Honeywell VISTA-128BPT User manual

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VISTA-250BPT/
VISTA-128BPTSIA
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800-06905 6/10 Rev. E

IMPORTANT!
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).
EARLY WARNING FIRE DETECTION
Early warning fire detection is important in a home. Smoke and heat detectors have played a key role in
reducing fire deaths in the United States. With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat
detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's
National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72).
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY NOTICE
Your Honeywell security system is designed for use with devices manufactured or approved by Honeywell
for use with your security system. Your Honeywell security system is not designed for use with any device
that may be attached to your security system's keypad or other communicating bus if Honeywell has not
approved such device for use with your security system. Use of any such unauthorized device may cause
damage or compromise the performance of your security system and affect the validity of your Honeywell
limited warranty. When you purchase devices that have been manufactured or approved by Honeywell,
you acquire the assurance that these devices have been thoroughly tested to ensure optimum
performance when used with your Honeywell security system.
About This Manual
This manual is a step-by-step guide that will acquaint you with the system's features and benefits. It
defines the components and their functions, describes their operation, and provides clear step-by-step
instructions for normal and emergency procedures. Keep this manual in a convenient place so that you
can refer to it as necessary.

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Table of Contents
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1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW
General .............................................................................1
A Partitioned System .................................................2
Zones .................................................................................2
Fire Protection ..............................................................2
Carbon Monoxide Protection................................2
Alarms ...............................................................................2
False Alarm Prevention Features ........................3
Cross Zoning and Swinger Suppression..........3
Keypad Lockout ...........................................................3
Error Message Displayed ........................................3
Burglary Protection ....................................................4
Memory of Alarm .........................................................4
Speed Key (Macros) ...................................................4
Using Schedules..........................................................4
Device Timers ................................................................5
Accessing another Partition (GOTO
Command)......................................................................5
Master Keypad Operation .......................................5
Self-Help Feature ........................................................5
Viewing Abbreviated Messages ...........................5
2. ABOUT THE KEYPADS
General .............................................................................6
The Alpha Keypad........................................................6
3. FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPADS
4. ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS
General Information................................................10
Exit Delay......................................................................10
Entry Delay...................................................................10
Defaults and Requirements................................10
Exit Delay Reset.........................................................10
Burglar Alarm Communication Delay ............10
5. SECURITY CODES AND AUTHORITY
LEVELS
General Information ............................................... 11
Duress Code............................................................... 11
Quick Arming ............................................................. 11
Installer Code Lockout.......................................... 11
Authority Levels........................................................ 12
Authority Levels and Changes .......................... 13
To Exit User Edit Mode ......................................... 13
To Add a User............................................................. 14
To Change a User's Code..................................... 16
To Delete a User ....................................................... 17
6. ACCESSING OTHER PARTITIONS
To Access another Partition (GOTO).............. 18
7. GLOBAL ARMING
Global Arming Notes.............................................. 19
Global Arm................................................................... 19
Global Disarm............................................................ 19
8. MASTER KEYPAD
Operation..................................................................... 20
9. COMMON LOBBY
Operation..................................................................... 22
Affecting the Lobby (Disarming) ..................... 22
Arming the Lobby .................................................... 22
How User Codes Affect the Common
Lobby ............................................................................. 23
Codes with “Global” Arming................................ 23
Codes with “Non-Global” Arming..................... 23
Other Methods of Arming/Disarming........... 23

