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INTRODUCTION We recently received a notice from Third Reality that they've just unveiled their latest innovation - the Third Reality Zigbee Vibration Sensor! This cutting-edge device is compatible with SmartThings, Alexa, Hubitat, Home Assistant and the Third Reality Hub. It comes packed with amazing features that we can't wait to explore. Let's get started! SETUP Now, to get this little powerhouse up and running, we need to install the Custom Edge Driver from Third Reality. To do that, follow these simple steps: 1. Click on the following Third Reality Channel Invitation link 2. Log in to your SmartThings Account. 3. Click on "Enroll," then navigate to "Available Drivers". 4. Select "Zigbee Contact" and tap "Install" to add this custom driver. PAIRING With the Custom Edge Driver installed, it's time to pair the Third Reality Zigbee Vibration Sensor with your SmartThings hub. Open the SmartThings app on your smartphone, and then select "Scan for Nearby Devices." The app will guide you through the pairing process, and in no time, your sensor will be connected and ready to go. FEATURES Now, let's talk about the exciting features of this Zigbee Vibration Sensor. First off, it boasts a loud beeping sound that is triggered by vibrations, making it perfect for detecting any unwanted movements around your home. But here's the best part - you can disable the beeping sound if needed, thanks to a convenient circuit board switch. This way, you can use the sensor discreetly in certain situations without causing any unnecessary attention. Moreover, the Third Reality Vibration Sensor comes equipped with two toggle switches that allow you to set the vibration sensitivity levels. Depending on your preference and the specific area you want to monitor, you can adjust the sensitivity to one of the following levels: 1/1 = Low 1/0 = Medium 0/1 = High 0/0 = Very High This level of customization ensures that you get the most accurate and reliable detection results, tailored to your specific needs. SMARTTHINGS APP INTEGRATION For those of you wondering about the integration with the SmartThings app, here's a quick overview. Once you've paired the sensor, you'll find it beautifully displayed within the SmartThings app (for both Android and iOS). It's straightforward to manage and monitor the device from the app, giving you real-time data on vibrations and activities around your home. SENSOR APPLICATIONS The Third Reality Zigbee Vibration Sensor is a versatile device with numerous practical uses. Here are some great applications: Window Glass Security: Attach the sensor to windows and receive instant alerts on your smartphone whenever vibrations are detected, providing an added layer of security against potential break-ins. Gun Safe Security: Place the sensor on your gun safe to get notified of any unauthorized access attempts or tampering, ensuring the safety of your firearms. Money or Valuables Safe: Protect your valuables by placing the sensor on the safe, allowing you to know if anyone attempts to open or move it without your knowledge. Door Security: Use the sensor on doors to detect any forced entry attempts, enhancing the security of your home or office. Pet Monitoring: Attach the sensor to pet doors or areas to monitor your furry friends' movements and ensure their safety and well-being. Drawer or Cabinet Security: Place the sensor on drawers or cabinets containing sensitive items, receiving alerts if someone tries to access them without permission. Vehicle Security: Use the sensor in your car or motorcycle to detect any unauthorized access or tampering, providing an extra layer of protection against theft. Mailbox Monitoring: Attach the sensor to your mailbox to receive notifications when mail or packages are delivered, ensuring you never miss a delivery. Child Safety: Place the sensor on doors or windows to be alerted if a child attempts to leave or enter restricted areas. Elderly Care: Utilize the sensor to monitor the movement of elderly family members, helping ensure their safety and well-being. Remember, the Third Reality Zigbee Vibration Sensor's flexibility in adjusting sensitivity levels and disabling the beeping sound makes it perfect for various practical security and monitoring applications in your smart home setup. CONCLUSION The Third Reality Zigbee Vibration Sensor is a must-have addition to any smart home security setup. Its powerful vibration detection capabilities, coupled with the flexibility to adjust sensitivity levels and disable the beeping sound, make it a top-notch security device. If you found this article helpful, please consider buying me a coffee? You may do so by tapping on the PayPal-Me button below. Shop the Third Reality Amazon Store:

Edge drivers for non-native smart devices can be sourced and downloaded from developer or manufacturer driver channels. Downloaded drivers can be immediately applied by removing device from the SmartThings App and then reinstalling the device. https://callaway.smartthings.com/channels/c8bb99e1-04a3-426b-9d94-2d260134d624 SmartThings Edge Driver for SmartWings Shades & Blinds The SmartThings Edge Driver which provides proper control of the SmartWings Zigbee Smart Roller Shade is the, ‘Zigbee Window Treatment Mc’ driver. This edge driver can be downloaded from the ‘Mariano Shared Beta Driver’ Channel Invitation Link. Changing the Edge Driver for an Existing Blind or Shade: Assuming that you have an existing SmartWIngs shade or blind, you must determine if your smart blind has been assigned an SmartThings Edge Driver. If the your blind is assigned an Edge Driver, but the driver is a stock SmartThings stock driver, you will need to update the driver to the correct SmartWings compatible driver. To determine if a driver was assigned to your smart blind or shade, open your SmartThings app and locate your SmartWings blind within the 'Devices' section. Click on your blind's device tile and then while in the device screen click on the ellipsis in the upper right corner to determine if dropdown list contains the word 'Driver'. The presence of the word ‘Driver’ confirms that an edge driver is installed for your device. NOTE: If dropdown list does not contain the word "Driver", you will need to execute the all of the steps which are listed in the section titled Edge Driver Installation Steps. If the word ‘Driver’ is present in the dropdown list, click on it to view the driver ‘Name’. If the assigned driver is other than the ‘Zigbee Window Treatment Mc’ edge driver, it will be necessary for you to download the correct driver and then change the driver in your SmartThings app. To accomplish this, follow steps 5 through 10 in the section titled Edge Driver Installation Steps to download the appropriate driver. Once you have accomplished all instructions in steps 5 through 10, open your SmartThings App, click on the tile for your SmartWings shade, click on the ellipsis in the upper right hand corner while in the SmartWings device screen, tap on ‘Driver’ in the dropdown list, and then tap the option to ‘Select different driver’. You will then choose ‘Zigbee Window Treatment Mc’ edge driver to