GE Simon XT Wireless Home Security System Review

GE, Wireless Security System Reviews

GE Simon XT Wireless Home Security System has full features of home security platforms which are suited for houses, condominiums and apartments.

It only takes minutes to install yet it provides years of dependable protection.

Installation doesn’t involve running wires to detectors and sensors because it employs advanced wireless technology, thus eliminating the mess and expense of wired installation.

This security system is capable of having up to 40 wireless zones on a single Simon XT platform.

This home security system has innovative control panel that gives you ease of use. Status updates, arming or disarming and emergency responses are only a button away.

Simon XT allows you to create an alarm system and to upgrade according to your needs with its robust programming.

Simon XT features a large built-in backlit LCD display, touchpad and status speaker for visual and voice messages for feedback.

Features

Simon XT has large built-in LCD screen display
Monitors premises and detects intrusion
Super loud siren that deters burglars and intruders
Real-time monitoring program that allows you to view on-time activities online
Simple settings for timers, passcode options and latch key which are menu-driven
Easy-to-understand and upfront buttons for arming and disarming
Fast-action emergency keys
Microphone for emergency 2-way communication with the monitoring station personnel
Speaker for voice audio status message and prompts
Supports live communication with station personnel
With configurable voice chimes
One-touch silence and sensor bypass buttons
Single button click on key for simple operation
It keeps you within reach at all times with its call-for-assistance feature
100-event buffer with date and time stamp
Keeps the system operating even during power failures with its back-up power supply
Remote control system through telephone
24-hour panic button
X10 home automation control

What’s in the Box
Simon XT Security Control System , 2 Wireless Crystal Door/Window Contacts Or Upgrade to 2 units 60-688-95 Micro Contacts, 1 SAW Pet-Immune Motion Sensor , 1 unit 4-Button Keychain Remote , 1 Simon XT Installation DVD , Power Supply, Rechargeable 24-hour backup battery, Telephone jack and flat cord , 4 security window stickers.

Below are the pros and cons of the GE Simon XT as experienced by its users.

Users’ Positive Comments

The documentation around the GE site is good.
The installation is easy.
The system works like a charm and there’s no problems using the system.

Users’ Negative Comments

There is no supported line carrier transformer for the XT which prevents the use of XT devices.
GE does not offer a supervised wireless siren.
The unit only does little to secure the house.
The system need is a kind of light to let you know when the system is armed or disarmed to avoid unwanted alarm.
The system itself is good but it’s designed for installation by a professional. The instruction manual is friendly for ordinary homeowner and is clearly written for an experienced professional alarm installer.
Individual wiring is needed for some of the connections rather than plug-and-play.
It is easy to install but set up was quite tricky. The manual leaves some important steps out and does not cover everything.

Customers’ Ratings
5 Stars 25%, 4 Stars 0%, 3 Stars 0%, 2 Stars 25%, 1 Star 50%

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