How to Set Up Your Ecobee SmartSensor

Beginner 10-15 minutes

What You'll Need

  • Ecobee SmartSensor
  • Ecobee smart thermostat (required)
  • Ecobee app (iOS/Android)
  • Ecobee account

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Pull battery tab: Remove tab to activate sensor
  2. Open Ecobee app: Navigate to your thermostat
  3. Add sensor: Go to Settings → Sensors → Add Sensor
  4. Thermostat discovery: Ecobee will search for the sensor
  5. Complete pairing: Sensor will connect within a minute
  6. Name and place: Give it a room name
  7. Configure comfort settings: Choose which sensors participate in which schedules
  8. Mount: Use stand or wall mount

Key Features

  • Room temperature: Measures temperature in additional rooms
  • Occupancy detection: Knows when room is occupied
  • Smart Home/Away: Helps detect if anyone is home
  • Follow Me: Prioritizes occupied rooms for comfort
  • 5-year battery: Long-lasting CR2477 battery
  • Wireless: 900MHz radio, not Wi-Fi

Troubleshooting

  • Sensor offline: Move closer to thermostat. Check battery
  • Temperature different from thermostat: Normal - measures that room's temp
  • Occupancy not detecting: Sensor may need line-of-sight
  • Battery replacement: CR2477 battery, replace when low
  • Remove and re-add: If issues persist, delete and pair again