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How do I bypass the sensor?

Published in Sensor Bypass 3 mins read

To bypass a sensor, you can follow these steps using your Simon XTi system, as outlined in the reference:

Bypassing Sensors on your Simon XTi System

Here's a detailed guide on how to bypass sensors, allowing you to arm your system even when some doors or windows are open:

Methods for Bypassing Sensors

There are two main methods for bypassing sensors:

  1. Force Bypassing: This is the primary method used when you are intentionally leaving a sensor open and still want to arm your system.
  2. Direct Bypassing: While the reference does not explicitly detail what 'Direct Bypassing' is, it is implied to be a method for bypassing sensors, alongside 'Force Bypassing'.

Steps for Force Bypassing

Here are the specific steps for force bypassing, based on the reference:

  1. Open the Desired Doors/Windows: Begin by opening the doors or windows that have the sensors you want to bypass.
  2. Arming the System: Press the LOCK icon to begin arming the system.
  3. Protest Beep & Display: Press ARM ALL. The system will emit a protest beep, and the display will indicate that there are open sensors.
  4. Engage Bypass: Press the BYPASS button to acknowledge the open sensors and continue arming the system without them.
  5. System Arming: The Simon XTi system will now arm as usual, bypassing the open sensor(s).

Example Scenario

Let's say you want to open a window but still arm your system for the night:

  • You open the window.
  • You attempt to arm the system.
  • The system alerts you that a sensor is open (the window sensor).
  • You press BYPASS to bypass that sensor.
  • The system now arms, ignoring that open window sensor, while other sensors remain active.

Important Considerations

  • Purpose of Bypassing: Bypassing is useful when you knowingly want to keep a sensor open temporarily (e.g., you are airing out a room and want to arm the rest of the house).
  • Security Implications: Be aware that bypassing a sensor leaves that area unprotected. Only bypass sensors when you are fully aware of and comfortable with the security implications.
Step Action System Response
1 Open door/window N/A
2 Press LOCK icon Begins arming
3 Press ARM ALL Protest beep, display shows open sensors
4 Press BYPASS System acknowledges open sensors
5 System Arms System is armed, bypassing the previously open sensors

By using these steps, you can successfully bypass sensors on your Simon XTi system as needed.

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