Honeywell Home Ademco Vista-V21SIALTE Assembly instructions

ADEMCO VISTA SERIES
VISTA-21iPLTE/V21SIALTE
Security Systems
Installation and Setup Guide
800-25358V1A 8/19 Rev A

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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.
Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and
areas of the household as follows: For minimum protection a smoke detector should be installed outside of
each separate sleeping area, and on each additional floor of a multi-floor family living unit, including
basements. The installation of smoke detectors in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or in garages is not
normally recommended.
For additional protection the NFPA recommends that you install heat or smoke detectors in the living room,
dining room, bedroom(s), kitchen, hallway(s), attic, furnace room, utility and storage rooms, basements and
attached garages.
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. Also, an alarm in the hallway outside may not wake
up the sleeper if the door is closed.
• Install a smoke detector inside bedrooms
where electrical appliances (such as
portable heaters, air conditioners or
humidifiers) are used.
•
Install a smoke detector at both ends of a
hallway if the hallway is more than 40 feet
(12 meters) long.
•
Install smoke detectors in any room where
an alarm control is located, or in any room
where alarm control connections to an AC
source or phone lines are made. If detectors
are not so located, a fire within the room
could prevent the control from reporting a
fire or an intrusion.
THIS CONTROL COMPLIES WITH NFPA
REQUIREMENTS FOR TEMPORAL PULSE
SOUNDING OF FIRE NOTIFICATION
APPLIANCES.
Recommendations For Proper Intrusion Protection
For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every possible point of entry to a home or
commercial premises. This would include any skylights that may be present, and the upper windows in a
multi-level building.
In addition, we recommend that radio backup be used in a security system so that alarm
signals can still be sent to the alarm monitoring station in the event that the telephone lines
are out of order (alarm signals are normally sent over the phone lines, if connected to an
alarm monitoring station).

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Table of Contents
Features and Installation Highlights...................................................................................................................... 1
Capabilities and Functions ................................................................................................................................... 1
Compatible Devices.............................................................................................................................................. 2
Important Installation Highlights (Installer Please Read) ..................................................................................... 2
Mounting and Wiring the Control........................................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Control Cabinet and PC Board ....................................................................................................... 3
Cabinet and Lock ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Mounting the PC Board Alone (no RF Receiver)............................................................................................ 3
Mounting Board with RF Receiver .................................................................................................................. 3
AUXILIARY DEVICE CURRENT DRAW WORKSHEET................................................................................ 4
AC Power, Battery, and Ground Connections...................................................................................................... 5
1361-GT Transformer ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Battery Connections........................................................................................................................................ 5
Battery Saver Feature ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Earth Ground................................................................................................................................................... 5
Sounder (Bell) Connections ................................................................................................................................. 6
Basic Connections........................................................................................................................................... 6
Supervised Output .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Keypads and Other Addressable Devices .................................................................................. 6
Connections .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Supplementary Power (optional)..................................................................................................................... 6
Keypad Notes.................................................................................................................................................. 7
Optional LTE-21V Module............................................................................................................................... 7
Table of Device Addresses .................................................................................................................................. 7
Hardwire Zones and Zone Expansion.................................................................................................................. 8
Hardwire Zones............................................................................................................................................... 8
Double-Balanced Zones.................................................................................................................................. 8
Zone Doubling................................................................................................................................................. 8
Smoke Detectors............................................................................................................................................. 9
Smoke Detector Notes .................................................................................................................................... 9
4219/4229 Expansion Zones .......................................................................................................................... 9
Installing the RF Receiver and Wireless Transmitter Zones.............................................................................. 10
Compatible Receivers ................................................................................................................................... 10
Receiver Connections ................................................................................................................................... 10
RF Receiver Notes........................................................................................................................................ 10
Installing the Transmitters ............................................................................................................................. 11
Transmitter Battery Life................................................................................................................................. 11
Installing a Keyswitch ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Keyswitch Connections ................................................................................................................................. 12
Keyswitch Notes............................................................................................................................................ 12
Connecting Relay Modules and Output Triggers ............................................................................................... 13
4204/4229 Relay Modules ............................................................................................................................ 13
On-Board Triggers......................................................................................................................................... 14
Audio Alarm Verification Connections........................................................................................................... 15
Internet (IP) Connection ................................................................................................................................ 17
LTE-21V Module Installation .............................................................................................................................. 17
General Information ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Mounting the Module..................................................................................................................................... 17
IP/Cell Status LEDs....................................................................................................................................... 19
Signal Quality ................................................................................................................................................ 19
Signal Quality and Status LEDs.................................................................................................................... 19
Signal Strength and Status LED locations – Status LED Functions Table ........................................................ 20
Inadequate Signal Strength;.......................................................................................................................... 20
Using Stand-Alone Communication Device .................................................................................................. 20
Programming Overview ........................................................................................................................................ 21
About Programming............................................................................................................................................ 21
Mechanics of Programming.........................................................................................................................................21
Data Field Programming Procedures.....................................................................................................................21
Interactive Mode Programming (∗56, *57, ∗58, ∗79, ∗80, ∗81, ∗82) ......................................................................22
Loading Factory Defaults/Initializing for Download ................................................................................................22
Exiting the Programming Mode..............................................................................................................................22
Zone Type Definitions..................................................................................................................................................22