replace the former driver. After adding the edge driver is added to SmartThings you may now follow the instructions below for Paring your SmartWings Shades to the SmartThings Hub. Adding the Edge Driver for a New Blind or Shade: If you have purchased a new SmartWings blind or shade that contains a Zigbee motor, before you attempt to add it to the SmartThings app you must first follow steps 1 through 6 in the section titled Edge Driver Installation Steps. Once the edge driver is added to SmartThings you may now follow the instructions below for Paring your SmartWings Shades to the SmartThings Hub. Edge Driver Installation Steps: Click on the link for 'Mariano Shared Beta Driver’ Channel Invitation. Note: After clicking the driver channel link you will be required to sign into your Samsung SmartThings Account. Next you must then select ‘Accept’ to confirm your acceptance of the channel invitation. After accepting the channel invitation, choose your target hub and select 'Enroll'. Note: Sometimes you must to click the button multiple times. Next, click on ‘Available Drivers’ and select ‘Install’ to install the ‘Zigbee Window Treatment Mc’ edge driver. Next, verify the installed driver by going to your SmartThings App, find your SmartThings Hub within the 'Devices' tab and then click on your Hub. Then while in your Hub’s device screen, select the ellipsis in the upper right-hand corner and then click on the word ‘Driver’ from the dropdown list. You will then be able to view a list of all of your installed Edge Channels and Edge Drivers. After confirming the installation of the new ‘Zigbee Window Treatment Mc’ Edge Driver you may add your device into the SmartThings Application. Paring your SmartWings Shades to the SmartThings Hub To add your shade to SmartThings press and hold the programming button (P1) for six seconds until the motor jogs twice and then release the button. The read light is confirmation that you are in paring mode. While in your SmartThings application, tap in the plus sign, "+"; tap "Add device"; tap "Scan for nearby devices" and your shade will be discovered and be added to your SmartThings hub. Once the SmartThings App discovers your SmartWings shade, click on your device’s tile and then while in the device screen, click on the ellipsis to confirm that the dropdown list now contains the word ‘Driver’. The presence of the word ‘Driver’ confirms that edge driver is successfully installed for your device. If the SmartWings Shade selected the wrong driver, tap on ‘Select different driver’ and select the ‘Zigbee Window Treatment Mc’ Edge Driver If you have re-added an existing shade, and your need to replace the "temporary/substitution device” that you added to your existing routines, all that remains to do is to remove the “temporary/substitution device” from each of your SmartThings routines and add the SmartWings Shade back in place in each of your routines. 🟠 PRODUCT LINK: SmartWings Outdoor Shades If you found this article helpful, please consider buying me a coffee? You may do so by tapping on the PayPal-Me button below. 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In today’s episode I am featuring the newly released Third Reality Zigbee Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring. This plug is yet another device in Third Reality’s ever growing line of SmartThings compatible sensors. Third Reality makes a whole line of economical smart devices to include but not limited to a temperature/humidity sensor, a multi-function button, smart blinds, a leak sensor, a motion sensor, a vibration sensor, a multifunction night light and a contact sensor, all of which I have featured on this platform. This plug operates with the Zigbee protocol. It is rated for 15 amps and it is ETL Certified, so it is verified to comply with North American safety standards. This plug does require a Zigbee Hub. Compatible hubs include 1st and 2nd Generation Echo Plus, Echo Studio, the 4th Generation Echo, 2nd and 3rd Generation Echo Show 10, Eero 6 and Eero 6 Pro, Home Assistant, SmartThings, Aeotec, Hubitat and the Third Reality Hub. The smart plug is designed with a low profile, space saving design which accommodates the placement of two smart plugs in any standard wall receptacle. Unlike Third Reality's first generation plug, the Gen 2 version of this plug provides real time energy monitoring. The energy monitoring feature is supported by Home Assistant, SmartThings, Hubitat and the Third Reality second generation smart hub. The plug uses Low Energy Mesh technology, which means that each smart plug serves as a Zigbee signal repeater. So even if a smart plug is out of reach of your hub it can still be controlled via the mesh network. Edge Driver Instructions: Before installing the smart plug to the SmartThings app, first download the Custom Edge Driver to your SmartThings or Aeotec hub via the following steps: Click on the Edge Driver Invitation Link: Mariano’s Channel Invitation Sign in using your SmartThings account credentials Accept the channel invitation and then tap "Enroll" for one or more of your available hubs Tap on "Available Drivers" In the screen that follows, search for the ‘Zigbee Switch Power Mc’ driver Tap "Install" to download the ‘Zigbee Switch Power Mc’ driver to your hub With Mariano's Custom Edge Driver installed, setup is easy in the SmartThings app. Just select “Add device” and then choose “Scan for nearby devices”. Then insert the smart plug into an outlet and it should enter the paring mode automatically. If paring does not begin automatically, signified by a the flashing of a small red light on the face of the plug, then just press and hold the on/off button on the right side of the plug for at least ten seconds. If you have an Alexa Echo connected voice assistant to your SmartThings App, then the plug will be automatically added to your echo devices when you pair it in SmartThings. If you want to pair it directly to your compatible echo devices, simply say “Alexa, discover devices”. Should you need to factory reset your Third Reality plug, just press and hold the On/Off button for more than 10 seconds while the plug is powered on. The LED light will begin to flash as confirmation that the plug has reset and is in paring mode. You can find the Third Reality lineup of products and many other SmartThings compatible devices in my Amazon Store. Just follow the links below. Until the next Bud’s Smart Home episode, keep automating and God Bless! THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring

