Interlogix Simon XT Tabletop Installation Manual - Manual (Page 14)

Chapter 2:
8 Simon XT TableTop Control Panel Installation Manual
Planning the installation
This section describes system capabilities to help you get familiar with your
system. The planning sheets contain tables that let you record the hardware and
programming configuration of your system. Complete all of the information ahead
of time to help prepare for system installation. Refer to Sensor names on page
64 for sensor name segments listed alphabetically and by index number.
Control panel location
Locate the panel where alarm sounds can be heard and where the panel will be
easily accessible for operation. Do not install the panel near a window or door
where it can be reached easily by an intruder.
Planning sensor types and locations
The first step to an easy and successful installation is to decide what areas or
items to protect, which lights or appliances to operate, and the best location for
the panel, touchpad, sensors, and sirens.
Metal objects, mirrors, and metallic wallpaper can block signals sent by the
wireless sensors. Make sure there are no metal objects in the way when
installing the system.
Use Table 3 below, Recommended sensor groups and Table 4 on page 9,
Sensor group characteristics to determine the appropriate sensor type for the
sensors you will be adding. Use Table 5 on page 11, Sensor
assignments/locations to document the planned sensor information. You will
need to understand the application for each sensor. For example, keyfobs are
typically programmed as sensor group 01 (portable panic) and used to send an
intrusion alarm to a central monitoring station. This sensor type is instant
intrusion, it does not require restoral or supervisory communication with the panel
and it is active in the following arming levels:
• Level 0 - Sub-disarm.
• Level 1 - Disarm.
• Level 2 - Arm doors and windows.
• Level 3 - Arm motion sensors.
• Level 4 - Arm doors/windows and motion sensors.
Table 3: Recommended sensor groups
Device Recommended sensor group
Indoor motion sensor 17 (intrusion), 25 (chime)