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Data Field Programming ....................................................................................................................................... 25
About Data Field Programming.......................................................................................................................... 25
System Setup Fields (∗20 – ∗29) ....................................................................................................................... 25
Zone Sounds & Timing (∗31–∗39)...................................................................................................................... 26
Dialer Programming (∗40 – ∗50) ........................................................................................................................ 26
System Status Report Codes ............................................................................................................................. 28
Miscellaneous System Fields ............................................................................................................................. 29
Pager Programming Fields................................................................................................................................. 31
Miscellaneous System Fields ............................................................................................................................. 32
Configurable Zone Type Fields .......................................................................................................................... 33
Touch Screen Keypad (AUI) Enable .................................................................................................................. 35
Keypad Programming Fields .............................................................................................................................. 35
Menu Mode Programming .................................................................................................................................... 37
∗29 Menu Mode for IP and Cell Module Programming ...................................................................................... 37
IP/Cell Diagnostic Commands (
∗ 29 Menu Mode) .............................................................................................. 43
Registering the Control with AlarmNet ............................................................................................................... 46
Upload/Download via the Internet ...................................................................................................................... 46
Zones and Partitions .......................................................................................................................................... 47
About Zone Programming (∗56 and *58 Menu Modes)...................................................................................... 47
∗56 Zone Programming Procedure .................................................................................................................... 47
Completing Zone Programming ......................................................................................................................... 50
∗58 Expert Programming Mode Procedures...................................................................................................... 50
Wireless Key (Key Fob) Programming & Templates.......................................................................................... 52
About Output Device Programming (*79/*80 Menu Mode) ................................................................................ 54
Programming Output Devices ............................................................................................................................ 54
*79 Menu Mode: Output Device Mapping .......................................................................................................... 54
*80 Menu Mode: Defining Output Functions ...................................................................................................... 56
About Zone Lists (*81 Menu Mode).................................................................................................................... 58
Zone List Programming ...................................................................................................................................... 59
About Function Keys (*57 Menu Mode) ............................................................................................................. 60
Programming Function Keys .............................................................................................................................. 60
About Descriptor Programming (*82 Menu Mode) ............................................................................................. 61
Programming Zone Descriptors (Menu Mode ∗82) ............................................................................................ 61
Adding Custom Words (will not be annunciated by a voice keypad) ................................................................. 62
Programming Installer and User Schedules....................................................................................................... 64
AVS System Enable and Quick Programming Commands ............................................................................... 65
System Communication and Operation .............................................................................................................. 66
Panel Communication with Central Station........................................................................................................ 66
Report Code Formats......................................................................................................................................... 66
Ademco Contact ID®.......................................................................................................................................... 68
System Security Codes ...................................................................................................................................... 69
Panic Keys.......................................................................................................................................................... 71
Setting the Real-Time Clock............................................................................................................................... 71
Various System Trouble Displays ...................................................................................................................... 72
Testing the System................................................................................................................................................ 73
About Test Procedures....................................................................................................................................... 73
System Test........................................................................................................................................................ 73
Checking Transmitter Enrollment (Sniffer Mode) ............................................................................................... 73
Go/No Go Test Mode ......................................................................................................................................... 74
Dialer Communication Test and Periodic Test Reports ..................................................................................... 74
Automatic Standby Battery Tests....................................................................................................................... 75
Specifications & Accessories .............................................................................................................................. 77
Security Control.................................................................................................................................................. 77
Compatible Devices............................................................................................................................................ 77
5800 Series Transmitter Input Loop Identification.............................................................................................. 79
Regulatory Agency Statements ........................................................................................................................... 81
Limitations and Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... 83
CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT............................................................................................................ 84

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SECTION 1
Features and Installation Highlights
Compatibility: This document applies to systems with microprocessor version 4.25 or higher.
Features and procedures apply to both the VISTA-21iPLTE and V21SIALTE, except where differences are
noted.
SIA Installations: The V21SIALTE is a certified SIA-compliant control that meets SIA specifications for
False Alarm Reduction. The V21SIALTE is not certified as SIA-compliant, but can be programmed for
False Alarm Reduction. To program for False Alarm Reduction, follow the SIA Guidelines noted in the
applicable programming fields.
NOTE: Throughout this manual, device model numbers are Honeywell Home model numbers
unless otherwise noted.
Capabilities and Functions
Feature/Function
Description
Partitions
•2 partitions, can protect two independent areas
•Common zone option allows either partition to arm, while leaving a common area (ex.
lobby or foyer) disarmed for access into the other partition.
Zones
Up to 48 protection zones plus 16 keyfob zones (zones 49-64) for total of 64 zones:
•8 basic hardwired zones (zones 1-8) with optional zone-doubling feature
•Up to 40 additional wired zones (zones 9-48) using up to 5 4219/4229 modules
•Up to 40 wireless transmitter zones (5800 series; zones 9-48)
•Up to 4 configurable zone types
Security Codes
Up to 48 Security Codes, with separate authority levels and partition access
One-button arming
Dedicated keys can arm the system.
Schedules
Up to 32; can control devices and/or auto-arm/disarm
Keypad macros
Up to 4; activated by wired keypads
Paging
Up to 4 pagers; certain system conditions can report to pagers; can use a dedicated key
on keypads to send a signal to a pager
Event Logging
100 events; log display is done via Compass Downloader software or installer/master
code at Keypad
Zone descriptors
Can assign for all zones (for alpha display keypads).
Bell supervision
Optional, detects external sounder wiring short (when in alarm) or open (when bell is off);
causes a trouble condition, keypad display, and sends a report to the central monitoring
station, if enabled (field ∗91, option 1).
RF jam detection
Optional, for wireless systems detects a condition that may impede proper RF reception
(i.e., jamming or other RF interference); causes keypad display, and sends a report to the
central monitoring station (if trouble reporting is enabled).
Telephone Line
Monitoring
Built-in option can monitor the telephone line voltage and can cause a local display, or a
display and trouble/alarm sound
Downloading via
Phone Line or
Internet
•Via Standard Phone Line: Using an IBM compatible computer, Compass downloading
software, and a compatible HAYES or CIA modem specified by Honeywell Home.
•Via Internet: Supports upload/download programming capability via the Internet using
the AlarmNet network and Compass downloading software. This allows site
maintenance independent of central station monitoring, and modification to sites
globally via the Internet. Also see Internet Reporting below and Internet Connection on
the next page.
Internet Reporting
Primary telephone number messages can be reported over the Internet via hardwired
high speed Internet connection and/or via an optional on-board cellular module (using the
wireless cellular network). The Internet connection and optional module are collectively
referred to as the Internal IP/Cell Device.

