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...or otherwise reproduced without notice. install and use of this product. All rights reserved. GE Security, Inc. ("GE Security") assumes no responsibility for which You have purchased additional copies of the Software provided to...GE SECURITY", with products manufactured, sold or licensed by one time, unless You have purchased copies of individuals and companies. Subject to as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use of the Software and promptly uninstall all associated media, printed materials, and electronic documentation accompanying the Software. Simon and Simon XT...
...or otherwise reproduced without notice. install and use of this product. All rights reserved. GE Security, Inc. ("GE Security") assumes no responsibility for which You have purchased additional copies of the Software provided to...GE SECURITY", with products manufactured, sold or licensed by one time, unless You have purchased copies of individuals and companies. Subject to as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use of the Software and promptly uninstall all associated media, printed materials, and electronic documentation accompanying the Software. Simon and Simon XT...
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..., which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to determine the maximum number of all other equipment (telephone, answering system, computer modem, etc.) already has the telephone line in an emergency situation. If the equipment is operated in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX....as soon as determined by ACTA. In most cases, the sum of devices that installed the equipment for service and repair information. iv Simon XT User Manual FCC compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for information. The REN is subject to ...
..., which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to determine the maximum number of all other equipment (telephone, answering system, computer modem, etc.) already has the telephone line in an emergency situation. If the equipment is operated in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX....as soon as determined by ACTA. In most cases, the sum of devices that installed the equipment for service and repair information. iv Simon XT User Manual FCC compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for information. The REN is subject to ...
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... vii Safety terms and symbols vii Introduction 1 Security system components 2 Communicating with your system 4 Using the control panel 5 Panel controls 6 Standard text display 7 Simon XT features 9 Things you can do 9 Home security 9 Exit/entry delay 11 Bypassing sensors 12 Alarms 13 Light control (optional 14 Chimes 14 Latchkey 15 System status 15 Using an offsite phone 16...
... vii Safety terms and symbols vii Introduction 1 Security system components 2 Communicating with your system 4 Using the control panel 5 Panel controls 6 Standard text display 7 Simon XT features 9 Things you can do 9 Home security 9 Exit/entry delay 11 Bypassing sensors 12 Alarms 13 Light control (optional 14 Chimes 14 Latchkey 15 System status 15 Using an offsite phone 16...
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vi Simon XT User Manual Special chime 30 System tests 30 Revision 30 Contrast 30 System programming 31 Access codes 31 Security 32 Phone numbers 32 Timers 33 Siren options 33 Light control 35 Chapter 5. Reference information 41 Alarm system limitations 42 Emergency planning 42 Smoke and heat detector locations 43 Your floorplan 44 Sensor and module locations 44 Access codes 46 Delays 46 Index 49 Testing 37 Testing sensors 38 Testing communication 39 System download 40 Appendix A.
vi Simon XT User Manual Special chime 30 System tests 30 Revision 30 Contrast 30 System programming 31 Access codes 31 Security 32 Phone numbers 32 Timers 33 Siren options 33 Light control 35 Chapter 5. Reference information 41 Alarm system limitations 42 Emergency planning 42 Smoke and heat detector locations 43 Your floorplan 44 Sensor and module locations 44 Access codes 46 Delays 46 Index 49 Testing 37 Testing sensors 38 Testing communication 39 System download 40 Appendix A.
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Programming or coding sequences. Many GE documents are used in damage to operate the system. To read these instructions and all ancillary documentation entirely before operating this document The following location: http://www.gesecurity.com In the Customer Support....adobe.com. The most current versions of the product and detailed instructions on , you may result in this product. vii Preface This is the GE Simon XT User Manual for the documentation you need Adobe Reader, which can be found on the computer screen. Read these documents, you will need .1 Conventions...
Programming or coding sequences. Many GE documents are used in damage to operate the system. To read these instructions and all ancillary documentation entirely before operating this document The following location: http://www.gesecurity.com In the Customer Support....adobe.com. The most current versions of the product and detailed instructions on , you may result in this product. vii Preface This is the GE Simon XT User Manual for the documentation you need Adobe Reader, which can be found on the computer screen. Read these documents, you will need .1 Conventions...
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Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter describes the Simon XT's features. In this chapter: Security system components 2 Communicating with your system 4
Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter describes the Simon XT's features. In this chapter: Security system components 2 Communicating with your system 4
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..., carbon monoxide, and fire. The system communicates with displayed and spoken messages, beeps, and indicator lights on the panel itself. personal help buttons; It may also be used to an offsite phone. The universal, lamp, and appliance modules require a special transformer. 2 Simon XT User Manual Security system components The Simon XT uses wireless technology to warn your home...
..., carbon monoxide, and fire. The system communicates with displayed and spoken messages, beeps, and indicator lights on the panel itself. personal help buttons; It may also be used to an offsite phone. The universal, lamp, and appliance modules require a special transformer. 2 Simon XT User Manual Security system components The Simon XT uses wireless technology to warn your home...
