Simon Security System 77
Appendix C: 
Software 
Release Notes
Software Version 4.0
The following features were changed/added for software version 4.0.
Dialog Telephone Interface Module (DTIM)
The DTIM is a battery operated communication link between the security system con-
trol panel and the central monitoring station. The DTIM receives radio signals from 
the panel, then uses the phone line to report security system events to the central sta-
tion.
Ethernet Interface Module
The Ethernet Interface module is an ethernet module designed to provide an additional 
reporting method for Simon panels. The module reports events to the premisescon-
nect.com web site and up to two Osborne Hoffman (OH2000E) network receivers.
Premisesconnect.com is used by:
• Installers - to aid in installation and maintenance of security systems.
• Dealers - to simplify customer and account management.
• First Responders - to identify where and how to respond.
• Customers - to control their security system.
Option Changes
Option 12
Option 12 settings are now off and 00 - 10.
Option 13
Option 13 default changed from 0 to off.
Option 44
Option 44 default changed from 09 to off.
New Options
Option 87 2-Way RF Touchpad Voice
Determines the amount of broadcast speech that is sent to 2-Way RF touchpads (Dia-
log QS1500 Touchtalk Interactive Keypad).
If this option is on, the panel will send broadcast speech messages to the touchpads for 
arming, disarming, alarm cancel and dialer abort events.
If this option is off, the panel only sends broadcast speech messages to the touchpads 
for voice chime events.
Option 88 Custom Defaults
Custom default settings for custom installations
Option 89 Serial Port Protocol
Determines if the Ethernet Interface Module is enabled.
If this option is on, the Ethernet Interface module protocol on the serial port connector 
is enabled.
If this option is off, the downloader protocol on the serial port connector is enabled.
Option 90 Comm Channel 1 Reports
The setting for this option determines which reports are sent to central station receiver 
1 by the Ethernet Interface module.