UTC Fire & Security Simon 5" TouchScreen Security Touchscreen Keypad Quick Operation Guide

Quick operation guide for the UTC Fire & Security Simon 5" TouchScreen, a 5-inch color LCD interface for arming, disarming, and home status.


UTC Fire & Security Simon 5" TouchScreen Security Touchscreen Keypad Quick Operation Guide - cover page
Brand
UTC Fire & Security
Category
Anti-Theft Devices
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
4
File format
PDF
File size
333 KB
Published
10 November, 2026
Updated
10 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
18BA89076D15D647F1BAF03C3FED1D4C

About this manual

The document is a quick operation guide from UTC Fire & Security for the Simon 5" TouchScreen, described as a color 5 inch LCD screen with a graphical user interface designed to control the basic functions of a Simon XT (v1.3 or later) control panel. It explains how to arm and disarm the system, activate a panic alarm, read alarm messages, and use the home status icons. It also lists compatibility with Simon XTi, Simon XTI-5 (all versions), and Simon XT (v1.4 or greater).

The guide covers the Home screen, current time, installer-programmable Emergency button, alarm messages, home status icons for doors, windows, motion, and property, arming icons and arming screen choices, optional silent arming and no delay, arming errors, and the Settings screen. Touch screen status icons show battery, AC power, and connected RF signal health, while setting options adjust touch screen features.

What's inside

  • Description
  • Home screen
  • Emergency button
  • Alarms
  • Home status icons
  • Arming screen
  • Optional arming choices
  • Arming errors
  • Settings screen
  • Touch screen status icons

Specifications

DisplayColor 5-inch LCD screen
Compatible control panelsSimon XTi, Simon XTI-5 (all versions), Simon XT (v1.4 or greater)
Emergency button optionsOne (Panic), two (Panic, Police), or three (Panic, Police, Fire) depending on system
Alarm cancellation window30 seconds (typical time limit)

Frequently asked questions

What does the Simon 5" TouchScreen do?

It is a color 5 inch LCD screen with a graphical user interface designed to control basic functions of a Simon XT control panel.

What control panels are compatible with the Simon 5" TouchScreen?

The guide says it works with Simon XTi, Simon XTI-5 (all versions), and Simon XT (v1.4 or greater).

How do I arm the system from the touchscreen?

Touch the PRESS TO ARM icon on the Home screen, then choose Arm All (Away), Arm Doors+Windows Only (Stay), or Motion Sensors Only (Away).

How do I cancel an emergency alarm triggered by mistake?

Touch the red Alarm button and enter your code within 30 seconds, which is the typical time limit; contact your dealer for your system configuration.

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