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Compatible Devices
Device
Limits
Notes
Addressable Keypads
8
6150 Fixed-Word Keypad, 6160 Alpha Keypad, 6160V Alpha Display
Voice Keypad, 6150RF or 6160RF Keypad/Transceiver
Touch Screen (AUI)
Devices
4
Touch Screen (AUI) devices are in addition to the 8 addressable
keypads. E.g., 6280S/6280W, Tuxedo
4219, 4229 Zone
Expander Modules
Up to 5 for
up to 40 exp.
zones
Zone numbers are predefined according to the device addresses
used. See Expander Module Addresses table in Wiring section and
set addresses accordingly.
5800 Series Wireless
Up to 40 RF
zones
Uses 5881/5883 Series Receivers/Transceivers. (See Page 10 for
more information)
Output relays and/or
Powerline Carrier
Devices (X-10 type)
Up to 16
Use any combination of 4204, 4229 and or Powerline Carrier
Devices.
Map output devices via *79 Menu mode.
On-Board Triggers
2
Can be used to reset 4-wire smoke detectors.
Output functions
Up to 48
Program output functions via *80 Menu mode.
Audio Alarm Verification
Using AAV
module
Honeywell Home AVS system can be used to permit voice dialog
between an operator at the central station and a person at the
premises via phone line
Alarm output
12VDC, 2
AMP output
Can drive the compatible sounders; steady output for burglary/panic,
or temporal pulse (3 pulses – pause – 3 pulses – pause – 3 pulses. .
.) for fire. Uses current limiting circuitry for protection.
Auxiliary Power Output
See note.
12VDC, 600 mA maximum; uses circuit protection.
Backup Battery
See note.
Rechargeable (sealed lead-acid type) 12VDC, 4AH minimum.
Internet Connection and
Optional Cellular Module
See note.
Internet connection is made via an on-board Ethernet connector for
high speed (broadband) hardwire connections, and/or use of the
optional on-board Cell module.
AC Power Supply
See note.
Plug-in 120VAC transformer, ADEMCO 1361-GT (1361CN-GT in
Canada).
NOTE: All devices and accessories used in a Canadian installation must be Listed for use in Canada.
Important Installation Highlights (Installer Please Read)
•This system uses addressable keypads and Zone Expander Modules (see Table of Addresses in
Section 2. Mounting and Wiring – Connecting the Keypads and Other Addressable Devices).
•Keypads must be set for addresses 16-23 (first keypad is address 16, which is different from previous
controls) and programmed in data fields *190-*196.
•Zone Expander Modules must be set for specific addresses (07-11), based on the zone numbers used.
•4204 Relay Modules must be set for specific addresses (12-15).
•This control will not power-up unless AC power is connected (will not power-up on battery alone).
However, once the system is powered up, it will operate on battery power in the event of AC loss.
•Relays have two programming menu modes: Use *79 Menu mode to map module addresses and
device (output) numbers. Use *80 Menu mode to define the output functions.
•This system supports programmable function keys. Use *57 Menu mode to define the function keys.
•This system provides various paging features. Refer to the Programming Overview section for a
summary on pager programming.

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SECTION 2
Mounting and Wiring the Control
Installing the Control Cabinet and PC Board
Cabinet and Lock
1. Mount the control cabinet to a sturdy
wall in a clean, dry area, which is not
readily accessible to the general
public, using fasteners or anchors
(not supplied) with the four cabinet
mounting holes.
Cell Module Note: If using the cell
module with this control, take signal
quality into consideration when
choosing a mounting location. Refer
to the LTE-21V Module Installation
section for details on signal quality.
2. Remove cabinet door, then remove
the lock knockout from the door.
Insert the key into the lock.
Figure 1. Installing the Cabinet Lock
3. Position the lock in the hole, making certain that the latch will make contact with the latch
bracket when the door is closed. When correctly positioned, push the lock until the snap
tabs hold it securely.
The cabinet can be secured without a lock by using 2 screws in the cover's edge.
Mounting the PC Board
Alone (no RF Receiver)
Before installing the cabinet's contents, remove the metal cabinet knockouts required for
wiring entry. Do not remove the knockouts after the circuit board has been installed.
1. Hang two short mounting clips (provided) on the raised cabinet tabs (see Detail B).
2. a. Insert the top of the circuit board into the slots at the top of the cabinet. Make sure that
the board rests on the correct row (see Detail A).
b. Swing the base of the board into the mounting clips and secure the board to the cabinet
with the accompanying screws (see Detail B).
Figure 2. Mounting the PC Board
Optional Cell Module Note: Refer to the LTE-21V Module Installation section later in this
manual for instructions on mounting this optional module.
Mounting Board with RF
Receiver
•Do not mount the cabinet on or near metal objects. This will decrease RF range and/or block
RF transmissions from wireless transmitters.
•Do not locate the cabinet in an area of high RF interference (revealed by frequent or
prolonged lighting of the LED in the receiver (random flicker is OK)
1. a. Remove the receiver board from its case, then insert the top of the board into the slots
at the top of the cabinet, as shown in Detail A in Figure 3 on the next page. Make sure
that the board rests on the correct row of tabs.
b. Swing the base of the board into the mounting clips and secure it to the cabinet with the
accompanying screws.
c. Insert the top of the control's board into the slot in the clips and position two clips at the
lower edge of the board.
d. Swing this board into place and secure it with two additional screws.
2. Insert grounding lugs (supplied with the receiver) through the top of the cabinet into the
left-hand terminals of the antenna blocks (at the upper edge of the receiver board) and
secure them to the cabinet top with the screws provided (see Detail B).
3. Insert the receiver's antennas through the top of the cabinet, into the blocks' right-hand
terminals, and tighten the screws.

