Re: Ademco Vista Programming

["Roland" <roland@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

You're welcome. Sounds like you have an interesting job.
<Robert.B.Batta@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Just wanted to give you all an update seeing as I started this thread.
> I purchased the 128BP and various other accessories.  I downloaded the
> Compass software and used it to program the panel and all my x-10
> outputs.
>
> The compass software is great - Thanks Mr. Bass.  I'm sure Ademco
> didn't mind you offering me the software seeing as it prompted me to
> purchase over $1,000 of their hardware.
>
> Roland, thank you for your concern around my technical ability, if you
> must know I worked for an electrician after HS in where I spent most of
> my time installing fire suppression system and PLC's.
>
> Today, I am a Critical Facilities Manager, responsible for all MEP gear
> supporting a large computer data center.  The systems I am responsible
> for include basic photo smoke heads, Early Warning Detection systems,
> HCL detectors and clean agent fire suppression systems (FE-227a) with a
> pre-action backup.  All controlled by Fike's new Cheetah XI panel.
>
> And yes, I had a bit of trouble using the "direct-wire" method - but
> took a scientific approach and worked out the bug.
>
> Just because I'm a DYI'er, doesn't mean I'm an idiot.  Why is
> that always the assumption of the "professional's?"
>
> My system works perfectly, a big thank you to Robert Bass for your help
> and advice.
>
> Happy New Year everyone.
>
> Rob
>