The following instructions will provide you with the necessary steps for installing SmartThings Edge Drivers for the Ring Alarm Contact and Motion Sensors. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you currently have your Ring Alarm Z-Wave Device installed on the Ring Alarm hub or another Z-Wave hub you must delete and exclude each connected device from the other Z-Wave hub before adding them to SmartThings. Z-Wave devices must be exclusive to only a single Z-Wave capable hub. If you need to exclude your Ring Alarm device from another Z-Wave hub please reference the manufactures instructions for hub exclusion. If you need to exclude your device from the SmartThings or Aeotec hub, see the section below titled: "Exclusion Instructions" If you have a new Ring Alarm sensor or you deleted and excluded your Ring Alarm devices from a different Z-Wave hub you are now ready to install your device to the SmartThings app. Before installing your device to the SmartThings app, you should download the Ring Alarm Custom Edge Driver to your Aeotec or SmartThings hub. The appropriate Ring Alarm Custom Edge Driver can be downloaded by clicking on the following invitation link: Invitation link for the Milan Edge Drivers After clicking the driver channel link you will be required to sign into your Samsung SmartThings Account. Next you must then confirm your acceptance of the Channel invitation. After accepting the channel invitation, choose your target hub and select 'Enroll'. Next, click on ‘Available Drivers’ and select ‘Install’ to download the ‘Z-Wave Ring Sensor’ Edge Driver to your SmartThings Hub. You can verify the installed driver by going to your SmartThings App, find your SmartThings Hub in the 'Devices' tab and then click on your Hub and in the device screen that follows, select the ellipsis in the upper right-hand corner and click on the word “Driver” in the dropdown list. You will then be able to view a list of your installed Edge Channels and Edge Drivers. After confirming the installation of the new Ring Alarm Edge Driver you may now add your device to SmartThings App. NOTE: if your device is already installed you can go to the following section about updating your driver. To add a new Ring Alarm device to the SmartThings app, open the app and tap the '+' sign in the upper right and select 'Add Device'. Then select 'Scan for nearby devices'. With paring mode initiated in the SmartThings App, hold the front button down on your Ring Alarm device for at least 5 seconds and then release the button. This should cause your device button to rapid flash green and the device should be discovered shortly thereafter. You should then enable S2 Security by scanning the QR code or by entering the security code. Once the SmartThings App discovers your Ring Alarm device, click on your device and then click on the ellipsis to confirm that the dropdown list now contains the word "Driver". You may also click or tap on the word driver to confirm the ‘Z-Wave Ring Sensor’ Edge Driver was assigned to your Ring device. Updating an Edge Driver on an Installed Sensor If your Ring Alarm sensor is already installed and you wish to update your drivers, open your SmartThings app and find the device your wish to update. Tap on the device tile and in the device settings screen tap on the three dots in the upper right hand corner. Select 'Driver' in the dropdown list. Tap on 'Select a different driver'. Find the driver in the screen that follows and tap on it. If the driver is not present in the list you will need to download it to the appropriate hub. After tapping on the new driver tap the blue 'Use this driver' button and confirm that you wish to update the driver. Important Information About Ring Alarm Inclusion & Exclusion: The Ring Alarm Contact & the RIng Alarm Motion Sensors are somewhat of a challenge to pair to the SmartThings App but once you get them connected they are rock solid. I particularly like the Ring Contact Sensor and I consider it as one of my preferred door sensors only second to the Aeotec Multipurpose Sensor. If you would like video guidance for paring the Contact Sensor, watch my video for Adding the Ring Alarm Contact Sensor. If you would like video guidance for paring the Motion Sensor, watch my video for Adding the Ring Alarm Motion Sensor. If you made several attempts to add either of these sensors and you continue to have paring issues, I recommend that you use the z-wave exclusion utility to remove the device and then try to pair it following successful exclusion using the instructions above. To exclude the Ring Alarm contact or motion sensor follow these steps: Exclusion Instructions: The following are the steps for excluding your Ring Alarm device from the SmartThings hub: Select the settings from device details page and choose “Remove Device” to remove the device. This will place the controller into Remove or “Z-Wave Exclusion” mode. With the controller in Remove (Z-Wave Exclusion) mode, use a paper clip or similar object and tap the pinhole button. The device’s red LED turns on solid to indicate the device was removed from the network. If you experience difficulty while attempting to exclude either sensor, try to the force exclusion option until you get confirmation that exclusion is successful. If exclusion or force exclusion is not successful you should now attempt to factory reset you Ring Alarm sensor to factory default settings via the following steps" Factory Reset Factory Default Instructions: To restore Ring Alarm Contact or Motion Sensor to factory default settings, locate the pinhole reset button on the device. This is found inside the battery compartment on the back of the device after removing the back bracket. Using a paperclip or similar object, insert it into the pinhole, press and hold the button down for 10 seconds. The device will rapidly blink green continuously for 10 seconds. After about 10 seconds, when the green blinking stops, release the button. The red LED will turn on solid to indicate the device was removed from the network. Absence of Motion Sensor Sensitivity Settings: There is an ability to adjust the sensitivity of motion detection levels in the Ring Alarm application. However, the Ring Alarm Motion Sensor sensitivity settings are not available when the motion sensor is installed in SmartThings. The default setting is medium sensitivity. Ring states that a setting of high sensitivity may trigger false alarms at times. Keep in mind that this motion sensor is designed as a security sensor. This means that it should be activated whenever no one is at home and only trigger alerts when a intruder passes its line of sight. It works well in this type of application. It does not work as well as a device to trigger lights on, or send notifications following rapid succession trigger events. One final issue specific to the Ring Alarm Motion sensor is the "Retrigger Interval", otherwise known as the cool down period. The Ring Alarm Gen 2 Motion Sensor's default setting is 180 seconds, which is significantly longer than the cool down period of other motion sensors. The cooldown period is sort of a reset period before the device will trigger another motion event. Therefore, if you intend to use the motion sensor for an application where in you want to trigger one motion event immediately following another, then this sensor is likely not for you. The former Device Handler under the SmartThings Groovy architecture had an option to access the retrigger interval setting. Unfortunately, this "retrigger interval" setting is currently not available in the new Edge Driver. When I had the ability to update this setting under the former Groovy device handler, I changed the Re-trigger Interval setting to 30 seconds, which resulted in a much more responsive sensor. I have petitioned the SmartThings developer of the Ring Alarm Sensors to see if he may be able to add a the ability to update the retrigger interval setting for the Ring Motion Sensor within the SmartThings App. Here is a link to the ST Community Thread if you would like to follow-up on the progress of that request. If this information helped you, consider buying me a coffee. 