How do i connect to a honeywell control panel using compass. The download software allows the user to access, program and control honeywell home security systems. Honeywell commercial securitys innovative line of control panels provide you with more of what you wantthe power, capacity and versatility to satisfy virtually any installation requirement from a single platform. Compass downloader honneywell commercial security middle. To run the ademco group compass downloader, you will need a 486 33mhz pc or better with 30 mb of available hard disk space and at least 8 mb of ram 12mb is preferred. Vista128bptvista turbo series ademco vista burglary.
Ademco 3232x10 plugin transformer, 110vac to 9vac, 15va output 32cn in canada. On the list from ademco i see accura 336 does not include fax. Easily control and monitor dsc and ademco honeywell vista alarm systems with. Downloader software that allows the user to access, program and control any honeywell homes security systems. Feb 03, 2016 automatically setup when you choose the cia modem ademco vlink. Can compass software be used to program a vista20p. The alarmdecoder modem makes it easy to add new users and make other common. Modem is a software package that utilizes your alarmdecoder to upload and download your panel configuration using the honeywell compass software. Keypad address 61286150 keypads remove power from keypad then power back up. Ftp honeywell compass software free and fast ftp client that makes it easy to transfer your file to or from remote server. This cable works with the ademco cia 2400 modem and some of the hayes smartmodem 1200 or 2400. Using this manual this manual will guide you through the many operations of the compass downloader. Feb 29, 2016 for a full how to guide on how to download configurations from a security panel with the honeywell compass software.
Direct wire downloading set up and troubleshooting for. Compass is available on the internet, though we cannot provide any direct links. I am trying to make my conexant softk56 modem look and operate like a smartmodem 2400 to an ademco security panel and the compass. Page 1 ademco 4100sm serial interface module installation and setup guide you must decide which serial port you want to use, and then general information determine which type of connector db25 female, db25 the 4100sm serial interface module can be used as any of male, db9 male, or usb is provided for that port. Provides the communication link between the pc and the pstn telecom lines at the modem speeds supported by various controls. Nov 23, 2004 im looking for the ademco compass software for a group of installs coming up in two weeks. Ademco compass downloader modems electronics forums. The device works as an interface printer or direct wire download interface depending on the model of your honeywell vista control panel. Via an ibm compatible computer, compass downloading software, and a compatible hayes or cia modem specified by ademco.
Us robotics 56k fax modem x zoom 56k for apex x this list represents all modems supported by honeywell for use with the compass 2. Is there a way via initialization strings to make the panel and the program which. The free media player download provides many unique features as well as a user friendly and intuitive 3d interface. Downloader pclaptop capable of using approved modem and compass software with preferably a standard on board serial port. Honeywell ademco 4100sm serial interface module upc. Communication interface adapter or compatible modem, and ademco s compass software as specified below. This video shows the handshake and connection between a hayes smartmodem and a honeywell vista security panel using the honeywell compass software. Though other modems may possibly connect successfully to our panels, we will not support the use of any modem not on this list. Remote programmingcontrol general information the control panel can be remotely programmed from an ibmcompatible personal computer pc, a hayes modem, and ademcos compass downloader for windows as specified below. Mar 07, 2004 ademco compass downloader modems reply to thread.
A directwire downloading device that is used in conjunction with the compass downloading software to. Direct wire download connection using a modem direct wire download connection using a modem if the modem is an ademco cia 2400 it requires a special connection and configuration different than that outlined below open compass and the account you have programmed for the panel. Direct wire downloading set up and troubleshooting for vista. Dec, 2018 userdefinable fields with userdefinable fields, you have the option to customize your accounts screen. Anyone have a link to download other than ademco we buy our electronics through adi. The compass windows downloader may be downloaded directly from this site at no charge. Ademco lynxr and lynxr24 installation manual and setup guide. For questions regarding the programming of honeywell control panels. Thank you for your interest in accessing the honeywell security international technical data web site including the latest version of compass downloader. Compass software is useful for programming honeywell alarm control panels through a computer. My pc connects the modem via a serial cable to the rs232 port in the back of the modem. The program documentation states that this feature is for ademco s future support of additional modems but the feature is functional and provides several large fields. Aug 29, 2017 ademco lynx xl series fire alarm resources ademco lynx xl series ademco lynx xl series or ademco cia modem specified by ademco. Compass downloader honneywell commercial security middle east.
Bell supervision optional, detects external sounder wiring short when in alarm or open when bell is. With compass downloader for windows, you can also download simultaneously. If attempting to use usb to serial converters see official comments on page 3. I was able to backup my vista 20p configuration so in the event of a vista 20p panel failure i can easy download my alarm panels configuration to a new vista 20p main board. Compass downloader for windows menudriven format makes it easy to learn and use. Modems compatible with downloading controls modem ademco fbii apex accura 336 does not we highly recommend you do not use that modem to try to download or upload to your ademco group. Jul 20, 2017 programming a honeywell vista control panel with compass software and a starlink connect radio. Download the alarmdecoder modem software using the link provided in your order email or from. Use an ibm compatible computer, compass downloading software, and a compatible hayes or cia modem specified by honeywell.
Display will return to normal once upload is finished. Ive found several close descriptions of modems on the list on ebay. Honeywell compass software connections tutorial and info. This is done by either connecting the 4100sm to the serial port of a pc or to a. Downloading to a ademco security panel using honeywell. Honeywell cia modem manual security system honeywell lynx touch l7000 series user manual software and specified hayes or honeywell cia modem or via capable gsm, ip. Programming a honeywell vista control panel with compass software and a starlink connect radio. A guide on how to get the honeywell compass software up and running and download data configurations to your honeywell ademco security panel. Downloading to a ademco security panel using honeywell compass software july 27, 2014 by luke skaff 16 comments how to guide on connecting to and programming your honeywell alarm security system such as vista, lynx, first alert, fbii panels with the honeywell compass software. Weve asked what it would take to improve your experience. Connect a jumper wire between the control panel incoming phone line terminals and the modem line jack. Downloading to a ademco security panel using honeywell compass software. Lxl1010 installation and setup guide 12 functions the log is done via ademco compass downloader software or installermaster code at.
