Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Connect a VISTAH3 to the Internet?
Connect the VISTAH3 to internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable or adding a WIFI module. Follow these steps to get online and enable remote remote updates now.
How do I connect A VISTAH3 to WIFI?
First, install a PROWIFI or PROWIFIZW. Join your 2.4 GHz network, then run a communicator test. WIFI enables IP reporting, AN360 sync, and touchscreen features.
How do I connect a wired iBus keypad to the VISTAH3?
To connect a keypad to the First Alert VISTAH3, wire it to terminals 17 through 20 (GND, AUX, B, A). Then enroll it in the panel through iBus device discovery.
How do I mount a VISTAH3 panel?
To mount the First Alert VISTA H3, pick a dry indoor location with a good cell or WIFI signal, then secure the cabinet with the provided hardware. Details here!
How do I wire a siren to a VISTAH3 panel?
To wire the VISTAH3 siren, connect siren positive to panel terminal 16 and negative to terminal 17. Connect the included resistor in parallel. Details here.
How do I wire a VISTAH3 for power?
To wire the First Alert VISTAH3 power, plug the DC adaptor into an outlet near the panel. Observe proper polarity, and wire length limits. Get full steps here.
How do I integrate a PRO Series Alarm with Control4?
Verify all the prerequisites are met, then have your alarm dealer enable the Control4 integration. Your Control4 dealer can then pair the systems. Click here!
How Do I Integrate an IQ4 NS Panel and Control 4?
Access the IQ4 NS using the Installer App. Enable Control 4 and 6-digit codes. Locate the panel's secure token and enter it in Composer. Click for full details.
How Do I Perform Smoke Reset on a VISTA-20P Via a 4204?
Wire and address the 4204 module to the VISTA-20P. Connect the positive (+) leg of smoke power through a selected relay. Program for smoke reset. Details here.
How Do I Enable Alarm.com for Apple CarPlay?
Log in to Alarm.com on your iOS device. Connect your device to your vehicle's display. Within CarPlay, the Alarm.com icon should be visible. Get details here.
Connect the VISTAH3 to internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable or adding a WIFI module. Follow these steps to get online and enable remote remote updates now.
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How do I connect A VISTAH3 to WIFI?
First, install a PROWIFI or PROWIFIZW. Join your 2.4 GHz network, then run a communicator test. WIFI enables IP reporting, AN360 sync, and touchscreen features.
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How do I connect a wired iBus keypad to the VISTAH3?
To connect a keypad to the First Alert VISTAH3, wire it to terminals 17 through 20 (GND, AUX, B, A). Then enroll it in the panel through iBus device discovery.
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How do I mount a VISTAH3 panel?
To mount the First Alert VISTA H3, pick a dry indoor location with a good cell or WIFI signal, then secure the cabinet with the provided hardware. Details here!
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How do I wire a siren to a VISTAH3 panel?
To wire the VISTAH3 siren, connect siren positive to panel terminal 16 and negative to terminal 17. Connect the included resistor in parallel. Details here.
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How do I wire a VISTAH3 for power?
To wire the First Alert VISTAH3 power, plug the DC adaptor into an outlet near the panel. Observe proper polarity, and wire length limits. Get full steps here.
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How do I integrate a PRO Series Alarm with Control4?
Verify all the prerequisites are met, then have your alarm dealer enable the Control4 integration. Your Control4 dealer can then pair the systems. Click here!
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How Do I Integrate an IQ4 NS Panel and Control 4?
Access the IQ4 NS using the Installer App. Enable Control 4 and 6-digit codes. Locate the panel's secure token and enter it in Composer. Click for full details.
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How Do I Perform Smoke Reset on a VISTA-20P Via a 4204?
Wire and address the 4204 module to the VISTA-20P. Connect the positive (+) leg of smoke power through a selected relay. Program for smoke reset. Details here.
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How Do I Enable Alarm.com for Apple CarPlay?
Log in to Alarm.com on your iOS device. Connect your device to your vehicle's display. Within CarPlay, the Alarm.com icon should be visible. Get details here.
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