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Figure 3. Mounting the PC Board and RF Receiver
AUXILIARY DEVICE CURRENT DRAW WORKSHEET
DEVICE
CURRENT
No. UNITS
TOTAL CURRENT
6150 Fixed-Word Keypad
40mA/70mA**
6160 Alpha Keypad
40mA/150mA**
6160V Alpha Display Voice Keypad
60mA/190mA**
6280 Touch Screen Keypad
180mA/280mA**
Tuxedo Touch™ Screen Keypad
130mA/340mA**
5881 RF Receiver
60mA
5883 Transceiver
80mA
4219 Zone Expander
30mA
4204 Relay Unit
15/180mA‡
4229 Zone Expander/Relay Unit
30/100mA‡
(Current available from Aux. terminals = 600 mA max.)† TOTAL =
*If using hardwire devices such as PIRs, refer to the specifications for that particular unit's current draw.
** Values are for standby/alarm; alarm for keypads means armed with backlighting on and sounder on
†In UL installations, maximum current draw from the Auxiliary Output and the Alarm Output combined must not exceed 600 mA (500 mA max from Aux. Output).
‡Values are for relays OFF/relays ON.
CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHALL (CSFM) AND UL RESIDENTIAL FIRE
24-HOUR BATTERY BACKUP REQUIREMENTS
The California State Fire Marshal
and UL have regulations which require that all residential fire alarm control panels must be provided with a
backup battery which has sufficient capacity to operate the panel and its attached peripheral devices for 24 hours in the int
ended standby
condition, followed b
y at least 4 minutes in the intended fire alarm signaling condition. This control panel can meet these requirements without
using a supplementary power supply,
provided that the panel’s auxiliary power and bell output currents are limited as indicated below.
OUTPUT LIMITATIONS AND CORRESPONDING REQUIRED BATTERIES
OUTPUT CURRENT LIMITATIONS
BATTERY INFORMATION
Output Current Total
Maximum Auxiliary Current
Battery Capacity
To Use (Amp/Hrs)
Recommended Battery
(Yuasa Model No.)
600mA maximum total of
auxiliary power plus bell
output currents
45mA
160mA
200mA
425mA
500mA
4AH
7AH
8AH
14AH
17.2AH
NP4-12 (or ADEMCO 467)
NP7-12
NP4-12 (two) ‡
NP7-12 (two) ‡
NPG18-12
‡ NOTE: Use two batteries, connected in parallel. Obtain Battery Harness Kit 100-02111. (Both batteries will fit inside the cabinet.)

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AC Power, Battery, and Ground Connections
1361-GT Transformer
Connect the 1361-GT Transformer
(1361CN-GT in Canada) to terminals 1 and
2 on the control board. See Wire Run Chart
for wire size to use.
•Use caution when wiring the
transformer to the control to guard
against blowing the transformer fuse
(the fuse is non-replaceable).
Wire Run Chart
Distance from control Wire Size
Up to 50 feet # 20
50–100 feet # 18
100-250 feet # 16
•Wiring to the AC transformer must not exceed 250 feet using 16 gauge wire. The voltage
reading between terminals 1 and 2 of the control must not fall below 16.5VAC or an “AC
LOSS” message will be displayed.
•Do not plug the transformer into the AC outlet until all wiring connections to the control
are complete. As a safety precaution, always power down the control when making such
connections.
Battery Connections
1. Place the 12-volt backup battery in the cabinet.
2. After all connections to the control are completed and AC power has been applied,
connect the red and black flying leads on the control board to the battery. Do not attach
these leads to the battery terminals until all connections are completed.
UL
For UL installations and Residential fire installations, refer to the chart on
page 4 at left for the correct battery size required to meet the mandatory
standby time.
Battery Saver Feature
The battery will disconnect from the system after its voltage decreases below 9VDC. This
assists the control panel in recharging the battery when AC is restored.
IMPORTANT: The panel will not power up initially on battery power only. You must plug the
transformer in first, and then connect the battery.
Earth Ground
•This product has been designed and laboratory-tested to ensure its resistance to damage
from generally expected levels of lightning and electrical discharge, and does not normally
require an earth ground.
•If an earth ground is desired for additional protection in areas of severe electrical activity,
terminal 25 on the control board, or the cabinet, may be used as the ground connection
point. The following are examples of good earth grounds available at most installations.
Metal Cold Water Pipe: Use a non-corrosive metal strap (copper is recommended) firmly
secured to the pipe to which the ground lead is electrically connected and secured.
AC Power Outlet Ground: Available from 3-prong, 120VAC power outlets only. To test the
integrity of the ground terminal, use a 3-wire circuit tester with neon lamp indicators, such as
the UL Listed Ideal Model 61-035, or equivalent, available at most electrical supply stores.

