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Interlogix Simon XT Installation Guide - AT&T LTE
The LTE Module for Simon XT and XTi enables wireless reporting of all alarms and other system events from the
Interlogix Simon XT & XTi control panel using the LTE wireless (cellular) network. The module can be used as the
primary communication path for all alarm signaling, or as a backup to a telephone line connection to the central
monitoring station. The wireless alarm signaling and routing service is operated by Alarm.com. The LTE Module also
features integrated support for Alarm.com's emPower™ solution with built-in Z-Wave capabilities and for Alarm.com's
Image Sensor through the built-in Image Sensor radio. Two-Way Voice is conducted over the AT&T 3G HSPA network.
The module interfaces with the Simon XT, XTi, and XTi-5 panel boards, fits into a special compartment inside the
panel. It is powered by the control panel and panel battery.
Compatibility
The LTE module is compatible with all Simon XT (version 1.3 and up) and XTi or XTi-5 control panels.
Specifications
Compatible
Power requirements
Standby current
Peak current
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Max. relative humidity
https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo...
Simon XT panels with software versions 1.3 and later
and Simon XTi
6V nominal
30mA (10mA in PowerSave Mode)
1.7 A
32 to 120°F (0 to 49°C)
-30 to 140°F (-34 to 60°C)
90% non-condensing
Updated: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:50:59 GMT
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- Page 1 Interlogix Simon XT Installation Guide - AT&T LTE The LTE Module for Simon XT and XTi enables wireless reporting of all alarms and other system events from the Interlogix Simon XT & XTi control panel using the LTE wireless (cellular) network. The module can be used as the primary communication path for all alarm signaling, or as a backup to a telephone line connection to the central monitoring station.
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Page 2: Account Creation
Account creation Before installing an Alarm.com LTE Module in a Simon XT, XTi, XTi-5 system, a new customer account needs to be created with Alarm.com. It is recommended that the account be created at least 24 hours in advance of installation to ensure that the radio is activated prior to installation. -
Page 3: Installation
• Do not exceed the panel total output power when using panel power for the LTE Module, hardwired sensors, and /or sirens. Refer to the specific panel installation instructions for details. - Page 4 3. Push antenna end into open module connector to snap the antenna onto the module. The module must be seated correctly beneath the two small, plastic corner tabs, as shown in Figure 3. This ensures it fits into the compartment properly. Figure 3: Module plastic corner tabs https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo… Updated: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:50:59 GMT...
- Page 5 6. The secondary antenna (pre-attached to the module) should be routed and placed as shown in Figure 4. Figure 4: LTE antenna routing and placement Power up Important: Plug the battery in before plugging in the transformer, otherwise the panel will issue a System Low https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo… Updated: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:50:59 GMT...
- Page 6 Battery message regardless of the battery voltage level. Reconnect panel battery and AC power. When an LTE Module is connected to a powered control panel, the LEDs at the bottom of the module will become active. For more information about what the LEDs are, see Troubleshooting LEDs.
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Page 7: Module Status Information
01 and 39. • Clock: The LTE module sets the panel clock when it connects to Alarm.com and then updates it every 18 hours. It is important to select the correct panel time zone on the Customer Website, or the panel time will not be accurate. If a system is powered up before the customer account has been created, the time zone will default to Eastern Time. - Page 8 Same as eight flashes on LED L1. Connected Currently talking to Alarm.com servers. Connecting... In the process of connecting to Alarm.com. Updating... Updating signal level. To display information on the Simon XT: Some information can be retrieved on the Simon XT using long key presses from the keypad. Press and hold the following panel keys for 10 seconds to display the given information on the panel display.
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Page 9: Troubleshooting Leds
LTE frequency used by the module: High = 1700MHz; Low = 700 MHz. Troubleshooting LEDs Status LEDs indicate network and module status. Figure 5 shows the location of the status LEDs on the LTE module. Figure 5: Status LEDs https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo…... -
Page 10: Led Functions
Alarm.com. LTE Signal Level. Flashes zero to five times to indicate signal strength, or toggles on/off slowly when communicating with Alarm.com servers. Z-Wave Error LED. For more information about L5 errors, see LED L5 (yellow). - Page 11 The module is registered on the LTE network but cannot connect with Alarm.com. Contact Alarm.com Technical Support. Radio portion of the module is not working correctly. If this persists for more than a few minutes the module may need to be replaced.
- Page 12 LED L3 (yellow) L3 flashes with every communication between the module and its radio unit in Idle Mode, and with every communication with Alarm.com in Connected Mode. In PowerSave Mode, this LED flashes in unison with LED 2. LED L4 (green) L4 indicates the LTE signal level as a number of flashes (zero to five bars).
