GE Simon XT User Manual page 11

A Simon XT TableTop Control Panel installation may include any of the devices listed in Table 1.
Table 1. Simon XT TableTop Control Panel system components
Component
Control panel
Touchpads
Sensors
Modules
Type Description
Operates and programs your security system. It communicates to
you through displayed and spoken messages. The panel can
communicate to a central monitoring station and send voice
messages to your offsite phone.
Remote handheld Controls the security system primarily from within the home.
Simon XT TableTop Controls the security system from within the home.
touchpad
Keyfob This keychain touchpad controls the security system from within or
near the outside of your home.
Indoor motion Detects motion in a protected indoor area. When motion is
detected, the panel may respond by sounding chimes or an alarm.
Outdoor motion Detects motion in a protected outdoor area. When motion is
detected, the system may respond by sounding chimes or turning
on outside lights. These sensors are not used for intrusion detection.
Door/window Detects the opening of a door or window.
Smoke Detects smoke or a significant rise in temperature. They have a
built-in siren that sounds when smoke or a significant rise in
temperature is detected.
Freeze Detects furnace failure. If the inside temperature drops below 41°F
(5°C), the sensor will notify the panel. The sensor will send a restore
signal to the panel when the temperature rises to 50°F (10°C).
Carbon monoxide Detects carbon monoxide. Contains a built-in siren that sounds
when carbon monoxide is detected.
Water-resistant A wireless device used for activating police or auxiliary alarms
personal help button through your security system.
Appliance Can be programmed to turn appliances or fluorescent lights on and
off.
Lamp Can be programmed to turn nonfluorescent lights on and off.
Universal Used for controlling devices other than appliances and lamps.
Check with your installer for other applications.
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