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Sounder (Bell) Connections
Basic Connections
1. Make sounder connections to alarm output terminals 3 (+) and 4 (–).
2. If not using bell supervision, connect the supplied 820 ohm resistor across terminals 3 and
4. If using bell supervision, see Supervised Output paragraph below.
•The 12VDC sounder output activates when an alarm occurs.
•Total current drawn from this output cannot exceed 2 amps (going beyond 2 amps will
overload the power supply, or may cause the electronic circuit protecting the sounder
output to trip).
•You must install a battery, since the battery supplies this current.
Supervised Output
1. Connect the supplied 820-ohm
Bell Supervision EOL resistor across the terminals of the last
sounder. See Figure 5.
Bell Supervision Note:The value of the Bell Supervision EOL Resistor is 820 ohms.
High Impedance Device Note: If a high impedance sounding device is used (ex. Voice
Siren Driver), the bell supervision resistor (included) must be installed at the device.
2. Set field ∗91 Option Selection for Bell Supervision (option 1).
This control complies with NFPA requirements for temporal pulse sounding of fire notification
appliances. Temporal pulse sounding for a fire alarm consists of: 3 pulses – pause – 3 pulses –
pause – 3 pulses–etc..
UL
•Use only UL Listed sounding
devices for UL installations.
•Bell supervision is required for
fire alarm installations.
•The total current drawn from
the alarm output and the
auxiliary power output,
combined, cannot exceed 600
mA. In addition, the sounding
device must be a UL Listed
audible signal appliance rated
to operate in a 10.2-13.8 VDC
voltage range, and must be
mounted indoors.
Figure 5. Sounder Wiring (Supervised)
Connecting the Keypads and Other Addressable Devices
Connections
Connect keypads and other addressable devices (4204, 4219, 4229, 5881, etc.) to the
control’s keypad terminals as shown on the Summary of Connections diagram. The system
supports up to 8 keypads, which can be assigned to partitions in any combination (see
program fields *190-*196).
Use the Table of Device Addresses to determine the appropriate address for each device.
Determine wire size using the Wire Run Chart on the following page. For single 4-wire runs,
determine the current drawn by all units, then refer to the Wiring Run chart to determine the
maximum length that can be safely used for each wire size.
Supplementary Power
(optional)
UL Use a UL Listed,
battery-backed supply for
UL installations. The battery
supplies power to these
keypads in case of AC
power loss.
The battery-backed power
supply should have enough
power to supply the
keypads with the UL
required minimum standby
power time.
Use supplementary power if the
control’s aux. power load for all
devices exceeds 600mA (suggested
power supply: AD12612). Connect
as shown in Figure 6. Be sure to
connect the negative (–) terminal on
the power supply unit to terminal 4
(AUX –) on the control.
IMPORTANT: Keypads powered
from supplies that do not have a
backup battery will not function if
AC power is lost. Make sure to
power at least one keypad in each
partition from the control’s auxiliary
power output.
Figure 6. Using a Supplementary Power Supply

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Keypad Notes
Set device addresses. Refer to the instructions included with the devices and set each
address according to the Table of Device Addresses.
See Keypad Programming Fields (fields *190-*196) in Section 4. Data Field
Programming for details on enabling keypad addresses, assigning keypad partitions and
selecting keypad sounding options.
IMPORTANT: Each keypad must be assigned a unique, predefined address, from 16 to 23.
The first keypad is address 16 (default = partition 1, all sounds enabled).
TOUCH SCREEN KEYPAD (AUI) NOTES:
•
Use of up to four AUI devices (e.g., 6280, Tuxedo) is independent from standard keypads
and does not affect the number of standard keypads the system can support.
•
AUI devices must be set for address 1 or 2, or address 5 or 6 depending on which unit is
enabled in field *189.
Optional LTE-21V
Module
Refer to the LTE-21V Module Installation section later in this manual for detailed
explanation of its installation.
The module’s address is internally set to 03 and cannot be changed.
Wire Run Chart For Devices* Drawing Aux Power From The Control (12V+ & 12V–)
Wire
TOTAL CURRENT DRAWN BY ALL DEVICES CONNECTED TO A SINGLE WIRE RUN
Size
50 mA or less
100 mA
300 mA
500 mA
600 mA
#22
900 ft (274m)
450 ft (137m)
150 ft (46m)
90 ft (27m)
75 ft (23m)
#20
1400 ft (427m)
700 ft (213m)
240 ft (73m)
140 ft (43m)
120 ft (37m)
#18
1500 ft (457m)
1100 ft (335m)
350 ft (107m)
220 ft (67m)
170 ft (52m)
#16
1500 ft (457m)
1500 ft (457m)
550 ft (168m)
350 ft (107m)
270 ft (82m)
*Includes Keypads, RF Receivers, Zone Expander/Relay Units, and etc.
Maximum wire lengths for any device that is homerun to the control can also be determined from the Wiring Run Chart, based on the current draw of that device
alone.
The length of all wire runs for both partitions combined must not exceed 1500 feet (457m) when unshielded quad conductor cable is used (750 feet if shielded
cable is used). This restriction is due to the capacitive effect on the data lines when quad cable is used.
Table of Device Addresses
This Device
Uses Address
Reports as††
Enabled By…
RF Receiver
00
100
*56 zone programming: input device type entry
AUI 1
01
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 1
AUI 2
02
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 2
AUI 3
05
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 1
AUI 4
06
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 2
Internal IP/Cell Device
03
103
automatic if enabled in menu mode *29
Zone Expanders (4219/4229):
module 1 (for zones 09 - 16)
module 2 (for zones 17 - 24)
module 3 (for zones 25 - 32)
module 4 (for zones 33 - 40)
module 5 (for zones 41 - 48)
07**
08
09
10
11
107
108
109
110
111
*56 zone programming: input device type, entry 2, then:
automatic if zone no. 9-16 set as AW type or relay assigned
automatic if zone no. 17-24 set as AW type or relay assigned
automatic if zone no. 25-32 set as AW type or relay assigned
automatic if zone no. 33-40 set as AW type or relay assigned
automatic if zone no. 41-48 set as AW type or relay assigned
Relay Modules (4204):
module 1
module 2
module 3
module 4
12
13
14
15
112
113
114
115
*79 output device programming: device address prompt:
entered at device address prompt
entered at device address prompt
entered at device address prompt
entered at device address prompt
Keypads:
keypad 1
keypad 2
keypad 3
keypad 4
keypad 5
keypad 6
keypad 7
keypad 8
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
data field programming as listed below:
always enabled for partition 1, all sounds enabled.
data field *190
data field *191
data field *192
data field *193
data field *194
data field *195
data field *196
RIS Communication
25
n/a
automatic (used for Remote Interactive Services)
** address 07 not available if zone-doubling enabled
†† Addressable devices are identified by “1” plus the device address when reporting. Enter a report code for zone 91 to enable addressable device reporting
(default = reports enabled). See field *199 for addressable device (ECP) 3-digit/2-digit identification keypad display options.