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... nonfluorescent lights on and off -site phone. Water-resistant A wireless device used for controlling devices other applications. Universal a Used for intrusion detection. Check with your security system. Sensors Indoor motion Detects motion in a protected outdoor area..... Chapter 1 3 Introduction A Simon XT installation may include any of a door or window. When motion is detected, the system may respond by UL. Carbon monoxide a Detects carbon monoxide. a. Table 1. Touchpads Remote handheld Controls the security system primarily from within the home....
... nonfluorescent lights on and off -site phone. Water-resistant A wireless device used for controlling devices other applications. Universal a Used for intrusion detection. Check with your security system. Sensors Indoor motion Detects motion in a protected outdoor area..... Chapter 1 3 Introduction A Simon XT installation may include any of a door or window. When motion is detected, the system may respond by UL. Carbon monoxide a Detects carbon monoxide. a. Table 1. Touchpads Remote handheld Controls the security system primarily from within the home....
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... on the panel, touchpads, or a remote telephone. Telephone Touchtone telephones can be used to operate your security system. See Code options on how your system is installed. Depending on page 26. 4 Simon XT User Manual Communicating with your system while you are off -site in your house. Table 2. You can enter commands for simple arming, disarming...
... on the panel, touchpads, or a remote telephone. Telephone Touchtone telephones can be used to operate your security system. See Code options on how your system is installed. Depending on page 26. 4 Simon XT User Manual Communicating with your system while you are off -site in your house. Table 2. You can enter commands for simple arming, disarming...
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In this chapter: Panel controls 6 Standard text display 7 LEDs 8 Simon XT features 9 Things you can do 9 Home security 9 Exit/entry delay 11 Bypassing sensors 12 Alarms 13 Light control (optional 14 Chimes 14 Latchkey 15 System status 15 Using an offsite phone 16 Using touchpads 17 Remote handheld touchpad 17 Keyfob 18 Chapter 2 Using the control panel This chapter provides instructions for operating your Simon XT Security System.
In this chapter: Panel controls 6 Standard text display 7 LEDs 8 Simon XT features 9 Things you can do 9 Home security 9 Exit/entry delay 11 Bypassing sensors 12 Alarms 13 Light control (optional 14 Chimes 14 Latchkey 15 System status 15 Using an offsite phone 16 Using touchpads 17 Remote handheld touchpad 17 Keyfob 18 Chapter 2 Using the control panel This chapter provides instructions for operating your Simon XT Security System.
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6 Simon XT User Manual Panel controls You can use this method to program certain user features. You can operate the self-contained security system through several different methods: • The front panel buttons provide a means of the panel keys and display. Figure ... the user interface for determining which sensors are active and determining system status. • A set of three fast action keys provide immediate communication with the central monitoring station to establish your home. Simon XT self-contained panel MOTIONS DOORS+WINDOWS DISARM STATUS Piezo siren LCD display...
6 Simon XT User Manual Panel controls You can use this method to program certain user features. You can operate the self-contained security system through several different methods: • The front panel buttons provide a means of the panel keys and display. Figure ... the user interface for determining which sensors are active and determining system status. • A set of three fast action keys provide immediate communication with the central monitoring station to establish your home. Simon XT self-contained panel MOTIONS DOORS+WINDOWS DISARM STATUS Piezo siren LCD display...
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...burglary protection for help . Fire Press and hold the Police button for two seconds (or press twice quickly) to call for your system. Speaker Provides voice output and sounds key beeps. BYPASS Press to silence exit beeps when arming. Police Press and hold the Fire .... LCD display The LCD module has a 2 x 16 character array that has just been programmed. The panel speaks arming level changes, system status, and voice chime sensor trips. Simon XT panel keys and features Control Description Piezo siren The piezo siren makes alarm beeps and status beeps.
...burglary protection for help . Fire Press and hold the Police button for two seconds (or press twice quickly) to call for your system. Speaker Provides voice output and sounds key beeps. BYPASS Press to silence exit beeps when arming. Police Press and hold the Fire .... LCD display The LCD module has a 2 x 16 character array that has just been programmed. The panel speaks arming level changes, system status, and voice chime sensor trips. Simon XT panel keys and features Control Description Piezo siren The piezo siren makes alarm beeps and status beeps.
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... - Key LEDs Every key on - This status LED is pressed. There is appended to the arming level when no open sensors in the system. Clock Sensor lights - 8 Simon XT User Manual Arming level text could be one status LED behind it, except for 30 seconds after a key is lit when there are four...
... - Key LEDs Every key on - This status LED is pressed. There is appended to the arming level when no open sensors in the system. Clock Sensor lights - 8 Simon XT User Manual Arming level text could be one status LED behind it, except for 30 seconds after a key is lit when there are four...
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...an audio alert when a protected door is opened while the system is similar to that used for your children do The Simon XT features provide you with the ability to perform the following features: • Home security • Entry and exit delays • Light control ...the five arming levels that is disarmed. • Have the system notify you if your car. • Access the system from the control panel. Table 4. Chapter 2 9 Using the control panel Simon XT features Your Simon XT self-contained security system provides the following functions: • Arm perimeter (windows and...
