How Do I Enable the Receiver in a 6160RF?

In this video, Joe shows users how to enable the wireless receiver for a Honeywell 6160RF Keypad. Enabling the receiver is necessary for using wireless sensors with a Honeywell VISTA System. Otherwise, the system will only be able to support hardwired sensors. But there is still a system zone limit.

The Honeywell 6160RF is an alphanumeric keypad that is often used as the primary controller for a Honeywell VISTA Series Alarm System. As hardwired control panels, these systems require an external keypad for basic operation. It is recommended that an alphanumeric keypad is used, since it will allow for deep level Installer Programming. If a user tries to use a Fixed English keypad for programming, then the menu options will not be fully displayed. This means that the user will be navigating the menus blindly, and it is very likely that they will mess up the settings for the alarm system.

But the Honeywell 6160RF provides a second function beyond basic system operation. The keypad also serves as a wireless receiver for a VISTA System. This way, a user will not have to add a separate receiver to use wireless sensors. This is very important for anyone who wants to use wireless sensors with their system. Wireless sensors are generally easier to install than hardwired sensors, since wires will not have to be run from the sensor to the panel or fished through any walls.

The 6160RF will allow Honeywell 5800 Series wireless sensors to be used with a Honeywell VISTA System. These sensors operate at a frequency of 345 MHz, and they are some of the most reliable and consistent sensors in the security industry. Keep in mind though, there is only a finite number of zones that can be used with a VISTA System. Any wireless zones that are set up with the System through the 6160RF will count towards this total limit.

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