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10. CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES
Using the ∗READY Key ..............................24
Showing Faulted Zones.....................................24
11. DISPLAYING ALL ZONE DESCRIPTORS
Using the A∗AREADY Key............................25
Displaying Descriptors ......................................25
12. BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES
Using the 6 BYPASS Key ............................26
To Bypass .................................................................26
Quick Bypass..........................................................27
Quick Bypassing ...................................................27
Viewing Bypassed Zones ..................................27
Group Bypass .........................................................28
Bypassing Groups................................................28
Zones Remaining Bypassed After
Disarming.................................................................29
13. ARMING STAY WITH ENTRY DELAY
Using the 3 STAY key ...................................30
Operation .................................................................30
Stay Modes..............................................................30
Arming STAY ...........................................................31
Auto-STAY Arming ...............................................31
14. ARMING STAY WITH NO ENTRY DELAY
Using the 7 INSTANT Key ..........................32
Operation .................................................................32
Instant Modes........................................................32
Arming INSTANT...................................................32
15. ARMING ALL PROTECTION (WITH ENTRY
DELAY)
Using the 2 AWAY Key .................................33
Operation .................................................................33
Arming Away ...........................................................33
16. ARMING ALL PROTECTION (NO ENTRY
DELAY)
Using the 4 MAXIMUM Key...................... 34
Operation................................................................. 34
Arming MAXIMUM.............................................. 34
17. QUICK EXIT
Using the # + 9 Keys.............................. 35
Arming with Quick Exit...................................... 35
18. DISARMING AND SILENCING ALARMS
Using the 1 OFF Key .................................... 36
Disarming the System....................................... 36
Memory of Alarm.................................................. 36
19. USING THE KEYSWITCH
General...................................................................... 37
Messages................................................................. 37
Arming....................................................................... 37
Disarming ................................................................ 37
20. CHIME MODE
Using the 9 Key .............................................. 38
Enabling the Chime............................................ 38
Disabling the Chime .......................................... 38
21. VIEWING ALARM COMPANY MESSAGES
General Information........................................... 39
22. PANIC KEYS
Using Panic Keys ................................................. 40
Activate Panic Functions................................. 40
Silent Emergency................................................. 40
Audible Emergency............................................. 40
Fire Alarm................................................................. 40

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23. SPEED KEY (MACROS)
General Information............................................41
Defining a Macro..................................................41
Executing .................................................................42
Automatic Macros................................................42
Manual Macros .....................................................42
24. ACCESS DOOR CONTROL
General Information............................................43
Executing .................................................................43
25. USING #70 RELAY MENU MODE
General Information............................................44
To activate relays from a keypad ..................44
26. USING SCHEDULES
Delaying the Closing Time...............................45
To delay the closing time..................................45
Temporary Open/Close Schedules.............46
27. PROGRAMMING DEVICE TIMERS
General Information............................................48
Randomize Output Device Times ................50
28. USING #77 INSTANT ACTIVATION MODE
Relay Commands .................................................51
Arm/Disarm Commands ..................................51
Bypass Commands .............................................52
Open/Close Windows ........................................52
Access Control Commands.............................52
Additional Commands.......................................53
To enter the Instant Activation Mode:........53
29. EVENT LOG PROCEDURES
General Information............................................54
To Display the Event Log..................................54
30. SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
31. TESTING THE SYSTEM
Using the 5 TEST Key .................................. 57
Testing Your System .......................................... 58
32. FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
General...................................................................... 59
In Case of Fire Alarm .......................................... 59
Silencing a Fire Alarm........................................ 59
33. TROUBLE CONDITIONS
Typical Trouble Displays .................................. 60
Power Failure ......................................................... 61
SERVICING INFORMATION............................ 61
34. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER
PROTECTION
Recommendations for Smoke and Heat
Detectors ................................................................. 62
Recommendations for Proper Intrusion
Protection...................................................................iii
35. EMERGENCY EVACUATION
36. MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM
Taking Care of Your System ........................... 65
Replacing Batteries in Wireless Sensors . 65
Silencing Low Battery Warning Tones at the
Keypad....................................................................... 66
Routine Care .......................................................... 66
37. QUICK GUIDE TO SYSTEM FUNCTIONS
38. SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATION
39. INDEX

