VISTA Automation Module (VAM) User Manual
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1. co ez Z Wave Primary Default Ctrl Manually Operating Devices Devices can be programmed to operate automatically based on scenes you define refer to the Creating Scenes section Or you can manually control devices from the Device List screen click Automation Adding Include Add Z Wave Devices Each device must be installed according to the manufacturer s instructions Before starting make sure light modules are on door locks are assembled and have their batteries installed and thermostats are installed and operating WARNING Automation is intended for lifestyle convenience Do not use automation for life safety and property protection 1 Go to the Z Wave Device Management screen Automation gt Z Wave Setup Click the Add Device button 3 At the Z Wave device press the appropriate Function button depending on the type of device being added Refer to the Device sections that follow 11 A Light Switch or Outlet Module i Perform steps 1 amp 2 above ii Be sure the power switch on the device module is ON iii Press the Function Key on the device NOTE Z Wave light modules may vary follow the instructions in the Users Guide for your specific device to include properly into the Z Wave network e Ifa dimmer module multi level switch was included an On Off button and three lighting level buttons Low Mid High are displayed e If2. Open a web browser on the smart device Go to VAM s default IP address 192 168 2 1 3 Connect the VAM to the home router a b From the main menu click the Set Home Router button Enter the home router SSID and security key SSID and security key are case sensitive Click Connect A countdown begins and displays Trying to connect to the Router xxxx please stay in this page and wait 27 d VAM can take about 2 minutes to connect to the home router During this time VAM reboots twice and a new network IP address is assigned to the VAM When done VAM connects to the home router 4 Retrieve and save VAM s network IP address a b Leave the browser page open Reconnect the smart device to the VAM using the device s Wi Fi settings menu When connected to the VAM return to the open browser page and click the Show IP Info link The home router s SSID and VAM s new IP address is shown Select the Fixed IP option and replace the displayed IP address with the recommended address shown Note this IP address for future reference Click the Save and Bookmark This Device button At the Device will reboot do you want to continue prompt click the checkmark yes VAM reboots then connects to the assigned router 5 Check that the smart device is connected to the proper router a b c Notification window displays Keep screen open Go to Wi Fi setup and select the xxxx
3. d Click OK 13 Abort a Z Wave Action If you inadvertently make a wrong selection add delete or remove failed device click the Abort button to stop the process Removing Excluding All Z Wave Devices To remove all Z Wave devices do the following 1 Go to the Z Wave Management screen Automation gt Z Wave Setup 2 Click Z Wave Default to delete all devices from the controller NOTE This removes Z Wave devices from VAM only This does not exclude devices from the network Each device will need to be individually excluded before it can be re included into another network 3 Select Yes The following message is displayed This Z WAVE controller is about to be factory defaulted and will lose all devices in the enrolled list All Z WAVE devices must be re enrolled after this reset Each device will have to be excluded before it can be re enrolled Yes or No Using VAM as a Secondary Controller VAM can be used as a secondary controller when connected to another Z Wave network NOTE If VAM is configured as secondary controller it cannot be used with Total Connect Remote Services 1 Remove any Z Wave devices previously included in VAM Click Automation gt Z Wave Setup to display the Z Wave Management screen then click Z Wave Default and select Yes 2 Press the Z Wave Primary Controller button located on the bottom right of the Z Wave Management screen to switch VAM to secondary controller The Z Wave Pr
4. options are selected by either clicking a mouse pointer or touching tapping the screen In this manual the term click is used to indicate this function Navigation Button Descriptions To aid in the navigation through the VAM menus a set of user friendly icons buttons has been provided The appearance and function of these buttons are described below BUTTON BUTTON FUNCTION TITLE j Q Automation Used to control and set up Z Wave devices DF f Used to control the security portion of the Security system E Multimedia Used to view cameras and or add cameras xa to the system Returns to the Main menu Home Home screen Back Returns to the previous screen Used to set various system settings Setup including remote access log in credentials time amp date and Wi Fi setup a O Set Home Router Accesses the Set Home Router screen and used to connect VAM to your home router Exit Exit the VAM menu mE Switch Theme Used to set the screen for use on a mobile device or PC LED Functions The VISTA Automation Module has three LEDs as follows Honeywell SD SDHC Card Slot Power Status LED Green O Network Status LED 7 Blue i Operaiion Status LED allow HL_ Reset Button Ed l__ _ Wi Fi amp Factory _J O Default Button LED BUTTON MEANING Power
5. trademarks in the U S Canada and countries around the world QuickTime is a registered trademark of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries iPad and iPhone are registered trademarks of Apple Inc iTunes and iTunes Store are registered trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries All other trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners Z Wave devices are identified by the Z Wave logo and can be purchased from your local retailer YA Z Wave is a registered trademark Sigma Designs wave Inc and or its subsidiaries WARNING Z WAVE DEVICES NOT FOR USE WITH MEDICAL OR LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT Z Wave enabled devices should never be used to supply power to or control the On Off status of medical and or life support equipment Introduction The VISTA Automation Module herein after referred to as VAM provides Z Wave automation features to your VISTA security system allowing control of various Z Wave devices including cameras lights door locks and thermostats VAM does not have a physical keypad interface but instead is controlled by using a web browser on a Wi Fi enabled smart device that is connected to your home Wi Fi network DISPLAY NOTE For optimum viewing of the screens and menus the tablet s font size setting may need to be adjusted VAM Features Feature Description Wi Fi Connection VAM use
