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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
General Account Access Account Access Errors E-Statements Quicken Download Credit Cards


General

What is your Check Hold Policy?

Please click on this link to read our Check Hold Policy.


Account Access

How do I get an Access Code?

Your Access Code is initially created through PAT (Phone Access Teller). From there, you may specify your four digit code. This access code is then used for Account Access. You may change this access code at any time within Account Access.


How many characters must my Access Code (Password) be?

Your Access Code must be 4 digits long. Access Codes may consist only of numeric characters, as this code is used for Phone Access Teller well as VisionLine's Account Access.


Is my Access code the same as my PIN number?

Not necessarily. Your PIN number is used only with your ATM card and is a completely separate record from your Access Code. You may choose to make them identical, but they are not the same code.


I tried to access my account and I was informed that it is frozen. Why?

We allow for five failed attempts before our system will freeze your account. Once a successful attempt is made, the counter is set back to zero. This is to prevent password guessing. If you follow proper password choosing procedures, it is highly unlikely that anyone can guess your password in four attempts. If your access is frozen this will prevent you from signing on to Account Access and PAT (Phone Access Teller). Call the Credit Union to have your account set back to normal. We will go through a verification process to ensure your identity.


Why does the URL for the Online Teller site start with HTTPS://?

VisionLine utilizes two WEB servers. While the majority of VisionLine resides on a non-secure server, Account Access resides on a secure server. To access a secure server, HTTPS:// must preceed the URL. Our digital certificate resides on our secure server.


How does encryption work?

All the data that is passed back and forth over the Internet during your Account Access session is encrypted and becomes a string of unrecognizable numbers before leaving your computer or our site. Our site and your browser hold the keys for solving the mathematical algorithms used to encrypt the data. Each time you establish an Account session, our site and your browser agree on a random key that is used for that session. This makes it possible for the two computers to pass data back and forth and make it recognizable.


What can I do to protect my accounts?

Even though we are making use of technology to keep your data safe as it passes over the Internet, you still play an important role in keeping your account safe. You should memorize your access code. Do not write it down. Doing so may reveal it to others. It is a very good idea to change your password often, especially if you access Account Access from work. We have made it easy for you to do this. When you are done with Account Access or if you need to leave the computer, sign off. Our system will also sign you off after 10 minutes of inactivity. However, if you sign off everytime, you decrease the exposure window.


Is there anything special with Macintosh computers as they relate to Account Access?

You will need MS Internet Explorer 4.0 or newer, Netscape Navigator 3.0 or newer or AOL 3.0 or newer.


What is a browser?

A browser is an application that enables your computer to visit World Wide Web sites and make sense of them. It can display the graphical as well as textual content on the internet. The most common browsers in use today are Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer.


What browsers can I use?

Basically, any browser that provides for the handling of the SSL protocol and "cookies" can be used. We recommend using Netscape Navigator 4.75 or newer, Internet Explorer 5.5 or newer for PCs, Internet Explorer 5.5 or newer for Macintosh computers, or America Online version 4.0 or newer. Also, now is a great time to download the latest and greatest version of your browser of choice because most browsers are being offered for "free." By having a new browser, you can take advantage of the latest technology on the Internet. Visit Netscape to download the latest version of Navigator (a.k.a. Communicator), or Microsoft to download the latest version of Internet Explorer.


What are the steps to download a transaction history for Quicken or Money?

Once logged in to Account Access, click the Quicken Download menu option. Select the share or loan ID and transaction date range desired and click Continue. Select a destination for the .qif file and save it. Do this for each account (Savings, checking, etc) you wish to import into Quicken or Money. Once all the files have been saved, open up Quicken or Money, and Import the files into your register. Please note that the Credit Union account records do not include the names to which checks were written. Therefore, when importing the downloaded information into a Money or Quicken register, the name information will have to be manually entered.


Why do the "Terms and Conditions of Use" disclosure statements appear every time I click on "Account Access"?

These disclosures are set up to appear once a year to each web browser and URL that utilize Account Access. Cookies are used to monitor this information. If these disclosures are appearing more than once a year, please reference the following items:


Account Access Errors

Page Expired Due to Inactivity

  • Internet Explorer - Click on “Tools”, “Internet Options”. On the “General” tab, click on “Settings”. Under “Check for newer versions of stored pages”, select “Every time you start Internet Explorer”. Click “OK” to go back to the Internet Options box. Click on the “Clear History” button to clear out old versions of stored pages on the browser.

  • AOL - Click on My AOL, and or WWW. You should then see the Internet Explorer “Internet Options” box. Follow directions above.

  • Netscape Communicator - Click on “Edit”, then “Preferences”. Under Category, click on Navigator. Under History click on the “Clear History” button. Click “Yes” to clear history.


Account Number or Access Code you have entered is invalid

If you receive this message and are unable to view any account information, either the account number or access code you are entering is incorrect.

The account number must be in 8 or 9 digit format, (ie.; 12345600, or 123456700) Do not place any dashes, spaces, or any other characters in the account number field.