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Section 1: System Overview
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General
Your Honeywell security system consists of a main control, at least one keypad, and various sensors
strategically positioned throughout the premises. The system offers you three forms of protection:
burglary, fire and emergency. The keypad provides full control of system operation.
The system uses microcomputer technology to monitor all protection zones (doors, windows, smoke
alarms, etc.) and system status. It provides appropriate information for display on the keypad(s) used
with the system, and initiates appropriate alarms. Your system may also have been programmed to
automatically transmit alarm or status messages over the phone lines or cellular or IP communicator
to a central alarm monitoring station.
This manual is designed to help you become comfortable operating your system. Each function is
explained in step-by-step detail. We recommend you read the SYSTEM OVERVIEW section to become
familiar with the terminology and the basic features of the system.
NOTES:
•If you have a Graphic/Touch-Screen Keypad connected to your system, refer to the
Graphic/Touch-Screen Keypad User Guide for operating instructions.
•All references in this manual for number of zones, number of user codes, number of
access cards, and the event log capacity, use the VISTA-250BPT’s features.
•The following table lists the differences between the VISTA-128BPT/VISTA-128BPTSIA
and the VISTA-250BPT control panels. Additionally, only the VISTA-128BPT/VISTA-
128BPTSIA supports the capability to have a device duplicate keypad sounds at a
remote location. All other features are identical for both panels.
Feature
VISTA-128BPT/VISTA-128BPTSIA
VISTA-250BPT
Number of Zones
128
250
Number of User Codes
150
250
Number of Access Cards
250
500
Event Log Capacity
512
1000
VistaKey Modules
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System Overview (cont’d)
A Partitioned System
Simply stated, a partitioned system shares one physical alarm system among different users, each
with their own requirements. For the most part, you as a user need not know about other users and
their structure in the system, but from time to time, you may see display messages that indicate the
system is in use by another user. Do not be concerned, this is normal. Refer to the ACCESSING OTHER
PARTITIONS section for additional information.
Zones
Your system's sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones." For example, the sensing device
on your Entry/Exit door may have been assigned to zone 001, sensing devices on windows in the
master bedroom to zone 002, and so on. These numbers will appear on the display, along with an
alpha descriptor for that zone (if programmed), when a fault, alarm or trouble condition occurs.
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.
Carbon Monoxide Protection
Carbon monoxide (CO) protection is available with your system using the 5800CO Carbon Monoxide
Detector. The 5800CO is a 3V battery powered wireless Carbon Monoxide Detector used with wireless
alarm systems that support 5800 series devices. Carbon monoxide gas is a highly poisonous gas
which is released when fuels are burned. It is invisible, has no smell and is therefore impossible to
detect with the human senses. We strongly suggest installing Carbon monoxide protection with your
system.
Alarms
When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders will sound, and the keypad will display
the zone(s) causing the alarm. If your system is connected to a central monitoring station, an alarm
message will also be sent. To stop the alarm sounding, simply disarm the system.
The Swinger Suppression feature of your system limits the number of times a non-fire zone locally
annunciates and transmits an alarm report to the central station. Ask your installer if this feature has
been programmed.

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System Overview (cont’d)
False Alarm Prevention Features
Cross Zoning and Swinger Suppression
Cross Zoning and Swinger Suppression, options can help reduce false alarms.
•Cross Zoning: Requires activation of two zones within a specified time window
to activate an alarm.
•Swinger Suppression: Limits the number of messages sent for a specific zone in
an armed period. Swinger Suppression is by zone and is reset by
entering a valid User Code + Off.
Ask your installer if your system is programmed for either of these features.
Abort Window
An Abort Window feature exists for all non-fire zones. An Abort Window is a programmable time
window, which upon disarm (User Code + Off) after all non-fire alarm occurs, will be prevented from
reporting if disarmed within said window.
NOTE: Ask your installer if this feature has been programmed.
Keypad Lockout
•If a user presses 30 numeric keys (0-9) within a window of 15 minutes and no valid command is
executed, the system stops processing numeric key presses for a period of 15 minutes.
•During this lockout period, the control responds to any numerical key press with a long beep.
•In a partitioned system, a keypad that logs on to a locked out partition (using the GOTO
command) is locked out until the keypad is reconnected to its original partition, or until the
locked out partition’s lockout period expires, whichever occurs first. NOTE: No keypad activity for
two minutes will result in the keypad logging back into its home partition.
•When a 15-minute lockout occurs, a message is recorded in the Event Log (WNG CODE ENT).
When the 15-minute lockout window expires a WNG CODE RST message is recorded in the
Event Log.
Error Message Displayed
The displayed message on the keypad is as follows:
User Code Error
Key 0-9 Locked
The display is cleared when the lockout period expires, an
audible Alarm or the start of an Entry Time beginning.

