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08-10-10, 09:59 PM
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Vista 15P Questions
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OK, I did see that and tried it at the keypad...
OK, I did see that and tried it at the keypad while it was showing DISARMED, but could not get it to take............ I was thinking that that was not in normal operating mode...... Do not think I...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-10-10, 09:33 AM
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Looks like everything was in the orig boxes, but...
Looks like everything was in the orig boxes, but no mater.... I am hoping I did not screw this up to the point of no return with out the manual... I am having 1 issue that may be due to my not...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-09-10, 12:09 PM
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Well, I think I have discovered the real problem...
Well, I think I have discovered the real problem here.... I have been shaking my head at the lack of information & instruction in the supplied paperwork. I did not receive the installation guide that...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-09-10, 09:40 AM
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I cannot find the screen that allows me to do...
I cannot find the screen that allows me to do this....
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-09-10, 09:20 AM
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ChosunOne... You have a different manual then I...
ChosunOne... You have a different manual then I have.. the only reference to ANY security code in mine is telling me that I need to use my installer code to create a Master Security code... Does...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-05-10, 03:19 PM
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Thanks kcxj...... Not sure why I cant...
Thanks kcxj...... Not sure why I cant disarm........ Iwill try again tomorrow after I make a new master code..... Thanks again
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-05-10, 12:22 PM
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Thanks Mr Ron.. Now as i move onward.... Cannot...
Thanks Mr Ron.. Now as i move onward.... Cannot see how to change the 4 digit security code from the default of 4112 I have the Wave 2 horn/siren and its a weakling..... can you recommend...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
08-04-10, 09:45 PM
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Well, OK........... I have it all hooked up....
Well, OK........... I have it all hooked up. Powered up and was able to get to the address screen (31) . Beyond that, I cannot get to the program mode......... I am sure I am doing something...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
07-31-10, 12:27 PM
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I cannot see a clear instruction but it looks...
I cannot see a clear instruction but it looks like I would use terminals 4 & 5 to power my motion sensors.. Is this correct??
Hope this is my last question........ Or at least until I try to...
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Electronic Home Security Systems, Alarms and Devices
07-31-10, 10:01 AM
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I do have the 6160 Thanks so much for the...
I do have the 6160
Thanks so much for the good info.........
Hooter
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ONE MORE Question
I will have a few unused loop connections on my panel... Do I need to install an EOLR as a jumper across the hi & lo sides on the unused ones??
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If I install 1 sensoer per circuit, then I can...
If I install 1 sensoer per circuit, then I can simply wire the resistor across the 2 sensor terminals and wire from there.......... Yes??
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07-30-10, 07:24 PM
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I can easily intall 1 sensor per circuit.. This...
I can easily intall 1 sensor per circuit.. This is at a small business location and door trips are not feasible... System will not be monitored I only want the noise to scare em away and a few...
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Vista 15P Questions
Just got this and I have never hooked one up before and I am not familiar with the lingo........ So, I have a ton of questions..... First, I am only doing 2 circuits. 1 is a single aurora motion...
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Dual Watt Heater Element
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Dual Watt Heater Element
I have a GE water heater with a 4500/3380 watt rating element. Can I replace this with a standard 4500 or can I go to a lesser wattage?? Tank only serves a kitchen and 1 vanity so not a high end user...
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Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring
08-22-06, 01:55 PM
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Wood Floor over concrete
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Wonder Board??
That post had some great info.... Since this is a big room (15' x 13') & I have to fill most of the floor from 0 to 3/4", would it be workable to install wonder board in the lowest areas first, then...
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Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring
08-21-06, 03:53 PM
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Wood Floor over concrete
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Wood Floor over concrete
I am preparing to install a walnut wood floor (not engineered) over concrete. my question is regarding leveling the concrete slab. The floor slopes from North to South and also from East to West and...
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Doors, Skylights and Windows
08-11-06, 09:21 AM
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Looking for Electric Glass
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Looking for Electric Glass
I have seen windows that have clear glass but when activated by electricity, the become frosted or obscure....... I am looking for a window or glass manufacturer for this product.... Hope you can...
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Lighting, Light Fixtures, Ceiling and Exhaust Fans
04-24-06, 09:25 AM
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Need Lutron Homeworks help
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adcinc....... Thanks for the help and the...
adcinc....... Thanks for the help and the offer....... I have found an electrician that will do the same function here. He is helping with layout, will inspect, and then do my startup....... This is...
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Electrical - AC & DC
04-20-06, 06:45 AM
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Pool Pump & Timer- True 240V?
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Timer is outside, faded and no numbers..It is a 2...
Timer is outside, faded and no numbers..It is a 2 pole switch with only grond, no neutral.. I did wire it as it was and so far so good.......I put on a #10 bare for ground since it was grounded thru...
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Roofing, Gutters and All Waterproofing Anywhere
04-19-06, 04:04 PM
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Roof Color Selection: Light or Dark
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As a roofing contractor in Phoenix, I have found...
As a roofing contractor in Phoenix, I have found the difference between dark roofs and light roofs is about 2 hours........ Our attic temps in the summer reach near 160......It takes a light roof...
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Roofing, Gutters and All Waterproofing Anywhere
04-19-06, 03:44 PM
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Need FLAT roof advice
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I have seen good roofs ruined due to use as a...
I have seen good roofs ruined due to use as a walk deck.... Occasional foot traqffic may not be a problem.....Its those lawn chairs and tables with sharp legs, etc.....Some things you need to be...
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Roofing, Gutters and All Waterproofing Anywhere
04-19-06, 03:32 PM
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discolored shingles
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Havent done any roofing in your humid climate,...
Havent done any roofing in your humid climate, but I can offer a guess...... We have the same thing here in Arizona.....They're called pigeons...... OK, OK maybe thats not it.......I will guess...
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Electrical - AC & DC
04-19-06, 10:22 AM
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Pool Pump & Timer- True 240V?
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Pool Pump & Timer- True 240V?
I have only 2 hots and a ground going to the fuse box at my pool pump. From the fused side of the box are 2 hot wires to the timer and then of course back to the pool pump. No ground on the metal...
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Electrical - AC & DC
04-18-06, 07:05 PM
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Code question re: Light swith at entry doors
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HEY............ You talkin' ta me?? LOL ...
HEY............ You talkin' ta me?? LOL
Dont worry, I'll be back......With more novice "idiot" questions
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