Honeywell VISTA-128BPTSIA Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Link Together Multiple Honeywell VISTA Systems?
Honeywell Vista-128BP and Vista-250BP Systems support linking for up to eight (8) panels. In turn, each panel could have up to eight (8) partitions. Learn about panel linking.
Why Can't I Disable Auto-Stay Arming For My VISTA-128BPT?
Version 10.0 of the VISTA-128BPT had an error that made it impossible to disable Auto-Stay Arming for TC2. Learn how you can disable Auto-Stay Arming for your VISTA-128BPT.
Why Is My VISTA-128BPT Armed Stay After Arming Away From TC2?
Firmware 10.0 of the VISTA-128BPT had an error that prevented disabling Auto-Stay Arming for Total Connect 2.0. The issue was fixed in Revision 10.4. Learn how to upgrade to 10.4.
What Does SIA Mean on a VISTA-P Alarm System?
A panel listed as SIA is complaint with the standards outlined by the Security Industry Association. The standards help to reduce false alarms. Learn about SIA compliant systems.
Can I Add a Honeywell 4219 Zone Expander to a Honeywell VISTA-128BPT?
The Honeywell 4219 cannot be used with polling loop panels like the VISTA-128BPT. Instead, a 4208SN or 4208U can be used for this purpose. Learn about the VISTA-128BPT.
What is a Partition?
A partition is a separate section of an alarm system that can be controlled independently from other areas of the system. Learn how using partitions can benefit your system.
What Exactly is a Duress Code and a Verbal Duress Code?
When a user enters in a duress code or provides a verbal duress password, the central station operator will know to send immediate dispatch. Learn more about duress codes.
How Does a Monitored Alarm System Work?
Any monitored system is able to send out signals that alert others to system events. This is usually done through a cellular or IP connection. Learn more about alarm systems.
Do I Need a Phone Line for a Home Security System?
Thanks to IP and cellular connectivity, a user does not need a phone line for a home security system. Learn about the communication paths used with alarm systems.
What is the Total Connect Platform?
Honeywell Systems are able to connect with an interactive service platform called Total Connect. This service is used for various system functions. Learn more about Total Connect.
Honeywell Vista-128BP and Vista-250BP Systems support linking for up to eight (8) panels. In turn, each panel could have up to eight (8) partitions. Learn about panel linking.
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Why Can't I Disable Auto-Stay Arming For My VISTA-128BPT?
Version 10.0 of the VISTA-128BPT had an error that made it impossible to disable Auto-Stay Arming for TC2. Learn how you can disable Auto-Stay Arming for your VISTA-128BPT.
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Why Is My VISTA-128BPT Armed Stay After Arming Away From TC2?
Firmware 10.0 of the VISTA-128BPT had an error that prevented disabling Auto-Stay Arming for Total Connect 2.0. The issue was fixed in Revision 10.4. Learn how to upgrade to 10.4.
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What Does SIA Mean on a VISTA-P Alarm System?
A panel listed as SIA is complaint with the standards outlined by the Security Industry Association. The standards help to reduce false alarms. Learn about SIA compliant systems.
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Can I Add a Honeywell 4219 Zone Expander to a Honeywell VISTA-128BPT?
The Honeywell 4219 cannot be used with polling loop panels like the VISTA-128BPT. Instead, a 4208SN or 4208U can be used for this purpose. Learn about the VISTA-128BPT.
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What is a Partition?
A partition is a separate section of an alarm system that can be controlled independently from other areas of the system. Learn how using partitions can benefit your system.
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What Exactly is a Duress Code and a Verbal Duress Code?
When a user enters in a duress code or provides a verbal duress password, the central station operator will know to send immediate dispatch. Learn more about duress codes.
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How Does a Monitored Alarm System Work?
Any monitored system is able to send out signals that alert others to system events. This is usually done through a cellular or IP connection. Learn more about alarm systems.
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Do I Need a Phone Line for a Home Security System?
Thanks to IP and cellular connectivity, a user does not need a phone line for a home security system. Learn about the communication paths used with alarm systems.
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What is the Total Connect Platform?
Honeywell Systems are able to connect with an interactive service platform called Total Connect. This service is used for various system functions. Learn more about Total Connect.
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