DIY Wireless Security Systems Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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 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.
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 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.
Can I Set Up WIFI as Primary & GSM as backup on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems cannot connect to a WIFI network. This makes it impossible to use WIFI as a communication path. However, this is not a major concern, since cellular service is superior for alarm systems anyway. Learn more about cellular monitoring for a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System.
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.
How Do I Connect an iPhone to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
An iPhone can connect with an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 using the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app is available for free download from the App Store. The XTi or XTi-5 System will need active cellular service to work with Alarm.com. Learn how to use an iPhone with the Simon XTi or XTi-5.
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 Change the Battery in My Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
Inside an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System is a battery pack that serves as the backup battery. To change the backup battery, simply unplug the old one and apply the new one. The new battery pack should snap into place. Learn how to replace the battery in 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.
Added:
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.
Added:
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.
Added:
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.
Added:
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.
Added:
Can I Set Up WIFI as Primary & GSM as backup on an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
The Simon XTi and XTi-5 Systems cannot connect to a WIFI network. This makes it impossible to use WIFI as a communication path. However, this is not a major concern, since cellular service is superior for alarm systems anyway. Learn more about cellular monitoring for a Simon XTi or XTi-5 System.
Added:
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.
Added:
How Do I Connect an iPhone to an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
An iPhone can connect with an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 using the Alarm.com Mobile App. This app is available for free download from the App Store. The XTi or XTi-5 System will need active cellular service to work with Alarm.com. Learn how to use an iPhone with the Simon XTi or XTi-5.
Added:
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.
Added:
How Do I Change the Battery in My Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5?
Inside an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5 System is a battery pack that serves as the backup battery. To change the backup battery, simply unplug the old one and apply the new one. The new battery pack should snap into place. Learn how to replace the battery in an Interlogix Simon XTi or XTi-5.
Added: