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A cultural heritage museum in the South of Germany for decades, the installed intrusion alarm system has provided reliable protection on the premises. But suddenly, the detectors trigger false alarms every night after the museum closes. The system integrators are puzzled and conduct extensive tests of the entire system.

Not an easy fix situation, since a new lighting system would prove far too costly. Ultimately, the integrators need to perform extensive detector firmware updates and switch to different sensor architecture to eliminate the error source. This scenario is by no means an isolated incident, but part of a growing trend.

Strong temperature fluctuations can be interpreted by sensors as indicators of a person inside the building. Triggers range from floor heating sources to strong sunlight. In this context, room temperatures above 86°F (30°C) have proven particularly problematic.

Extensive bandwidth frequencies in Wi-Fi routers can potentially confuse sensors. Only a few years ago, wireless routers operated on a bandwidth of around 2.7GHz while today’s devices often exceed 5GHz, thereby catching older detectors off guard.

Over the next few years, sensors were also equipped with sensors detecting visible light to catch flashlights used by burglars, as well as temperature sensors. In Bosch sensors, engineers added proprietary technologies such as First Step detection to trigger instant alarms upon persons entering a room.

The site also presents additional error sources such as large amounts of dust that can contaminate the sensors, as well as visitors accidentally dropping their cameras or mobile phones next to museum exhibits.

There are cellular modules that work with the Simon panels that allow you to control the panel remotely and that is what ADT or Alarm.com use to let you have that option. They are expensive, about $200. I bet that someone savvy in programming would be able to use these modules for self monitoring and integrate it to ST but I’m not that guy. I did not want to pay the monthly fee and do not need to lock or unlock it remotely so my set up works for me.

I don’t know that you have to take your existing sensors down, Simon XTI might be able to work as a wired system as well, I’m not sure. I saw you had a concern with the batteries. I use Interlogix sensors with CR123A batteries and they last for years, even the one I have outside exposed to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) so this really is a non issue and the panel will tell you if it can’t connect to it then you know it’s time to replace the battery.

The relay can be triggered 2 ways usually, either turn it on/off from it’s power source, or use the trigger port when they have one. The Simon uses a trigger port so you need a relay that has a trigger like the ELK 924, not all relay have one.

You can have your monitoring company install the XTI panel, then buy an ELK 924 relay, a linear power supply, a 12 volts battery, a VAC transformer, a roll of 22/2 solid copper alarm wire and the ZW097 sensor then you can keep your existing set up and add the Smartthings triggers. Look at my wiring diagram for instructions and part numbers, ignore the siren wiring, it’s not that complex.

You may also need a box to put all that gear in. If your panel is installed in a visible area, I would recommend getting a nice in-wall metal box that you fix to one of the studs or a large one that fits in between two studs, I got mine at Home Depot. You can paint over it so it blends in, a large gang box may work as well (in that case be careful with the battery size and shape).

The Simon XT™ Two-Way Talking Touch Screen is a color LCD screen featuring a user-friendly interface that compliments Simon XTi and Simon XT security systems for safety and peace of mind. In addition, optional wireless devices can be added to provide control over other functions including Z-Wave® wireless lighting control devices, Z-Wave wireless thermostats for home HVAC systems, and Z-Wave door lock control.

The Simon line of alarm systems originated about 2 decades ago in the late 1990’s. The original Simon was created by a company called ITI. Since then, there have been a series of company buyouts and mergers: from Sentrol to GE Security to UTC to Interlogix. Through it all, the Simon security system has survived and seen many new models. To us, this really speaks to how good the Simon really is. Currently, we carry 2 Simon models: Simon XTand Simon XTi-5.

In many ways the Simon XT and Simon XTi-5 very similar systems. In fact, as we will talk about, when you look at the behind the scenes features or foundation of the alarm system they are nearly identical. However, the two systems still manage to differentiate themselves by having very different user interfaces which we will focus on after looking at the similarities.

The Simon XT and Simon XTi-5 are both fully wireless alarm systems (with small exceptions). The first exception is the wire from the plug in power transformer to the Simon panel, of course. For the most part, this is the only wiring needed for your Simon alarm system. However, the both Simon panels are capable of utilizing up to 2 hardwired zones. And one of those zones can actually be used as an output. For instance, you can connect a relay with a power supply and hardwired siren to have a more powerful sounder than the one that is built into the panel. There are numerous other situations that the output can be used for. And if you are planning on using a telephone landline for communications, that would need to be wired as well. Everything else will be contained within the main control and communicate to other alarm components wirelessly.

