How to Set Up Your Third Reality Zigbee Door/Window Sensor

What You'll Need

• Third Reality Zigbee Door/Window Sensor
• Zigbee hub (SmartThings, Amazon Echo, Hubitat, Home Assistant)
• Hub's companion app
• Battery (check model for type)

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Insert battery: Install battery in sensor
2. Put hub in pairing mode: Enable Zigbee discovery
3. Enter pairing mode: Press button on sensor until LED blinks
4. Wait for discovery: Hub will add the sensor
5. Name sensor: Give it a descriptive name
6. Mount: Attach sensor to frame, magnet to door
7. Test: Open and close to verify operation

Key Features

• Open/close detection: Simple contact sensor
• Zigbee 3.0: Universal Zigbee compatibility
• Works with major hubs: SmartThings, Echo, Hubitat, HA
• Long battery life: 2+ years typical
• Compact: Small, unobtrusive design
• Affordable: Budget-friendly option

Troubleshooting

• Not pairing: Move closer to hub. Press button firmly
• State stuck: Check magnet alignment and distance
• SmartThings: May work better with edge driver
• Battery drain: Frequent opens may drain faster
• Reset: Hold button while inserting battery