
Like much of Honeywell's newest hardware such as the L5200, and the L7000, the VAM allows the on-board software to be updated over the internet.

Additionally, the VAM will allow control of cameras and is even compatible with Honeywell's newest low-light Total Connect camera - the Honeywell iPCAM-WL.

Additionally, much like the Tuxedo Touch, the unit will broadcast a network allowing users to control the system locally using port forwarding features. Also, the Total Connect 2.0 service only supports remote control and live status of up to 40 lights, 3 thermostats, and 4 door locks. Although the VAM may technically support up to 232 devices we recommend staying under 100 devices on the local network for efficiency and reliable operations. The unit will allow Z-Wave control of thermostats, lights, locks, shades, and more. This unit, which can be added to any of Honeywell's VISTA P-Series Systems (except the VISTA 10P) and the commercial VISTA Turbo Panels, is capable of controlling up to 232 Z-Wave products. Luckily for those who are budget conscious, Honeywell has released the VAM, in an effort to allow users with wired systems to take advantage of the incredible features once only unlocked using the TUX keypads.

Until the introduction of the VISTA Automation Module (VAM), consumers who wanted to marry the incredible home automation features Z-Wave offers with the incredible features of Honeywell's most reliable wired security systems such as the VISTA 20P or VISTA 21iP needed to purchase the very expensive Tuxedo Touch.
