Ecobee Smart Sensor 2 Pack Operational Guide
- October 28, 2023
- Ecobee
Table of Contents
Ecobee Smart Sensor 2 Pack
Specifications
- BRAND: ecobee
- PART NUMBER: EB-RSHM2PK-01
- ITEM WEIGHT: 5.9 ounces
- PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: 58 x 1.58 x 1.03 inches
- COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Taiwan
- ITEM MODEL NUMBER: SmartSensor
- BATTERIES: 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)
- COLOR: White
- STYLE: Temperature Sensors
- MATERIAL: Plastic
- PATTERN: Thermostat
- SHAPE: Curved
Introduction
Improve your ecobee experience by adding smarter comfort, more savings, and peace of mind wherever you are. Through occupancy detection, SmartSensor keeps you comfortable wherever you are rather than simply where your thermostat is. To maintain the ideal temperature, place SmartSensor in the most significant area, such as your bedroom, a child’s room, or your office.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
- 2 smart sensors
- 2 Detachable Stands
- 2 Batteries
- Adhesive
- Install Guide
TEMPERATURE BALANCE
By controlling hot or cold spots, it helps balance the temperature in your home.
PRESENCE DETECTION
When you leave the house, the thermostat automatically lowers to save energy and raises it when you get back.
SMART SECURITY
to make sure everything is running smoothly at home, integrates with Ecobee Smart Security and smart thermostats.
WIRELESS
Easily installs in a matter of seconds and wirelessly connects to all Ecobee devices.
CONVENIENCE
Check the room’s temperature if it’s important. To make adjustments, use the app or your voice assistant.
HOW TO PROGRAM
- Tap Let’s begin by starting.
- Using the camera on your wireless device, scan the QR code located on the sensor’s pull tab.
- To pair, pull the tab.
- How to calibrate
- On the main screen, click Menu.
- Access Settings.
- Visit Installation Settings next.
- Choose the Thresholds.
- Select Temperature Correction after that.
- As needed, modify the temperature reading.
HOW TO PAIR A NEW SENSOR
- Lightly lift the plastic tab on the sensor’s back.
- Check the screen of your ecobee for a message. The 4-digit ID and 4-digit code on the back of your sensor must be identical. To confirm pairing, tap Pair now.
FAQs
What is the difference between the smart sensor and the room sensor?****
The smart and room sensors do not use WIFI. They use an RF connection with the thermostat. Company descriptions indicate a 65′ range for the smart sensor vs. a 45′ range for the room sensor. The company stated in a pro training session that the actual distance can be farther depending on material (walls, etc.) attenuating the sensor signal to the thermostat.
Has anyone used both the old sensor (came with Ecobee 3) and this new one and noticed a difference? What is better during real world use?****
I have both the room sensor and the smart sensor, 2 each. First the difference, room sensor cannot detect occupancy but smart sensor does, if you have follow me setup you’d have better results if you use just the smart sensor. Battery life is about the same given smart sensor uses the more expensive and higher capacity CR2477 VS CR2032 on the room sensor.
Does this model work with ecobee3 lite?****
I also had issues updating the firmware on the 3 lite. Customer service was able to push and I was then able to pair without any problems.
Do we need more sensors to place 1 in each bedroom or 1 is enough?****
We have a 3 bedroom home but since it’s just me and my wife, mostly only one bedroom gets used. However, one of our adult children visits about once a month and uses one of the bedrooms a couple nights while he’s here. So, we have a sensor in that bedroom as well. But, that sensor only participates in “sleep” in the schedule, so it only pays attention to that sensor at night. If you use every bedroom in your house, you may want a sensor in each. Or, you may determine that generally speaking, whatever the temp is in your room, the other rooms may have the same temp, so you don’t need the extra sensor(s).
Will this work with ecobee4?****
Yes.
What firmware do I need on my Ecobee3 lite to add smart sensors?****
The firmware version should be 4.5.13.47
Will this work with ecobee4?****
Yes.
Will this help the my ecobee “decide” when it might be more efficient to turn the furnace fan on to circulate air vs. turn on AC?****
It will not. Although if you have an IFTTT system, then you may be able to do it.
Will those works with ecobee3 lite?****
Yes, the smart sensors will work with the ecobee3 lite.
Where do I buy the batteries ? can’t find a reliable source for the cr2477 Panasonic which came along.****
It can be any CR2477 battery. Panasonic, Duracell, Sony, Murata. You can buy
From Amazon
Panasonic CR2477 3V Lithium Cell Battery (Pack of 2)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014VAZSO2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Lex7Eb9T2MHEW
What’s the return policy
All about the response time of the sensor and animal detection.
Does sensor monitor humidity?****
No. Temperature and presence.
Is this the same sensor that comes with Ecobee 4?****
It looks the same but I have no way of knowing for sure!
Can you buy just one sensor?****
They come in a two pack unless you buy the Ecobee 3 thermostat with the one sensor included. If you have the Ecobee installed without sensors now, then you will have to settle for the two-sensor pack to add to your system.
Can I set it to alert me when a room reaches a high temperature?****
Yes, you do have the ability to set a high-temperature alert using the Smart Sensor.