resideo ADEMCO VISTA Series Assembly instructions

ADEMCO VISTA SERIES
VISTA-20P / VISTA-20PSIA
VISTA-15P / VISTA-15PSIA
Security Systems
Installation and Setup Guide
K5305-1V10C3/15 Rev. C

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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).
NOTE: Copies of the Programming, Installation, and User Guides must be left with the end user.

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Table Of Contents
Features and Installation Highlights ...................................................................................................................1-1
Capabilities and Functions .................................................................................................................................................. 1-1
Compatible Devices ............................................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Important Installation Highlights (Installer Please Read)..................................................................................................... 1-2
Mounting and Wiring the Control ........................................................................................................................2-1
Installing the Control Cabinet and PC Board....................................................................................................................... 2-1
Cabinet and Lock .......................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Mounting the PC Board Alone (no RF Receiver)........................................................................................................... 2-1
Mounting Board with RF Receiver................................................................................................................................. 2-1
Auxiliary Device Current Draw Worksheet..................................................................................................................... 2-2
AC Power, Battery, and Ground Connections..................................................................................................................... 2-3
1321 Transformer.......................................................................................................................................................... 2-3
Battery Connections ...................................................................................................................................................... 2-3
Battery Saver Feature ................................................................................................................................................... 2-3
Earth Ground................................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Sounder (Bell) Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 2-4
Basic Connections......................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Supervised output ......................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Connecting the Keypads and Other Addressable Devices.................................................................................................. 2-4
Connections .................................................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Supplementary Power (optional) ................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Keypad Notes................................................................................................................................................................ 2-5
Communication Device.................................................................................................................................................. 2-5
(Long Range Radio) Connections ................................................................................................................................. 2-5
Table of Device Addresses ................................................................................................................................................. 2-5
Hardwire Zones and Zone Expansion................................................................................................................................. 2-6
Hardwire Zones ............................................................................................................................................................. 2-6
Double-Balanced Zones................................................................................................................................................ 2-6
Zone Doubling ............................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Smoke Detectors........................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Smoke Detector Notes .................................................................................................................................................. 2-7
4219/4229 Expansion Zones......................................................................................................................................... 2-7
Installing the RF Receiver and Wireless Transmitter Zones ............................................................................................... 2-8
Compatible Receivers ................................................................................................................................................... 2-8
Receiver Connections ................................................................................................................................................... 2-8
RF Receiver Notes ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-8
Installing the Transmitters ............................................................................................................................................. 2-9
Transmitter Battery Life ................................................................................................................................................. 2-9
Connecting Relay Modules and Output Triggers .............................................................................................................. 2-10
4204/4229 Relay Modules........................................................................................................................................... 2-10
On-Board Triggers....................................................................................................................................................... 2-10
Phone Line and Audio Alarm Verification (AAV) Connections .......................................................................................... 2-11
Phone Line .................................................................................................................................................................. 2-11
Audio Alarm Verification Connections ......................................................................................................................... 2-11
Audio Alarm Verification Connections ......................................................................................................................... 2-12

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Table Of Contents
System Communication and Operation..............................................................................................................3-1
Panel Communication with Central Station ......................................................................................................................... 3-1
Report Code Formats.......................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Ademco Contact ID®.......................................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Uploading/Downloading via the Internet.............................................................................................................................. 3-4
System Security Codes....................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
Panic Keys .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3-7
Setting the Real-Time Clock ............................................................................................................................................... 3-7
Various System Trouble Displays ....................................................................................................................................... 3-8
Testing the System ...............................................................................................................................................4-1
About Test Procedures ....................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
System Test ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4-1
Checking Transmitter Enrollment (Sniffer Mode) ................................................................................................................ 4-1
Go/No Go Test Mode.......................................................................................................................................................... 4-2
Dialer Communication Test and Periodic Test Reports....................................................................................................... 4-2
Automatic Standby Battery Tests........................................................................................................................................ 4-2
Specifications & Accessories ..............................................................................................................................5-1
Security Control................................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Compatible Devices ............................................................................................................................................................ 5-1
Regulatory Agency Statements ...........................................................................................................................6-1
Limitations and Warranty .....................................................................................................................................7-5

