ADT Security Services Simon 3 User Guide

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Step by Step Programming Instruc-
tions
Use the following instructions to access the programming 
buttons and programming decals.
1.Open the Control Panel Cover by pressing the plastic 
latch on the top of the Control Panel.
When you open the cover you will 
immediately be prompted by the Con-
trol Panel voice to use the red num-
bered keys to enter your ID. 
2.Enter Your Access Code.
The Master access code is 1-2-3-4 when 
the panel is shipped. You should 
change it to a code known only by you. 
3....

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System Tests & Trouble Messages
Automatic Control Panel Testing--
What the System Tests for You
Your security system is able to automatically test itself for:
• Power failures
• Low batteries
• Non-working sensors
• Communication troubles with the Central Monitoring Sta-
tion
Trouble Messages
Trouble Beeps
When your security system detects one of the problems 
above, interior sirens sound trouble beeps rapidly six times, 
and then again every minute, until the trouble condition is cor-
rected.
If you...

12
Manual Tests--What You Need to 
Test
As an added safeguard, there are system tests you should do 
yourself on a regular basis. The Control Panel cover in the 
lower left corner reminds you to 
TEST WEEKLY. 
Sensors
You can test sensors one at a time to make sure they are 
sending strong signals to the Control Panel (see next page).
Communication
You can also test the communication between your system 
and the Central Monitoring Station (see next page).
Testing Sensors 
You should test the security...

13
Your Emergency Evacuation Floor Plan
Planning for Emergencies
This section describes what you can do to plan ahead for an 
emergency:
• Emergency Planning 
• Your Floor Plan
Emergency Planning
Since an emergency is always unexpected, you should 
develop plans to help prepare for a variety of emergency situ-
ations. Periodically discuss and rehearse emergency plans to 
include the following:
• Understand how to use your security system
• Know the normal state of doors and windows; open, 
closed, or...

14
Alarm System Limitations
Not even the most advanced alarm system can guarantee protection against burglary, fire, or environmental problems.
All alarm systems are subject to possible compromise or failure-to-warn for a variety of reasons.
• If sirens are not placed within hearing range of persons sleeping or in remote parts of the premises, or if they are placed 
behind doors or other obstacles.
• If intruders gain access through unprotected points of entry or areas where sensors have been.
• If...

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Quick Reference Table                                                                                
FUNCTION                                                                                 PRESS   
          
        CONTROL PANEL           REMOTE HANDHELD TOUCHPAD KEYCHAIN TOUCHPAD
To arm the system
-- Doors & Windows
    ARM
    Doors &
    Windows     ARM
     Doors &
     Windows                  
To arm the system
-- Motion Sensors
     ARM
     Motion
     Sensors     ARM...