
Simon® XTi-5 Version 2
User Guide
Introduction
This is the User Guide for the Simon® XTi-5 Version 2
system (models 600-1054-95R-18 & 600-1054-95R-18-CN).
The Simon® XTi-5 (V2) provides a graphical user interface
for programming and system operation. A piezo siren is
provided for alarm and status annunciation. A speaker and
microphone is provided for 2-way voice communication with
the central station.
Safety Information
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD. The product accessory bag
contains items that could be choking hazards. Please
keep away from small children.
AVERTISSEMENT: Le sachet de produits accessoires contient des
éléments qui pourrait présenter un danger d’étouffement. Veuillez
garder hors de la portée des jeunes enfants.
Operation
Use this document to quickly begin operating your Simon®
XTi-5 (V2) security systems. Refer to the Simon® XTi-5 User
Manual Version 2 for full operating details and programming
options. To download the Simon® XTi-5 User Manual
Version 2 see “Contact information” on page 10.
Note: Upon initial installation, it may take up to 36 hours for the
battery to fully charge. A low battery icon will be present and
trouble beeps will sound until the battery is sufficiently
charged. After the initial charge, should the panel lose AC
Power and experience a low battery condition, the icon will
appear and trouble beeps will sound unless silenced.
Silence trouble beeps by:
Arming or disarming the system.
or
Pressing “STATUS & SETTINGS” icon and pressing
“LISTEN” next to Panel Status.
This will disable the sounder for 4 hours but the trouble
indication will remain until the battery is recharged.
Contact your security provider to replace your backup
battery.
This system is intended to be checked by a qualified
technician at least once every 3 years.
Main Screen
Figure 1: Main Screen
Note: The default master code is 1-2-3-4 when the security system
is shipped from the factory. You should change your code
after your system is installed (see “Programming” on
page 6).
To operate the security system:
Use the Main screen icons to arm/disarm the system
when you enter or exit your home and to determine
which sensors are active and the system status.
Use the emergency screen to communicate with the
central monitoring station to report police, fire, or
emergency alarms.
From the Main screen, press the Status & Settings
icon to program certain user features. Refer to the
Simon® XTi-5 User Manual Version 2 for more
information.
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The look and color of the Main Screen may vary depending up on
the configuration by your security provider. The location of the
buttons, controls, and icons are the same as shown in this manual.
Colors and icon styles may differ to match those of the service
provider's mobile application. For any questions contact your
security provider.

There are several ways to navigate to the Main screen (Table 1
Access the emergency screen to select the
appropriate emergency icon (Panic, Police, or
Fire).
Depicts the status of the AC power and battery.
Note: These icons only appear in red on the
main screen if the backup battery is not fully
charged or AC power is not working correctly.
This yellow triangle indicates faults within the
system.
This will appear on the Main screen in the event
of an alarm. Messages will also display on this
icon describing what caused the alarm. Press
this icon to cancel the alarm.
* Depicts monitored door status. A green check
indicates all monitored doors are closed. A red
exclamation point indicates one or more doors
are open.
* Depicts monitored window status. A green
check indicates all monitored windows are
closed. A red exclamation point indicates one
or more windows are open.
* Depicts motions sensor status. A green check
indicates no recent motion detected. A red
exclamation point indicates motion was
detected in the last 10 minutes.
* Depicts other changes to protected property in
your system. A green check indicates all
sensors are closed and no activity since you
last checked. A red exclamation point indicates
either a sensor is tripped, or there is
unacknowledged activity.
* Note: Pressing the above sensor icons will open a new screen to
provide more detail. These icons may contain the text “N/A”
which indicates your system is not configured to support
this feature. Consult your dealer for additional information.
Press this icon to access the Arming Screen.
One of these icons will display depending on
your arming level. Press to turn off
intrusion/burglary protection for your system.
Only intrusion/burglary sensors are disarmed.
Environmental sensors, such as smoke and
carbon monoxide detectors, stay active at all
times. Enter your code in the keypad screen that
appears. If you enter an incorrect code, press
the Clear icon and enter the correct code.
Press to access the Status & Settings screen.
ARM STAY (Doors
and Windows Only)
This icon activates perimeter sensor only.
This icon activates all sensors.