Both alarm systems have a maximum capacity of 40 zones. All 40 zones can be wireless. And, as mentioned previously, the alarm panels have up to 2 inputs available for hardwired zones. But those do count towards that maximum of 40 total zones. So if you used 2 hardwired zones you would have 38 zones left that can be used for wireless sensors. 40 zones is plenty for almost any residential application and can be enough for small commercial installations. But if you have a large home with a lot of openings on the ground floor or a large commercial site, 40 zones can be eaten up in no time. For instance a home with 20 windows, 5 doors, 5 motion detectors, and 10 smoke detectors would completely max out the Simon alarm system. But that does not include anything like glass break detectors, temperature sensors, flood/leak detectors, et cetera.

The Simon XT and Simon XTi-5 are compatible with all of Interlogix wireless sensors. They have numerous options for nearly any sensor type that you might want.

Another aspect of the Simon XT and Simon XTi-5 that is exactly the same is the number of user codes. There 11 total user codes, 9 of which are suitable for day to day use on the alarm system: the installer code, master code, duress code, and 8 standard user codes. The installer code is generally only used to make the system altering changes such as changing timer lengths or adding/editing/deleting sensors. The regular user codes are just used to arm and disarm the system. The master code can function just like a standard user code, arming and disarming, but it also allows for surface level changes to the alarm system like editing user codes or changing the time and date. And finally the duress code is a special code that should be given to all system users in case of an emergency (if used). The duress code will seemingly function like any other user code, disarming the system when used for instance. But it will activate a silent alarm that will send an alarm signal to your central station or self-monitoring service.

Another awesome feature that is shared between both the Simon XT and Simon XTi-5 is that both panels are fully compatible withAlarm.com Interactive Services. Alarm.com can add dozens of features to your regular alarm system and they are very flexible in that they have multiple plans so that you only pay for the features that you want. Not only that, but Alarm.com can be used independently for self-monitoring or with a central station for traditional monitoring.

They have 4 main service plans: Wireless Signal Forwarding, Interactive, Interactive Plus Automation, and Interactive Gold. Each service level has the features of the levels before it. Wireless Signal Forwarding is only for sending your alarm panel signals through the cellular communicator to your central station. Interactive gives you remote access to your alarm system. You can arm and disarm, change user codes, setup notifications, and use geo-fencing with your smartphone. Interactive Plus Automation gives you access to using the built-in Z-Wave communicator for home automation purposes. And finally Interactive Gold gives numerous features. There are other automation integrations such as Lutron. You can also get weather on the panel and severe weather alerts. Among other features.

There is only 2 things that need to be done to have access to these features. First you will need to add an Alarm.com cellular communicator, 600-1048-XT-LTE-VZ. This mounts directly inside the Simon panel. And second you will need to sign up for Alarm.com service plan as described above.

There really are not very many differences between the 2 panels. But the differences that are there are fairly significant. It pretty much comes down to the Simon XTi-5 having a touchscreen while the Simon XT has a more traditional keypad with LCD display. This obviously gives some advantages to the Simon XTi-5. It has a more modern look by having the 5 inch touchscreen with an intuitive graphical user interface that makes for a more pleasant user experience.

The other big difference is in programming. Although this also stems from the touchscreen. While the Simon XT is one of the easier systems to program, it just cannot compare to the ease of programming that is seen on all-in-one wireless systems with GUI and the Simon XTi-5 is no exception. The intuitive menus just make everything so much easier. The Simon XTi-5 can almost be programmed from start to finish without any instructions. Almost. But you will still need some minor guidance if you have no experience with Simon alarm systems.

Are you a Simon XT Panel owner, or are you looking to get one in the not-so-distant future? Well, you’re in luck. Welcome to the Simon XT Panel: Most Frequently Asked Questions blog, where we’re going to answer the most popular FAQs surrounding this panel.

Your LCD display will then show Motions, the panel will say Motions out loud, and the button will light up. You’ll then have an allotted amount of time to exit the premises before the motion sensors are fully armed.

Your Simon XT Panel will then display Doors + Windows & Motions, speak Doors and Windows On, Motions On, and the Doors + Windows and Motions buttons will also light up.

To cancel an accidental alarm before the programmed dialer delay time expires, enter your access code. It’s that simple. The panel will display Alarm Cancel and make a beeping sound.

Whether your Panel lost power or you’re setting it up, setting the correct date and time is super easy.To set the date:Scroll until thedisplay shows Set Date, and then press OK. The display will then show Enter Code.