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Regular cleaning and maintenance of your gutters and downspouts is essential to preserve the value of your home. If this water conveyance system gets clogged, the rain water coming from your roof is no longer routed safely away from the foundation of your home. This can result in numerous issues including foundation damage and water seepage into your basement or crawlspace. However, if you are like me, I have found few things more dreadful than the annual ritual of cleaning out those nasty gutters. The decaying leaves make a smelly mess on both you and your landscaping. Not to mention the fact that you risk life and limb when traversing up and down that slippery wet ladder as you struggle with the lawn hose to attempt to blast out those decaying debris. Hiring someone to clean your gutters for you is possible solution. However, depending on the size and height of your home the cost of this solution could run between $50 to $250 a year. Well about five years ago I stumbled across a very practical and effective solution that I want to take a moment share with you. To be totally honest, at first I was very skeptical about the durability and effectiveness of this solution. I simply was not confident that the product would stand the test of time and do the job as described. However my initial impressions were wrong. The solution? Amerimax Gutter guards. These DIY gutter guards are an easy to install and are an economical solution. They are snap-in, white plastic filter guards. They are 3 foot in length and six inches in width. They are designed to easily snap in between the front lip of the gutter and the under edge of the shingles on your home’s eve. They are made to create a smooth transitional surface from your roof surface to effectively shed leaves and other debris while allowing filtered rain water into the gutter and downspout structure to be safely conveyed away from your home’s foundation. To determine the number of panels needed, I first measured the length of each section of spouting and record each length. Next I added the various lengths together to get total footage needed. Keep in mind that you will need to measure and cut several of the three foot panels so that you have the proper length at the end of each spouting run. This is necessary to make a clean/flush finished end. As such, you may want to purchase extra product to compensate for possible spoilage. I am pleased to recommend this solution as it has eliminated my need to clean out my gutters for more than fourteen years, as of 2024. This is all because I took a chance on an inexpensive solution that turned out to be an excellent time saving idea. If you are tired of doing this annual odd job, you may want to check out the following affiliate link here. This link will give you additional information and product reviews about this practical time saving solution. Buy the way… If cleaning out gutters or installing gutter guards are on the list projects that you intend to do, be sure that you follow sound ladder safety practices. Allow me offer a few important and practical safety tips that can ensure that you have a safe and successful project. Inspect the ladder for any defects that may make the ladder unsafe. Make certain that you place your ladder on a firm and level surface. Check the ladder cleats to ensure they are in good condition. The ladder should be safely positioned one foot out (horizontally) from the mounting surface for every four feet of rise (vertical height) to the working surface. You must have three points of contact on a ladder at all times. This means that you should use a tool belt and other method to convey materials to upper work surfaces so that your hands are free to climb safely. You should be sure to wear non-slip shoes and also be mindful of power lines. You can insert a length of 2 X 4 stud into the section of gutter assuming you need to position the ladder against the gutter for support. This will help protect the gutter from collapsing from the lateral force created by the combined weight of you and the ladder. Whatever your list of your home project endeavors; I wish you safety and success! And should you decided to implement this time saving idea, may you never have to clean your home gutters again! See this product featured in the following video: Again, I highly recommend this product as it has proven to be effective and time saving idea. If you are tired of doing this annual chore, be sure to click here for more product information.

Today I'll show you how to install the Ring Alarm outdoor contact sensor in the SmartThings App. I'm planning to mount this sensor in our utility shed which is situated in our backyard. EDGE DRIVER LINKS AND INSTRUCTIONS!! (NOTE: You must be a subscriber to my premium content access custom driver links and driver installation steps. A subscription to my Edge Driver Package is only $10. It provides access to over 30 articles which provide instructions for the installation of custom drivers. I’ll also introduce you to the Aeotec range extender and demonstrate how it can increase your z-wave signal by 250 percent. Specifications Checking the specs for the Ring Alarm contact sensor, it is weather-resistant with an IP66 rating. The IP66 rating confirms that It is waterproof against hose-directed water and falling drops of rain or snow. It has an operating temperature range of negative 4 degrees to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It is connected via Z-wave technology and is reported to have a 250 foot line of sight range. What’s in the Box When you open the box you’ll be surprised by the size of the sensor. The sensor’s hefty size is attributed to the fact that it is powered by two AA alkaline batteries. The sensor comes with adhesive backed mounting plates, screws and screw anchors. The two required alkaline batteries are also provided. According to ring the batteries can power the sensor for up to five years. Viewing the Sensor You can separate the sensor from its bracket mounts by sliding the sensor to the side. On the back of the main sensor you will find a reset hole and an orange setup button. You remove the rear cover to access the battery compartment. The battery compartment is opened by pushing on the two spring clips. Within the battery compartment you will find the two AA batteries. You will also see a weather sealing gasket on the battery compartment cover which is instrumental in keeping moisture out of the device. The magnet side of the sensor can also be separated from the mount by sliding it to the side. You can attach the provided mounts to a wooden surface for a more secured install. Downloading the Custom Edge Driver This sensor requires a Custom Edge Driver to work properly. The driver installation links and download steps