Ademco 4100smademco 4100sm serial interface moduleserial interface module. Compass is not intended for the end user and is only distributed to honeywell dealers. Compass windows compatible network downloader sively by ademco, this network compatible software provides a quick and easy method for planning, designing and communicating with the control panels. Programming your alarm panel can be an intimidating task. The bat then converts the compass data into modem tones for transmission to the alarm panel. I doubt your modem will work with the compass downloader software it takes specific modems to make it work properly. Jun 26, 2019 by using compass downloader for windows, programming can be performed at the office prior to installation, or can be downloaded from a pc, a laptop with a sm serial module where the control panel supports it or with a cia modem compass downloader for windows menudriven format makes it easy to learn and use.
This service intercepts the compass modem data, sends it to the bat via the internet or via the celluar connection. Ive got three buildings that are being wired with ademco vista 40s and vista 69 addressable keypads. Without these settings, files downloaded from the download center may be filtered by your antivirus software, which can affect the reliable operation of our products after the upgrade. Programming a honeywell vista control panel with compass. Honeywell compass software hayes smartmodem connection youtube. Ademco vista250bp the vista250bp is an eight partition, upgraded compass windowsbased downloader supports up to 96 programmable relays automation software support optional supports eight numeric pager numbers. Can use dedicated keys to arm the system away or stay up to two schedules 1 installer, 1 enduser, to control devices andor autoarmdisarm the system. Dumbing down a modern modem solutions experts exchange. No modem is selected for the active com port only on older versions of compass, if you have this issue, you should update your software before continuing. Now i just bought the ademco cia modem ademco group compass and the ademco compass software, trying to connect to my vista10se alarm panel. Is there a list on which modems are compatible with compass. Programming a honeywell vista control panel with compass software and a. You recommended we provide a userfriendly customer portal in order to save time, manage account activity, and captivates the interest of its users to want to visit timeandtime again.
Honeywell compass software hayes smartmodem connection. This cable works with the ademco cia 2400 modem compsss some of the hayes smartmodem 1200 or 2400. Userdefinable fields with userdefinable fields, you have the option to customize your accounts screen. But in the compass downloader program, the modem list is short. To accomplish this youll need to get a honeywell compass downloading modem or cia 2400. We strongly recommend using internet explorer version 10 or higher for the download center. Control your ademco vista or dsc power series security system from your computer or automation system.
Compass i also have a 4100sm module if that helps thanks mitch honeywell compass 2. Ademco vista series vista21ip vista21ipsia security systems. I assume that means that if i find a accura 336 wfax on ebay, it will not work. Instead of using a keypad hooked up to your vista20p, you can use the compass software to configure all programming settings and then download the settings to the alarm control panel. Cia the honeywellcia communications inteerface adapter is a modem that provides dedicated, errorfree, remote connection between honeywell control panels and downloading software. Honeywell cia2 modem honeywell cia2 modem replacement for cia modem cia and ciaeu updownloading modems for use with all ademco control panels operating under either the vlink dos and compass windows downloaders. Since you are directly connecting the modem to the panel you have to add power to the line for the modems to communicate. Ademco 4120ec program sheet vyanet operating group. Software honeywell home pro security by resideo us. Automatically setup when you choose the cia modem ademco vlink.
Honeywell ademco cia communications interface adapter. I decided to write this guide after reading through the honeywell install manual for a erv and hrv i installed and being very dissatisfied with the ventilator balancing instructions. Compass downloader for windows at revision level supporting lynxr, lynxr24 or lynxren. By using compass downloader for windows, programming can be performed at the office prior to installation, or can be downloaded from a pc, a laptop with a 4100sm serial module where the control panel supports it or with a cia modem compass downloader for windows menudriven format makes it easy to learn and use. The alarmdecoder modem is a software package that utilizes your alarmdecoder to upload and download your panel configuration using the honeywell compass software. Im looking for the ademco compass software for a group of installs coming up in two weeks. You can find a list of modems honeywell says works with the compass software in the supported modem document. This video shows the handshake and connection between a hayes smartmodem and a honeywell vista security panel using the honeywell. Can use dedicated keys to arm the system away or stay schedules, to control devices andor autoarmdisarm the system vista20p 32. U u u u l l l l downloading may only be performed if a technician is at the site. Download the alarmdecoder modem software using the link provided in your order email or from here.
Before you begin upload or download operation it is important to make sure that the modem status is good. By using compass downloader for windows, programming can be performed at the office prior to installation, or can be downloaded from a pc, a laptop with a 4100sm serial module where the control panel supports it or with a cia modem. Honeywell ademco cia communications interface adapter, modem upc. Vista 128bptvista turbo series full description the vista128bpt is a powerful member of the honeywell family of commercial alarm panels, integrating burglary, cctv and access control functions. Ademco 4100smademco 4100sm serial interface moduleserial interface module installation and setup guide general information the 4100sm serial interface module can be used as any of the following. On the computer than will run compass, they wrote a windows service that appears as a modem to the compass program. Nutech software solutions ad2usb adapter for ademco vista. Honeywell compass software free is a quick and easy to use ftp client program for windows. Sep 29, 2017 ademco group technical support knowledgebase stepbystep. Ademco group technical support knowledgebase stepbystep procedure product. With the alarmdecoder ad2usb you will be able to control your ademco honeywell vista alarm system from any device with a usb port.