You can test sensors one at a time to make sure they’re sending strong signals to the panel. Simply:Scroll until the display shows System Test, and then press OK. The display shows Enter Code.

If any of the sensors didn’t test successfully and you want to terminate the test, press Status. The panel displays Sensor Test Fail or Aborted. The display then shows Sensor Test. Press Status once to exit the system test. If a sensor test fails, call your security dealer.

In recent time, China domestic companies like BOE have overtaken LCD manufacturers from Korea and Japan. For the first three quarters of 2020, China LCD companies shipped 97.01 million square meters TFT LCD. And China"s LCD display manufacturers expect to grab 70% global LCD panel shipments very soon.

BOE started LCD manufacturing in 1994, and has grown into the largest LCD manufacturers in the world. Who has the 1st generation 10.5 TFT LCD production line. BOE"s LCD products are widely used in areas like TV, monitor, mobile phone, laptop computer etc.

TianMa Microelectronics is a professional LCD and LCM manufacturer. The company owns generation 4.5 TFT LCD production lines, mainly focuses on making medium to small size LCD product. TianMa works on consult, design and manufacturing of LCD display. Its LCDs are used in medical, instrument, telecommunication and auto industries.

TCL CSOT (TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd), established in November, 2009. TCL has six LCD panel production lines commissioned, providing panels and modules for TV and mobile products. The products range from large, small & medium display panel and touch modules.

Everdisplay Optronics (Shanghai) Co.,Ltd.(EDO) is a company dedicated to production of small-to-medium AMOLED display and research of next generation technology. The company currently has generation 4.5 OLED line.

Established in 1996, Topway is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the design and manufacturing of industrial LCD module. Topway"s TFT LCD displays are known worldwide for their flexible use, reliable quality and reliable support. More than 20 years expertise coupled with longevity of LCD modules make Topway a trustworthy partner for decades. CMRC (market research institution belonged to Statistics China before) named Topway one of the top 10 LCD manufactures in China.

The Company engages in the R&D, manufacturing, and sale of LCD panels. It offers LCD panels for notebook computers, desktop computer monitors, LCD TV sets, vehicle-mounted IPC, consumer electronics products, mobile devices, tablet PCs, desktop PCs, and industrial displays.

The Interlogix Simon XT is a basic all-in-one wireless control panel that serves as the central hub for a home or business alarm system. It includes its own push-button keypad that allows for quick programming and easy operation for home and business owners. With the proper upgrades and add-ons, it can perform most of the features found in a more advanced touchscreen system. Overall, the Simon XT is a solid, no-frills security panel for users who are looking for a basic plug and play setup, with the potential to upgrade to a more advanced system later on. The Simon XT is also sold in two touchscreen models: Simon XTi and Simon XTi-5.

As a panel, the Simon XT will support up to 40 total zones. Two of these zones have the option of being used as wireless zones or hardwired zones for normally closed hardwired security devices. The rest must be used as wireless zones. This is plenty of zones for most households and small businesses. Like most Interlogix alarm panels, the Simon XT interfaces with sensors that communicate at a wireless frequency of 319.5 MHz. This makes the system compatible with all GE/Interlogix and Qolsys wireless sensors that operate on this legacy frequency. The Qolsys encrypted S-line sensors are not compatible.

Out of the box, the Simon XT can only communicate using a POTS (plain old telephone service) connection. The system requires an additional module to utilize cellular communication which is highly recommended. You can choose between the Verizon, AT&T and Telus (Canada Only) cellular networks. By using a cellular radio, the Simon XT can interface with the Alarm.com platform. This service allows users to remotely arm and disarm their system, check the status of their sensors and control Z-Wave devices. Alarm.com also allows users to control the Simon XT using certain smart assistants, including Google Home and Amazon Alexa. Alarm.com is constantly expanding their lineup of cloud integrations with brands like Nest thermostat, Liftmaster MyQ and Lutron Caseta. This makes the Interlogix Simon XT an affordable basic option for users who are looking to integrate their alarm system with the robust Alarm.com interactive service.

The Simon XT can also interface with up to 232 different Z-Wave home automation devices. This will require one of the Alarm.com radios since the automation controller is integrated into the same module. The Z-Wave nodes are limited to controllable devices such as lights, locks or thermostats. The system will not support Z-Wave versions of burglary, life safety or environmental sensors. These devices are considered separate from the 40 main zones on the system. With all that said, adding an Alarm.com cellular communicator to your Simon XT adds a ton of value and really cannot be matched with phone line monitoring service. Cut the cord and get a cellular radio if you are on the fence.

