Re: Ademco Vista Programming

["Roland Moore" <roland@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

You can use a laptop for direct connect but there is one extra part you have
to purchase.
Here is some information (below) from the Honeywell web site.
The 4100SM Serial Interface Module can be used as any of  the following:

. A direct-wire downloading device that is used in conjunction with the
Compass downloading software to program compatible control panels without
having to use a modem or telephone line. This is done by either connecting
the 4100SM to the serial port of a PC or to a GSM communicating unit. . An
interface device that is used to connect a serial printer or a PC using the
Honeywell Navigator Reporter software to control panels that feature event
logging with printer output capabilities. . An interface device that is used
to connect a control panel to 3rd party

<Robert.B.Batta@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:1165188433.387497.203730@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> I'm thinking of upgrading my Vista-20P to a 128BP for two reasons: 1.
> advantages of a polling loop system 2. Be able to name my outputs for
> x-10 devices.
>
> My question is around Compass - is it worth using? Do I need a CIA
> Modem or can I use a null-modem cable and directly connect with a
> laptop?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Rob
>