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SECTION 1
Features and Installation Highlights
This manual applies to the following Resideo security systems:
ADEMCO VISTA-20P/ADEMCO VISTA-20PSIA/ADEMCO VISTA-20PCN (collectively referred to as
VISTA-20P series), ADEMCO VISTA-15P/ADEMCO VISTA-15PSIA/ADEMCO VISTA-15PCN (collectively
referred to as VISTA-15P series)
NOTE: Canadian units and power supplies have not been evaluated by ULC
Features and procedures apply to all, except where differences are noted.
SIA Installations: The VISTA-20PSIA and VISTA-15PSIA are certified SIA-compliant controls that meet
SIA specifications for False Alarm Reduction. The other controls described in this manual are 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.
Capabilities and Functions
Feature/Function
VISTA-20P Series
VISTA-15P Series
Partitions
•2 partitions, can protect two independent
areas
•Common partition option allows either
partition to arm, while leaving a common
area (ex. lobby or foyer) disarmed for
access into the other partition.
VISTA-15P is not a partitioned system.
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
Up to 32 zones plus 8 keyfob zones (zones
49-56) for total of 40 zones:
•6 basic hardwired zones (zone 1-6)
•Up to 16 additional wired zones (zones 9-
24) using up to 2 4219/4229 modules
•Up to 26 wireless transmitter zones (5800
series; zones 9-34)
•Up to 2 configurable zone types
Security Codes
Up to 48 Security Codes, with separate
authority levels and partition access
Up to 32 Security Codes, with separate
authority levels
One-button arming
Dedicated keys can arm the system.
Dedicated keys can arm the system.
Schedules
Up to 32; can control devices and/or auto-
arm/disarm
Up to 8; can control devices and/or auto-
arm/disarm
Keypad macros
Up to 4; activated by wired keypads
Up to 2; 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
Up to 2 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; display via Compass Downloader
software or installer/master code at Keypad
50 events; display 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: Use an IBM compatible computer, Compass downloading software,
and a compatible HAYES or CIA modem specified by Resideo.
•
Via Internet: supports Upload/Download via the Internet/Intranet when used with an
appropriate communications device (ex. 7845i-GSM) and Compass downloading software.
This allows site maintenance independent of central station monitoring, and modification to
sites globally via the Internet.
UL NOTE: Uploading/Downloading via the Internet has not been evaluated by UL.

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Compatible Devices
Device
VISTA-20P
VISTA-15P
Notes
Addressable Keypads
8
8
6150 Fixed-Word Keypad, 6160 Alpha Keypad, 6150V
Fixed-Word Display Voice Keypad, 6160V Alpha Display
Voice Keypad, 6150RF Keypad/Transceiver
Touch Screen (AUI)
Devices
4
2
Touch Screen (AUI) devices are in addition to the 8
addressable keypads. E.g., 6280, Tuxedo Touch
4219, 4229 Zone
Expander Modules
Up to 5 for
up to 40 exp.
zones
Up to 2 for
up to 16 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
Up to 26 RF
zones
Uses 5881/5883 Series Receivers/Transceivers.
Output relays
Up to 16
Up to 8
Use any combination of 4204, 4229 .
Map output devices via *79 Menu mode.
On-Board Triggers
2
2
Can be used to reset 4-wire smoke detectors.
Output functions
Up to 48
Up to 24
Program output functions via *80 Menu mode.
Audio Alarm Verification
Using AAV
module
Using AAV
module
Use Resideo AVS or Eagle Model 1250 in conjunction
with an output trigger to permit voice dialog between an
operator at the central station and a person at the
premises. The AVS system can be used to provide AAV
via phone line or AlarmNet IP/GSM (using a GSMV4G
module).
Alarm output
12VDC, 2
AMP 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.
See note
12VDC, 600 mA maximum; uses circuit protection.
Backup Battery
See note.
See note.
Rechargeable (sealed lead-acid type) 12VDC, 4AH
minimum.
Communication Device
(Long Range Radio)
See note.
See note.
Messages normally intended for the primary telephone
number can be reported via ECP connection to various
communication devices (check compatibility/availability
of specific models)
AC Power Supply
See note.
See note.
Plug-in 120VAC transformer, 1321 (1321CN 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.

