DIY Wired Security Systems Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Connect a 4193SN to a VISTA-128BPT, 250BPT or VISTA-50?
The 4193SN connects to the Vista-128BPT, 250BPT, or 50 through the polling loop on terminals 24 (Positive) and 25 (Negative). Learn how to wire the 4193SN.
How Do I Add a 4193SN to My VISTA-128BPT, 250BPT or VISTA-50?
The 4193SN is an expansion device which allows users to add conventional devices to the polling loop by programming its serial number into the zone(s). Read on.
How Do I Program a 4193SN to a VISTA-128BPT, 250BPT, or VISTA-50?
The Vista-128BPT and similar panels use a polling loop for wired expansion. In zone programming, use input type to identify zones. Learn to program a 4193SN.
Is the Tuxedo Touch Keypad Compatible w/ 5800RF Sensors?
The Tuxedo Touch keypad is not compatible with any 5800 wireless sensors. Learn which device you'll need to install to interface your 5800 wireless devices.
Can I Use a Cellular Communicator on a VISTA 21iP?
You can use a cellular communicator on the Vista-21IP. The cellular communicator connects directly to the board. Learn about the 21ip Cellular Communicator.
What Interactive service Works w/ Honeywell Systems?
Alarm users now are more sophisticated, and want the ability to see and control their system remotely. See which services work with Honeywell Systems.
How Many Wireless Zones Does a VISTA 10P Support?
The Honeywell Vista-10P control panel supports a total of 24 wireless zones. Find out what’s needed to add wireless devices to a Vista-10P control panel.
Which Keypads Work with a VISTA 21iP?
The VISTA alarm systems are compatible with multiple different wired and wireless keypads. Learn about the keypads we offer that are compatible with the system.
What Sensors Work on a VISTA-20P?
The Honeywell VISTA-20P is a wired alarm control panel but is also compatible with Honeywell 5800 series wireless devices. Learn compatibility details here.
Should I Use Resistors on my VISTA 21iP?
When using hardwired zones, it is more secure and tamper proof to use End of Line Resistors to supervise zone wiring. Find out the pros and cons here.
The 4193SN connects to the Vista-128BPT, 250BPT, or 50 through the polling loop on terminals 24 (Positive) and 25 (Negative). Learn how to wire the 4193SN.
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How Do I Add a 4193SN to My VISTA-128BPT, 250BPT or VISTA-50?
The 4193SN is an expansion device which allows users to add conventional devices to the polling loop by programming its serial number into the zone(s). Read on.
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How Do I Program a 4193SN to a VISTA-128BPT, 250BPT, or VISTA-50?
The Vista-128BPT and similar panels use a polling loop for wired expansion. In zone programming, use input type to identify zones. Learn to program a 4193SN.
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Is the Tuxedo Touch Keypad Compatible w/ 5800RF Sensors?
The Tuxedo Touch keypad is not compatible with any 5800 wireless sensors. Learn which device you'll need to install to interface your 5800 wireless devices.
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Can I Use a Cellular Communicator on a VISTA 21iP?
You can use a cellular communicator on the Vista-21IP. The cellular communicator connects directly to the board. Learn about the 21ip Cellular Communicator.
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What Interactive service Works w/ Honeywell Systems?
Alarm users now are more sophisticated, and want the ability to see and control their system remotely. See which services work with Honeywell Systems.
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How Many Wireless Zones Does a VISTA 10P Support?
The Honeywell Vista-10P control panel supports a total of 24 wireless zones. Find out what’s needed to add wireless devices to a Vista-10P control panel.
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Which Keypads Work with a VISTA 21iP?
The VISTA alarm systems are compatible with multiple different wired and wireless keypads. Learn about the keypads we offer that are compatible with the system.
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What Sensors Work on a VISTA-20P?
The Honeywell VISTA-20P is a wired alarm control panel but is also compatible with Honeywell 5800 series wireless devices. Learn compatibility details here.
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Should I Use Resistors on my VISTA 21iP?
When using hardwired zones, it is more secure and tamper proof to use End of Line Resistors to supervise zone wiring. Find out the pros and cons here.
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