How to Program a Door/Window Sensor to the Simon XTi

Follow the steps below to connect a door/window sensor to the Simon XTi panel.

1. Press the bottom right gear icon, then press the down arrow several times.

Brinks Home Security Simon XTi Home Security System


2. Press Enter by System Programming, then enter the default installer code 4321.

mceclip2 Home Security System Programming


3. Press Sensors, then press Learn Sensor.

Simon XTi Sensor Pairing Simon XTi Learn Sensor


4. Open sensor cover, then press Learn button to learn.

Open Sensor Cover Tamper to Learn Door Window Sensor Sensor_Tamper.jpg


5. Simon XTi beeps, press Edit by sensor group, enter 10 or 13, then press Save.

Sensor Configuration Group ID Group Number 10 for Instant Alarm


  • Entering 10 will set a delay on the sensor, useful for sensors on your front door or garage doors, allowing time for you to leave after arming.
  • Entering 13 results in an instant sensor that arms with no entry delay. This is best for windows or patio doors.

6. Press Edit by Sensor Name, then press Edit by the sensor you'd like to edit.

Simon XTi Programming Sensor Name Simon XTI edit sensor


7. Scroll through the name options to select your desired name, then press Save to exit.

Simon XTi Save Progress


8. Press Close several times to exit programming.

Simon XTi exit system menu and close