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Hardwire Zones and Zone Expansion
Hardwire Zones
Normally Open Zones/ N.O. EOLR Zones
1. Connect open circuit devices in parallel across the loop; for EOLR zones, connect the
EOLR across the loop wires at the last device.
2. Enable normally open/EOLR zones using Zone Programming mode, “Hardwire Type”
prompt.
Normally Closed Zones/ N.C. EOLR Zones
1. Connect closed circuit devices in series in the high (+) side of the loop; for EOLR zones,
connect the EOLR in series following the last device.
2. Enable normally closed/EOLR zones using Zone Programming mode, “Hardwire Type”
prompt.
End of Line Resistor (EOLR) Notes
•If the EOLR is not at the end of the loop, the zone is not properly supervised and the
system may not respond to an “open” on the zone.
•Zone 1 is intended for EOLR only.
UL
For UL commercial burglar alarm installations, use EOLR zones.
Double-Balanced Zones
Connect as shown below (resistor provided for
one device).
IMPORTANT: Double-balanced zones provide
zone tamper protection, and should be used as
burglary zones only.
Do not use double-balanced zones as fire
zones.
Fig. 7. Typical Double Balanced Zones
Zone Doubling
This feature provides two hardwired
NORMALLY CLOSED zones for each standard
hardwired zone connected to the control’s
terminals (but does not increase the total
number of zones supported by the control). If
enabled (Zone Programming mode, “Hardwire
Type” prompt, option “3”), hardwire zones are
automatically paired as shown in the table.
Connect as shown (resistors provided).
•
Do not use zone doubling for fire zones.
NOTE: A short across the EOL (i.e., at
terminal) on either zone of a zone-doubled pair
or on a double-balanced zone causes a tamper
condition (displayed as CHECK plus zone
numbers).
Fig. 8. Typical Zone Doubling Wiring
Zone Doubling Table
Zone Paired with zone
2 10
3 11
4 12
5 13
6 14
7 15
8 16
NOTE: Zone numbers used for zone
doubling cannot be used for anything else
(ex. cannot be used for 4219 zones)

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Smoke Detectors
1. Connect up to 16 (10, if ESL “clean me” option used) 2-wire smoke detectors across
zone 1 terminals 8 (+) and 9 (-) as shown in the Summary of Connections diagram at the
back this manual. Observe proper polarity when connecting the detectors.
2. Connect an EOL resistor across the loop wires at the last detector.
3. Connect 4-wire smoke detectors (up to trigger output 17’s maximum current draw
100mA) to any zone from 2-8 as shown in Figure 9a and 9b (on next page).
Power Reset: This control does not automatically reset power to 4-wire smoke detector
zones, so you must use a relay (e.g., 4204, 4229), or on-board trigger to reset power
(also required for fire verification). Do this by programming the designated relay/trigger
as zone type 54 (fire zone reset); see On-Board Trigger section for other information.
NOTE: Maximum current on trigger 17 is 100mA.
Smoke Detector Notes
•Fire Verification (zone type 16): The control panel will “verify” a fire alarm by resetting the
smoke detectors after the first alarm trigger, and then waiting up to 90 seconds for a
second alarm trigger. If the smoke detector or thermostat does not trigger again, the control
will disregard the first trigger, and no alarm signal will occur. This feature eliminates false
alarms due to electrical or physical transients.
SIA Installations: If using fire verification on zones other than zone 1, UL Fire Alarm Listed
relay accessories must be used to reset power as described in the Power Reset paragraph
above.
•
The zone 1 alarm current supports only one smoke detector in the alarmed state.
•
Clean Me Option:If enabled (field *174 = 1; *56 zone programming, response time prompt
= 3), certain ESL smoke detectors send “clean me” reports as appropriate. If used, the
maximum number of detectors is reduced to 10 (not standard 16). Refer to the ESL
documentation included with the smoke detector for information regarding compatibility with
the clean-me option.
•Do not use 4-wire smoke detectors on zone 1.
Figure 9a. 4-Wire Smoke Detector Using Relay for Power Reset
Figure 9b. 4-Wire Smoke Detector Using Output 17 for Power Reset
4219/4229 Expansion
Zones
1. Connect each module to the control’s keypad terminals and set the device addresses.
See the Table of Device Addresses to select an appropriate address for each module.
•Supports up to 40 expansion zones using up to 5 Zone Exp. Modules.
2. Connect sensors to the module’s loops.
•Use end-of-line resistors at the end of loops connected to the 4219/4229 modules.
•Expansion zones have normal response time (300–500 msec), except zone connected
to each module’s loop “A,” which can be set for fast response (10–15 msec).
3. If using relays with the 4229, connect the desired field wiring to the unit's relay contact
terminals.

