SimpliSafe Entry Sensor - User Manual

Owner’s Manual
The Keychain Remote contains the SimpliSafe
Easy Setup Wizard – a software program that
provides animated instructions and lets you
customize your system most easily.
•Insert the Keychain Remote into a USB port on a
computer. No software will be installed.
•The Easy Setup Wizard will automatically appear.
Tip: If the welcome screen does not appear,
open “My Computer” on your desktop and look
for the “SimpliSafe” drive. On the drive, open the
“SimpliSafe” application.
•Follow the on-screen instructions.
If you don’t have access to a computer, just follow
the instructions in this Owner’s Manual.
Two options for getting started:
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Summary

Two Options for Getting Started

Using the Keychain Remote and Easy Setup Wizard

Utilize the Keychain Remote's Easy Setup Wizard for guided, customized system setup.

Manual Installation Guide

1. Install Your Security System: Base Station

Base Station Setup and Power Connection

Place Base Station centrally, plugged into an outlet not controlled by a light switch.

Base Station Functions and Light Modes

Install Your Keypads

Keypad Installation and Wireless Connection

Adhere Keypad to wall near entrance, 10-100 ft from Base Station.

Keypad PIN and System Modes Overview

Install Your Motion Sensors

Motion Sensor Placement and Pet Immunity

Mount 4-5 ft high; sensor ignores pets under 30 lbs if they stay within 5 ft.

Motion Sensor Operational Modes

Install Your Glassbreak Sensors

Glassbreak Sensor Placement and Functionality

Install near windows (up to 20 ft); sensors detect glass breaking sounds.

Install Your Entry Sensors

Entry Sensor Alignment and Mounting

Align magnet and sensor (<2" apart when closed); adhere to door/frame.

Install Your Panic Buttons

Panic Button Placement and Activation

Adhere to wall in accessible location (e.g., bedroom); press for 1-2 sec to trigger.

Install Your 105 Decibel Sirens

Siren Installation and Safety Precautions

Install within 100 ft of Base Station; use ear protection indoors.

Install Your Carbon Monoxide Detector

CO Detector Placement and Mounting

Install near bedrooms; avoid kitchen/garage. Mount bracket then twist detector.

Install Your Smoke Detectors

Smoke Detector Placement and Mounting

Install near sleeping areas, one per level; avoid kitchen/bathroom.

Install Your Freeze Sensors

Freeze Sensor Placement and Benefits

Place near thermostat or exposed plumbing; may offer insurance discounts.

Install Your Water Sensors

Water Sensor Placement and Benefits

Place on floor, ideally in appliance drip pans; may offer insurance discounts.

2. Personalize Settings

Activate Alarm Monitoring Service

Activate subscription online; practice mode lasts 3 days.

Change Your PIN

How 24;7 Alarm Monitoring Works

Alarm Trigger and Dispatch Process

Dispatch Center Actions and Verification

3. Use Your System

System Modes: Away, Home, and Off

Arming and Disarming the System

4. Test Your System

Entering System Test Mode

Select '5) Test' on Keypad menu to put system into test mode.

Testing Individual Sensors

Follow prompts for testing each sensor type (Motion, Glassbreak, etc.).

Adding and Removing System Components

Component Management via Easy Setup Wizard

Component Management via Keypad Menu

Troubleshooting Common System Issues

Entry Sensor Open Warning Resolution

Alarm Warning and Entry Caution

Low Keypad Battery Replacement

Keypad Out of Range Solutions

Sensor Error and Connectivity Issues

Power Outage and Dispatch Link Errors

Product Safety and Limited Warranty

Important Product Safety Information

Overview of the Limited Warranty

SimpliSafe Entry Sensor Specifications