Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 w/o Monitoring?
Although the Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems can certainly be used without monitoring, this will severely limit their functionality. They will have no way of reporting out to the user, and using remote interactive services will be impossible. Learn more about the Simon XTi and XTi-5.
How Do I Reset an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 to Factory Defaults?
Resetting an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System to factory default settings is accomplished by holding down the reset button while the system is powered on. The Alarm.com communicator must be removed while doing this. Learn how to reset a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System to factory default settings.
Which Deadbolt Lock Is Compatible w/ an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems are capable of supporting almost any Z-Wave lock once a Z-Wave Controller has been added. The lock is paired with the system and included into the Z-Wave network. It can then be controlled using the Alarm.com service. Learn more about using Z-Wave door locks.
How Do I Get Power to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
An Interlogix XTi or XTi-5 receives its power from an 18-gauge 2-conductor wire. The wire connects the system and its plug-in 9-volt AC transformer. A Honeywell LT-Cable can also be used to make the wiring process somewhat easier. Learn more about powering an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5.
How Do I Connect an Android to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
An Android device can control an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 using the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app is available for free download from the Google Play Store. The XTi or XTi-5 System will need to receive active cellular monitoring to do this. Learn more about the Alarm.com Mobile App.
How Do I Activate the Chime on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The chime is activated on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Alarm System by faulting a sensor with an appropriate sensor group while the system is disarmed. The chime for the panel must be enabled when doing this. Learn more about the chime function on a Simon XTi or XTi-5 Alarm System.
Can I Use More than One Keypad On an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 Alarm Systems are both capable of supporting an Interlogix Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Keypad. This keypad will provide a secondary point of access for the system. Learn more about the Interlogix Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Keypad and the features that it offers.
Will Honeywell 5800 Sensors Work on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Alarm Systems both feature a wireless receiver that accepts incoming signals at a frequency of 319.5 MHz. The Honeywell 5800 Sensors are not compatible since they operate at the 345 MHz frequency. Learn more about the sensors used with the Simon XTi and XTi-5.
Do Door/Window Sensors Work w/ the Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
A compatible door and window sensor can be enrolled with a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System in basically the same way as any other compatible sensor. The sensor will be assigned a group number appropriate for a door or window. Learn more about using door and window sensors with the Simon XTi and XTi-5.
Can I Disable the Internal Siren on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems both feature an internal siren that can be disabled from within system programming. This option is found within the Siren Options sub-menu. The system's Installer Code is needed to access this menu. Learn how to disable the Simon XTi or XTi-5 siren.
Although the Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems can certainly be used without monitoring, this will severely limit their functionality. They will have no way of reporting out to the user, and using remote interactive services will be impossible. Learn more about the Simon XTi and XTi-5.
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How Do I Reset an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 to Factory Defaults?
Resetting an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System to factory default settings is accomplished by holding down the reset button while the system is powered on. The Alarm.com communicator must be removed while doing this. Learn how to reset a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System to factory default settings.
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Which Deadbolt Lock Is Compatible w/ an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems are capable of supporting almost any Z-Wave lock once a Z-Wave Controller has been added. The lock is paired with the system and included into the Z-Wave network. It can then be controlled using the Alarm.com service. Learn more about using Z-Wave door locks.
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How Do I Get Power to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
An Interlogix XTi or XTi-5 receives its power from an 18-gauge 2-conductor wire. The wire connects the system and its plug-in 9-volt AC transformer. A Honeywell LT-Cable can also be used to make the wiring process somewhat easier. Learn more about powering an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5.
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How Do I Connect an Android to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
An Android device can control an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 using the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app is available for free download from the Google Play Store. The XTi or XTi-5 System will need to receive active cellular monitoring to do this. Learn more about the Alarm.com Mobile App.
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How Do I Activate the Chime on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The chime is activated on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Alarm System by faulting a sensor with an appropriate sensor group while the system is disarmed. The chime for the panel must be enabled when doing this. Learn more about the chime function on a Simon XTi or XTi-5 Alarm System.
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Can I Use More than One Keypad On an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 Alarm Systems are both capable of supporting an Interlogix Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Keypad. This keypad will provide a secondary point of access for the system. Learn more about the Interlogix Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Keypad and the features that it offers.
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Will Honeywell 5800 Sensors Work on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Alarm Systems both feature a wireless receiver that accepts incoming signals at a frequency of 319.5 MHz. The Honeywell 5800 Sensors are not compatible since they operate at the 345 MHz frequency. Learn more about the sensors used with the Simon XTi and XTi-5.
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Do Door/Window Sensors Work w/ the Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
A compatible door and window sensor can be enrolled with a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System in basically the same way as any other compatible sensor. The sensor will be assigned a group number appropriate for a door or window. Learn more about using door and window sensors with the Simon XTi and XTi-5.
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Can I Disable the Internal Siren on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems both feature an internal siren that can be disabled from within system programming. This option is found within the Siren Options sub-menu. The system's Installer Code is needed to access this menu. Learn how to disable the Simon XTi or XTi-5 siren.
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