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Installing the RF Receiver and Wireless Transmitter Zones
Compatible
Receivers
Use any ADEMCO 5800 Series Wireless Receivers, such as:
RF Receiver
No. of Zones
5881ENL
up to 8
5881ENM, 6150RF
up to 16
5881ENH, 5883H,
6160RF
up to 40 plus 16 buttons
1
Receiver
Connections
WIRELESS
ZONE
NUMBERS
transmitter
zones 9-48
button zones
49-64
1. Set Device Address to “00” (set all switches to the right, “off” position).
2. Mount the receiver, noting that the RF receiver can detect signals from transmitters within a nominal
range of 200 feet.
3. Connect the receiver's wire harness to the control's keypad terminals. Plug the connector at the
other end of the harness into the receiver. Refer to the installation instructions provided with the
receiver for further installation procedures regarding antenna mounting, etc.
5881 RF Receiver
Figure 10. RF Receiver (cover removed)
RF Receiver
Notes
† These fields
must be
enabled for
Residential
Fire, UL
Residential
Burglar Alarm,
and UL
Commercial
Burglar Alarm
installations.
Set the following options:
*22 RF Jam Option†
*24 RF House ID Code (if using wireless keypads) for each partition
*67 Transmitter Low Battery Report Code†
*75 Transmitter Low battery restore report code†
•The receiver is supervised and a trouble report is sent (“CHECK 100” displayed) if communication
between the panel and receiver is interrupted, or if no valid RF signals from at least one supervised
transmitter are received within 12 hours.
If the receiver is mounted remotely:
•Place the RF receiver in a high, centrally located area for best reception.
•Do not locate the receiver or transmitters on or near metal objects. This will decrease range and/or
block transmissions.
•Do not locate the RF receiver in an area of high RF interference (indicated by frequent or prolonged
lighting of the LED in the receiver; random flicker is OK).
•Do not locate RF receiver closer than 10 feet from any keypads to avoid interference from the
microprocessors in those units.

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Installing the
Transmitters
•
Refer to the table of compatible devices at the back of this manual.
•Supervised transmitters† send check-in signals to the receiver at 70-90 minute intervals. If
at least one check-in message is not received from each transmitter within a 12-
hour period,
the “missing” transmitter number(s) and “CHECK” is displayed. († Hand-held transmitters,
e.g., 5802WXT and 5834 do not send check-in signals.)
•To be sure reception of the transmitter's signal at the proposed mounting location is
adequate, perform a Go/No Go Test, described in the Testing the System section.
•Install transmitters in accordance with the instructions provided with each.
•Set wireless keypads (5828) to the programmed
House ID (field *24), follow the instructions
provided with the device.
•Use *56 or *58 Zone Programming Menu modes to program zone information and enroll
transmitters (zones 9-48, buttons 49-64).
•
Wireless Keys: Use Wireless Key Programming Templates section of the *58 Zone
Programming Menu mode to program zone information and enroll each button of the
wireless keys used. Once a wireless key is enrolled, it must be assigned to a user before it
becomes active. See Adding/Deleting Security Codes section for procedure.
ULC NOTE: In accordance with ULC standards, the RF supervision period for the VISTA-21iPLTE is
three hours for Fire zones (Zone Type 9 and 16) and 12 hours for all other zone types.
Transmitter Battery Life
• See Wireless Transmitter paragraph in the Limitations of This Alarm System statement
located at the end of this manual for information on transmitter battery life.
• Button-type transmitters (such as 5802WXT and 5834) should be periodically tested for
battery life.
• The 5802WXT and 5834 Button Transmitters have replaceable batteries.
Do not install batteries in wireless transmitters until you are ready to enroll during system
programming. After enrolling, batteries need not be removed.

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Installing a Keyswitch
Keyswitch Connections
1. Connect the keyswitch's normally open momentary switch to a zone’s (2-8) terminals.
Remove the 2000 ohm EOL resistor if connected across the selected zone.
2. Using a standard keypad cable as shown:
Connect the yellow and white keyswitch wires to trigger connector pin 3 (+12V).
Connect the Red and Green LED wires to the appropriate output 17/output 18 trigger
connector pins.
3. Connect a 2000 ohm EOL resistor across the momentary switch.
4. You can wire an optional closed-circuit tamper switch (model 112) in series with the
zone. If the switch plate is then removed from the wall, the tamper will open, disabling
keyswitch operation until the system is next disarmed from the keypad.
If the tamper is opened when the system is armed, an alarm will occur.
Figure 12. Keyswitch Wiring Connections
Keyswitch Notes
UL
A UL Listed keyswitch is required for fire installations and UL commercial and residential
burglar alarm installations.
If a keyswitch is used on:
•an installation that transmits opening and closing signals, the keyswitch zone must be
programmed to send opening and closing signals.
•a UL commercial burglar alarm installation, the keyswitch’s tamper switch must be
connected in to the alarm system. This tamper switch zone must also be programmed
for Zone Type 05 – Trouble by Day / Alarm by Night.
•a fire alarm installation, the keyswitch must be located next to an alphanumeric
display keypad.
•Use any N.O. keyswitch.
•Use only one keyswitch per partition.
•When using a keyswitch, the zone it is connected to is no longer available for use as a
protective zone.
•Use *56 Menu mode to program the keyswitch zone and assign it zone type 77.
•Use *80 Menu mode to program the LED functions: program outputs 17 and 18 for system
operation zone type 78 (red LED) and 79 (green LED) as appropriate (see Output Device
Programming section).