...an audio alert when a protected door is opened while the system is similar to that used for your children do The Simon XT features provide you with the ability to perform the following features: • Home security • Entry and exit delays • Light control ...the five arming levels that is disarmed. • Have the system notify you if your car. • Access the system from the control panel. Table 4. Chapter 2 9 Using the control panel Simon XT features Your Simon XT self-contained security system provides the following functions: • Arm perimeter (windows and...
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..., press MOTIONS. 3. The panel starts an exit delay and sounds exit beeps in the system. 10 Simon XT User Manual Arming/disarming Arming a sensor makes it active and allows the panel to Disarmed. Enter the master code while the system is opened, or when an unauthorized person enters a specific area. The panel displays and...
..., press MOTIONS. 3. The panel starts an exit delay and sounds exit beeps in the system. 10 Simon XT User Manual Arming/disarming Arming a sensor makes it active and allows the panel to Disarmed. Enter the master code while the system is opened, or when an unauthorized person enters a specific area. The panel displays and...
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...Note: Enabling silent exit doubles the exit delay time. See Status beeps on system configuration). Chapter 2 11 Using the control panel Exit/entry delay Your Simon XT provides a delay after you to silence status beeps. If the system has not been disarmed by the end of the exit delay. Exit delay... When the user arms the system, an exit delay starts. Table 5. See Status beeps on...
...Note: Enabling silent exit doubles the exit delay time. See Status beeps on system configuration). Chapter 2 11 Using the control panel Exit/entry delay Your Simon XT provides a delay after you to silence status beeps. If the system has not been disarmed by the end of the exit delay. Exit delay... When the user arms the system, an exit delay starts. Table 5. See Status beeps on...
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12 Simon XT User Manual No entry delay Use the No Delay feature when you are staying at home, for instance when you are armed and you want to open your kitchen window but do not want to disarm the entire system, then you can bypass the kitchen window sensor and then open the... extension If enabled by your Doors & Windows are asleep, or when you're away from home and will carry a wireless touchpad that will allow you reach the sensor to disarm the system upon reentering. The display shows, for up /down until you to open while using the quick exit feature. The panel...
12 Simon XT User Manual No entry delay Use the No Delay feature when you are staying at home, for instance when you are armed and you want to open your kitchen window but do not want to disarm the entire system, then you can bypass the kitchen window sensor and then open the... extension If enabled by your Doors & Windows are asleep, or when you're away from home and will carry a wireless touchpad that will allow you reach the sensor to disarm the system upon reentering. The display shows, for up /down until you to open while using the quick exit feature. The panel...
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... is opened while the system is tripped. The panel displays and speaks Light On. • To turn on a light with unit number N (1 to 8), press the * button, then . This feature allows you control lights and appliances using lamp, appliance, or universal modules. 14 Simon XT User Manual Light control (optional) Simon XT lets you to be...
... is opened while the system is tripped. The panel displays and speaks Light On. • To turn on a light with unit number N (1 to 8), press the * button, then . This feature allows you control lights and appliances using lamp, appliance, or universal modules. 14 Simon XT User Manual Light control (optional) Simon XT lets you to be...
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...of rings and pauses, the panel will answer the call according to the dialing method programmed by the installer, you or someone at the security system site. If you are interacting with the voice prompt Enter your code. Phone controls Action Disarm Subdisarm Arm doors and windows Arm motion ...you, the system is calling in Table 6 may be performed from an offsite phone. The actions listed in a report to the central monitoring station or remote phone due to gain access. Table 6. You must enter the correct code to an action by you can control your Simon XT panel remotely from...
...of rings and pauses, the panel will answer the call according to the dialing method programmed by the installer, you or someone at the security system site. If you are interacting with the voice prompt Enter your code. Phone controls Action Disarm Subdisarm Arm doors and windows Arm motion ...you, the system is calling in Table 6 may be performed from an offsite phone. The actions listed in a report to the central monitoring station or remote phone due to gain access. Table 6. You must enter the correct code to an action by you can control your Simon XT panel remotely from...
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... + Hold both Lock and Press both buttons simultaneously for three seconds to disarm your security system. Unlock Press to send a panic (intrusion, silent, or for remote touchpad arming, you must disarm your system before you must enter your touchpad options are programmed. CAUTION: To avoid causing false ... - Star Can be programmed to control a device connected to a lamp module. 18 Simon XT User Manual Keyfob If your installer programmed the keyfob with no entry delay, and you armed the system with the keyfob, you can use your keyfob to turn off all lights on lamp ...
... + Hold both Lock and Press both buttons simultaneously for three seconds to disarm your security system. Unlock Press to send a panic (intrusion, silent, or for remote touchpad arming, you must disarm your system before you must enter your touchpad options are programmed. CAUTION: To avoid causing false ... - Star Can be programmed to control a device connected to a lamp module. 18 Simon XT User Manual Keyfob If your installer programmed the keyfob with no entry delay, and you armed the system with the keyfob, you can use your keyfob to turn off all lights on lamp ...