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SECTION 2
Mounting and Wiring the Control
Installing the Control Cabinet and PC Board
Cabinet and Lock
1. Remove the cabinet door. Remove
the cabinet knockouts needed for
wiring entry.
2. 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.
3. When installation and wiring is
completed, install the cabinet door
and secure by using 2 screws
(supplied) through the door's edge.
OPTIONAL KEY LOCK: If desired, a
key lock can be installed (K4445V1).
Remove the lock knockout from the
door. Insert the key into the lock.
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.
CABINET DOOR
BOTTOM
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
cab_lock_snap-001-V0
PUSH
SNAP
TAB
SNAP
TAB
PUSH
ON LOCK
UNTIL IT
IS SEATED
SECURELY
STEP 2STEP 1
CHECK
POSITION
Figure 1. Installing the Door and Cabinet Lock
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
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.

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Mounting Board with RF
Receiver (continued)
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.
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**
6150V Fixed-Word Display Voice Keypad
60mA/160mA**
6160V Alpha Display Voice Keypad
60mA/190mA**
6280 Touch Screen Keypad
140mA/255mA**
Tuxedo Touch
140mA/260mA**
Tux-WiFi
140mA/260mA**
5881/5882 RF Receiver
60mA
5883H 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
Th
e 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 attach
ed peripheral devices for 24 hours in the intended standby
co
ndition, followed by at least 4 minutes in the intended fire alarm signaling condition. This control panel can meet these requ
irements 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
18AH‡‡
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.)
‡‡ 18AH must be mounted in a separate cabinet.

Mounting and Wiring the Control
2-3
AC Power, Battery, and Ground Connections
1321 Transformer
Connect the 1321 Transformer (1321CN 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 2-2
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 (use minimum 14AWG wire). 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 acr
oss 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. 745X3),
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 600mA. In
addition, the sounding device must be a
UL Listed audible signal appliance rated
to operate in a 10.5-13.8VDC voltage
range, and must be mounted indoors.
Figure 5. Sounder Wiring (Supervised)
Connecting the Keypads and Other Addressable Devices
UL
For UL985 Residential Fire Installations, two keypads must be installed, one near the control panel and the other can be
remotely mounted. One keypad, nearest the control panel, must use a direct connection to the control panel. The second
(possible remote) keypad must be connected to the control panel via an ECP-ISO (ECP Isolator).
Connections
Connect keypads and other addressable devices (4204, 4219, 4229, 5881, GSMV4G, 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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2-5
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 data fields *190-*196 in the Programming Guide 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 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, 2, 5**, or 6** depending on which unit is enabled in
field *189. ** VISTA-20P series
Communication Device
(Long Range Radio)
Connections
Connect the data in/data out terminals and voltage input terminals of the communication
device to the control's keypad connection points.
Set the device’s address to “03” following the instructions provided with the device.
•Use a compatible communication device (e.g., GSMV4G, GSMX4G, IGSMV4G).
UL
The user shall be notified that all equipment necessary for the transmission of alarm, trouble, supervisory and
other signals located at the residence shall have a secondary power capacity of 24 hours.
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 Communication Device.
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 (touchscreen)
01
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 1
AUI 2 (touchscreen)
02
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 2
AUI 3 (touchscreen) (V20P)
05
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AUI 3
AUI 4 (touchscreen) (V20P)
06
automatic if AUI enable field *189 enabled for AsUI 4
Communication Device (LRR)
03
103
automatic if communication device is enabled in field *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 zones 33 - 40
module 5 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
** address 07 not available if zone-doubling enabled
† 4219/4229 addresses 9-11 and 4204 addresses 14-15 apply to the VISTA-20P.
†† Addressable devices are identified by “1” plus the device address when reporting. Enter report code for zone 91 to enable addressable
device reporting (default = reports enabled). See field *199 for addressable device 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
(V20P only)
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.
13
12 14
TAMPER
CONTACTS
TAMPER
CONTACTS
Fig. 7. Typical Double Balanced Zones
Zone Doubling
(V20P only)
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 supplied; use 3k and 6.2k 5%,
1/4W or bigger resistors).
•
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).
10 11
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)
Smoke Detectors
1. Connect up to 16 (10, if “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 (number of detectors depends on detector current draw)
to any zone from 2-8 as shown in Figures 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.