This icon opens optional arming choices
“Silent Exit” and “Entry Delay”.
describes its features):
By pressing the Close icon. Depending on the
current screen, the user may need to press the Close
icon multiple times.
After a period of inactivity, the Main screen will return
(unless you set a blank screen as your default screen
saver).
If an alarm occurs, the screen will automatically return to
the Main screen.
Note: The touch screen will automatically blank at 2:00 am daily for
60 minutes. Touch the screen to reactivate.
Note: The Main screen factory default can be changed the after
your security provider’s installation has been completed.
Arming Screen
Table 1: Main Screen
When you touch the PRESS TO ARM icon on the Main
screen, the Arm screen appears with the following arming
choices:
Figure 2: Arming Screen
Note: Depending on configuration by your security provider, your
ARM screen may have three buttons displayed instead of
two.
Table 2: Arming Screen Icons
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Note: You will see icons at the top of the screen depicting the
current state of your installed sensors.

Optional Arming Choices
Depicts the status of the AC power and backup
battery. A red power cord represents loss of
AC power to the system. A green power cord
icon represents AC power to the system. A red
battery icon represents a low battery charge. A
green battery icon represents a fully charged
battery.
Note: These icons only appear on the main
screen if the backup battery is not fully
charged or AC power is not working
correctly. It is recommended that the
backup battery be replaced every 3-5
years. Contact your security provider to
replace the backup battery.
Press the Show icon to view system events.
Note: If a # appears in the Event History list,
the event was not sent to the central
station.
Press the Select icon to enter the sensor
bypass screen. Sensor can only be bypassed
if actively armed.
Press the Listen icon to listen to the status of
your security system. Press Clear to clear the
status.
Press the On/Off icon to set the chime feature
On/Off.
Note: This option may or may not appear
depending on panel programming.
Press the On/Off icon to set the special chime
feature On/Off.
Note: This option may or may not appear
depending on panel programming.
Optional. Ask your dealer for more
information.
Note: Has not been investigated by UL.
Optional. Ask your dealer for more
information.
Note: Has not been investigated by UL.
Optional. Ask your dealer for more
information.
Note: Has not been investigated by UL.
Press the arrows to adjust the speech volume
level.
Press the arrows to adjust the beep volume
level.
Press the arrows to adjust the screen’s
brightness.
Use this feature to set this panel’s screen
saver mode. Select “Blank” icon to have the
screen go dark after a period of inactivity.
Otherwise, the default will be the Main screen
and the screen will be lit. If AC power is lost,
the screen will go blank after 2 minutes of
inactivity to maximize battery life. The green
AC power icon will blink.
Note: The screen will automatically go blank
at 2:00 am daily for 60 minutes.
Press the Show icon to enter the calibration
screen. This screen will allow you to
recalibrate the touch screen.
Press the Help icon to access the Help menu.
Press ENTER next to Set Date/Time to set the
date and time. (A valid master code is
required.)
Press ENTER next to System Tests to access
Sensor Test, Comm Test, and System
Download options. (A valid master code is
required.)
Press ENTER next to Programming to access
the programming menu. (A valid master code
is required.)
Displays the system’s firmware version, touch
screen version and copyright information.
These settings are optional (for more advanced arming
features).
Silent Exit: Press this icon to silence your exit beeps
during arming. (Your exit time will double).
Entry Delay: Press this icon to set your entrance timer
to zero. (Use the “No Delay” feature when you are
asleep, or when you are away from home and will carry
a wireless touchpad that allows you to disarm the
system before opening a protected door). If you select
the No Delay option, (clock with a red strike
through) will appear over the lock when the system is
armed.
Arming errors
If an option is selected on the Arm screen and there is a
problem, an arming error message will appear, indicating the
nature of the problem and how to resolve it. For example,
you might see a message that indicates that you need to
close the front door.
Correct the problem as indicated or press Bypass. The user
will then see an arming countdown message at the bottom of
the screen. Touch the Cancel icon and enter a valid code to
stop the arming process.
Status and Settings Screen
To access the Status & Settings screen, press on the
Main Screen. Refer to Table 3 below for more information on
Status & Settings screen options.
A gold icon indicates an option is selected.
A blue icon indicates an option is not selected.
Table 3: Status and Settings Screen Options
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