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Connecting Relay Modules and Output Triggers
4204/4229 Relay Modules
UL
For UL
installation
requirements,
refer to the
Installation
Instructions for
the 4204.
1. Mount either remotely or in the control panel cabinet.
2. Connect each module to the control’s keypad terminals and set the device addresses
as previously described in the Connecting Keypads and Other Addressable Device
section. Use the connector harness supplied with the module. Use standard
4-conductor twisted cable for long wiring runs.
•Up to 16 relays (if no powerline carrier devices are used)
3. Connect the desired field wiring to the unit's relay contact terminals.
Figure 13. 4204 Connections to Control
•Supervision: 4204 and 4229 modules are supervised against removal. The module’s
device address is displayed as follows if a module is disconnected from the control’s
terminals, or if the module cover is removed and the tamper jumper is installed:
Alpha: CHECK xx Wire Expansion
FAULT xx Wire Expansion
ALARM xx Wire Expansion
Fixed-Glass: lxx (or 91 if field *199 set for 2-digit display)
where “xx is the module’s address.
•If communication/tamper failure occurs on a device with zones wired to it, all zones on the
device will be displayed in their respective partitions.

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On-Board Triggers
Connect field wiring to the desired trigger pin on the 8-pin trigger connector centrally located
above the terminal strip.
•If only using the on-board triggers, you can use a 4-wire cable (N4632-4, supplied with
the control) as shown below.
Figure 15a. On-Board Trigger Connector Figure 15b. On-Board Trigger Connector
with SA4120XM-1 Cable with 4-Wire Cable for Trigger Use Only
•Trigger outputs are normally open collector (no voltage), and go low upon programmed
condition.
•The outputs can be programmed for inverted operation (normally low, go open) using *79
Menu mode.
•Program these triggers using *80/*81 Menu modes as you would for any other relay
output.
•When using these outputs, note:
pin 1 = output number 17 (trigger 1):
15 ohms to ground when closed (output low), open when off (output high,
normal default); can be used to reset smoke detector power (must set “output
normal low = yes” in *79 Menu mode, and set for zone type 54, fire zone reset,
in *80 Menu mode); or can support 12V relay module (e.g., Altronix AX-RBS) that
draws less than 100mA
pin 5 = output number 18 (trigger 2):
100 ohms to ground when closed (output low); open when off (output high,
normal default); or can support 12V relay module that draws less than 20mA
UL
If on-board triggers are used, the wiring between the control unit and the UL
Listed device must be run in conduit, be no more than 3 feet apart, and
have no intervening barriers or walls.

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Audio Alarm Verification
Connections
(AVS System)
Using the AVS System with AVS Module and AVST Remote Stations
The AVS system provides audio alarm verification via the phone line.
Refer to the instructions included with the AVS system for installation procedures. The
following is a summary.
Mounting the AVS Base Unit
As shipped, the AVS Base unit board
comes pre-mounted on its mounting
bracket, which is designed to mount
inside the control cabinet.
Refer to the diagram at right.
a. Position the mounting plate/PC
board assembly in the bottom of the
control’s cabinet.
b. Slide the mounting plate to the right
so that the plate’s left-hand tang
slides under the cabinet’s tie-wrap
loop.
c. Secure the assembly to the cabinet
using the two self-tapping screws
provided.
BATTERY NOTE: When using a 7AH battery, mount the battery vertically on the bottom left-
hand side of the cabinet, with the terminals facing down and right (negative terminal closest
to the PC board bracket).
Wiring the AVS to the Control
The AVS Base unit board has several terminal blocks for making connections to remote
stations, telephone lines, and to the control panel. The AVS base unit connects to the
control’s ECP terminals, with all other ECP devices connecting to the AVS base unit ECP
terminals. See the diagram on the next page for specific wiring connections.
DIP Switch: Set the address AVS DIP switch to device address 11.
IMPORTANT: The AVS should be the only ECP device connected to the control’s ECP
terminals. Connect all other ECP devices (keypads, expander modules, etc.) to the ECP
terminals on the AVS board.
The following summarizes the programming steps for AVS operation (refer to the Programming
Guide for details of the AVS Quick Command options):
a. Install the AVS module according to its instructions.
b. Use one of the control’s AVS Quick Program commands as follows :
•installer code + [#] + 03: enable AVS operation without panel sounds on the AVST
•installer code + [#] + 04: enable AVS operation and enable panel sounds on the AVST
speaker
•installer code + [#] + 05: remove all programming options set by [#] + 03 quick
command
•
installer code + [#] + 06: remove all programming options set by [#] + 04 quick
command
c. Use data field ∗55 Dynamic Signaling Priority to select the desired reporting paths.

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Figure 18. Connections for the AVS System