Hey everyone! I’m excited to share my experience with integrating the Schlage Connect lock with the SmartThings Classic app. After a bit of trial and error, I managed to get everything working smoothly, and I want to walk you through the process in case you’re facing similar challenges.
The Setup
I purchased my Schlage Connect lock about two years ago and connected it to my SmartThings Hub using the SmartThings Classic app. It was a seamless setup at first, and I was able to integrate it with Alexa for voice control. However, I noticed that changing the codes directly through the app wasn’t as straightforward as I hoped. This minor inconvenience led me to explore alternative solutions, which eventually led me to discover the RBOYAPPs platform.
The Journey
A few months ago, I decided to give RBOYAPPs a try. The process required me to perform a factory reset on my Schlage Connect lock and place it within 20 feet of my SmartThings Hub. My front door is about 40 feet away from the hub, so proximity was a bit of a hurdle, but I managed to work around it by temporarily moving the lock closer to the hub.
I uninstalled the Schlage Connect from my door, brought it within an inch of my SmartThings Hub, and followed the factory reset instructions:
- Disconnect the battery.
- Hold the SCHLAGE button.
- Reconnect the battery while holding the button.
- Wait for the green checkmark to blink three times.
After successfully resetting the lock, I opened the SmartThings Classic app on my iPhone 7 and attempted to add the Schlage Connect as a new device. However, I encountered an unexpected issue: the exclusion button wasn’t visible in the app. I proceeded to remove the Schlage Connect from the app by navigating to the device settings and selecting ‘Remove.’
The Challenge
Once the Schlage Connect was removed from the app, I attempted to factory reset it again, following the same steps as before. After the reset, I opened the SmartThings Classic app and navigated to the ‘More’ section in hopes of finding the exclusion settings. Unfortunately, I still couldn’t locate the exclusion button. Undeterred, I decided to proceed with adding the Schlage Connect as a new device.
I followed these steps:
- Clicked the ‘My Home’ button in the app.
- Selected ‘Add a Thing’ from the menu.
- Pressed the SCHLAGE button on the lock.
- Entered the programming code and observed the slow pulsating orange light beside the ‘0’ indicator.
- Pressed ‘0’ on the lock, which caused the orange light to pulsate faster.
However, after a few seconds, a red X appeared with a beep, and the app continued searching for devices. This was perplexing because the initial setup had been so smooth. I couldn’t understand why the Schlage Connect wouldn’t connect after the factory reset.
The Resolution
After some research and reaching out to the community, I discovered that the Schlage Connect lock requires a specific firmware version to work seamlessly with the SmartThings Classic app. I updated the firmware on my lock and retried the setup process. This time, everything worked perfectly!
Key Takeaways
- Ensure your Schlage Connect lock has the latest firmware before attempting any integration.
- If you encounter connection issues, double-check the firmware version and update if necessary.
- Temporarily moving the lock closer to the hub can help during the setup process.
Final Thoughts
While the journey had its bumps, it was incredibly satisfying to get everything working in the end. The Schlage Connect lock is a fantastic addition to any smart home setup, and with a bit of patience and the right troubleshooting steps, you can enjoy all the features it offers. If anyone else is facing similar issues, feel free to reach out, and I’ll be happy to help!
Happy smart home tinkering! 