Entry Sensors and Windows?
How is everyone mounting their entry sensors on their windows? If I mount them as would be done shown in diagrams then it only protects when the bottom portion of the window is slid up. The top portion...
View ArticleExtra Sirens
I ordered several extra sirens, the CO2 and smoke sensor and the instructions say to remove the battery activation strips for each. However, none of these had the tab hanging out like the other sensors.
View ArticleExtra siren on the outside?
The directions state that the extra siren can be mounted outside under and awning, etc. I don't have anything on the outside to protect the siren. Does anyone have any recommendations? I think alerting...
View ArticleDoor/Window sensor malfunction?
Hey there -I've had my system installed for about 3 months now - been working like a charm - no problems with anything at all.. But last night, the first odd thing happened:read more
View Articledouble hung window sensor placement - viable solution?
I am trying to install the sensor per all the examples, however, the magnet is too thick to be installed between the windows. The only option I have is to place the large sensor inside, on the glass,...
View ArticleMore than 5 pins
Hi. Is there a way to assign more than 5 PINs? Currently looks like there is a maximum of 5. Can I add more somehow? In addition to having PINs for our family members, I would like to assign PINs for...
View ArticleKeychain remote - OS X Mavericks compatible?
Is the Keychain remote compatible with OS X Mavericks? I was using the Easy Setup Wizard and while it was saving my settings, I think the Keychain got corrupted. I am unable to mount the Keychain on OS...
View ArticleMonitoring in Seattle, WA
Hi folks, I couldn't search the forum directly, but searched the site and didn't come up with much except that Seattle apparently does not require its residents to get permits for alarms (requires the...
View ArticleEntry delay beeps
My son entered our house today with the system armed in "away" mode. The keypad did not start the entry delay beeping, but was asking for his PIN. He and I ran another "simulation" with the same...
View ArticleLocation Suggestions For Siren
I purchased the extra 105db siren. I have a small 1800 sq ft house with 2 floors. What are some suggestions for where to place this loud siren? I probably would not want it in or near a bedroom if it...
View ArticleArming/Disarming via SMS Text
Is there a way to arm and disarm the system using SMS text messages (instead of the SS app) and if so, how? Thanks.
View ArticleCan the alarm in the base station be disabled?
I am looking to use the system for remote monitoring water leakage in a building. I don't need or want any audio alarms going off - simply want to have the system detect leakage and inform the...
View ArticleCan you set home mode from keypad when leaving home? I'll explain...
My system is on order so I haven't tried it...1st Point: My job is day shift, my wife's job rotates day/night shift. To get straight to the point with a scenario, she comes home from night shift an...
View ArticleConfiguring SimpliSafe with Linux
I just received my SimpliSafe system. I plugged the keychain USB drive into my computer and nothing happened. The device was seen on the USB bus but it was not mountable. Gnome was not able to...
View ArticleMotion detector with timer lights
I have a question about how the simplisafe motion detectors respond to lights, because one of the precautions at home are several lights connected to timers that will automatically come on at certain...
View ArticleMonitoring Center Communication
If a panic button is pressed, does the monitoring center communicate to you through the base station? Asking if I need police or fire department response?
View ArticleMore than one keypad?
Can more than one keypad be used? I noticed that none of the packages include more than one unit.
View Articlefresh air - any way to leave a window open a few inches?
I am just installing my system and wondering if - whenever winter is over - I can leave a few windows open a few inches for ventilation and have them triggered if someone tries to open them further?
View ArticleNo Link to Dispatcher
Got the system in the mail on Friday. Wife and I installed it that evening. For whatever reason the base will not link to the dispatcher. Need help!ThanksJP
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