Hello everyone,
I recently purchased the Monoprice Z-Wave door sensor and wanted to share my experience and some tips for integrating it into your smart home system. While setting it up, I noticed that the sensor reports 0 when the door is closed and 255 when it’s open, but the system only shows the battery level by default. Here’s how I worked around this and made the most of it:
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Understanding the Sensor Signals: The sensor sends binary signals—0 for closed and 255 for open. To make this useful, I created a virtual switch in my Hubitat ecosystem that changes state based on these signals. This way, I can easily see if the door is open or closed in the app.
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Setting Up Notifications: I integrated the sensor with IFTTT to send me notifications whenever the door opens or closes. This is super handy for keeping an eye on things, especially when I’m away from home.
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Exploring Alternative Solutions: If your system doesn’t support this sensor’s functionality natively, consider using a smart lock that provides more detailed status updates or a different door sensor that’s more compatible with your ecosystem.
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Custom Scripts: For those comfortable with scripting, you can write a custom rule in Hubitat or another platform to trigger actions based on the door’s state. For example, you could set up a routine to turn on lights or send a push notification when the door opens.
I’d love to hear how others have integrated their Monoprice Z-Wave door sensors or if there are other innovative uses for this device. Feel free to share your experiences or ask questions below!
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