How to Connect Monoprice Motion Sensor to SmartThings
Home security has become a great concern nowadays. You can’t guarantee that someone or something will never intrude or roam in your house or property. You can ensure a peaceful life only when you can ensure better security at your home.
A motion sensor can be considered a great home protection gadget as it covers a motion zone and alerts the homeowner whenever anyone or anything comes or moves in that zone. But to use a motion sensor, first, you need to activate the motion sensor and then install it at a place where you can cover an important area of your property such main entrance.
In this case, we’ll share the method regarding the connection between the Monoprice motion sensor and the Samsung SmartThings hub. So, if you also need to connect your Monoprice motion sensor to the SmartThings, read the article till the end.
How Do You Connect Your Monoprice Motion Sensor to SmartThings Hub?
Every motion sensor requires a connection to the base station or hub. The base station connects and combines the smart protection gadgets and the hub lets you control them from your PC or smartphone. Here, we’re talking about connecting a motion sensor to the SmartThings hub. So, without any more delay, let’s get into the procedures –
Make Direct Use of SmartThings
This is the quickest method to connect the motion sensor to the hub. All you need to do is –
Step 1: Launch the SmartThings app.
Step 2: Next, ensure that the distance between the sensor and the hub never exceeds 4.5 meters or 15 feet while trying to connect.
Step 3: Now, get into the dashboard and tap the + icon in order to add a new device.
Step 4: Here, you can find many options but you need to select the Device option.
Step 5: After that, scroll down to the Devices/sensors section, and select Motion Sensor under it.
Step 6: Then look for the Monoprice brand and choose it.
Step 7: Now, select your Monoprice motion sensor. For more than one sensor, locate the one you want to select by the sensor’s model number (you can get it at the device’s rear side).
Step 8: Tap on Start.
Step 9: Then select SmartThings Hub from the Hub dropdown and tap Next.
Step 10: Next, scan the QR code on the sensor.
Step 11: After that, pull off the tab labeled Remove when connecting (if there’s any) or press the pair button accordingly (if there’s any).
This way the sensor will get connected to the SmartThings hub while showing solid LED light on the sensor.
Make Use of the Custom Device Handler
In this case, you’ll need the custom device handler code for the Monoprice motion sensor and use it. To do that –
Step 1: Search online for the Monoiprice motion sensor’s device handler code and copy it.
Step 2: Now, log in to your SmartThings account.
Step 3: Then go to My Device Handlers.
Step 4: After that, click on Create New Device Handler.
Step 5: Get into From Code, paste the code in that field, and click on Create.
Step 6: Next, click on Publish and select For Me.
Step 7: Then change the device type by getting into My Devices and selecting your Monoprice sensor from the list.
Step 8: Click on Edit.
Step 9: From the Type dropdown, choose your Monoprice motion sensor and click on Update.
Step 10: Now, from the SmartThings app, scan the QR code of the sensor.
Step 11: Finally, pull the tab labeled Remove when connecting off (if there’s any) or press the pair button for relevant times (if there’s any).
The sensor’s LED light will show solid light representing that both the sensor and hub are connected.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the SmartThings hub discontinued?
Yes, it is. The Samsung SmartThings feature used to be a great option for those who use lots of smart home devices compatible with SmartThings. But unfortunately, all SmartThings-supported devices including security detectors, alarms, hubs, etc have been discontinued since June 1, 2021.
What is the range of the Monoprice motion sensor?
The range can vary from model to model. If you consider the Z-Wave Plus Series 700 standard, it offers a wireless range of a maximum of 2624 feet or 800 meters. It’s 200 meters more compared to the Series 500 standard.
How long do the latest Monoprice motion sensors last?
The Monoprice Z-Wave Plus Series 700 are considered one of the latest and finest Monoprice motion sensors. They are designed to last longer than the previous series. It has been found that they can last for a maximum of 10 years of battery life.
Conclusion
That’s all about connecting a Monoprice motion sensor to a SmartThings hub. If you follow the aforementioned steps as instructed, you can potentially make the connection without any hassle. Both methods are effective, choose one according to your preference, and let us know which one does the job for you.