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System Overview (cont’d)
Burglary Protection
The burglary protection portion of your system must be turned on or "armed" before it will sense
burglary alarm conditions. Your system provides four modes of burglary protection: STAY, AWAY,
INSTANT and MAXIMUM, and even allows you to BYPASS selected zones of protection while leaving
the rest of the system armed. The system also provides a CHIME mode, for alerting users to the
opening and closing of doors and windows while the system is disarmed. Refer to the other sections of
this manual for procedures for using these features.
The following table lists the four different arming modes and the results of each.
Features For Each Arming Mode
Arming Mode
Exit
Delay
Entry
Delay
Perimeter
Armed
AWAY
Yes
Yes
Yes
STAY*
Yes
Yes
Yes
INSTANT*
Yes
No
Yes
MAXIMUM
Yes
No
Yes
∗The system provides three different STAY and INSTANT arming modes. See
ARMING IN THE STAY MODES and ARMING IN THE INSTANT MODES sections for
details on these modes.
Memory of Alarm
When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the zone(s) that caused the
problem or alarm, and displays the type of alarm (ex. FIRE, ALARM). It remains displayed until it is
cleared by disarming the system (see DISARMING THE SYSTEM section).
Speed Key (Macros)
The system can store a string of up to 32 keystrokes, which can be activated anytime by simply
pressing the “A, B, C, or D” keys. This feature can be used to make it easy to perform multiple
functions at once (such as going to another partition to bypass a zone), or it can be used to simplify an
everyday, repeated procedure. Refer to the SPEED KEY section for procedures for using this feature.
Using Schedules
Your system may have been programmed with schedules for automatically arming, disarming and
activating various devices and/or performing other system functions at predetermined times. Users
can modify some of these schedules by manually delaying a closing time, using temporary schedules,
or by programming special user schedules. Refer to the USING SCHEDULES section at the end of this
manual for scheduling related procedures.

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System Overview (cont’d)
Device Timers
The system provides up to 20 "timers" that can be used to control various devices, such as lights or
appliances. These timers are similar in concept to the individual appliance timers that might be
purchased at a department store. The devices that can be controlled are programmed into the system
by the installer. Up to 96 of these devices can be programmed. Refer to the PROGRAMMING DEVICE
TIMERS section for procedures.
Accessing another Partition (GOTO Command)
Each keypad is assigned a default partition for display purposes, 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 another partition, by using the GOTO command.
NOTE: Only those partitions authorized and programmed by the installer can be accessed in this
manner.
To GOTO another partition, enter your USER CODE + [∗] + PARTITION # (1-8).The keypad will remain
in the new partition until directed to go to another partition, or until two minutes has elapsed with no
keypad activity. Entering your USER CODE + [∗] + [0] will return the keypad to its original partition.
Master Keypad Operation
A "Master" keypad is one on which the status of all eight partitions is displayed simultaneously. A user
can get more information about a certain partition by simply entering [∗] + PARTITION # (1-8).
To log on to the "Master" partition (9) using the GOTO command, and to perform any functions at a
Master keypad, a user must have access to all partitions.
Self-Help Feature
Abbreviated user's instructions are built into the system that can be easily viewed on the alpha
keypad's message display screen. This feature will prove particularly useful if this manual is not
conveniently accessible when you need to perform a system procedure with which you are not familiar.
Viewing Abbreviated Messages
Simply press and hold down the function key of interest until the description starts to appear (about 5
seconds) and then release it. The system must be “READY TO ARM” to perform this function.
Refer to the FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD section for descriptions of each key function.

