Updated Articles

  1. Differences Between Honeywell Vista 20P and Vista 1258BPT

    Last Updated: 07/01/2024 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Two-Way Modules
    Here is a quick overview of the main differences between the Honeywell Vista 20P and the Vista 128BPT . Note: This article refers to the 4232CBM board that is used with an older version of the URC Honeywell Security integration module.  Pleas...

  2. Honeywell Vista Security Integration (using the 4232CBM)

    Last Updated: 07/01/2024 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Two-Way Modules
    How to Troubleshoot the Setting up of the Honeywell Vista Module: About: This module allows you to interface your URC Home Automation Products directly with the Honeywell Vista line of security systems. Users can ...

  3. Honeywell Vista Security Integration (using HSIM)

    Last Updated: 07/01/2024 in Accelerator 3 3rd Party Information & Troubleshooting
    Honeywell Vista Security Integration (using HSIM) The Honeywell Vista Security Integration using the HouseLogix Integration Module (HSIM) allows a Total Control 2.0 & TC 3 system to control and monitor the HSIM device attached to sup...

  4. Updating the PIR-1 Firmware

    Last Updated: 07/01/2024 in Accelerator 3
    When connecting a PIR-1 to URC Accelerator or Complete Control Program software, it requires a Firmware Update, however, when the steps are followed, the update fails every time. The following article details the process to update the firmware...

  5. URC Device Power Dissipation in BTU's

    Last Updated: 07/01/2024 in Accelerator 3
    URC Device Power Dissipation in BTU's Heat losses are the thermal emissions from an amplifier while it is operating. It comes from dissipated waste power in the form of heat. This heat output is usually measured in BTU 's ( British Thermal Un...

  6. RS-232, Sensor, MX-850 Cable and IR Pinout Information

    Last Updated: 06/19/2024 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Total Control Basic Information
    Notes About RS-232 Cables: Many custom installers who use the URC RS-232 Controllers, run into the age old question of “Which pin number is Transmit (TX) and Receiver (RX)?” When using RS232 it is important to know certain facts befo...

  7. MRX-4IR: Works When its Hard-Line Connected but not on Wi-Fi

    Last Updated: 04/05/2024 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 MRX-4IR
    How to Troubleshoot the MRX-4IR Wireless Issues: If you can not communicate with the  MRX-4IR  check the network setup. Assure the Wi-Fi information is completed in Step 6a (LAN & WiFi) . Check the router to ensure the information a...

  8. Remote Programming: How to Access, Modify and Download Files Remotely

    Last Updated: 03/25/2024 in Total Control: Accelerator 1 & 2 Offsite Programming
    To Access and Download a File Remotely using the URC Offsite Programming Feature URC Accelerator provides  remote access  for customer files using the  Offsite Programming  feature.  Offsite Programming  allows the  verified installer...

  9. How to Export Driver Files

    Last Updated: 03/12/2024 in Accelerator 3 Software Settings
    How to Export Driver Files URC Accelerator 3 software provides an option for exporting driver files from an existing project file. Driver files are embedded in the project file when devices are added to the project tree. Exporting these drive...

  10. URC Accelerator 3 Programming Modes

    Last Updated: 03/12/2024 in Accelerator 3 Software Settings
    Understanding and Changing the URC Accelerator 3 Programming Modes Accelerator 3 utilizes two different Programming Mode options - Level 1  or  Level 2 . Accelerator 3 programming modes Level 1 and Level 2 are replacing “Expressway” and “T...