6. By Clock set the time the scene should begin Security Thermostat Choose the security mode upon which the action begins Disarm action starts when the system is disarmed Away action starts when system is armed Away mode Stay action starts when system is armed Stay mode Night action starts when system is armed Instant or Night mode Away Secured action starts after exit delay expires Choose the temperature at which the action begins Above set the temperature Below set the temperature Door Choose the door status at which the action begins Locked action starts when the door is locked Unlocked action starts when the door is unlocked Code Unlocked action starts when door is unlocked by manual code entry Zones Choose the zone condition to cause the action to begin Restore for trigger only not for use with conditions Alarm upon an alarm from a specific zone or zones Fault upon a fault from a specific zone or zones Condition Defines an optional event that adds a condition to the trigger If a condition is set the condition must exist at the time of the trigger in order for the action to occur Conditions include the same categories as triggers however conditions cannot be set with the same category as the trigger ex if setting a trigger event for security you cannot use a security event as a condition 16 Action Defines the desired device action s when the tri
7. can stop without indication due to network connection issues Adding Cameras to the System NOTE VAM must be Wi Fi connected to the home router before adding cameras 1 Before mounting your camera connect a Cat5 6 cable to the back of the camera and connect the opposite end to the Ethernet port on your router Initial camera setup cannot be performed over a wireless connection Apply power to the Camera It may take a few seconds for initial power up of camera Click Multimedia and then click the Camera Setup button to display the Camera List screen Click the Discover button to locate the camera Once located highlight the camera address and go to Step 6 below If the camera information is not automatically obtained click the Add button to manually enter the appropriate information if known To edit camera information highlight the listed camera name and click the Edit button enter the desired name for the camera Enter the appropriate information NAME IP Address RTSP MJPEG MOBILE RTSP PORT MODEL if known Click OK A pop up window displays cam name wireless set OK if successful Or cam name wireless set Failed If successful the Cat5 6 cable can now be removed from the wireless camera Recycle power to the camera Once power has been recycled you can view wirelessly via the VAM s Multimedia menu NOTES QuickTime media player must be installed on the smart device For b
8. debe aceptar cualquier interferencia incluyendo la que pueda causar su operaci n no deseada DECLARACION ANATEL Este equipamento opera em car ter secund rio isto n o tem direito a prote o contra interfer ncia prejudicial mesmo de esta es do mesmo tipo e n o pode causar interfer ncia a sistemas operando em car ter prim rio 31 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Honeywell International Inc acting through its Security amp Communications business Seller 2 Corporate Center Drive Melville New York 11747 warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service normal wear and tear excepted for 24 months from the manufacture date code provided however that in the event the Buyer presents a proper invoice relating to the purchased product and such invoice bears a date later than the manufacture date then Seller may at its discretion reflect the warranty period as commencing at invoice date Except as required by law this Limited Warranty is only made to Buyer and may not be transferred to any third party During the applicable warranty period Seller will repair or replace at its sole option and as the exclusive remedy hereunder free of charge any defective products Seller shall have no obligation under this Limited Warranty or otherwise if the product i is improperly installed applied or maintained ii installed outside of stated operating para
9. faulted Zones must be closed or bypassed before you can arm the system Distressed Zones Buttons g A A Oo gs ou Bypass Alarm Troubles Faults Low Battery Zones All To display the open zone s do the following 1 Select Security then click the SHOW ZONES button 2 Click the DISTRESSED ZONES button and then click the FAULTS button A listing of faulted zones is displayed As applicable take corrective action such as closing a window or door to correct the fault 3 Ifthe fault cannot be corrected you may choose to bypass the zone by selecting the zone then click the BYPASS SELECTED button Refer to the How to Bypass Zones section for more details on bypassing zones How to Bypass Zones The Bypass function is used when you want to arm your system with one or more zones left open Bypassed zones are unprotected and do not cause an alarm when violated while your system is armed Some systems do not allow you to bypass fire carbon monoxide or emergency zones On certain fire control systems a specified user may be allowed to bypass fire carbon monoxide and system zones if the user was enabled by your system installer Limits apply as to how many zones can be bypassed at one time See your installer for these limits 21 Show Zones Buttons A i ky Pla Bypass Show Zones Clear Refresh Data Selected Distressed Zones 1 Select SECURITY 2 Click t