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Section 2: About The Keypads
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General
IMPORTANT!
If the keypad beeps rapidly upon entering the premises, it indicates that an alarm has occurred
during your absence. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE from a safe location
nearby.
NOTE If you have a Touch Screen Keypad connected to your system, refer to the Touch Screen
Keypad User Guide for operating instructions.
Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads feature a telephone style (digital)
keypad and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that shows the nature and location of all occurrences.
Additional features include:
•LCD back lighting is programmable to always stay on or light only when a key is pressed, then
turn off a few minutes later.
•Built-in sounder that will sound during alarms and troubles. It will also "beep" during certain
system functions, such as during entry/exit delay times, CHIME mode, and when depressing
keys to perform system functions (to acknowledge the key press).
•Built-in keypad sounds can be optionally suppressed (so as not to disturb other users of the
system). Ask your installer if this has been done.
The Alpha Keypad
Alpha keypads feature a 2-line, 32 character alphanumeric LCD that can display system messages in
user-friendly English. Abbreviated user's instructions can also be displayed (see Self Help paragraph in
the SYSTEM OVERVIEW section). These keypads can also be programmed with custom zone
descriptors.

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Section 3: Functions of the Keypads
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IMPORTANT!
When using the keypad to enter codes and commands, sequential key depressions must be made
within 3 seconds of one another. If 3 seconds elapses without a key depression, the entry is aborted
and must be repeated from its beginning.
In addition, if the user enters more than 30 numeric keys (0-9) within a 15-minute window and a
valid command is not executed, the system stops processing additional numeric key presses for 15
minutes. Any numerical key press during the lockout generates a long beep. This is a
programmable option that must be configured by the installation company.

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Functions of the Keypad (cont’d)
ALPHA DISPLAY WINDOW is a 2-line, 32-character Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that displays
protection point identification and system status, messages, and user instructions.
A1 1 O OF FF F
Disarms the burglary portion of the system,
silences alarms and audible trouble indicators,
and clears visual alarm trouble after the
problem has been corrected.
A2 2 A AW WA AY Y
Completely arms both perimeter and interior
burglary protection by sensing an intruder's
movements through protected interior areas as
well as guarding protected doors, windows, etc.
Late arrivals can enter through an entry delay
zone without causing an alarm if the system is
disarmed before the entry delay time expires.
A3 3 S ST TA AY Y
Arms the perimeter burglary protection,
guarding protected doors, windows and other
perimeter protection points, and sounds an
alarm if one is opened. Also allows automatic
bypassing of certain areas which permits
movement within your house without causing
an alarm. Late arrivals can enter through an
entry delay zone without causing an alarm if the
system is disarmed before the entry delay time
expires. See ARMING PERIMETER ONLY for a
full explanation of the STAY key.
A4 4 M MA AX X
Arms in manner similar to AWAY mode, but
eliminates the entry delay period, thus
providing maximum protection. An alarm will
occur immediately upon opening any
protection point, including entry delay zones.
A5 5 T TE ES ST T
Tests the system and alarm sounder if
disarmed.
A
Removes individual protection zones from
being monitored by the system. Displays
previously bypassed protection zones.
A7 7 I IN NS ST TA AN NT T
Arms in manner similar to STAY mode, but turns
off the entry delay period, offering greater
security while inside and not expecting any late
arrivals. An alarm will occur immediately upon
opening any perimeter protection point,
including entry delay zones.
A8 8 C CO OD DE E
Allows the entry of additional user codes that
can be given to other users of the system.

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Functions of the Keypad (cont’d)
A9 CHIME
Turns on & off the CHIME mode. When on, any
entry through a protected delay or perimeter
zone while the system is disarmed will cause a
tone to sound at the Keypad(s).
A∗READY E
When depressed prior to arming the system, the
keypad will display all open protection zones
within the keypad's home partition. This key is
also used to display all zone descriptors that
have been programmed for your system, by
holding the key down for at least 5 seconds.
A#
Permits ARMING of the system without use of a
security code ("Quick Arm", if programmed).
KEYS 0-9
Used to enter your individual security access
code(s).
LED READY INDICATOR
(GREEN) Lit indicates system is ready to be
armed, while unlit indicates system not ready.
LED ARMED INDICATOR
(RED) Lit when the system has been armed
(STAY, AWAY, INSTANT or MAXIMUM).
SPEAKER
Source of audible internal warning and
confirmation sounds, as well as alarms (see
"Summary of Audible Notifications").
FUNCTION KEYS
These keys can be used for Speedkey (macros)
functions or panic keys. Refer to the SPEEDKEY
(MACROS) and PANIC KEYS sections for
descriptions of these functions.

