DIY Wireless Security Systems Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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 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.
Can I Connect an Android Phone to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems can both be controlled and operated using an Android Phone. This is made possible using the Alarm.com Mobile App. A user can access their Alarm.com account through the mobile app to control their Simon System. Learn more about the Alarm.com Mobile App.
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.
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.
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.
Can I Use an LT-Cable w/ an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Alarm System?
The LT-Cable can certaintly be used with an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 in place of a standard 18-gauge 2-conductor wire. By using an LT-Cable, it is easier to get power to the alarm system. The LT-Cable is available for purchase on our website. Learn more about the Honeywell LT-Cable.
How Do I Add a Wireless Zone to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
Any wireless sensor used with a Simon XTi or XTi-5 requires its own wireless zone. New zones are added through system programming. This is done by putting the system into its learn mode and then activating the tamper switch on the sensor. Learn how to add wireless zones on an XTi or XTi-5 System.
How Do I Add an External Keypad to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Keypad can be enrolled with a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System much in the same way as any wireless sensor. The external keypad is automatically recognized by the system so that it can be enrolled. Learn how to add an external keypad to a 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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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 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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Can I Connect an Android Phone to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems can both be controlled and operated using an Android Phone. This is made possible using the Alarm.com Mobile App. A user can access their Alarm.com account through the mobile app to control their Simon System. Learn more about the Alarm.com Mobile App.
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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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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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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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Can I Use an LT-Cable w/ an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 Alarm System?
The LT-Cable can certaintly be used with an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 in place of a standard 18-gauge 2-conductor wire. By using an LT-Cable, it is easier to get power to the alarm system. The LT-Cable is available for purchase on our website. Learn more about the Honeywell LT-Cable.
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How Do I Add a Wireless Zone to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
Any wireless sensor used with a Simon XTi or XTi-5 requires its own wireless zone. New zones are added through system programming. This is done by putting the system into its learn mode and then activating the tamper switch on the sensor. Learn how to add wireless zones on an XTi or XTi-5 System.
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How Do I Add an External Keypad to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Interlogix Two-Way Talking Touch Screen Keypad can be enrolled with a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System much in the same way as any wireless sensor. The external keypad is automatically recognized by the system so that it can be enrolled. Learn how to add an external keypad to a Simon XTi or XTi-5.
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