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11. see next page Controlling Automation Z Wave Devices Remotely Use Total Connect to control Z Wave devices lamp modules binary switch dimmer modules multilevel switch thermostats etc from a smart phone iPad Android Tablet Blackberry or PC 1 Access the Total Connect account and navigate to the Automation section of the dashboard 2 Select a displayed device and click the desired action Refer to the Total Connect online help guide for further details on controlling Z Wave devices 23 Creating Scenes in Total Connect Use the Automation section of the dashboard in Total Connect to create up to 20 scenes Refer to the Total Connect Online Help Guide for further details and device limitations for creating an automation scene 1 Access the Total Connect account and navigate to the utomation module Click Create New Enter a name for the scene select an button and then click on the check boxes for the various device actions desired for that scene Set the thermostat if used to the desired mode and or temperature for that scene Click Save when done NOTE Scenes created in Total Connect can be edited only from Total Connect After scenes have been created follow the Total Connect prompts to synchronize the data with VAM Syncing is required before scenes created in Total Connect will display in VAM s menus Viewing and Controlling Total Connect Scenes from VAM Use the Scenes button to displa
12. AM was assigned to when installed 1 From the Home screen select Security and then select Arm Multi Partition Choose the desired arming mode Enter the user code authorized to access other partition s Select the partition from the list on the screen and press OK If desired select ALL to arm all partitions listed oP WON Steps to Disarm the System IMPORTANT If you return to your home or business and the main burglary sounder is on DO NOT enter the premises but call the police from a nearby safe location If you return to your home or business after an alarm has occurred and the main sounder has shut itself off the keypad beeps rapidly upon entering indicating that an alarm has occurred during your absence LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location If armed in AWAY mode 1 When you enter the premises the Entry Delay Active message appears 2 Enter your 4 digit user code The system disarms If armed in STAY or NIGHT mode 1 Select the Disarm button 2 Enter your 4 digit user code The system disarms 20 Steps to Disarm Multi Partitions 1 Select Security Choose Arm Multi Partition Click the Disarm button Enter your 4 digit user code oP WN Highlight the partition s to disarm and press OK or press ALL to disarm all partitions How to Display Faults Zones If the system shows the Not Ready Fault message it means a zone or zones are open
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14. Diagnostic Connect Clear TC Enable To access Total Connect Server Information and Z Wave Status from the VAM do the following 1 From the Main menu click Setup gt System enter the installer code if required Click the TC SERVER button 2 The Total Connect Server Setup screen is displayed with the current Server information and Z Wave Status enabled disabled NOTE These fields are for reference only and cannot be edited 3 Click the Connect button to test the connection to the AlarmNet servers 25 System Setup Use the setup menus to create a remote access login set the time and date and connect VAM to a new wireless router Remote Access Log In Setup Account Setup Remote access lets the user access VAM s menus directly via the Internet when away from home The home router must first be configured for port forwarding Refer to the router s instructions for details on port forwarding You can assign up to five user logins To set up a remote access log in do the following 1 Click Setup gt Account 2 Enter the desired user name and password Passwords must be a minimum of 8 alphanumeric characters and must include at least one uppercase letter one lowercase letter and one number 3 Click Save The new user is displayed To clear a user s login click the CLEAR button To access VAM remotely use a web browser and VAM s network IP address to go to the login screen Enter the
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16. Honeywell VISTA Automation Module User Guide N J 800 15629V1 7 14 Rev A TABLE of CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 145 425k4 x idak k k n EA EA UR AM ae ME e XWR DRA U ERE AA KENA WAR VR SEK RA ER KERA WW ARA 5 VAM Features ere Memory Card 6 Navigating the VAM Menus 6 Navigation Button Descriptions eal LED FUNCIONS resisite bean K n Da wei Ye YEK EW ayak Ewa daba av Der an aka N yeke aa Va day K y k Kek ka Ka daba Ken 8 USING CAMERAS MULTIMEDIA MENU ccccceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 9 Viewing Cameras cccccceeeeeeeeeseeeeeeteeeeeaee 9 Adding Cameras to the System Removing Cameras from the System AUTOMATION AND USING Z WAVE DEVICES AUTOMATION MENU 11 Manually Operating Devices LEi kk kk ek kk kk kk KK Ak kK KA kK KARA Adding Include Add Z Wave Devices h kk kk ek kk ek kk kk k AKAR kk Editing Z Wave Device Names h Ek kk kek K k kk K k A KAK AK KAR KAYA Abort a Z Wave Aciion Removing Excluding All Z Wave Devices Using VAM as a Secondary Controller u kk ekk kek Z Wave Advanced Setup for Installer use ONIy cccceeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeneeeteeeeeseaees 14 Z Wave System Notes ee Z Wave Troubleshooting GREATING SCENES ji
17. Mode differently have the installer describe the actual settings of this mode Use to arm more than one partition if you are authorized to do so Refer to the Arming Multiple partitions section for details Show Zones Arm Multi Partition zan This mode emulates a standard alpha keypad If desired you can use asa this mode to control the security system using standard keypad tag commands Refer to the Console Emulation Mode section for details ode a Use to display the zones programmed in your system From this EE menu you can view faulted zones zones not ready to arm and bypass zones Refer to the How to Bypass Zones section for details 19 Steps to Arm the System Arming the system in any mode is performed in the same way NOTE Close all perimeter windows and doors before arming and make sure the system is Ready to Arm Or bypass zones you want left open to make the system Ready to Arm 1 From the Home screen select SECURITY 2 Choose the desired arming mode You may be prompted to enter your user code 3 The screen displays the exit delay countdown When exit delay expires the screen displays Armed Arming Multiple Partitions NOTES e Some systems may not have multiple partitions In addition your code must be authorized to arm multiple partitions e Mobile view cannot be used to arm multiple partitions Mobile view can control only the partition V