The access code is the same 4 digit code that is used to access Phone Access Teller. For instructions on obtaining a P.A.T. code, please refer to bottom of the following page: https://www.visionsfcu.com/cgi-bin/mcw000.cgi?MCWSTART

If you receive this message after viewing your Account Summary Screen, either the Cookies or Security Settings on your browser are not properly configured.


Cookies

Cookies must be enabled in order to proceed through your account. Visions uses cookies as part of our site security to ensure the integrity of your session. (To read about Cookies, go to:http://www.cookiecentral.com)


To reconfigure Cookies

  • Internet Explorer: Click on “Tools”, then “Internet Options”. Choose the “Security” tab, and click on “Custom Level” button. Scroll down to “Cookies”. Under “Allow Cookies that are stored on your computer”, select “Enable”. Under “Allow per-session cookies (not stored)”, select “Enable”.

  • Internet Explorer 6.x:Click tools-->internet options, then click on the "Privacy" tab in the dialog box that appears. Adjust the security settings bar to "medium high", "medium", "low", or "Accept all cookies". Click "Apply".

  • AOL: Click on MY AOL and/or WWW. The Internet Explorer “Internet Options” box should appear. Follow Internet Explorer directions above.

  • Netscape Communicator: Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”. Under Category, click on “Advanced”. Under Cookies, select “Accept All Cookies”

  • Netscape 6.x:From the browser toolbar, click edit-->preferences, then click on "Privacy and Security", then click on "Cookies". Choose "Enable all Cookies", then click "ok".


I am using Internet Explorer and I am receiving an error when I try to access the "Account Access", or "Bill Payment" portions of VisionLine

These two sections of VisionLine run under a Secure Socket Layer (SSL) and require either a 40 bit or 128 bit encryption strength within your browser. If you are experiencing a problem using Internet Explorer, there is a chance your browser's encryption strength is not one of the two specified.

You can upgrade the encryption strength within IE without upgrading the browser. To do that, follow these steps:

  1. Within Internet Explorer, select "Help"
  2. Select "About Internet Explorer"
  3. Next to Cipher Strength is a link titled "Update Information"
  4. Select Update Information, this will take you to a page at Microsoft that allows you to upgrade your encryption key.


Where do I download a new browser that is 128-bit-encryption-enabled?

For Netscape users:
http://www.netscape.com/download/

For Internet Explorer Users:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie

For AOL users:
http://www.aol.com/downloadaol.adp


I am using Internet Explorer, and upon clicking on Account Access, I receive an error message that says something to the effect of "404 error, page not found".

There is a chance your browser might need to be repaired. To do so, do the following:

  • On your PC, Click the Windows Start Menu.

  • Go to "Settings", then "Control Panel", this will launch a new window.

  • Double click "Add/Remove Programs".

  • In the list of programs that is now displayed, click once on "Internet Explorer".

  • A selection of 3 choices will now pop up in a new menu. Select "Repair Internet Explorer", then click "OK".

  • Your PC will then update itself. Once it has been restarted, your browser should be repaired.


How do I disable the function in my browser that allows it to remember passwords?

  • In Internet Explorer:From your browser's toolbar, select "Tools"--> "Internet Options" --> the "Content" tab, then click on the "AutoComplete" button. Un-select the "user names and passwords on forms" box and it won't ask in the future. Click on the "clear passwords" button and it will clear any passwords it has saved up to this point.

  • In Netscape 6.x:From your browsers toolbar, select "Edit" --> "Preferences" --> "Privacy and Security" --> "Web Passwords" . If you wish to disable this functionality completely, then uncheck "Remember passwords for sites that require me to log in". If you wish only to remove a particular username/password combination, then click on "view stored passwords", click on appropriate site/username combination, then click "remove". Finally, click "OK", then "OK" once again.


I am using Internet Explorer 5.x or 4.x and when I try to reach Account Access, I receive a message that there is something wrong with the security certificate.


I am using a proxy server, and am having problems reaching Account Access using Internet Explorer.

While in IE, go to Tools, Internet Options, Connections Tab, Lan Settings button. In the proxy server box choose the advanced button. You should now be in the Proxy Settings Window. Check the box that says "Use the same proxy server for all protocols". Apply the changes.


E-Statements

I signed up for E-Statements this month, but when I try to access it within account access, I receive a "No Statement Found" message. Why?

E-Statements are created at month-end using information in affect at that time. If you sign up prior to the end of the month, your E-Statement for THAT month will be available, and will be delivered electronically rather than via U.S. mail. However, E-Statements will not be retroactive, and you will not have an E-Statement available for the previous month.


I am experiencing problems retrieving my E-Statement through Account Access.

In order to successfully retrieve your E-Statements, there are a few requirements that need to be met: You must have a 128 bit encryption-enabled browser. Intructions on how to download one of these browsers can be found here. You must also have the latest version of Adobe Acrobat installed on your computer. You may download Adobe Acrobat here. In addition, please note that WebTV users will not be able to access their E-Statements, as that platform is not supported.