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Section 4: Entry/Exit Delays
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General Information
Your system has installer-programmed time delays, known as Exit Delay and Entry Delay.
Exit Delay
Whenever you arm your system (Away, Stay, Instant, or Maximum), an exit delay gives you time to leave
through the designated exit door without setting off an alarm.
NOTE: Exit delay begins immediately after entering any arming command, and applies to all modes
of arming protection. If programmed, a slow beeping will sound throughout the exit delay
period.
Entry Delay
An entry delay gives you time to disarm the system when you reenter through the designated entrance
door.
NOTES
•The system must be disarmed before the entry delay period ends, or an alarm will occur.
•The keypad will beep during the entry delay period, reminding you to disarm the system.
•You can also arm the system with no entry delay at all by using either INSTANT or MAXIMUM
arming modes. These modes provide greater security while on the premises or while away for
extended periods of time. See your installer for your delay times.
Defaults and Requirements
As a requirement of SIA-CP-01, Entry Delay is 30 seconds and Exit Delay is 60 seconds.
Exit Delay Reset
As a requirement of SIA-CP-01, an Exit Delay Reset is designed to allow a user to re-enter the premises
to retrieve a forgotten item without triggering an alarm. This feature may only be activated once after
arming.
If enabled, when the panel is armed, the normal exit delay begins. After the user exits, closes the door
and then re-enters the premises, the exit delay time is reset to the programmed value.
Burglar Alarm Communication Delay
As a requirement of SIA-CP-01, there is a communicator delay of 30 seconds in this control panel. This
delay will prevent a report to the central station if the control panel is disarmed within 30 seconds after
an intrusion alarm is triggered. This delay can be removed, or it can be increased up to 45 seconds at
the option of the user by consulting with the Installer. Note that fire-type alarms are normally reported
without delay.

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Section 5: Security Codes and Authority
Levels
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General Information
At the time of installation, you were assigned a personal four-digit security code, known only to you
and yours, assigned to one of six authority levels. The security code must be entered when arming and
disarming the system. The authority level defines the system functions that you can perform.
•As an additional safety feature, other users that do not have a need to know your code can be
assigned different codes, and each user can be given a different authority level.
•Users are identified by three digit "user numbers", which are assigned when assigning a user's
security code.
•All codes can be used interchangeably when performing system functions within the limits of
each code's authority level (a system armed with one user's code can be disarmed by another
user's code), with the exception of the Operator Level C code. See AUTHORITY LEVELS on the
following page for details regarding authority levels.
Duress Code
This feature is intended for use if you are forced to disarm or arm the system under threat. When used,
the system will act normally, but can silently notify the central station of your situation, if that service
has been provided. The duress code is pre-assigned by the installer during installation (authority level
six).
Important! This code is useful only when the system is connected to a central station.
Quick Arming
Note that if "Quick Arming" was programmed by the installer, the A# E A key can be pressed in place of
the security code when arming the system. The security code must always be used to disarm the
system, however.
Installer Code Lockout
If the Installer Code Lockout option has been enabled, the installer may only enter the program mode
for a period of 24 hours following the installation. Once the 24-hour period has expired the installer
can only enter the program mode if the Master user enables access by entering Master User + #65.
This opens another 24-hour window in which the installer may enter program mode.