are available to those with an active subscription to my premium content. You can access this content via the purchase of my Edge Driver Package  for only $10 US. IMPORTANT : I recommend that you install the Ring Alarm outdoor sensor only after you download the  Custom Edge Driver ( Z-Wave Sensor Ring) to your SmartThings or Aeotec hub. Otherwise you will need to open the device screen and take additional steps to update the driver. Paring the Sensor to SmartThings Once you have downloaded the custom edge driver to your hub, you may now proceed to connect your sensor via the SmartThings app. To pair the sensor you will select the option to scan the QR code. When you pull the plastic battery isolator tab, the device will be flashing 3x slowly, and pause, then flash 3X again in a cycle. Press the orange button for 5 to 10 seconds and release. The device will start rapid flashing green to begin paring. After second or two the app will notify that set-up is successful. Updating the Ring Device Driver If you installed the Outdoor Ring Alarm Contact Sensor before downloading the Custom Edge Driver you can update the driver within the SmartThings mobile app. First download the 'Z-Wave Sensor Ring' custom edge driver to your SmartThings or Aeotec Hub. Then open your SmartThings app and find the installed Outdoor Ring sensor. Tap on the sensor and in the screen that follows, tap on the three dots in the upper right. Now tap on the word "Driver" and then tap on "Select different driver" . You should see the "Z-Wave Sensor Ring" custom driver from the list of available drivers. Testing Sensor Connectivity Before installing your sensor you’ll want to test it to ensure that you have a good signal. Ring Alarm claims you can test connectivity by pressing the orange setup button. They state that a green light while pressing the button indicates a proper signal. This apparently works only with the Ring hub because I was not able to replicate the test method with the Samsung SmartThings hub. Mounting Options As for mounting options, the senor comes with double sided mounting tape, which could be used to mount on smooth surfaces which are not subject to the elements. You can also use the provided screws mount the device or you can use the slits provided on the mounting brackets to secure the sensor and magnet with metal or plastic straps. The strap mount give you the ability to install the sensor on metal gates or a frame if you prefer not to drill holes. Device Mounting Considerations As stated previously, my intent was to install the contact sensor on my utility shed doors. My Hub is in my Basement in the north side of home. The center of my shed doors is exactly 73 feet from the southwest corner of my home. Since the z-wave signal must go though several walls, I suspected that I may need a z-wave range extender. I therefore decided to purchase the Aeotec Range Extender 7. The Aeotec range extender is compatible with Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus and is reported to provide up to 250% further wireless range. More about my connectivity experience in a moment. Testing the Sensor’s Range When testing the range of the Ring Contact Senor absent the z-wave range extender I found that I could only get a reliable connection up to 14 feet from the southeast corner of my home. With the addition of the Aeotec range extender I was able to extend my signal to 49 feet. Unfortunately, this signal range is 24 feet short of the doors on my utility shed. As a result, I was unable to use the Ring contact sensors in this particular application. Summary of Results What are the takeaways from this venture? The Ring Alarm Outdoor Sensor can be paired with the SmartThings Hub. To be fully compatible with SmartThings, the sensor’s device type handler must be changed in your SmartThings account to a Z-Wave Plus Door/Window Sensor . The operational distance of the contact sensor can be enhanced by use of the Aeotec Range Extender. In my situation, I was able to extend my operational range by 250 percent. This increase in range confirms the performance specifications reported by Aeotec. Although you may get different results based on the location of you hub and strength of your z-wave network, I surmise that if you need to monitor an outside property or pool gate, and that gate is within 49 feet of your home, you should have successful installation using the Ring Outdoor sensor provided it’s z-wave signal is enhanced with the Aeotec Range Extender 7. I trust you found today’s episode helpful. Please leave a comment at the bottom and provide me some feedback. Amazon Product Links: 🛒- Aeotec Range Extender 7 🛒- Aeotec Range Extender 7 (2 pack) 🛒- Ring Alarm Outdoor Contact Sensor 🛒- Ring Alarm Outdoor Contact Sensor (2 pack)

Hello and welcome to Bud’s Smart Home. Today well be taking a first look at two newly released Third Reality Zigbee sensors; a Garage Door Tilt Sensor and a lite version of the Third Reality’s popular Temperature and Humidity Sensor. Both sensors have been added to my Amazon Store. There will be product links in the description if you’d like to take a closer look. Like most of Third Reality’s sensors, these sensors are affordable additions to your smart home setup. The tilt sensor is engineered to provide instant alerts when your garage door opens or closes. It offers adjustable sensitivity levels so that you can tweak the sensor’s responsiveness. The Temperature and Humidity Sensor contains a high-quality sensor from an industry-leading manufacturer. It can be used to monitor temperature and humidity in a basement, greenhouse, wine cellar, or a baby’s nursery.  This sensor comes at a lower cost compared to Third Reality’s previous model, that includes a visual display of temperature and humidity data. Both sensors are powered by two AAA batteries and are rated for operation for up to 2 years. With Zigbee 3.0 connectivity, these sensors are compatible with several Zigbee-capable smart hubs, including Amazon Echo, SmartThings, Home Assistant, Homey Pro, and Hubitat, among others. Additionally, with Third Reality’s Smart Bridge MZ1, they will also integrate seamlessly with Apple HomeKit and Google Home. Mounting the sensors is easy with the included adhesive. When mounting the garage tilt sensor, it’s important to ensure that it’s aligned correctly. Mounting orientation can be confirmed by observing the UP Arrow on the back of the sensor and also by ensure that the sensor’s speaker holes are positioned at the top. Regarding the sensor’s functions and settings, the garage tilt sensor emits a beep sound when the sensor registers a status change from vertical to horizontal and vice versa. The circuit board inside the tilt sensor is equipped with switches that can be toggled to adjust the sensor’s sensitivity. You also access a switch to disable the audible beep sound, if you prefer. I was pleased to see that the SmartThings Edge Driver for the Temperature and Humidity Sensor in the SmartThings app settings screen provides for the calibration of temperature and humidity. You can adjust the sensor’s temperature or humidity readout by plus or minus ten data points. These temperature