When I click on the icon to launch my statement, I receive a blank screen.

Please try the following steps to rectify this problem:

Press the 'F5' key to refresh the window.

If that Doesn't work try this:

    From Acrobat 5.0
  1. Click EDIT->PREFERENCES->GENERAL

  2. Click OPTIONS.

  3. Under Web Browser Options, uncheck Display PDF in Browser.

  4. Click OK.

  5. Close Acrobat and Internet Explorer and try it again.


Quicken Download

Can I do automatic reconciliation with Quicken or Money?

No. Presently we support the downloading and importing method. This requires you to download a file, save it, and then import the data in that file into your money management program.


Can Quicken's or Money's bill-payment service be used through Account Access?

No. However, using Online Teller does not prevent you from using these services through other means.


Can I access Account Access directly from Quicken?

No. This is an Internet access only application, written in HTML which requires the use of a browser.


What is .QIF?

.QIF stands for Quicken Import File. Quicken and Microsoft Money can import data saved in the QIF format. When you download transaction history (Quicken Download) from your Visions FCU account, the data is in this format.


When I try to download a Quicken file, the account information appears in a Browser window, and it will not allow me to save it as a .QIF file. Why?

This is a known issue when downloading .QIF files with Internet Explorer. This is an intermittent problem with no known resolution at this time. There are a couple options available for working around this problem.

  1. If at all possible, use Netscape Navigator to access Online Teller and download the account history. Navigator will provide an option to save the file to disk.

  2. While viewing the raw data in an Internet Explorer window, click on the menu option View, and then Source. This will open up a Notepad window containing the information. Click Save and choose where you would like to save the file. It will automatically be saved as a .QIF file.


What are the differences between the three download options within Quicken?

When you click on the "Quicken Download" link within Account Access, you are presented with three options for the download type:

  • MS MONEY - This option is for Microsft Money users.

  • Quicken WebConnect - This option is for users of the latest version of Quicken, and is in OFX format. Please note that this option will not work with older versons of Quicken.

  • QIF - This option is for users with older versions of Quicken.


Why doesn't the Quicken WebConnect download work on my computer?

Currently, Visions only supports the latest version of Quicken for the WebConnect option. In August of each year, the latest version of Quicken will be required to use this Quicken feature within Account Access. If you are using an older version of Quicken, the WebConnect download will not work.


How can I contact Quicken for technical support?

Live, consultative technical support is available by telephone for users of Quicken Windows 2002, 2001, 99 and 98 and for users of Quicken Mac 2002, 2001 and 98. Please note that live technical support for Quicken 98 for Windows and Mac and Quicken 99 for Windows may be discontinued effective November 1, 2001. The Quicken Service Delivery organization maintains live telephone support only for the current product and those released in the prior two years. The phone numbers are as follows:

Quicken 2002 WinQuicken 2001 Win Quicken 2000 WinQuicken 99 WinQuicken 98 Win
520-618-7140520-618-7155 520-618-7130520-618-7120520-618-7101
900-555-4932900-555-4932 900-555-4932900-555-4776900-555-4688
Quicken 2002 MacQuicken 2001 Mac Quicken 2000 Mac Quicken 98 Mac
520-618-7145520-618-7160 520-618-7131 520-618-7201
900-555-4932900-555-4932 900-555-4932  


After August 26,2002, I received one the following error messages: OL-202, OL-248, OL-249, or OL-297. What do I do now?

You must update the online banking features in your product by performing some simple steps in order to resume banking online. The steps are as follows:

Quicken Windows 99-2002 (except Quicken 2001 and Windows XP) Instructions:

Perform a One Step Update

  1. Choose One Step Update from the Quicken Finance menu (Online menu in Quicken 99).
  2. Remove all the checkmarks and then click Update Now.
  3. Important! At the completion of the One Step Update process, exit and then restart Quicken.

If this update does not allow you to download your transactions, refer to the instructions for Quicken 2001 on Windows XP users.

Quicken Windows 2001 and Windows XP Instructions:
If you have Quicken 2001 on Windows XP or continue to receive the error after performing a One Step Update in Quicken for Windows: Intuit has provided a file that will allow you to continue to download your transactions. Simply download the file from the Intuit site and install it into your Quicken program directory. You can find the file and detailed instructions at: http://www.intuit.com/updates/

Quicken Mac Instructions:
Quicken for Mac customers are required to download the latest patch to continue to use online banking. To download and install the latest update to Quicken for Mac, choose Check for Updates from the File menu and follow the on-screen instructions. Customers can also find the latest update file and detailed instructions at: http://www.intuit.com/updates/

QuickBooks Customers:
QuickBooks customers are required to download the latest patch to continue to use online banking. The updated file is located at this URL: http://www.intuit.com/updates


Credit Cards

What do I do if my credit card is lost or stolen?

Please click here for instructions.




 
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