which allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. 5 TEST Key 1. Disarm the system and close all protected windows, doors, etc.
  • Page 43 TESTING THE SYSTEM Testing Your 1. Open and close each protected door and window in turn and System listen for three beeps. The identification of each faulted protection point should appear on the display. 2. Walk in front of any interior motion detectors (if used) and listen for three beeps as movement is detected.

  • Page 44: Trouble Conditions

    TROUBLE CONDITIONS Typical "Check" The word CHECK on the Keypad's display, accompanied by a Displays rapid "beeping" at the Keypad, indicates that there is a trouble condition in the system. To silence the beeping sound for "check" conditions, press any key. 1.

  • Page 45: Servicing Information

    MODEM COMM NO AC = AC LOSS SERVICING INFORMATION Your local Ademco dealer is the person best qualified to service your alarm system. Arranging some kind of regular service program with him is advisable. Your local Ademco dealer is: Name:...

  • Page 46: Fire Alarm System

    FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (IF INSTALLED) General Your fire alarm system (if installed) is on 24 hours a day, providing continuous protection. In the event of an emergency, the installed smoke and heat detectors will automatically send signals to your Control/Communicator, triggering a loud, interrupted sound from the Keypad.

  • Page 47: Recommendations For Proper

    RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER PROTECTION THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE LOCATION OF FIRE AND BURGLARY DETECTION DEVICES HELP PROVIDE PROPER COVERAGE FOR THE PROTECTED PREMISES. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SMOKE AND HEAT DETECTORS With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard #72 noted below.
  • Page 48 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER PROTECTION (cont.) In addition, we recommend the following: ¥ Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom where a smoker sleeps. ¥ Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom where someone sleeps with the door partly or completely closed. Smoke could be blocked by the closed door.

  • Page 49: Emergency Evacuation

    EMERGENCY EVACUATION Establish and regularly practice a plan of escape in the event of fire. The following steps are recommended by the National Fire Protection Association: 1. Position your detector or your interior and/or exterior sounders so that they can be heard by all occupants. 2.

  • Page 50: Maintaining Your System

    MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM Taking Care of Your The components of your security system are designed to be as System free of maintenance as possible. However, there are some things you can do to make sure that your system is in reliable working condition.
  • Page 51 MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM Silencing Low The keypadÕs warning tones can be silenced by performing an Battery Warning OFF sequence (code plus OFF key), but the Keypad's low Tones at the battery message display will remain on as a reminder that you Keypad have a low battery condition in one or more of your sensors.

  • Page 52: Quick Guide To System Functions

    QUICK GUIDE TO SYSTEM FUNCTIONS FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Check Zones Press [Q] To view faulted zones when system not ready. Display All Press and hold [Q] Displays all alpha descriptors programmed Descriptors for 5 seconds by installer. Arm System Enter code Arms system in mode selected.
  • Page 53 QUICK GUIDE TO SYSTEM FUNCTIONS FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS GOTO Partition Enter security code Allows a user at one keypad to perform Press [Q] functions in another partition, Enter partition number (1-8) if that user is authorized to do so. 0 returns to default partition Add a User Enter master/manager code Master &...

  • Page 54: Summary Of Audible Notification

    SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATION (ALPHA DISPLAY KEYPADS) S O U N D C A U S E DISPLAY LOUD, FIRE ALARM FIRE is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is displayed. INTERRUPTED* Keypad & External LOUD, BURGLARY/AUDIBLE ALARM is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is also CONTINUOUS* EMERGENCY ALARM displayed.

  • Page 55: Glossary

    GLOSSARY The following terms are used throughout the manual. ARM/DISARM: "Armed" simply means that the burglary portion of your system is turned ON and is in a state of readiness. "Disarmed" means that the burglary system is turned OFF, and must be rearmed to become operational.
  • Page 56 UL NOTICE: This is a "GRADE A" system. "FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT" This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The FCC requires the following statement for your information: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
  • Page 57 "FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 68 NOTICE This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
  • Page 58 CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC) STATEMENT NOTICE AVIS The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies L'Žtiquette du minist•re des Communications du Canada certified equipment. This certification means that the identifie le matŽriel homologuŽ. Cette Žtiquette certifie que le equipment meets certain telecommunications network matŽriel est conforme ˆ...
  • Page 59 WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or fire or other emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons. For example: ¥...
  • Page 60 WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM (continued) ¥ Alarm warning devices such as sirens, bells or horns may not alert people or wake up sleepers if they are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors. If warning devices sound on a different level of the residence from the bedrooms, then they are less likely to waken or alert people inside the bedrooms.

  • Page 61: Insurance Credit Request Form

    OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST This form should be completed and forwarded to your homeowner's insurance carrier for possible premium credit. A. GENERAL INFORMATION: Insured's Name and Address: Insurance Company: Policy No.: ADEMCO's VISTA-50 OtherÊ ___________________________ Type of Alarm: Burglary Fire Both ÊÊÊÊ...
  • Page 62 OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST (cont.) E. SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS Furnace Room Kitchen Bedrooms Attic ÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ Basement Living Room Dining Room Hall ÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ F. BURGLARY DETECTING DEVICE LOCATIONS: Front Door Basement Door Rear Door All Exterior ÊÊÊÊ...
  • Page 63 Lo Bat ..........44 Access Door ......... 34 Low Battery .......... 50 Add A User ........... 15 Low Battery Warning ......51 Ademco Dealer ........45 Maintenance ......... 50 Alarm ..........4, 10 Manager ..........13 Alpha ............ 7 Master ..........13 Alpha Keypads ........
  • Page 64 ADEMCO ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Alarm Device Manufacturing Company, a Division of Pittway Corporation, and its divisions, subsidiaries and affiliates ("Seller"), 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791, warrants its security equipment (the "product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of original purchase, under normal use and service.
  • Page 65 EVENT LOGGING PROCEDURES General Information neral Information The system has the ability to record various events in a history log wherein each event is recorded in one of five categories (listed below), with the time and date of its occurrence. The Event Log holds up to 224 events, with the oldest event being replaced by the logging of any new event after the log is full.
  • Page 66 EVENT LOGGING PROCEDURES (continued) 4. Use the [3] & [1] keys (for next and ALARM EVENT LOG Typical Category previous categories respectively) to TYPE CCC UUU Select Screen display the categories of events. ALARM EVENT LOG Press [8] to select a category and Displays time and date for zones that have display the first event.

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