Honeywell VISTA-20P Ademco Control Panel, PCB in Aluminum Enclosure

Compared to my old alarm system, the Vista 20P has proven to be much more reliable. Im using it with a 6160RF keypad / transceiver, which is centrally located within the house. For entry detection, I use four door-mounted wireless 5816s and six 5800PIR wireless motion detectors, which have operated flawlessly thus far. No missed transmitted signals and no false alarms. I was having to put up with those occasional problems on my old system, but no more. The Vista 20P control panel and associated accessories seem to be well designed and reasonably priced. Mine did come with a 4AH battery, but I had already ordered a Yuasa NP7-12 7AH battery, so I used it instead. I added a 4204 relay board inside the 20P cabinet so that I could disable two garage door openers and light up an alarm status LED when the system is armed. Everything works well. I agree with the previous reviewers comment about not for the amateur because of the steep learning curve when programming the 20P system. I am a previous hardware engineer with some software experience. I did a lot of Honeywell document reading and some internet searching to learn how to program the system, but once the proper commands were entered, everything works as it should. Not all of the programming info is located in a single document, so one must search. After finishing the programming, including authenticating ten detectors and four wireless key fobs, I have a high level of confidence in this Honeywell system. It is interesting to watch the 6160RF alphanumeric display while others are tripping the motion detectors and opening doors. It displays the customized zone name in addition to the zone number, which is a nice touch. My main suggestion for improvement would be to offer a simple step-by-step guide for programming, contained within a single document.

A+

It was exactly as described! Brand new with case.

These systems are easy to install for anyone with any basic tech skills...

Good price, works well, reasonably straight forward install (see YouTube videos)

Used this to replace an old VISTA15P that came with the house. Came with instructions and latest firmware.

Excellent product. Easy too install, but hard to program. very recomendable to buy. The sensitive es very well. The case its bigger

ok

As expected works well

Excellent control panel easy to program