or humidity offsets where not available within the Homey Pro app at the time of this recording. I contacted Third Reality about this issue and was advised that they are working on firmware updates that should resolve any sensor issues. I attempted to pair both sensors with SmartThings and Homey Pro. The sensors were easily discovered by both smart hubs. However, there is important information to know to help ensure smooth installation of these devices. Before beginning installation on the Homey Pro hub, you must access and download the Third Realty app from Homey’s official app store. Otherwise, the sensors will be paired as a Zigbee Things and the sensors will not function properly. To ensure your SmartThings-compatible devices operate seamlessly, it's essential to have the right edge drivers. These drivers unlock all the features and functionalities of your devices. Before installing the smart plug to the SmartThings app, first download the Custom Edge Driver to your SmartThings or Aeotec hub via the following steps: Click on the Edge Driver Invitation Link: Third Reality Channel Invitation Sign in using your SmartThings account credentials Accept the channel invitation and then tap "Enroll" for one or more of your available hubs Tap on "Available Drivers" In the screen that follows, search for the ‘ThirdReality Door Tilt’ and the 'ThirdReality Humidity Sensor" drivers. Tap "Install" to download the ‘ThirdReality Door Tilt’ and the 'ThirdReality Humidity Sensor" drivers to your SmartThings and/or Aeotec hub So, are these THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Sensor worth it? Although I cannot speak for all the compatible Zigbee hubs, those with a SmartThings or Homey Pro hub will find these sensors as affordable, easy to set up, with reliable performance and long battery life. These factors make them a winner in my book. If you’re looking to enhance your smart home, these sensors will be a great addition. That’s it for today’s review. If you found this video helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more smart home tips and reviews. Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next video! Third Reality Store Third Reality Zigbee Garage Door Tilt Sensor Third Reality Zigbee Temperature & Humidity Sensor Lite Third Reality Zigbee Temperature & Humidity Sensor with Display

Are you looking for budget friendly options to equip your smart home? In today’s article I will be reviewing three low cost Zigbee Sensors which work with SmartThings. The ThirdReality smart devices are easy on the wallet and easy to set-up. They are also compatible with Zigbee equipped Echo devices. Welcome to Bud's Smart Home where we provide tutorials and reviews for devices which work with SmartThings and Amazon Echo apps. Join me and discover how easy it is to achieve the comfort, convenience and security from a well designed smart home. As we begin our review of the economical line of ThirdReality smart devices let me mention that the three sensors which I am reviewing today, the Motion, Leak and Door contact sensor, are all powered by two AAA batteries rather than the typical coin type batteries. Each device is shipped packaged with batteries, instructions and mounting screws. These sensors are extremely easy to setup with SmartThings and with other Zigbee capable hubs. To setup the sensor in the SmartThings app, just insert the batteries; Open your app and tap the plus sign to add a device; and then tap scan nearby. It's that easy! To install them on your Zigbee capable Echo devices it is just a matter of asking Alexa to discover the device. If Google or Echo devices are already connected to your SmartThings app, then the ThirdReality devices will be automatically added to your Miss A App once they are paired with your SmartThings App. Let's begin today’s review with the ThirdReality Motion Sensor. This sensor is advertises as pet friendly. This is accomplished due to the higher detection angle and a shorter detection distance. The sensor is capable of detecting motion up to 30 feet away. The two AAA batteries can last for 2 years in typical usage. The sensor has a larger profile as compared to the most other motion sensors; however you can purchase this motion sensor for fewer than 20 dollars. Next, let me present the ThirdReality Zigbee Door Contact Sensor. Using the 2 AAA batteries as a power source, this door sensor provides convenient protection for up to 2 years. Because AAA batteries are larger than nickel cell batteries, this sensor has a greater presence than most other contact sensors. Even so, the sensor is priced reasonably at less than 20 dollars per unit. The ThirdReality Zigbee Leak Sensor not only provides water leak alerts via the SmartThings Home Monitor (STHM), the sensor also features a built in alarm which sounds at an ear piercing 120 decibels. The built in alarm ensures that you will get leak notifications even if your internet is down. As with the door sensor, the leak sensor is powered by two AAA batteries. The upside of this is that you get worry free protection for up to three years. As with the Third Reality door and motion sensors, the leak sensor is also larger in presence then most other leak sensors. However this smart device can also be purchased for less than 20 dollars. If you’d like to view and purchase any of these economical ThirdReality smart devices or you want to find other SmartThings compatible devices, just check out the links listed below. 🛒- Third Reality Zigbee Motion Sensor 🛒- Third Reality Zigbee Contact Sensor 🛒- Third Reality Zigbee Leak Sensor

Hey everyone, welcome back to Bud's Smart Home! Today, we're introducing a fantastic new addition to your smart home setup: the Tapestry Presence, Temperature & Humidity Sensor. Tapestry Presence Sensor Z1 was designed and assembled right here in the USA. This is a state-of-the-art device that uses a 60GHz millimeter wave radar and a sophisticated machine learning algorithm to accurately detect room occupancy, even when occupants are sitting still. It can sense even the smallest movements, ensuring your smart home system responds precisely and effortlessly. Besides presence detection, this sensor also monitors temperature and humidity, making it a versatile tool for climate control. There are humidity and temperature offsets available within the settings screen for tweaking the accuracy of your readings. You can also adjust the reporting intervals. The sensor was delivered neatly packaged as you can see here. The contents included the sensor, a USB cord, a power brick and a sensor wall mount and a sensor stand. When ordering, you have a choice between a sensor wall mount, a sensor stand, or your may request both items. The Tapestry Home website provides a link to the presence sensor manual that provides details for setup, mounting installation, instructions for firmware updates and for performing zone exclusions, and a troubleshooting guide. This ZigBee presence sensor has been thoroughly tested with SmartThings and works seamlessly with the available edge driver. You can purchase this sensor via the Tapestry Home website. You can also access the Tapestry Edge Driver in