If your Motion Sensor Gen 2 reports a ‘Not Responding’ error through the SimpliSafe® Mobile App, there are 3 quick steps you can take to resolve this. The following article will walk you through the steps needed to solve the issue and clear the error from your app.

Step 1: Updating Your Base Station Firmware

It’s always a best practice to keep your system up to date with the latest firmware. To check for updates, open the SimpliSafe® Mobile App on your phone or tablet. On the Overview tab (or home page) you should see a prompt to install available updates. You may also find any updates in the app’s inbox, which is located in the upper right corner of the screen. The inbox is labeled with an envelope with a red dot on it.

Step 2: Remove the Motion Sensor Gen 2 From Your System

To remove your Motion Sensor Gen 2 from your system:

1. Open the SimpliSafe® Mobile App on your phone or tablet

2. Choose to My System from the bottom navigation menu

3. Select Device Settings

4. Tap on your Motion Sensor Gen 2

5. Scroll down and choose ‘X Remove Device’

Step 3: Add the Motion Sensor Gen 2 Back to Your System

Now, you’ll want to add the Motion Sensor Gen 2 back to your system. You can do this using our installation guide, or following the steps below.

1. Open the SimpliSafe® Mobile App on your phone or tablet

2. Navigate to the three-bar menu in the upper left corner of the app

3. Select Add Device or Camera

4. Choose Let’s Go

5. Select Motion Sensor from the list of available products

6. Follow the on-screen prompts to add back your sensor

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