Honeywell Ademco Vista-ICM Internet Module Review
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Ademco Vista-ICM Internet Module Review

Honeywell's Internet Connection Module (ICM) for VISTA is an exciting device that provides your customers with easy and affordable control via an IP-based web interface – enabling home security and HVAC to work together to make their homes safer and more comfortable. The ICM seamlessly integrates with Honeywell's VISTA series security control system and the Honeywell Enviracom™ Thermostat (Model T8635L and VisionPro IAQ) when used with the 6100ICM. The ICM has its own setup wizard that makes installation quick and easy. No installation software is required.

Features

* Enhanced Control
Customers can control security systems and thermostats from a web browser on a PC, web tablet, wireless PDA, or laptop. In the event of a fire, the system can send a signal via the network to shut down HVAC airflow to help stop the spread of smoke. *

Messaging
Users can receive notification of system events via text messaging cell phones or e-mail i.e.: notification via e-mail at work when your child disarms the security system after school *

Cameras
Homeowners can view IP cameras and check on their homes from any Internet connection both at home and away (requires broadband and remote desktop software). *

Protocol Conversion
All specific Vista ECP protocols are converted to a common IP-based protocol. *

Real-time Feedback
Device changes are reported to all user interfaces as they happen. Built-in User Interfaces and Windows Media Center control pages specific to the attached device are predefined and built into the ICM. *

Automatic Device Discovery
Just plug in a new device and it is automatically recognized on the network. *

Consistent User Interface
All device interfaces share the same look and feel with consistent operation and a common color scheme. *

Fault Tolerant
No master controller, or PC home server means there is no single point of failure. Each ICM operates as an independent control system.