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Chapter 1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the Simon XT’s features.In this chapter:Security system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Simon XTUser Manual2Security system componentsThe Simon XT uses wireless technology to warn your family about intrusion, carbon monoxide, and fire. It
Chapter 1Introduction3A Simon XT installation may include any of the devices listed in Table 1.Table 1. Simon XT system componentsComponent Type Descr
Simon XTUser Manual4Communicating with your systemSending commands or instructing your security system is done through a series of key presses on the
Chapter 2 Using the control panelThis chapter provides instructions for operating your Simon XT Security System.In this chapter:Panel controls . . .
Simon XTUser Manual6Panel controlsYou can operate the self-contained security system through several different methods: • The front panel buttons prov
Chapter 2Using the control panel7Table 3. Simon XT panel keys and featuresControl DescriptionPiezo siren The piezo siren makes alarm beeps and status
Simon XTUser Manual8Standard text displayWhile the panel is idle, the following text displays:Arming level text could be one of the following:• Subdis
Chapter 2Using the control panel9Simon XT featuresYour Simon XT self-contained security system provides the following features:• Home security • Entry
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Simon XTUser Manual10Arming/disarmingArming a sensor makes it active and allows the panel to generate an alarm when a door or window is opened, or whe
Chapter 2Using the control panel11Exit/entry delayYour Simon XT provides a delay after entering or exiting your home before the system is alarmed. Tab
Simon XTUser Manual12No entry delayUse the No Delay feature when you are staying at home, for instance when you are asleep, or when you’re away from h
Chapter 2Using the control panel13Unbypassing1. Press BYPASS and enter the master code.2. Scroll up/down to the sensor to be unbypassed. The sensor mu
Simon XTUser Manual14Light control (optional)Simon XT lets you control lights and appliances using lamp, appliance, or universal modules. You can:• Tu
Chapter 2Using the control panel15LatchkeyUse the latchkey feature to notify you, via a remote phone, if a family member does not arrive home at a pre
Simon XTUser Manual16Using an offsite phoneIf enabled by the installer, you can control your Simon XT panel remotely from an offsite phone. The panel
Chapter 2Using the control panel17Using touchpadsTouchpads are used to control the security system from any location within or near your home.Remote h
Simon XTUser Manual18KeyfobIf your installer programmed the keyfob with no entry delay, and you armed the system with the keyfob, you must disarm your
Chapter 3 How your system communicatesYour system responds to you through the use of display and voice messages, status beeps, alarms, and panel indi
iii2. License. All rights to and in the Licensed Product, including, but not limited to, copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, belong to
Simon XTUser Manual20Status beepsThe panel sounds status beeps to alert you to various system events and conditions.Note: You may receive a differen
Chapter 3How your system communicates21Panel indicator lightsUse Table 10 to understand the panel indicator lights.Trouble beepsYour security system i
Simon XTUser Manual22Restoration of power. This condition occurs after a complete loss of power (AC and battery). When power is restored, the panel w
Chapter 4 ProgrammingThis chapter describes how to program your system. It will guide you through programming instructions for system features.System
Simon XTUser Manual24System menuYour Simon XT self-contained security system security system allows you to program certain user options, such as acces
Chapter 4Programming25Menu navigationEach menu contains a list of options and/or submenus. Press the scroll up/down buttons to navigate up and down th
Simon XTUser Manual26Set clockIf the panel loses both AC and battery power, then upon restoring power the system time will default to midnight and bli
Chapter 4Programming27Light schedulesSimon XT will automatically turn certain lights on or off according to light schedules you can define in menu ite
Simon XTUser Manual28Special chimeTo enable or disable the Special Chime feature:1. Scroll up/down until the display shows Chime.2. Press Enter. The c
Chapter 4Programming29System programmingTo enter the System Programming menu:1. Enter the system menu.2. Scroll up/down to System Programming, then pr
Simon XTUser Manualiv6. Limitation of liability. GE SECURITY’s sole obligation or liability under this agreement is the repair or replacement of nonco
Simon XTUser Manual30User codes 1 to 8To change a user code:1. Enter the System Programming menu.2. Scroll up/down to Access Codes, then press Enter.3
Chapter 4Programming31Phone numbersPhone #4 is the only system phone number that you can change. Therefore, it is often used for voice reporting of al
Simon XTUser Manual32Siren optionsThe panel has two built-in sound sources, a piezo siren and a speaker. The piezo siren makes alarm beeps and status
Chapter 4Programming33Panel Piezo AlrmThis option determines whether or not the panel sounds alarm beeps.To program Panel Piezo Alrm:1. Enter the Syst
Simon XTUser Manual34Light control (optional)You can control certain lights by using X-10 lamp, appliance, or universal modules. As set up by the inst
Chapter 4Programming35Light SchedulesIn this menu, a light schedule can be programmed for each unit number (1 to 8).To program Light Schedules:1. Ente
Simon XTUser Manual36RevisionTo display the firmware revision of the system:1. Scroll up/down to Revision.2. Press STATUS to exit.ContrastTo adjust th
Chapter 5 TestingThis chapter provides a set of tests to ensure proper operation of your Simon XT self-contained security system. We recommended you
Simon XTUser Manual38Testing sensors You can test sensors one at a time to make sure they are sending strong signals to the panel. You should test the
Chapter 5Testing39Testing communication Test communication between your system and the central monitoring station or a voice report destination at lea
v ACTA Part 68This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. Located on this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the
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This appendix provides a list of system limitations, emergency planning, floorplan, and a quick reference command table. In this appendix: Alarm syste
Simon XTUser Manual42Alarm system limitationsNot even the most advanced alarm system can guarantee protection against burglary, fire, or environmental
Appendix AReference information43Smoke and heat detector locationsSelecting a suitable location is critical to the operation of smoke alarms. Figure 5
Simon XTUser Manual44Your floorplanUse the following guidelines when drawing your floorplan:• Show all building levels.• Show exits from each room (tw
Appendix AReference information4522232425262728293031323334353637383940Table 15. X10 module locationsUnit # Location Unit # Location192103114125136147
Simon XTUser Manual46Access codesDelaysTable 16. Access codesCode description CodeMaster codeUser code 1User code 2User code 3User code 4User code 5Us
Appendix AReference information47Table 18. Simon XT system quick reference aControl panel Remote touchpad Keyfob TelephoneLevel 0: Subdisarm the syste
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49IndexAAC power failure ... 21access codes...
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Simon XTUser Manual50programming ... 23Qquick exit ...
viiContentsPreface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Simon XTUser ManualviiiSystem tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ixPrefaceThis is the GE Simon XT User Manual. This document includes an overview of the product and detailed instructions on how to operate the system
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