How to Set Up Your Third Reality Smart Button Gen 2

Beginner 5-10 minutes

What You'll Need

Third Reality Smart Button Gen 2
Zigbee hub (SmartThings, Amazon Echo, Hubitat, Home Assistant)
Hub's companion app
CR2450 battery (included)

Step-by-Step Setup

Insert battery: Open the button and install CR2450
Enable pairing on hub: Start Zigbee device discovery
Enter pairing mode: Press and hold button for 5 seconds until LED blinks
Discover device: Wait for hub to find the button
Configure: Name the button in your hub's app
Create automations: Set up actions for press types
Place button: Mount with adhesive or place on surface

Key Features

Improved design: Gen 2 has better button feel and response
3 press types: Single, double, and long press
Zigbee 3.0: Compatible with all Zigbee 3.0 hubs
Long battery: 2+ year battery life
Adhesive mount: Sticks to any surface
Matter-ready future: May receive updates for Matter

Troubleshooting

Pairing stuck: Reset by removing battery while holding button
Double press not detected: Press quickly - timing is sensitive
SmartThings issues: May need edge driver for full functionality
Home Assistant: Use ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT integration
Factory reset: Hold button while inserting battery for 10 seconds