by tapping on the Tapestry Edge Driver Invitation. To install the edge driver... Login to your Samsung SmartThings account Enroll your Aeotec or SmartThings Hub and tap on "Available Drivers" Tap "Install" under the Tapestry Home Zigbee driver The driver will be downloaded and installed on your SmartThings or Aeotec hub. You can now pair your Tapestry Presence Sensor Z1 with SmartThings. Setting up the Tapestry Presence Sensor Z1 with SmartThings (ST) is a breeze. Remove the lower cover. Connect a USB-C cable to the sensor and a power supply. The red power indicator will light up, and the green light will blink three times. The green light will then pulse indicating the device is in pairing mode. Once the green light stops pulsing, the device is paired and ready for use. The sensor’s initial detection range is approximately eight feet. The sensor response time within this range is two seconds or less. At distances greater than eight feet, the initial detection time takes a bit longer, with the maximum detection response time of forty-five seconds at the sensor’s maximum range of about twenty-three feet. Despite the longer detection times at greater distances, the sensor is capable of reliably detecting presence within its field of view. Regarding the sensor’s field of view, the Tapestry Presence Sensor Z1 performs best for objects directly in its path and may have diminished sensitivity for those further away from the center detection axis. The sensor’s maximum field of view is 120 degrees horizontally, with optimal performance within 40 degrees. Detection sensitivity drops significantly beyond 120 degrees. In testing the sensor, I found that proper placement is key for correct performance. I placed our sensor in my living room in a high traffic area that is an intersection between our kitchen, our front door, and the steps leading to our second floor. I also angled our sensor to ensure that our living room sofa was in a direct linear path of out sensor. By positioning the sensor in this manor, I guarantee a short, two second detection trigger time and also ensure that the sensor is able to detect our presence for as long as we occupy our living room. I’ve linked this sensor to a couple of ST routines the control our living room lamps during low ambient light. When presence is detected, the lamps turn on and stay on as long as the room is occupied. The lamps are turned off after the room is vacated and the sensor’s cool down period has expired. The sensor has a cool-down period of about two minutes. Although the Presence Z1 is finely tuned for a balance between responsiveness and accuracy, Tapestry Home offers advanced configuration options. These settings allow you to adjust detection thresholds, timeout durations, and to also designate zone exclusion settings. Zone exclusion is sometimes needed prevent false triggers from specific areas, like through windows or thin walls, or exclude objects like ceiling fans. If you are interested in these advanced configuration settings you may access Tapestry Home’s website for their detailed configuration guide. The Tapestry Presence, Temperature & Humidity Sensor Z1 is a remarkable device that enhances your smart home experience with its advanced detection capabilities and additional climate monitoring features. If you’re looking to upgrade your smart home, this sensor is a must-have! Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more smart home tech reviews and tutorials. Leave a comment if you have any questions or if there’s a specific product you’d like us to review.

INTRODUCTION In a former article I reviewed Third Realty's Zigbee Multifunction Night Light. In today's article I'll be reviewing Third Reality's newly released MATTER Multifunction Night Light. Like the Zigbee version, this is a matter night light is capable of performing as a motion sensor, an illuminance sensor, and an RGB Color Night Light. All these features come together in an attractive and budget-friendly package. With its straightforward setup and premium build quality, the THIRD REALITY Night Light complements any decor style. Tailor your ambiance to match your mood! Offering an extensive range of color options and adjustable brightness levels, from serene tranquility to vibrant energy, the THIRDREALITY Night Light empowers you to curate your space as you desire. Whether it's a swift trip to the bathroom or a reassuring presence in a child's room, the THIRD REALITY Night Light promptly responds to motion and shifts in light intensity, making it an ideal fit for nurseries, bedrooms, hallways, stairways, and bathrooms. This cutting-edge device is compatible with Apple Homepod Mini, Google Nest Hub Gen2 and with the SmartThings and Aeotec hubs. SETUP It is very easy to pair this night light to SmartThings provided that you are adding the device to the Aeotec Hub or the SmartThings version three hub. This is because the Aeotec and SmartThings version three hubs have a built-in Thread router and also function as a Matter controller. To pair the night light to your hub just open your SmartThings app, plug your night light into an electric receptacle and wait for your device to be discovered by the app. Once the device is discovered, the app will request that you scan the Matter QR code. The app will then add your Matter Night Light to your SmartThings hub. If you have the SmartThings version two hub, please know that it does not contain a Thread radio, however it can perform as a Matter Controller. Therefore, if you have a SmartThings version two hub then you will need a separate device that contains a third-party thread boarder router in order to add this device to your home’s Thread network. Current devices that contain thread border routers include Apple’s Home Pod Mini, Amazon Echo (4th Generation) and the Google Nest Hub Max, to name a few. Once you add your night light to a Matter capable hub, you can then generate and share a Matter code with your ST app for the installation of the matter device. The ST version 2 hub will then perform as a matter controller. If you would like to view a demonstration of my setup in SmartThings just take the opportunity to view my video. Note that I am using an iOS device which uses iCloud to connect the night light to SmartThings. Android users will have a different pairing experience. Ready to revolutionize your lighting experience? Don't miss out on the THIRDREALITY Multi-Function Night Light. Illuminate your world with flair, convenience, and innovation. Get yours today! Shop the Third Reality Amazon Store: If you found this article helpful, please consider buying me a coffee? You may do so by tapping on the PayPal-Me button below. Until the next episode, remember to stay smart and connected! ~ Bud