18. Status Indicates power status This LED blinks when it is green powering up and booting Solid green indicates it is fully functional Network Status blue When the Wi Fi is connected to the VAM it will show the Wi Fi status through the blue LED The LED is blinking when VAM is booting and solid blue when VAM is ready as AP mode acting as an Access Point or connects to the internet as STA mode station mode device is connected to the Wi Fi router Operation Status yellow Normally off It will blink slowly if there is no communication with the control panel or if the Z wave controller is not responding Fast blinking indicates Z wave is in enrollment or deletion status Reset Button Press to reboot the device The Reset button can also be used to restore factory default settings During power up press and hold the reset button for more than 5 seconds the unit will restore factory default settings The Wi Fi amp Factory Default button can also be used to restore factory defaults Wi Fi amp Factory Default Button e Wi Fi Network Reset Press and hold down for more than 5 seconds to clear the VAM s Wi Fi network connection You will then need to reconnect the VAM to your home Wi Fi network e Factory Default Reset Double press this button then while the green blue and yellow LEDs blink in sequence press and hold down this button for more than 5 seconds to set the VAM to its factory de
19. The VAM supports automatic software upgrades However an SD memory card must be installed and left in the VAM to upgrade the software Your installer may have installed the SD memory card for you See Software Upgrades section later in this manual for more information about automatic software upgrades If not already installed insert the memory card SD SDHC Card as shown e 4GB SD card supplied ey e Supports up to 16GB SD Card IMPORTANT Avoid touching the contacts on the SD card Navigating the VAM Menus VAM is controlled by using a web browser on a Wi Fi enabled smart device Your installer will have shown you the URL to enter into the browser s address bar that opens VAM s Main menu and perhaps made a bookmark favorite for easy access later If not you can locate VAM by going to http vam mylanconnect com Navigation begins from the Main menu Navigate through various sub menus by clicking graphical buttons buttons to perform a selected function From the Main menu you can e control your security system e control view your cameras e control home automation such as lighting thermostat and Saturday door locks an e switch from PC view to mobile 00 47 AM view by clicking Switch Theme button A Q 7 e go to advanced setup menus Switch Theme Advanced Setup Set Home Router Exit Powered by Honeywell system Http API 6280_V5 1 2W NOTE Depending on the type of device being used to access the VAM
20. access point and return to this page along with a countdown timer The countdown timer simply indicates the time remaining for the VAM to reboot Note that the VAM s LEDs blink in various patterns indicating that reboot is in progress Use the device s Wi Fi setup menu and make sure it is connected to the router displayed xxxx in the notification Reboot is complete when the blue and green LEDs light steady 6 Complete the network setup and bookmark VAM s URL a VAM should now be connected to the home network router and the smart device should show the main menu If not displayed check that the smart device is connected to the correct router Bookmark the URL displayed in the browser s address bar for easy access to VAM later To access VAM s main menu at a later session simply go to the bookmarked address or go to http vam mylanconnect com Change Wi Fi Router Option The Change Wi Fi Router option is an alternative method of changing your router but is recommended only for users with Wi Fi network administrator experience To change a router simply fill in the information on the Change Wi Fi Router screen Setup gt Network gt Change Wi Fi Router 28 Options and ECP Address for Installer use only IMPORTANT The Options menu is intended for the installer only and the settings should not be changed by the user Changing these settings can disconnect communication between VAM and the control pa
21. an on off light appliance module binary switch was included an On Off button to control the device is displayed The screen displays a series of messages Start add device Please press function key on device Adding Slave Unit Device added successfully B Door Locks Assemble the Z Wave door lock IMPORTANT Be sure the door lock orientation handedness is correct before including the lock into the system NOTE The VAM cannot synchronize panel users to the lock Door lock devices may vary follow the instructions in the User Guide for your specific door lock to include properly and to program a new user code Refer to the Door Lock s Instruction Guide and connect necessary cables then install batteries NOTES e Program the user code in the control panel prior to programming that user code into the door lock User Codes must be 4 digits e If software is upgraded on the VAM re include the door lock and reset the user code in the door lock Include a door lock device into VAM as follows i Perform steps 1 amp 2 above ii Press the Function Key on the door lock iii Program the selected user code assigned in the panel refer to Door Lock User Guide The screen displays a series of messages Please press function key on device Adding Slave Unit Adding to Security Network 12 U L Access control functionality has not been evaluated by UL and may not be used in UL L
22. assigned user name and password to open the main menu NOTE Remote login is blocked after 3 failed attempts To reset remote access you must first connect to VAM locally via the home router then re enable remote access Click Setup gt Account then click the appropriate user Enable button and click Save Time and Date Setup VAM can get the time from the control panel use the Get Time button or the time can be set manually Set the time and date using the Set Time amp Date option e When the time is set it is stored in the keypad and sent to the control panel when you click the Apply button Additionally the control panel downloads its time into the VAM once an hour after the clock is set e If Get Time is clicked the VAM downloads the time and date from the control panel and exits the Set Time amp Date screen Steps to Set the Time and Date 1 Click Setup gt System gt Time Date Setup 2 Select the Month Year Hour and Minutes using the drop down menus 3 Select AM or PM selection toggles by clicking 4 Select the desired date format using the MMDDYY drop down menu Choose 12 hour select the 12 Hour checkbox or 24 hour format uncheck the checkbox 26 5 If Daylight Saving Time is used in your time zone click DST and set the start and end DST month weekend and hour VAM automatically adjusts the time when Daylight Saving Time starts and ends 6 Click Apply to save the settings 7 Select the Reg