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Page 13: Various Module States (Modes)
Various module states (modes) There are three module states, or modes, as described below: Idle Mode AC power is OK and the module is not currently talking to Alarm.com. L1 - Flashes errors, if any. L2 - Communication with panel. - Page 14 The module is currently talking to Alarm.com. The module stays in Connected Mode for at least four minutes after reporting an event to Alarm.com, unless [5] is pressed and held for 10 seconds, which will cause the module to go back to Idle Mode.
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Page 15: Improving Wireless Signal Strength
• Make sure to follow the antenna positioning guidelines that are included with the antenna. Certain antennas must be oriented a specific way in order to receive signals. • Upgrade the antenna. If using the 1/4 wave antenna included with the LTE module, upgrade to a remote cable antenna. Contact Alarm.com technical support for antenna options. - Page 16 System Programming + Installer Code Code and press OK - Interactive Services Scroll up to Interactive Services and press OK Scroll down through the various LTE module information -- LTE Module Status screens Signal level, connection status, roaming status, and...
- Page 17 Press “OK” to query the Z-Wave network Home ID. If the ID is 0, verify that the module has communicated with --- Z-Wave Home ID Alarm.com and that the Alarm.com account is set up for Z-Wave. This menu is available only to installers who have their -- Account Creation own Alarm.com account creation system.
- Page 18 This menu is used to upload a Dealer logo to the two- way talking touchscreen (2WTTS). (Only available for dealers who have set up this feature with Alarm.com.) Press “OK”. If a logo is NOT available for upload to the -- Dealer Logo Update 2WTTS, you will see “Logo update not available”.
- Page 19 It is available only to installers who have integrated their sensor testing process with the Central Station and with Alarm.com This menu is used to automate the process of testing AVM over the LTE link. It is available only to installers...
- Page 20 The current fan mode (Auto, On) Shows whether the thermostat is running on a schedule (On), or is using a fixed setpoint. Note that these thermostat schedules must be set from the Alarm.com ---- Schedules website. Some Z-Wave thermostats allow setting schedules directly at the thermostat.
- Page 21 Radios. An interactive Alarm.com account with an Image Sensor service package is required for image capabilities and features. [2] Refer to the emPowerTM installation instructions and guides on the Alarm.com Dealer Site for more information on Z- Wave enrollment and troubleshooting.
- Page 22 Used to add, remove, and troubleshoot Z-Wave devices and networks. To control Z-Wave devices via the -- Z-Wave Alarm.com website and smart phone apps, you will also need to enable Z-Wave services on the account. https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo… Updated: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:50:59 GMT...
- Page 23 Z-Wave ---- Rediscovery devices. (During this process the Z-Wave network is busy and cannot respond to other commands.) Initiates replicate mode on the panel. ---- Replicate Mode https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo… Updated: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:50:59 GMT...
- Page 24 ---- Send Node Info so by Alarm.com. Requests updated thermostat data. ---- Refresh Thermostat --Advanced Menu This menu houses advanced LTE module tasks. Requests an authorization code from Alarm.com for use ---Auth. Code on the Image Sensor Installer Test Site. (www.alarm.com/imagesetup).
- Page 25 Used to add, remove, and troubleshoot Z-Wave devices and networks. To control Z-Wave devices via the -- Z-Wave Alarm.com website and smart phone apps, you will also need to enable Z-Wave services on the account. Add Z-Wave devices to the module’s network. Make sure the device you are trying to add is powered up and within 3 to 6 feet of the Simon XTi panel.
- Page 26 Radios. An interactive Alarm.com account with an Image Sensor service package is required for image capabilities and features. [2] Refer to the emPowerTM installation instructions and guides on the Alarm.com Dealer Site for more information on Z- Wave enrollment and troubleshooting.
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Page 27: Regulatory Information
Before the customer can configure their website account, the Alarm.com account for that customer must be created on the Partner Portal, and the LTE module associated with the account must be installed successfully. To log in and access their account, the customer can go to www.alarm.com... -
Page 28: Contact Information
Device contains - FCC ID: RI7LE910NAV2, IC: 5131A-LE910NAV2 Contact Information For additional information and support on Alarm.com products and services, please visit www.alarm.com/dealer contact Alarm.com technical support at 1-866-834-0470. https://answers.alarm.com/?title=ADC/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Panels/Interlogix_Simon_XT/Interlogix_Simo… Updated: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:50:59 GMT...
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