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What You'll Need

  • Aqara Contact Sensor T1
  • Aqara Hub (M1S, M2, M3, or compatible)
  • Smartphone with Aqara Home app
  • CR1632 battery (included)
  • Adhesive mounting tape (included)

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Ensure hub is ready: Your Aqara hub must be set up and online in the Aqara Home app.
  2. Remove battery tab: Pull the plastic tab from the sensor to activate the battery.
  3. Open Aqara Home app: Navigate to your hub and tap "Add accessory."
  4. Select Contact Sensor T1: Choose from the accessory list.
  5. Enter pairing mode: Press and hold the reset button on the sensor for 5 seconds until the LED blinks.
  6. Complete pairing: Wait for the sensor to appear in the app.
  7. Mount the sensor: Clean the surface and apply adhesive tape. Mount the larger piece on the frame, magnet on the moving part (door/window).
  8. Align properly: The magnet should align with the marked area on the sensor when closed.
  9. Test operation: Open and close the door/window to verify detection.

Key Features

  • Door/window open/close detection
  • Zigbee 3.0 connectivity
  • Compact design
  • Long battery life (up to 2 years)
  • Automation triggers
  • HomeKit, Alexa, Google compatible (via hub)
  • Activity history
  • Multiple mounting options

Troubleshooting

  • Not pairing: Ensure hub is online. Press reset button for full 5 seconds. Move sensor closer to hub during pairing.
  • Status not updating: Check alignment—magnet must be within 15mm of sensor when closed. Verify sensor is online in app.
  • Battery low warning: Replace CR1632 battery. Battery life depends on frequency of open/close events.
  • Adhesive not holding: Surface must be clean and dry. Use alternative mounting (screw holes available on some models).
  • Gap too large for magnet: Use the included spacer or reposition for closer alignment.