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If you purchased a Motion Sensor from SimpliSafe or an authorized retailer prior to April 2023, it is likely that you have the first generation of the Motion Sensor. You can also tell which version of the Motion Sensor you have by comparing the size of the dome on it. The Motion Sensor Gen 1 has a d
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Test Mode is a great way to test the connection between your Base Station and other sensors. We recommend periodically placing your system into Test Mode to ensure that your sensors are still communicating with the Base Station without any errors. Placing Your System Into Test ModeDisarm your system
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Motion Sensor Gen 1
OverviewMotion Sensors are always on the lookout for uninvited guests. They can detect motion within 30 feet, with a 90-degree field of view. They’re also designed to distinguish between people and pets. If you have a pet in your home, check out the Pet Owners video on this page for additional inst
SimpliSafe’s Motion Sensors have been designed to avoid false alarms. However, if you’ve experienced one, there are a few potential issues that may cause them.
The warning ‘Sensor Not Responding’ for a Motion Sensor Gen 1 can be caused by a couple of things, including a low battery or a weak connection between the device and the Base Station.As a first step, we’d recommend ensuring that the battery is correctly installed. To do this:Slide the sensor off it
Errors / Warnings
If you are seeing the error “Sensor Not Responding” for multiple sensors throughout your home, this may indicate an underlying issue with the placement of the Base Station that needs to be addressed.We recommend that you place your Base Station in a centrally-located area within your home or busines
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What are Secret Alerts?Secret Alerts* are private notifications sent to you by specific sensors you designate to be on a special “alert-only” setting. Sensors on this setting won’t trigger a system alarm or chime to the Base Station, but send a discreet notification directly to you instead. All of y
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