GE Simon 60-875 - Improving Sensor;Panel Communication; Antenna; If a Sensor Fails the Sensor Test; Phone Communication

Simon Security System 61
Improving Sensor/Panel Communication
Antenna
The panel antenna can be put into the wall to increase the panel RF range.
If a Sensor Fails the Sensor Test
If sirens do not beep when a sensor is tripped, use an RF Sniffer (60-401) test tool to
verify that the sensor is transmitting. Constant beeps from the RF Sniffer indicate a
runaway (faulty) sensor. Replace the sensor.
If possible, locate sensors within 100 feet (30 meters) of the panel. While a sensor may
have a range of 500 feet (152 meters) or more out in the open, the environment at the
installation site can have a significant effect on transmitter range. A change in sensor
location may help overcome adverse wireless conditions and can be accomplished by
the following:
• reposition the sensor
• relocate the sensor
• if necessary, replace the sensor
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To reposition a sensor
1. Rotate the sensor and test for improved sensor communication at 90 and 180
degrees from the original position.
2. If poor communication persists, relocate the sensor.
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To relocate a sensor
1. Test the sensor a few inches from the original position.
2. Increase the distance from the original position and retest until an acceptable loca-
tion is found.
3. Mount the sensor in the new location.
4. If no location is acceptable, replace the sensor.
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To replace a sensor
1. Test a known good sensor at the same location.
2. If the transmission beeps remain below the minimum level, avoid mounting a sen-
sor at that location.
3. If the known-good sensor functions, contact GE Security for repair or replacement
of the problem sensor.
Phone Communication
Perform a phone test to check the phone communication between the panel and the
central station.
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* To perform a phone test or Downloader (DL) phone test
1. Open the panel cover.
2. Enter the appropriate access code.
3. Press Test twice to perform a phone test
OR
Press Test three times to perform a DL phone test.
4. Press DONE. The panel confirms that a phone test or downloader phone test has
begun. When the phone test is complete, the panel will announce Phone Test is
Do not do this for installations that require antenna tamper for external
Tighten the screws to the Battery Compartment securely. Failu
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antennas.
Caution
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