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How do I reset my SimpliSafe base station?
Here’s how to reset your Base Station:
- Remove the power adapter.
- Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the screw holding the battery cover in place, and then remove the battery cover.
- Remove one of the batteries from the Base Station and wait for about 10-15 seconds.
How do I stop SimpliSafe from blinking?
Why my Simplisafe Base Station is Blinking Blue?
- Disconnect your Simplisafe Base Station from the power socket, if connected.
- Now, remove the batteries from the Base Station device.
- To do it, turn the Base Station upside down.
- Open the battery door using a screwdriver.
- Take the batteries out of its slot.
What do SimpliSafe base colors mean?
Blue. System is Armed, Home or Away. Amber. Update Downloading/Installing to Keypad. Amber “Search Light”
Why is my SimpliSafe base station not working?
Generally, resetting the Base Station in order to establish a fresh cellular connection will correct the issue. Remove one of the batteries from the Base Station—this ensures there is no power going to the Base Station, which is important—and wait for about 10-15 seconds. Reinsert the battery.
How do I reconnect my SimpliSafe base?
To connect your SimpliSafe to WiFi:
- Step 1: Press the “menu” button on your Keypad and enter your 4 digit Master PIN when prompted.
- Step 2: Navigate to System Settings and select it by pressing the right rocker.
- Step 3: Navigate to WiFi and select it.
Can I sell my old SimpliSafe system?
Your devices can be used by a new owner without compromising your information or security. They will not be using your account, but instead will be able to start fresh with their own. To transfer ownership of your SimpliSafe devices, you must first cancel any active monitoring services you are subscribed to.
Can SimpliSafe be hacked?
SimpliSafe: Unlike ADT, hacks aren’t uncommon for the newer security company SimpliSafe. Rather, in 2019 a Youtube account named LockPickingLawyer discovered that they could hack the SimpliSafe security system with a $2 dongle from Amazon when physically near the system.
Is the SimpliSafe camera always recording?
Record and Save video for peace of mind With an Interactive monitoring plan subscription, the camera will automatically record during a number of events, ensuring you know what caused them. When triggered by an alarm, the camera will record video for five minutes—longer if motion is detected during the alarm.
What does yellow mean on SimpliSafe?
Blinking Yellow. The camera is connected to the internet, but is not connected to SimpliSafe’s servers (this may be visible for a short time after rebooting your camera).
How do you know if SimpliSafe is armed?
The key feature to this mode is what sensors are armed. Home Mode arms all your sensors with the exception of Motion Sensors. Yup, that’s right! Your Entry Sensors, Panic Buttons, Glassbreak Sensors, and environmental sensors, like Smoke Detectors and Water Sensors, are all armed.
Why is my SimpliSafe base station blinking red?
Original Base Station. Potential Cause. Blinking Red. The device’s cellular module is attempting to connect to SimpliSafe servers but is encountering an error. Solid Red. A solid red light usually indicates that your Base Station’s cellular module is not connected correctly. All-New Base Station. Potential Cause.
Why is my SimpliSafe flashing a blue light?
The SimpliSafe Base Station will flash a blue indicator light to alert you of potential issues. The blue light is meant to inform you that a message containing more details on the problem is being sent to the SimpliSafe Keypad.
How to get rid of the red light on my SimpliSafe?
Luckily, it’s a pretty straightforward process once you’ve figured out the root cause of the error: 1 Press the “Menu Button” 2 Enter your PIN 3 Scroll through the menu and select “Exit.” 4 That’s it! Your system should no longer display the red light
What should I do about my SimpliSafe base station?
Replace the battery, and re-plug your device back in. After a full power cycle, the device should be reset. The SimpliSafe Base Station uses light indicators to let you know it’s trying to get your attention and communicate a message.