– 1 –
VISTA-GSM4G / VISTAGSMCN4G
Module Kit
Installation and Setup Guide
General Information
The VISTA-GSM4G (USA) and VISTAGSMCN4G (Canada)
are optional communication modules intended for use with
the VISTA-21iP control, and provide cellular radio
communication with the AlarmNet network for delivery of
alarm and other messages to the monitoring central station.
These instructions describe the installation of both models,
herein referred to as the “module.”
IMPORTANT!
(1)
The VISTA-GSM4G (USA) device requires
activation of its SIM card.
See the SIM Activation Note
on page 4 for the procedure.
(2) Use of this module requires an AlarmNet-I account. If
an account for the control does not yet exist, please obtain
the account information from the central station prior to
programming this module.
This kit contains the following components:
IMPORTANT!
Disconnect power from the control, including the battery, BEFORE installing the module.
CAUTION:
ESD SENSITIVE DEVICE. To discharge any static buildup, briefly touch a chassis ground point before
installing this module. Avoid performing this installation while standing on a carpeted floor.
NOTE:
The module is supplied with the antenna adapter cable pre-connected to the module.
Installing the module
1. Mount the Module Board.
a. Push the three standoffs into the appropriate holes on
the VISTA-21iP control board until they snap into place.
b. Carefully align the module board over the standoffs and
the mating connector, then, one at a time, gently push
down on the board near each standoff until it snaps into
place and the connector is fully seated.
c. After installation, affix the “Contains Transmitter
Module” FCC label to the outside surface of the control
panel cabinet so it is visible.
Mounting the module onto the VISTA-21iP PCB