Another helpful feature of the Simon XT is its spoken-voice capabilities. This function enables the Simon XT System to verbally announce the name of any programmed sensor that has been activated. With this feature, users will have an easy time identifying a faulted or troubled sensor. The panel also offers options for chimes and confirmation beeps. Many users program chimes so that they receive an audible alert whenever a door or window has been opened. Meanwhile, the push-confirmation beeps are helpful for many users in making sure that their panel commands are going through properly. A user can enable or disable these system sounds at any time.

The Simon XT will support up to eight programmable access codes. For situations where a greater number of users will need to access the system, we recommend choosing a more robust panel like the IQ2 or GC3. Additionally, new users should be aware that the Simon XT can have a slightly more difficult learning curve than a system with a touchscreen display. But for those who are seeking a very basic wireless system with the potential of doing more, the Interlogix Simon XT is a very capable choice.

Please Note: The former GE Simon XT was simply rebranded as the Interlogix Simon XT. Also, if you end up installing an Alarm.com cellular communicator, it will occupy zone 40 on the Simon XT. A replacement power transformer for this system can be purchased here.

Numeric keypad Press the keys (0 through 9, *, #) to enter access codes or other numerical data. * (light bulb) Press to turn lights on. (Contact GE Security for required equipment information.) # (dark light bulb) Press to turn lights off. (Contact GE Security for required equipment information.) Speaker Provides voice output and sounds key beeps. These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met during installation, operation, and maintenance. The information is supplied for informational purposes only, and GE makes no warranty as to the accuracy of the information included herein.  · ADT Wireless Alphanumeric Keypad User Manual Coming Soon. There have been several revisions of the touchscreen but the keypad to the left is the latest one, compatible products are available here. ADT QuickConnect Honeywell Lynx Plus. Ge Simon 3 User Manual ADT Premise Pro.

The GE Interlogix Wireless Touchscreen Keypad is designed to wirelessly control the basic functions of your Simon-XT or Simon XTi control panel. This keypad also features a brilliant color LCD touchscreen as well as an easy-to-operate user interface, ensuring that everything on the screen is easy to read as well as understandable. GE Security Simon XT Talking Touch Screen Quick Operation Guide Description The Simon XT Talking Touch Screen is a color inch LCD screen with a graphical user interface designed to control the basic functions of your Simon XT (v or later) control panel. You can use the touch screen to obtain the status of your home. ADT Pulse GE 7″ Touchscreen Keypad IS-TSB. This is the black (GE IS-TSB) ADT Pulse Touchscreen Keypad made by GE. It is a WiFi color touchscreen that can control the alarm system and any of the ADT Pulse devices. You can also see the ADT Pulse Cameras on it. The best part of having this keypad is that you can control the ADT Pulse system and all of its components.

Beyond the DeepCool LS520’s cooling prowess, you get adjustable RGB lighting on those fans, and the water pump features an infinity mirror to make its lights really shine. Motherboard connectivity even allows you to link and sync it with your existing RGB setup. And if you’re worried about the cooler working with your CPU, it complements a variety of builds thanks to its extensive socket compatibility, including LGA1700, AM5, and sTR4.

The NZXT Kraken X53 is the successor to our longtime favorite NZXT Kraken X52 that features some major improvements to look better and cool more efficiently. (We"ve seen this cooler easily keep an Intel Core i7-9700K running at full tilt, well under 50-degrees Celsius.) It’s available in 120mm, 240mm, and 360mm.

However, the real star of the show is the beautifully designed water block, which features a full-color 2.1-inch LCD screen that displays system vitals or personalized animations. Its fans also offer flashy adjustable RGB LED rings that’ll shine through your PC case. And you’ll be good to use the EVGA CLCx with almost any build thanks to its socket compatibility, including LGA 1700, LGA1200, AM5, and AM4.

If you need the biggest, most powerful liquid cooling unit, look no further. The Corsair iCUE H150i Elite LCD has a large, 360mm radiator to handle the hottest CPUs and the highest overclock speeds. The Corsair ML RGB Elite fans can adjust to higher or lower levels, according to the moment’s cooling needs.

As far as lighting, the fans’ RGB lighting can also be adjusted with Corsair’s iCUE software, but the unit really raises the bar with the pump’s 2.1-inch IPS LCD display. It has 8-bit color depth for millions of color options. The display can show visual effects, and even GIFs or memes, all at 30fps (and, of course, it can display handy system performance data, like your CPU temperature).