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Security Codes and Authority Levels (cont’d)
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.
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Le ev ve el l 1 1 M Ma as st te er r: :Can perform all system functions in assigned partitions, and can add,
delete or change Manager and all Operator level users, as well as
change its own code. However, the Master Code cannot assign a user
to the Master authority level. Master codes only are added by the
Installer.
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Le ev ve el l 2 2 M Ma an na ag ge er r: Can perform system functions in assigned partitions, and can add,
delete or change Operator level users three, four, or five.
NOTE: The manager authority level does not have the ability to assign
any user an authority of one (master) or two (manager).
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Le ev ve el l 3 3 O Op pe er ra at to or r A A: :Can perform Arming, Disarming, and Bypassing in assigned
partitions, but cannot add or delete other users.
NOTE: Can be assigned to any user number 003-150.
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Le ev ve el l 4 4 O Op pe er ra at to or r B B: :Same as Operator A, except Operator B cannot bypass zones.
NOTE: Can be assigned to any user number 003-150.
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Le ev ve el l 5 5 O Op pe er ra at to or r C C: : Can arm the system in assigned partitions, but cannot disarm the
system unless the system was armed with this code. This code is
typically assigned to someone who has a need to arm/disarm the
system only at certain times (such as a baby-sitter).
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Le ev ve el l 6 6 D Du ur re es ss s: : Can arm and disarm the system, but also sends a silent panic alarm to
the central station, if that service is connected.
To view your authority level and system capabilities:
1. Enter your User Code + ∗+ ∗.
2. The keypad will display the partition(s) that you are authorized to operate, and your user
number and authority level in each partition.

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Security Codes and Authority Levels (cont’d)
Authority Levels and Changes
•A user may not delete or change the user code of the SAME or HIGHER authority than which he
is assigned.
•A user may only ADD users to a LOWER authority level.
•A user may assign access codes only to those partitions to which the user adding the code has
access. (Ex. a user with access to only partition 1 cannot assign codes in partition 2.)
•The only way to assign a user's authority level is by using the "Add a User"procedure. To change a
user's authority level, that user must first be deleted, and then added again.
•A user can only be DELETED or CHANGED from within the partition he is assigned.
•User numbers must be entered as 3-digit entries. Single digit user numbers must be preceded
by a "00" (example, 003, 004, etc.). Security codes are entered as 4-digit numbers.
•Before assigning a security code, be sure it does not conflict with any DURESS code.
NOTE: When adding, changing or deleting users, all other alpha keypads in that partition will
display "User Edit Mode – Please Stand By", and key depressions (except Panic) at
those keypads will be ignored. Panic key depressions will cause an alarm and terminate
user entry.
To Exit User Edit Mode
You can exit any of the user edit modes described on the following pages at any time by doing the
following:
1. Press either ∗or # or don't press any key for 10 seconds.
2. System returns to normal mode.

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Security Codes and Authority Levels (cont’d)
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).
1. Enter Master or Manager code + 8
CODE key.
2. Enter the new user's 3-digit User Number (002-250).
3. Enter 4-digit security code for that user.
Assuming you want to program user 003 as 5678 using the master code of 1234, the syntax reads as
follows:
1234 + 8
CODE + 003 + 5678
Once entered the following prompts will appear.
ADD NEW USER?
0 = NO , 1 = YES
Enter 1to add a new user code.
NOTE: Entering 0will change the existing user's code to the
code entered in step 3. See Changing A User's Code
section.
USER NUMBER = 003
ENTER AUTH. LEVEL
Enter the authority level, 1-6, for this user within this partition.
1 = Master 2 = Manager 3 = Operator A
4 = Operator B 5 = Operator C 6 = Duress code
Group BYPASSING?
0 = NO , 1 = YES
Enter 1 (YES) to allow this user to perform group bypasses.
Enter 0 (NO) this user will not be able to perform group
bypasses.
Access Group?
Enter 0-8
If Access Schedules have been programmed, this prompt
appears. Enter the user's access group number (1-8) if this
user should have limited access to the system.
Enter 0 if no access group should be assigned.
RF BUTTON ?
0 = NO , 1 = YES
This prompt will appear if a 5800 series wireless key transmitter
has been supplied and has not yet been assigned to a user.
Press 1 if a button transmitter will be assigned to this user.
Otherwise press 0.
NOTE:This requires the three-digit zone number for the
wireless key provided by the installer.
ENTER BUTTON ZN #
(001-250)
If assigning a wireless key button, this prompt will appear. (Note
each wireless key button is assigned to zone.) Enter the button's
zone number.
NOTE:This requires the three-digit zone number for the
wireless key provided by the installer.