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Onvis sensors and plugs offer HomeKit-native smart home accessories. This guide covers issues.

Sensor Not Pairing

  1. Use Apple Home app for setup
  2. Scan HomeKit code on device
  3. Bluetooth sensors need Home Hub
  4. HomePod or Apple TV extends range
  5. Keep sensor close during pairing

Contact Sensor (CT3)

  1. Door/window open/close detection
  2. Magnetic sensor, check alignment
  3. Gap should be less than 15mm
  4. Battery CR2450
  5. Thread version for better range

Motion Sensor (SMS2)

  1. PIR motion detection
  2. Includes temperature/humidity
  3. Adjustable sensitivity
  4. Battery powered (CR123A)
  5. Place at 6-7 foot height

Smart Plug (Matter)

  1. Matter version works cross-platform
  2. Scan Matter QR code
  3. Energy monitoring included
  4. Works with Apple, Google, Alexa, HA
  5. Multi-admin supported

Device Showing "No Response"

  1. Check battery level
  2. Verify Home Hub is online
  3. Move device closer to hub
  4. Reset and re-pair device
  5. Check for firmware updates

Home Assistant

  1. HomeKit Controller integration
  2. Matter integration for Matter devices
  3. Enable pairing mode in Home app
  4. Creates appropriate sensor entities
  5. Automations work locally