The radiator has wide water channels to increase surface area (and, by extension, cooling potential) and the fans offer up 47.2 CFM of airflow and 1.6mmH2O of static pressure, meaning this beast has cooling power (and cool looks) in spades.

Several cooler manufacturers have displays, but NZXT’s Kraken Z63 truly stands above the rest. The display contains important information like the CPU and GPU temperatures, but you can also have it display animated GIFs and other things, letting you truly personalize your setup.

Cubase can be used to edit and sequence audio signals coming from an external sound source and MIDI, and can host VST instruments and effects. It has a number of features designed to aid in composition, such as:

After a brief period with audio integration, the next version, Cubase VST, featured fully integrated audio recording and mixing along with effects. It added Virtual Studio Technology (VST) support, a standard for audio plug-ins, which led to a plethora of third-party effects, both freeware and commercial. Cubase VST was only for Macintosh and Windows; Atari support had been effectively dropped by this time, despite such hardware still being a mainstay in many studios. Cubase VST was offering a tremendous amount of power to the home user, but computer hardware took some time to catch up. By the time it did, VST"s audio editing ability was found to be lacking, when compared with competitors such as Pro Tools DAE and Digital Performer MAS.

There are also lighter economic alternatives by Steinberg, originally named Cubasis, later becoming Cubase SE and then Cubase Essential at version 4. For its sixth generation, the program was renamed Cubase Elements 6. The name change was done presumably, because its rival Cakewalk had taken the Essential branding for its own entry-level DAW software, Sonar X1 Essential.

In 2013, Steinberg introduced Cubasis for iPad, a Cubase for iOS. This version was a full rewrite and supports MIDI and audio tracks, audiobus and virtual MIDI to work with external music apps from the first versions.[1] In 2017, Steinberg received the MIPA (Musikmesse International Press Award) for Cubasis 2 in the Mobile Music App category at the Musikmesse in Frankfurt.[2] In late 2019, Cubasis 3 followed as a new app and included group tracks, a "Master Strip" effects suite, a revamped MediaBay, more effects and many more features in addition to iPhone support. In mid-2020, Cubasis 3 was released for Android tablets and smartphones.[3]

This release provides extended hardware support not featured in other versions of cubase. Hardware options included the Digidesign Session 8 & AudioMedia III PCI, Yamaha CBXD3 & CBXD5, Akai DR8 & DR16, & the Creamware Master port. Recording multiple tracks at once was possible. One of the last versions of Cubase that is still compatible with Windows 3.11.

At the time of this release, the Cubase lineup consisted of the following programs (in hierarchical order) Cubasis(midi), Cubasis Audio, Cubase (standard, included audio), Cubase Score (Audio+Notation), Cubase Audio XT (Flagship product). This version was upgradeable to Cubase Audio XT. One of the last versions of Cubase still compatible with Windows 3.11.

Macintosh only. Downloadable as a free upgrade to owners of VST24 4.0. Introduced VST 2.0 (and thus, first to provide VST instrument ability on the mac), ASIO 2.0, DSP Factory support, TDM support and more. Also, the Cubase VST/24 Mixer/EQ section included an extension with five new real-time processing modules — Compressor, Limiter, Auto Gate, Auto Limit and Soft Clip. Several VST elements could also now be controlled remotely by external devices such as the Yamaha 01-V.

Large update to the Windows product bringing it in sync with the Macintosh product which had included more features such as: 15,360 ppqn internal resolution, Folder Tracks, Marker Tracks, Long Track Names, Transport Bar display options, User-definable Toolbar and key commands, Extended Inspector, Improved drag and drop, Enhanced Toolbox (including Range Selection tool), New Controller Editor, Grooves and Logical presets, Window Sets, Dedicated MIDI Track Mixer. The last version still compatible with Windows 95. Applying the update to 5.1 is said to require Windows 98.

Cubase SX1.0 was released as the next generation after Cubase VST. It used the engine of a contemporary sister program as a base, Nuendo V1.0, and was a total rewrite over the prior versions of Cubase. Although bringing vast improvements in stability and feature quality, some features from Cubase VST initially didn"t make it into the new version.

Cubase SX2.0 also saw the introduction of Full PDC (plug-in delay compensation). Many plug-ins, particularly those which run on DSP Cards such as UAD-1 or Powercore, cannot process their audio within a 1-sample time period and thus introduce extra latency into the system. Unchecked, this will cause some audio channels to end up out of sync with others. PDC checks all the various latencies introduced by such plug-ins and creates audio delay buffers to ensure that audio from all channels is correctly synchronized.