Interlogix Simon XTi-5 Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does a Siren Sound on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The siren on a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System will continue to sound until the siren timeout period expires. This can be set from anywhere between 2 minutes and 254 minutes. It can also be turned off to have the siren sound indefinitely. Learn how to adjust the Simon XTi and XTi-5 siren timeout.
How Do I Add Additional User Codes to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The option for adding new user codes to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 is found through system programming. The system's current Master Code is required to access this menu. Up to eight standard user codes can be added to the system. Learn more about user codes on the 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Does an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Support Partitions?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Panels are single-partition alarm systems. They do not provide support for multiple partitions. If a user wants to use multiple partitions, they will need to upgrade to a different type of alarm system. Learn more about partitioning on an alarm system.
The siren on a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System will continue to sound until the siren timeout period expires. This can be set from anywhere between 2 minutes and 254 minutes. It can also be turned off to have the siren sound indefinitely. Learn how to adjust the Simon XTi and XTi-5 siren timeout.
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How Do I Add Additional User Codes to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The option for adding new user codes to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 is found through system programming. The system's current Master Code is required to access this menu. Up to eight standard user codes can be added to the system. Learn more about user codes on the 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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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Does an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Support Partitions?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Panels are single-partition alarm systems. They do not provide support for multiple partitions. If a user wants to use multiple partitions, they will need to upgrade to a different type of alarm system. Learn more about partitioning on an alarm system.
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