Honeywell VAM Installation & Setup Manual

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VAM (VISTA Automation Module) - Installation & Setup GuideIntroductionVISTA Automation Module (herein referred to as “VAM”) combines home automation and home security and is intendedfor use with compatible VISTA® series control panels. VAM includes a built-in web server, Wi-Fi ® capability, and Z-Wave®technology allowing VISTA installations to support Z-Wave devices.The VISTA Automation Module also supports Remote Services for controlling Z-Wave devices and Scenes remotely froman associated Total Connect™ account.VAM is controlled using a web browser on a Wi-Fi enabled smart device such as a Tablet PC, laptop, Smartphone, etc.DISPLAY NOTE: For optimum viewing of the screens and menus, the tablet’s font size setting may need to be adjusted.Make Wiring ConnectionsConnect VAM to the control panel’s keypad data (ECP)terminals using a standard 4-wire keypad connector harness.Wire Connections to the Control PanelVerify that VAM and other connected devices do not exceed thecontrol’s Aux Power output capability. If it does, use asupplementary power supply as shown.IMPORTANT: When VAM is powered from an auxiliary powersupply, always apply power to the control panel first and then VAM.Failure to observe this sequence results in improper operation ofVAM and may result in an ECP Error indication.Supplementary Power ConnectionsMount the VAMVAM is for indoor use only and should be mounted near thecontrol panel or a keypad connected to the control panel forease of wiring.VAM mounts to a wall surface by hanging on two screws. Seethe diagram below.• Leave the screw heads 1/8” above the wall surface.• If necessary, drill a hole in the wall for the wire harness topass through.• Connect the wire harness to the VAM before mounting.Refer to control panel’s installation instructions for ECP wirelimitations.Insert an SD/SDHC Memory CardAn SD card must be installed to receive automatic softwareupgrades. The SD card can be left in the VAM. See SoftwareUpgrades section.• Avoid touching the contacts on the card• 4GB SD card supplied• Supports up to 16GB SD CardInsert the memory card (SD/SDHC Card) as shown.\