The host explains that simplisafe s sensors communicate with the base on the 433 92mhz frequency which is very popular among other consumer electronics like garage door openers baby monitors.
Simplisafe entry sensor on garage door.
It s best to keep the two pieces as close together as possible.
Magnet can be placed up to 2 inches from the sensor so sensors fit on all types of doors and windows.
We recommend using an extra adhesive or two.
If you purchased a system in 2017 or earlier you have the original simplisafe.
Magnet can be placed up to 2 inches from the sensor so sensors fit on all types of doors and windows.
When the door swings open it will trigger the sensor.
Click here to view the article about the original simplisafe.
Sensors in the all new simplisafe system will issue errors when they fail to check in with the base station.
Simplisafe sensors come with the battery pre installed and adhesive tape pre applied making installation a snap.
Simplisafe sensors come with the battery pre installed and adhesive tape pre applied making installation.
The magnet goes on the door or window and the sensor goes on the frame or vice versa.
Installing a door sensor on a garage door is a bit non trivial job unlike installing door sensor on a door and involves looking for a correct place w.
When more than 2 inches away the sensor signals that it is open.
The magnet goes on the door or window and the sensor goes on the frame or vice versa.
If you re not certain which system you have you can tell the difference here.
Easy to install on every type of door or window.
In the diagram below the entry sensor has been installed on the doorframe and the magnet on the door.