23. click OK 4 Assign the desired Condition Trigger and Action for this scene For each category use the appropriate device drop down menu to choose the specific device s 5 After each selection click Save Creating Groups amp Rooms Groups and rooms are defined collections of Z Wave devices that can be used in scenes A group is a defined collection of the same type of Z Wave devices only light modules or only door locks etc When used in a scene and the scene activates all devices assigned to that group activate A room is a defined collection of different types of Z Wave devices light modules door locks thermostat etc Defining rooms can help organize your devices to make it easier to locate specific devices you may wish to control Group Setup Buttons XS F B Delete Edit Add Save Steps to Create a Group 1 Click Automation gt Group Setup tA 2 Click the Add button and enter a group name gt GO 3 Choose the Group Type Binary Switches Dimmer Lights Door Locks Shades Thermostats Others from the drop down list 4 Choose the device s to be part of this group from the drop down list Use the edit button to change the name of a group if desired 5 Click Save Steps to Create a Room 1 Click Automation gt Room Setup 2 Click the Add button and enter a room name gt GO 3 Select the device s to be part of this room from the drop dow
24. d devices installed in the control network Please Note Z Wave home control networks are designed to work properly alongside wireless security sensors Wi Fi Bluetooth and other wireless devices Some 900 MHz wireless devices such as baby cams wireless video devices and older cordless phones may cause interference and limit Z Wave functionality Things to consider regarding RF range Each wall or obstacle such as refrigerator big screen TV etc between the remote and the destination device will reduce the maximum range of 100 feet by approximately 25 30 Brick tile or concrete walls block more of the RF signal than walls made of wooden studs and drywall Wall mounted Z Wave devices installed in metal junction boxes will suffer a significant loss of range approximately 20 since the metal box blocks a large part of the RF signal Controlling Devices The features and functions that can be controlled vary by manufacturer and you need to review the user manual that was provided to determine capabilities of each device 30 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FCC AND INDUSTRY CANADA IC STATEMENTS The user shall not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless authorized by the Installation Instructions or User s Manual Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC CLASS B STATEMENT This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been fou
25. est performance set camera resolution to 320 x 240 at 8 frames per second fps normal quality Maximum suggested camera resolution 640 x 480 Maximum suggested frame rate 15 fps Camera viewing is not compatible if using Opera web browser Removing Cameras from the System 1 2 3 To delete a camera highlight the camera name and click the Delete button To delete all cameras click the Delete ALL button Click the Save button 10 Automation and Using Z Wave Devices Automation menu The VISTA Automation Module lets you control installed Z Wave devices such as lights thermostats door locks etc To use Z Wave devices they first must be added included to the system Follow the instructions below to Include Z Wave enabled devices into the VAM control network and follow the instructions in the Z Wave device User Guide for your specific device EXISTING NETWORK NOTE Z Wave products from other manufacturers can be included added into the VAM network Z Wave devices that are always powered can serve as repeaters regardless of manufacturer e Automation functionality is supplementary only and has not been U L evaluated by UL e Z Wave applications have not been evaluated by UL Z Wave Device List Buttons ey Y Room Scene Z Wave Group Refresh Setup Setup Setup Setup Z Wave Device Management Buttons ey ey Go Gy Add Remove Abort Remove Edit Device Device Operation Failed Name
26. fault settings Using Cameras MultiMedia menu The Multi Media feature allows you to view up to four cameras at once from the VAM camera screen U L Camera functionality is supplementary only and has not been evaluated by UL Camera Buttons wy aa a YA ZE Quad Full View Pan Tilt Back View Camera Setup Buttons SK K DISCOVERY ADD EDIT DELETE atta SETTINGS Viewing Cameras Your installer may have installed one or more cameras at the time of installation If you want to add cameras to the system see the Adding Cameras to the System section 1 Select Multimedia 2 Images from installed cameras appear Use the Quad View button to view up to four cameras on the same screen Select a quadrant area on the screen this area is highlighted and then select the camera that you want to appear in that quadrant Click the Full View icon located on the lower right of a quad view image to display a larger view of the image For pan tilt style cameras use the Pan Tilt button to change the angle of the selected camera NOTES 1 Certain browsers and or devices may limit the number of cameras that can be viewed 2 The New Camera feature requires installation of QuickTime on the smart device Devices for Android do not currently support QuickTime IMPORTANT Use cameras for non security purposes only Camera streams viewed from the web browser
