Remote Programming/Control (Downloading); General Information; Remote Programming Information - Honeywell LYNX Touch Series Installation And Setup Manual

LYNX Touch Installation and Setup Guide

Remote Programming/Control (Downloading)

General Information

The control panel can be remotely programmed from an IBM-compatible Personal Computer (PC), Compass
Downloader, a HAYES compatible Modem or via a capable GSM or IP Communications Module. When
connected to the COMPASS Downloader – "SERVICE UPDATE" appears on touch screen.
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Downloading may only be performed if a technician is at the site.
Multiple security levels protect remote programming against compromise by attempts to defeat the system.
1. Security Code Handshake: A download ID code is verified for authenticity before connection is
established.
2. Site-Initiated Remote Programming: The installer initiates downloading by selecting the "Initiate
Download" button on the Installer programming screen.
3. Station-Initiated Remote Programming: The operator calls the site from your office to initiate the
download call. The Control hangs up and then calls back the PC via the preprogrammed telephone
number. The unit can then be uploaded, downloaded, or controlled from your office.
4. Data Encryption: Data passed between the PC and the Control is encrypted for security so that it is
very difficult for a foreign device tapped into the phone line to take over communication and substitute
system-compromising information.
Equipment required to download to a system at the premises
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Compass Downloader for Windows (at revision level supporting LYNX Touch).
Flexible Callback: If enabled in Installer Programming, the download operator can temporarily change
the last 1, 2, or 3 digits (depending on selection) of the call back number. This allows the control to call back
a computer other than the one programmed, which may be helpful at times of high computer traffic.

Remote Programming Information

If using Remote Programming, the LYNX Touch must be connected to the telephone line, GSM Cellular or
to the Internet, as applicable.
The downloading system can perform many functions when in communication with the Control. Besides
uploading and downloading, the status of the system can be observed and various commands can be
initiated, as follows:
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Arm the system in the away mode; disarm the system.
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Bypass a zone.
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Force the system to accept a new program download.
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Shut down communication functions (for nonpayment of monitoring fees in an owned system).
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Shut down all security system functions (for nonpayment for a leased system).
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Inhibit local keypad programming (prevents account takeover).
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Command the system to upload a copy of its resident program to the office.
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Set the time
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View/Modify
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Read: arming status, AC power status, lists of faulted zones, bypassed zones, zones currently in alarm,
zones currently in trouble, and RF sensors with low battery conditions; read control's time.
Notes: (1) After the control and the PC have established valid communication, "Service Update" will be displayed on the
LCD.
(2) The detailed operation of the download functions is covered in the installation instructions for the Compass
Downloader for Windows.
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