geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor User Manual

June 7, 2024
Geeni

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SMART WI-FI DOOR SENSOR
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Thank you for purchasing your GEENI smart home product. Get started using your new devices by downloading Geeni, one convenient app that manages everything straight from your phone or tablet. Easily connect to your home Wi-Fi and control multiple devices from the touch of your fingertips.

What’s in the Box

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - What’s in the Box

• 2-Piece Smart Sensor
• Screws
• Screw Protectors
• Adhesive Stickers
• User Manual

Get Ready

  • Know your Wi-Fi network and password
  • Make sure your mobile device is running iOS® 8 or higher or Android™ 4.1× or higher
  • Make sure you’re connected to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (Geeni can’t connect to 5GHz networks)
  • Connect your sensor to the Geeni app before installing it to your door or window.

Download the Geeni app.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Download the Geeni app

Register a Geeni account.

Register a Geeni account Step 1

STEP 1.
Enter your mobile phone number or email address.

Register a Geeni account Step 2

STEP 2.
Enter the verification code and create a password.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Register a Geeni account,
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STEP 3.
Enter your information to log in.

Activate

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Activate

STEP 1.
Press and hold the Reset Button for 6 seconds. The LED indicator light will begin to rapidly flash, indicating that your sensor is ready to connect via Easy Mode.
What does the blinking light mean?
Reset the sensor by pressing and holding the Reset Button for 6 seconds. The LED Indicator Light will begin to flash rapidly.
– Reset one time (press and hold) to reach Easy Mode (Rapidly blinking blue, 2x per second)
– Reset again (press and hold) to reach AP Mode (Slowly blinking blue, 3x per seconds)
Note : You must remove the sensor’s cover to view the Reset Button and LED Indicator Light. Press the Disassemble Button to remove the sensor’s cover

Connect: Easy Mode

Connect Easy Mode Step 1

STEP 1.
In the Geeni app, on the top corner of the Devices screen, click (+).
Choose “Sensors“.

Connect Easy Mode Step 2

STEP 2.
Make sure the sensor’s LED Indicator Light is rapidly flashing blue. If it is not, press and hold the Reset Button for 6 seconds. Once the LED Indicator Light is rapidly flashing blue, press “Next Step” in the Geeni app.

Connect Easy Mode Step 3

STEP 3.
Enter your Wi-Fi network and password.

Connect Easy Mode Step 4

STEP 4.
The Geeni app will connect to your device.

*If the connection fails, try to connect using AP Mode.

Connect: AP Mode

STEP 1.
Make sure the sensor’s LED Indicator Light is slowly flashing blue.
If it is not, follow the instructions on page 5 to reset.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - AP Mode

STEP 2.
In the Geeni app, on the top corner of the Devices screen, click (+).
Choose “Sensors“.
Choose “AP Mode” in the top corner.

Connect Easy Mode Step 3

STEP 3.
Click “Next” and enter your Wi-Fi details.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Connect to device's
hotspot

STEP 4.
Follow the instructions to choose the device from your Wi-Fi list.

Connect Easy Mode Step 4

STEP 5.
The Geeni app will connect to your device.

Installation

*Before installing, make sure the sensor is aligned so that the arrows will make contact when the door/window is closed and will separate when the door/window is opened.

Installation - Option 1

Option 1.
Use the included adhesive strips to mount the sensor.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Installation

Option 2.
Install using the included screws and screw protectors.

Functions

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Functions 1

The sensor will send notifications within 3–5 seconds of being triggered.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Functions 2

Select “History” to view recent sensor activations.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Functions 3

Select “Notice” to turn the sensor alerts on or off.

geeni Smart Wi-Fi Door Sensor - Functions 4 Connect multiple Geeni devices to set automatic actions when the sensor is triggered.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Can I share with family and friends?
    Yes, you can share access to all Geeni devices—cameras, bulbs, sensors, etc.—with family and friends. In the Geeni app, press Profile and click on “Device  Sharing” to give or revoke sharing permissions. In order to share, the other user should already have downloaded the Geeni app and registered an account.

  2. How many devices can I control?
    Geeni’s app can control an unlimited amount of devices in an unlimited amount of locations. Your router may have a limit of how many devices can be connected to one router.

  3. My sensor has a funny name. How do I rename it?
    From your main device list, click on the sensor that you want to rename, press the “ ” button on the top right for advanced settings, and click “Modify
    Device Name “. You’ll then be able to choose a more familiar name.

  4. What should I do if the sensor appears offline or unreachable?
    Make sure your Wi-Fi router is online and in range and check that you have the latest Geeni functionality by clicking “Check for firmware update” in your device settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

5. What’s the wireless range?
The range of your home Wi-Fi is heavily dependent on your home router and the conditions of the room. Check with your router specifications for exact range data.
6. If my Wi-Fi/internet goes down, will Geeni still work?
Geeni products need to be connected to Wi-Fi in order to use them remotely.

Troubleshooting

Unable to connect to your Wi-Fi network?
Make sure you entered the correct Wi-Fi password during the Wi-Fi setup. Check whether there are any Internet connection problems. If the Wi-Fi signal is too weak, reset your Wi-Fi router and try again.

Reset the device
Press and hold the Reset Button for 6 seconds.
– Reset one time (press and hold) to reach Easy Mode (Rapidly blinking blue)
– Reset two times (press and hold) to reach AP Mode (Slowly blinking blue)

System Requirements
• Mobile device running iOS® 8 or higher or Android™ 4.1x or higher
• Existing Wi-Fi network

Technical Specifications

  • Battery: CR2-3V x 1
  • Standby Current: 13uA
  • Working Current: 115mA-120mA
  • Standby Battery Life: 5 years
  • Working Battery Life: 1 years (15 times/day);
  • 2 years (7 times/day)
  • Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11N, 2.4GHz (not compatible with 5GHz Wi-Fi networks)

FCC Notice:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the two following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

Important Information:
Before installing, read and follow all precautions, including the following:
CAUTION : Suitable for indoor use only.
DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER. DO NOT EXCEED RATED CAPACITY.

Support:

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at support@mygeeni.com for help. To explore our full selection of products, visit us at:
www.mygeeni.com
888-232-3143 Toll-free

© 2019 Merkury Innovations • 45 Broadway 3rd FL, New York NY 10006. The illustrated product and specifications may differ slightly from those supplied. Geeni is a trademark of Merkury Innovations LLC. iPhone, Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Android, Google Assistant, Google Play, and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
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Can’t connect? Need help?

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE
Geeni support:
support@mygeeni.com
888-232-3143 Toll-free
or tap ‘Support’ for help in the Geeni app.

References

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