27. gger event occurs Actions include the following categories Security Choose the mode to occur upon the trigger event Disarm NOTE A valid user code is required Away for the system to perform any of the Stay actions listed Enter the code at the Night arms Instant prompt If the user code is later deleted Enter User Code from the security system you will need to reenter a valid code at this screen Thermostat Choose the action to occur upon the trigger event Off Heat Cool Set point Set energy mode normal savings if savings selected see your local programming of the thermostat for settings Light Choose the light option to occur upon the trigger event On Off On for Time Door Choose the door status to occur upon the trigger event Unlocks Locks Example You want the lights to turn on when you arrive back home and disarm the system but only at night Trigger when the system disarms Set the Trigger to Security System Disarm Condition only at night Set the TIME condition enter the Start Time and Duration Action Turn the lights ON Set the Action to LIGHT ON Scene Buttons im i amp ADD DELETE EDIT Condition Trigger Action Buttons a PA X Add Edit Delete 17 Steps To Create a Scene 1 Go to the Scene Setup menu Automation gt Scene Setup 2 Click Add 3 Click Scene Name enter a name and
28. he SHOW ZONES button 3 Choose the zone s to be bypassed and click the BYPASS SELECTED button 4 Enter your 4 digit user code 5 Click the BACK button to return to the Arming screen and then arm the system in the desired arming mode How to Clear Bypassed Zones For some control panels a bypassed zone is automatically unbypassed when you disarm the system Ask your installer if this is active for your system You can also manually remove the bypass as follows 1 Click the SHOW ZONES button 2 Click the CLEAR BYPASSES button 3 Enter your 4 digit user code The system should now be Ready to Arm NOTE If the system is armed and you unbypass a zone it disarms the system If zones are still faulted not ready the system will indicate the status as Not Ready Fault Console Emulation Mode Console Emulation Mode allows you to use the web browser as a keypad interface just as you would a regular system keypad All commands shown in Console Emulation mode can be performed from a standard alpha keypad NOTES e It is recommended that you do not use Console Emulation Mode to enter GOTO commands because unsatisfactory operation may result e 2 button panic keys 1 amp 3 amp and amp do not function in the Console Emulation Mode The A B C and D buttons do function if programmed as panic keys Check with your system installer for details How to Enter Console Emulation Mode To start Console Emulatio
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30. ices see Adding Z Wave Devices section Z Wave Troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION Cannot add new Make sure the Z Wave device is within range of the device VAM You may need to move the device closer to the VAM Refer to the Z Wave device Instruction Guide for proper range Device is within 1 Go to the Z Wave Device Management proper range but ey screen Automation gt Z Wave Setup still is not If the device does not appear on the screen included click the Z Wave Exclude Delete button K 2 At the Z Wave device Click the Function Key The screen will display a message Device Removed 3 Include the device again Highlighted When deleting a device if the selected device device will not remains on the screen highlight the device delete Gil name and click the Removed Failed Device button 15 Creating Scenes The system can automatically activate various devices when certain events occur The programming of these triggers and actions is called Scenes Up to 10 scenes can be defined A scene consists of a trigger an optional condition and up to three actions Definitions of Trigger Condition and Action Trigger Defines the event that triggers the programmed action s Triggers include the following categories Time Choose the time option the action should begin Repeated choose the days of the week Once enter the date Sunrise Sunset region must be set
31. imary button changes to Z Wave Secondary accordingly 3 Start the inclusion process at the other network s primary controller see controller s manual then click the Add Device button in VAM s Z Wave Management screen to add include VAM to the controller To remove exclude VAM from the primary controller start the exclusion process at the other network s primary controller then click the Remove Device button in VAM Z Wave Advanced Setup for Installer use only IMPORTANT The Z Wave Advanced Setup menu is intended for the installer only and the settings should not be changed by the user Changing these settings can cause system errors 14 Z Wave System Notes 1 Motorized door lock bolts physically lock and unlock when activated but if the door lock installed is a non motorized type activation allows the door to be manually unlocked without a key See Compatible Devices section for further information 2 Some thermostats do not update temperature status automatically e Wayne Dalton 3 When using a Kwikset Smartcode electronic deadbolt door lock in a Scene that is programmed to trigger when unlocked the Scene does not trigger if using a key enter a user code NOTE IF SYSTEM DEFAULT IS PERFORMED If VAM is reset to Factory Defaults all Z Wave devices must be re included into the system even if they appear on the Device List Remove all Z Wave devices first then re include all desired dev
32. ion from the Region drop down menu and enter the appropriate ZIP or Postal code 8 A choice checkmark Yes X No to copy the time to the control panel may appear Yes sets the control panel to the time entered in VAM Changing the Home Router Wi Fi Setup To set up the Wi Fi network for VAM you will need the following e Wi Fi enabled smart device Tablet PC laptop Smartphone etc e VAM SSID and WPA2 password located on the VAM s label e VAM default IP address 192 168 2 1 e Home router SSID and WPA2 password typically located on the home router s label home router must use WPA2 encryption and have a password key assigned NOTE Before setting up the network set your smart device for Wi Fi operation only turn off 3G 4G option 1 Connect a smart Wi Fi device to VAM a Power up the VAM and reset it to its factory Wi Fi network settings Using the Wi Fi and Factory Default button press and hold down for more than 5 seconds to reset the Wi Fi network settings VAM s LEDs blink in various patterns indicating that reboot is in progress Reboot is complete when the blue and green LEDs light steady Connect the smart device to the VAM using the device s Wi Fi settings menu VAM is a wireless access point Enter the VAM SSID VAM_xxxx NOTE xxxx the last 4 digits of the MAC address case sensitive Enter the Key found on the VAM label WPA2 pw line 2 Access VAM s home screen a b
