Manual for VISTA-20P - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download

Manual for VISTA-20P - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download

Brand: Honeywell

Category: Security System

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Manual Publish Date: 2004-10-01

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This manual provides instructions for programming the Honeywell Ademco VISTA-20P security system. Key programming aspects include:

  • Programming Mode Commands: Entering and exiting programming mode, navigating data fields, initializing and resetting system defaults.
  • Basic Codes: Setting installer codes and understanding basic system codes.
  • Zone Programming: Configuring zone characteristics, report codes, and alpha descriptors.
  • Output Device Mapping and Programming: Assigning module addresses and programming output functions.
  • System Setup: Configuring system options such as entry/exit delays, alarm sounder timeouts, and reporting formats.

Refer to the Table of Contents for detailed sections on each programming aspect to customize your security system settings.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Message Description
OC = OPEN CIRCUIT No communication between Keypad and Control.
EE or ENTRY ERROR ERROR (invalid field number entered; re-enter valid field number).
After powering up, AC, dl (disabled) or Busy Standby and NOT READY Will be displayed after approximately 4 seconds.
This will revert to a "Ready" message In approximately 1 minute, which allows PIRS, etc. to stabilize. You can bypass this delay by pressing [#] + [0].
If E4 or E8 appears More zones than the expansion units can handle have been programmed. The display will clear after you correct the programming.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Message Description
OC = OPEN CIRCUIT No communication between Keypad and Control.
EE or ENTRY ERROR ERROR (invalid field number entered; re-enter valid field number).
After powering up, AC, dl (disabled) or Busy Standby and NOT READY Will be displayed after approximately 4 seconds.
This will revert to a "Ready" message In approximately 1 minute, which allows PIRS, etc. to stabilize. You can bypass this delay by pressing [#] + [0].
If E4 or E8 appears More zones than the expansion units can handle have been programmed. The display will clear after you correct the programming.