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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.
•VISTA-20P: Up to 40 expansion zones using up to 5 Zone Exp. Modules.
•VISTA-15P: Up to 16 expansion zones using up to 2 Zone Exp. Modules.
2. Connect sensors to the module’s loops.
•Use appropriate end-of-line resistors (2k ohms) 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/5882L up to 8
5881ENM/5882M, up to 16
6150RF
5881ENH, VISTA-20P = up to 40 plus 16 buttons
5883H, 6160RF VISTA-15P = up to 26 plus 8 buttons
Receiver Connections
WIRELESS ZONE
NUMBERS
VISTA-20P:
transmitter zones 9-48
button zones 49-64
VISTA-15P:
transmitter zones 9-34
button zones 49-56
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.
Figure 10. 5881/5882 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 XX” is displayed. († Hand-held
transmitters, e.g., 5802, 5802CP, 5804, 5804BD, 5827, 5827BD, 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 5827, 5827BD, 5804BD wireless keypads to the programmed House ID (field *24),
using its DIP switches (5827) or follow the instructions provided with the device.
•Use *56 or *58 Zone Programming Menu modes to program zone information and enroll
transmitters (VISTA-20P: zones 9-48, buttons 49-64; VISTA-15P: zones 9-34, buttons 49-
56).
•
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.
The RF supervision period for the VISTA-20PCN and VISTA-15PCN is three hours for Fire zones
(Zone Type 9 and 16) and 12 hours for all other zone types.
UL The following transmitters are not intended for use in UL installations: 5802MN, 5802MN2, 5804,
5804BD, 5814, 5816TEMP, 5819, 5819WHS & BRS, and 5850.
The 5827BD can be used in UL Listed Residential Burglar installations.
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.
• Some transmitters (e.g., 5802 and 5802CP) contain long-life but non-replaceable
batteries, and no battery installation is required. At the end of their life, the complete unit
must be replaced (and a new serial number enrolled by the control).
• Button-type transmitters (such as 5801, 5802, and 5802CP) should be periodically tested
for battery life.
• The 5802MN and 5804 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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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.
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 Devices
section. Use the connector harness supplied with the module. Use standard 4-conductor
twisted cable for long wiring runs.
VISTA-20P: Up to 16 relays
VISTA-15P: Up to 8 relays
3. Connect the desired field wiring to the unit's relay contact terminals.
•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.
On-Board Triggers
Connect field wiring to the desired trigger pin on the 8-pin trigger connector centrally located
above the terminal strip.
•Use a 4-wire cable (N4632-4, not supplied) as shown below.
Figure 13b. On-Board Trigger Connector
with 4-Wire Cable for Trigger Use Only
•Trigger outputs are normally high, and go low upon programmed condition.
•The outputs can be programmed for inverted operation (normally low, go high) 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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Phone Line and Audio Alarm Verification (AAV) Connections
Phone Line
Connect incoming phone line and handset wiring to the main terminal block (via an RJ31X
jack) as shown in the Summary of Connections diagram at the back of this manual.
Wire colors represent the colors of the cable to the RJ31X jack.
Audio Alarm Verification
Connections
(UVS System)
Using the UVS System with UVCM Module
The UVS system provides audio alarm verification via the phone line.
•Refer to the connection diagram below.
•Connections use one of the on-board triggers.
•Set field *91 for AAV and program the appropriate output (output 17 or 18) using *80 Menu
mode: select zone type 60 and output action 1 (close for 2 seconds).
•For voice session monitoring, connect an EOLR zone to UVCM module terminals 6 & 7, and
program the zone as zone type 81 (*56 Menu mode).
E.g., Using output 18 for the trigger, program an output function in *80 Menu mode as:
ZT = 60, P = 0, Action = 1, Device = 18
•Suggested AAV Module: ADEMCO UVS (shown) or Eagle 1250
UL UL installations using the AAV feature must use the ADEMCO UVCM module (part of the
ADEMCO UVS system).
Figure 15. Connection of AAV Unit

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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 or via AlarmNet if the
GSMV4G or GSMX4G module is used as the communication device.
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 AVS DIP switch to the appropriate address (V15P = 08; V20P = 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.
Connecting an Optional GSMV4G/GSMX4G Module
a. If using a GSMV4G or GSMX4G module for 2-way voice operation, install the module
according to its instructions. NOTE: The module must be mounted within three feet of the
control.
b. Connect the audio cable from the module to the Audio connector on the AVS board. The
audio cable is supplied with the GSMV4G/GSMX4G module.
c. Complete all other GSMV4G/GSMX4G wiring following the instructions included with that
module.
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 16. Connections for the AVS System

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