The unofficial SmartThings 2 app was previously available via the Homey Community Store (HCS). Unfortunately, the HCS is down/crashed and it is unknown when or if the store will be revived. Should the Homey Community Store (HCS) be revived, you will have the option to install the Homey Community Store app from the Homey Community Space. You may then have access to the SmartThings 2 app as well as many other Homey Community apps. If the Homey Community Store is revived, to install the SmartThings 2 app via the HCS you may my follow the instructions provided in my YouTube video or you can follow the link to my other website article that details the HCS installation process. Since it is not currently possible to install the SmartThings 2 app via the HCS, I took the time and effort to create the following guide for installing the SmartThings 2 application via the Command Line Interface (CLI) install method within the Windows OS. Developing this guide together took a considerable amount of time in research and testing. If you are helped by this content please consider buying me a cup of coffee If you are not familiar with the command prompt, it is a program that provides the interface for typing commands. In Windows, it's called "cmd.exe" and is often referred to as just "command prompt."  A PC command line is a text-based way to interact with your computer. Instead of using a mouse and clicking icons, you type commands and arguments to instruct the computer what to do. Important Note: The Command Line Interface (CLI) and is intended for advanced users only. Improper use of the CLI can lead to data loss, instability and damage to your system. Bud's Smart Home will not be liable for any damages to your system resulting from attempts to follow this tutorial to install the SmartThings 2 application on the Homey Pro hub via the CLI. Proceed at your own risk. Note: The following is an expanded version of the information that was extracted from the Homey Community Article titled “[HOW TO] CLI install method” that can be sourced here. I have added additional instructions and links specific to the installation of the SmartThings 2 app. A special thanks to Adrian Rockall, the Developer of the SmartThings 2 app. If you have questions about the app you may refer them to Adrian within the SmartThings 2 app post on the Homey Community forum. 1.  Before you begin: Make sure you have a Homey Pro hub. This method will not work with the Homey Cloud service. Be comfortable using the Command Line Interface (CLI) on your computer. Here are a couple of commands that you may require to navigate your windows directories in the CLI: o   cd (change directory) [This command is used to switch between directories.] o   cd [Changes the current directory to specified directory.] o   cd .. [Moves up one level in the directory structure.] o   cd ~ [Navigates to your home directory.] o   cd - [Returns to the previous directory you were in.] o   ls (list) [This command lists the contents of the current directory.] o   ls [Shows a basic list of files and folders.] o   ls -a [Lists all files and folders, including hidden ones (starting with a dot).] o   ls -l [Provides a detailed list with permissions, owner, group, size, and date/time information.] Remember: Always be cautious when using commands that modify your system 2. Check Your Homey Hub's Node.js Version: On your Homey Pro, go to: Homey App > Settings > General > About Note the listed “Node.js version”. You'll need to download a Node.js version that is equal to or higher then the version installed on your hub 3. Download Node.js: Visit https://nodejs.org/en Download and install a version of Node.js that is equal to or higher than the one listed on your Homey Pro. 4. Download the SmartThings 2 App: Locate the SmartThings 2 app on GitHub: https://github.com/AdyRock/com.smartthings Click on the green “Code” button and then click on the “GitHub CLI” tab in the dropdown list. Click “Download ZIP” to download the file “com.smartthings-master.zip” Once downloaded choose a directory to extract the downloaded ZIP files. Make note the directory path where your files are extracted. You will need to point to this directory within the CLI to instruct the CLI where to find the files needed to install the SmartThings 2 app to your Homey Pro hub. 5. Setup Node.js CLI Tools: Navigate your Windows PC apps to find the installed Node.js app. Click the Windows icon and find Node.js in your list of installed apps. Click on the "Node.js" folder. Click on "Node.js Command Prompt" from the folder’s dropdown list. Install the Homey CLI tools by typing the following command in the command line: ‘ npm install -g homey ’ 6. Login to Homey: In the Command Prompt, log in to your Homey Pro by typing the following command in the command line: ‘ homey login ’ [Allows access through the provided webpage.] When your Homey login page displays, click on your account name/email address under “Select an account” to login Click “Allow” to grant Homey CLI the requested permissions. Close the webpage when advised to do so. You should see a line of green text in the CLI that confirms that you are logged in to your Homey hub. 7. Navigate to the Installed App Folder: Use the ' cd ' commands to navigate to the folder containing the extracted app files. TIP: You may use Windows Explorer to navigate to the “com.smartthings-master” folder and then copy the path to paste into the command line following the ‘ cd ’ [change directory] command. Example: cd C:\Users\(your user name)\com.smartthings-master 8. Install the SmartThings 2 App: ‘ homey app install ’ [CLI Command to install the app] You should see a command line prompt: “? Choose and active Homey: (Use arrow keys)” Your Homey Pro hub should be listed below this prompt. Use the down arrow to select your hub and then tap the enter key. If you get an error, follow the on-screen instructions for fixing the error. You may need to run ‘ npm install ’ and possibly ‘ npm audit fix ’, if instructed. Check the Homey mobile app to confirm the installation of the SmartThings 2 app Choose the "More" tab at the bottom Tap on "Apps" Search for "SmartThings 2" in the list of "My Apps" 9. SmartThings 2 App Setup: Follow the instructions within the SmartThings 2 article on the Homey Community forum to configure and generate your SmartThings Personal Access Token (PAT) for the SmartThings 2 app. Place the SmartThings PAT in the SmartThings 2 Homey app and begin to add your SmartThings devices to Homey. You can view my general overview of this process in my YouTube Video: 10. Explore Commands (Optional): For a list of available commands, type the following command in the command line: ‘ homey –help ’ 11. List/Select Homey (Optional): ‘ homey homey list ’ [List available Homey hubs] ‘ homey homey select ’ [Select a specific Homey hub] ‘ homey homey unselect ’ [Unselect a Homey hub] 12. Other Forum Tips for Installation Errors: Review the "[HOW TO] CLI install method" in the Homey Forum One member suggested these four steps in case the homey (login) command is not recognized. You can also reach out for help in the Homey Community Forum. 13. Run the App (Testing): ‘ homey app run ’ [To simply run the app (without installation)] ‘ homey app run –clean ’ [To run the app and clear any previous installations] ‘ homey app run --path /path/to/my/app/folder ’ [To run a specific app from a different folder] Developing this guide together took a considerable amount of time in research and testing. If you were helped by this content please consider buying me a cup of coffee Thank you for your support