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Is it easy to install SimpliSafe?
The best option: SimpliSafe It is easy to install, has some of the most discreet interior sensors for doors, windows, and motion, and integrates with other smarthome gadgets like Nest thermostats and August locks, as well as virtual assistants like Amazon Alexa.
Do you install SimpliSafe yourself?
If you want to keep your home safe from the occasional bad guy, but don’t want to pay the premium for a professional system, SimpliSafe is a security system that you can easily install yourself.
Does SimpliSafe need a base station?
Yes you need to buy a base station. As far as a monitoring goes, SimpliSafe offers 2 plans. Yes, it needs the Simplisafe base station and key pad. No monitoring plan necessary, it will chime.
Where is the best place to put the SimpliSafe base station?
Place your Base Station in a central location in your home. Do not place your Base Station directly on the floor. Avoid placing your Base Station in the immediate vicinity of other strong electronics, such as TVs and microwaves.
Where should I put my SimpliSafe camera?
If you’re lucky enough to have a garage to store valuables and vehicles in, as well as making sure it’s secure and locked, you should place security cameras inside and outside of them. Outside cameras are used to deter opportunistic thieves and inside ones can capture them and what they take if they manage to get in.
How much does SimpliSafe cost per month?
Monitoring costs $14.99 a month with Simplisafe’s Standard plan. This includes professional alarm and environmental monitoring 24/7 and live video from up to 10 cameras.
How high should I mount my SimpliSafe motion sensor?
The ideal location for a Motion Sensor is in the corner of a room, and 4-5 feet off of the ground for maximum coverage. Motion Sensors are designed to be placed on the edge of a flat surface as well if a corner or wall are not available.
Can I install my own alarm system?
You may opt for a self-installed security system that you will monitor yourself, or you can install your own security system, but sign up for a monitoring service that doesn’t require a contract (usually just a monthly fee).
What cell service does SimpliSafe use?
SimpliSafe has partnered with Verizon and T-Mobile for the mobile coverage so it was a simple matter of asking for the Verizon module.
Does SimpliSafe need wifi?
You do not need a computer or WIFI for SimpliSafe to work for your basic home security needs. However, WIFI and access to the SimpliSafe app through either Google Play Store or the App Store for iOS users is required for the SimpliCam or Video Doorbell Pro.
Is SimpliSafe coming out with outdoor cameras?
Does SimpliSafe have outdoor cameras? Yes. SimpliSafe’s new Wireless Outdoor Security Camera offers a 140-degree field of view, wire-free installation, and resolution of up to 1080p HD.
Will SimpliSafe work if internet is down?
SimpliSafe keeps you protected 24/7! It also features a cellular module that operates on a cellular network instead of WiFi. The Base Station will automatically communicate on the cellular network if your WiFi stops working and will automatically switch to battery power if you lose electricity.
Where should I put my SimpliSafe keypad?
Keypad: We recommend putting the keypad wherever it will be most convenient; near the door that you use the most is a good place to start. And you need to think about the distance between the base station and the keypad. SimpliSafe recommends keeping them 10 to 100 feet apart.
Does SimpliSafe have a range extender?
SimpliSafe has a recommended WiFi extender, which has the appropriate configuration options to be compatible with our camera devices. (The SimpliSafe system is set to work with 2.4 GHz WiFi networks in order to provide wider coverage. 2.4 gHz penetrates walls and floors much better than 5 gHz networks.).
What does red light on SimpliSafe base station mean?
The red LED indicates the alarm you have set for your simplisafe base station. The pulse will last for 1-2 minutes before the LED turns solid red. You can simply turn off the alarm. Wait for the light to go, and the LED on base station will be remain solid.
Why does my SimpliSafe keypad says out of range?
Keypad Out of Range is a message that appears on your Keypad whenever the device is not communicating with your Base Station. There are two primary reasons that this error will appear: The Keypad is too far away from or cannot communicate with the Base Station. The Keypad is not paired with the Base Station.
How does SimpliSafe work at night?
No, we put in Home mode at night. Everything works except Motion Detectors. If there is any movement in the house at night in the Away mode the alarm will activate. If you want to leave a window or windows open that have Entry Sensors, you can disable the individual sensors.
Should security cameras be visible?
Visible Surveillance Cameras may be a Deterrent in Public Spaces. A camera that is visible is believed to be a deterrent from a crime being committed. However, not all data shows that visible surveillance systems have an effect. There are plenty of other studies that show such systems have no effect whatsoever.
How High Should security cameras be mounted?
Install cameras 8-10 feet from the ground. This height is low enough to capture fine details but high enough to be out of easy reach of thieves and vandals. Don’t point cameras directly at the sun.
Do SimpliSafe cameras record all the time?
Do SimpliSafe’s cameras record all the time? No, neither of SimpliSafe’s cameras record all the time. SimpliSafe doesn’t currently offer 24/7 continuous recording for either the SimpliCam or the Video Doorbell Pro.
