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by EastTexican
Mon Nov 03, 2014 11:44 pm
Forum: EnvisaLink ( IP100D, IP170D, 2DS, 3, 4)
Topic: Vista Panel Chip level and programming
Replies: 4
Views: 6943

Re: Vista Panel Chip level and programming

Good ideas and information. I have a general question. Do you have to reprogram a motherboard if you replace the current chip with a higher version? I saw instructions on how to power down and replace a chip and then power back up. I was thinking maybe programming was stored in the chip but maybe ...
by EastTexican
Sun Nov 02, 2014 12:42 pm
Forum: EnvisaLink ( IP100D, IP170D, 2DS, 3, 4)
Topic: Vista Panel Chip level and programming
Replies: 4
Views: 6943

Re: Vista Panel Chip level and programming

OK, that is good to know that I don't have to upgrade. Further info just to make sure. It is an ADT supplied system, SafeWatch Pro 3000, which I understand is "similar" to Vista 20P. The old chip id is WA3001-1.6.
Anything proprietary that I should know? Or good to go as is? Thanks.
by EastTexican
Sun Nov 02, 2014 11:09 am
Forum: EnvisaLink ( IP100D, IP170D, 2DS, 3, 4)
Topic: Vista Panel Chip level and programming
Replies: 4
Views: 6943

Vista Panel Chip level and programming

OK, I am new to DIY security but willing to go for it. I have an existing Vista 20P panel wired into my home, but not currently monitored. Everything works ok. The chip in the panel is very old. 1. I am thinking I will install a current level chip, like 9.xx before installing an EVL-3. 2. I have an ...