33. isted applications C Honeywell Thermostat Install a Honeywell Thermostat according to the manufacturers instructions The device should be mounted in the final location and tested before adding it to the system NOTES e Honeywell is not responsible for property damages due to improper setting of the thermostat modes e If installing another brand of thermostat follow the instructions in the User Guide for that specific thermostat to include properly into the Z Wave network e If not using a Honeywell thermostat enrollment procedure may vary Refer to the thermostat instructions for enrollment procedure i Perform steps 1 amp 2 above ii At the Z Wave thermostat a Select Thermostat set Time Date b Follow the instructions in the thermostat Installation Guide for Z Wave enrollment c To complete inclusion Click Done d Click Exit to return to normal operation iii At the VAM a To verify activation Click the Back button and wait 30 seconds Click the Refresh button the new device is displayed The screen displays a series of messages Please press function key on device Adding Controller Unit Adding Slave Unit Device added successfully Editing Z Wave Device Names You can change the name of a device by using the Edit Name button 1 Go to the Z Wave Management screen Automation gt Z Wave Setup 2 Highlight the device name and click the Edit Name button 3 Enter a new name
34. meters altered or improperly serviced or repaired by anyone other than the Seller Seller s Authorized Service Repair Center iii damage is caused by outside natural occurrences such as lightning power surges fire floods acts of nature or the like or iv defects result from unauthorized modification misuse vandalism alterations of serial numbers other causes unrelated to defective materials or workmanship or failures related to batteries of any type used in connection with the products sold hereunder Exceptions to Warranty With Respect to Honeywell Products listed below Hardwire Contacts and PIRs Seller warrants parts for hardwire contacts and PIRs in accordance with the terms of the above limited warranty for a period of five 5 years from the manufacture date code EXCLUSION OF WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF LIABILITY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW IN NO CASE SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY i CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THE PRODUCT AND OR FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR UPON ANY OTHER BASIS OF LIABILITY WHATSOEVER EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY SELLER S OWN NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT AND EVEN IF SELLER HAS BE
35. n Mode do the following 1 From the Home screen press the SECURITY button 2 Press the CONSOLE MODE button 3 Perform functions as you would from a standard alpha keypad 22 Using Total Connect with VAM Remote Services The VISTA Automation Module supports Remote Services for controlling Z Wave devices and scenes remotely from an associated Total Connect account Ask your installer if a Total Connect account has been set up for you The following describes the related features e VAM can be controlled from a smart phone iPad Android Tablet Blackberry or PC using Total Connect and includes webpage support for i0S6 and Google TV e Automation scenes can be created in both Total Connect and VAM Scenes created in Total Connect can be edited only via Total Connect e Scenes created in Total Connect can be viewed from either Total Connect or directly from VAM using the Remote selection on the VAM scenes page e Scenes created in VAM cannot be viewed from Total Connect The following table summarizes the relationships between Total Connect scenes and VAM scenes Controlling Scenes created in Scenes created in VAM Device Total Connect View Edit Scenes View Edit Scenes Total Connect yes yes no no VAM yes no yes yes NOTE For troubleshooting purposes Total Connect server information including IP addresses can be viewed on the Total Connect Server Setup screen by clicking the TC Server button
36. n list 4 Click Save 18 Using the Security System Security Menu You can control your security system using VAM s Security menu including arming disarming and bypassing zones Refer to the control panel s user guide for details on specific security system functions User Codes Each user was assigned a name and 4 digit user code by your installer at the time of installation To add additional user codes refer to your security system user guide Introduction to Arming and Disarming the System You can arm your system in one of three arming modes Away Stay and Night The following table lists the three different arming modes and the results of each MODE NOTES AWAY Use when no one is staying on the premises When armed in AWAY mode the system sounds an alarm if a protected door or window is opened or if any movement is detected inside the premises IMPORTANT On certain VISTA Turbo systems Away Auto Stay mode is shown as Away mode with all zones monitored However some interior zones may not be armed See your Installer Use when you are staying home but might expect someone to use the entrance door later When armed in STAY mode the system sounds an alarm if a protected door or window is opened but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises Use when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to use the entrance door Your installer may have configured NIGHT
37. nd acceptable for use The FCC requires the following statement for your information This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures If using an indoor antenna have a quality outdoor antenna installed Reorient the receiving antenna until interference is reduced or eliminated e Move the radio or television receiver away from the receiver control Move the antenna leads away from any wire runs to the receiver control Plug the receiver control into a different outlet so that it and the radio or television receiver are on different branch circuits Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help INDUSTRY CANADA CLASS B STATEMENT This Class B digital appara
38. nel and cause system errors Software Upgrades Software upgrades may be available for this product To ensure you have the latest version check the version in your system see System Information below Software upgrades can be done manually or you can set VAM to automatically upgrade the software System Information To view the current software version installed on your system Click the Setup button then click the System Info button Manual Software Upgrades Go to the Toolkit site located at http www tuxedotouchtoolkit com index html to download the latest software to an SD card 1 Copy the software upgrade file to the SD card 2 Insert the SD card then reset the VAM use a paper clip to depress the Reset button then release The yellow Operation LED flashes during the upgrade process 3 The LEDs show solid green and blue indicating the default upgrade process is done Automatic Software Updates To receive automatic remote updates select the Enable Remote Upgrade checkbox on the system information screen and install an SD card 1 Click Setup gt System Info then select the Enable Remote Upgrade checkbox 2 Make sure a blank SD card is installed minimum 200 MB of available space is required Ds gt 3 When updates are available the system i will automatically update the system gD CARD NOTE After a software upgrade it is recommended that you delete your browser s Temporary Internet Files cache Unde
39. s your home Wi Fi network to communicate with a Wi Fi enabled device such as a Smartphone iPad Android Tablet Blackberry or laptop PC Your installer connected the VAM to your Wi Fi router during installation However if you later install a new router you will need to reconnect the VAM to the new router Refer to Wi Fi Network Setup in the System Setup section for details on connecting to a different router Home Automation Control lights thermostats door locks and other Z Wave devices automatically and easily add or remove Z Wave devices to the system Create Automation Scenes Define system actions to automatically start when certain conditions occur Supports up to 10 scenes View Cameras View up to four cameras at the same time Supports up to 32 cameras Security System Control your security system via VAM menus Remote Access Control VAM when away from the premises using a computer device connected to the Internet Remote Services VAM supports remote services so you can control VAM using Honeywell s Total Connect Switchable Themes Switch from normal view to mobile view depending on the type of device used with the VAM Setup Menus If needed program various system settings including time and date new router and remote access log in Refer to the System Setup section for details UL Wi Fi has not been evaluated by UL Memory Card
40. sired operation may occur if these files are not deleted 29 Compatible Z Wave Devices Z Wave devices may vary follow the instructions in the Users Guide for your specific device when adding and deleting devices into the Z Wave network Door Locks Yale Real Living Push Button Lever Lock Yale Real Living Touchscreen Lever Lock Yale Real Living Push Button Deadbolt Lock Yale Real Living Touchscreen Deadbolt Lock Schalge Link Deadbolt Lock Schlage Link Lever Lock Kwikset Smartcode Lever lock Kwikset Smartcode Deadbolt Lock Thermostats Honeywell ECC Wayne Dalton Zwave thermostat Trane Zwave Thermostat Appliance HomeManageable Appliance Module Wayne Dalton Small Appliance Module GE Wireless Lighting Control Plug In Appliance Module Lights Leviton ViziaRF Switches Leviton ViziaRF Dimmers Leviton ViziaRF Plug in Modules GE Wireless Lighting Control Dimmers GE Wireless Lighting Control Switches GE Wireless Lighting Control Plug in Lamp Modules Not all Z wave devices have been tested and some features may produce unpredictable results Wireless Range for Z Wave Devices This device complies with the Z Wave standard of open air line of sight transmission distances of 100 feet Actual performance in a home depends on the number of walls between the controller and the destination device the type of construction and the number of Z Wave enable
41. tus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada FCC IC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS 210 of IC Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Cet appareil est conforme a la partie 15 des r gles de la FCC amp de RSS 210 des Industries Canada Son fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes 1 Cet appareil ne doit pas causer d interf rences nuisibles 2 Cet appareil doit accepter toute interference re ue y compris les interf rences causant une r ception ind sirable RF EXPOSURE WARNING The VAM must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 7 8 in 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi transmitter product procedures Mise en Garde Exposition aux Fr quences Radio L antenne s utilis e pour cet metteur doit tre install e a une distance de s paration d au moins 7 8 pouces 20 cm de toutes les personnes DECLARACION IFETEL La operaci n de este equipo esta sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones 1 Es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y 2 Este equipo
42. y and control scenes that have been created in Total Connect 1 From the Main menu Click the Automation and Scene Setup buttons then Click the Remote button The screen displays a list of scenes created in Total Connect NOTE The Local button allows you to view a list of scenes created in VAM To control a Remote scene select the desired scene then click the appropriate action ex Run Enabling Devices for Total Connect 1 2 From the Main menu click Setup gt System gt TC Server Click the TC Enable button the Z Wave Device Management for Total Connect screen is displayed Select the device that you want to enable disable in Total Connect NOTE Devices are defaulted to Enable 4 Click Save when done After devices have been enabled for Total Connect follow the Total Connect prompts to synchronize the data with VAM Syncing is required before the enabled devices will display in Total Connect NOTES 1 2 Device IDs for Z Wave devices could be different on VAM and Total Connect web pages On Total Connect the maximum number of supported devices is 40 switches 3 thermostats and 4 door locks 24 Total Connect Server Screen for Troubleshooting The TC Server screen displays the current server information and Z Wave device status This information is typically used for IP connection troubleshooting purposes in collaboration with a service technician Show Zones Buttons R y
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