‎Siren | SimpliSafe Help Center
Skip to main content

Conversation List

Filter by

(8)
SA
How to replace batteries in SimpliSafe Devices

With the exception of the Base Station, SimpliCam Indoor Camera, and Key Fob, all of the components for our latest SimpliSafe have batteries that can and should be replaced periodically.

battery/power

Help Center Article

 • Entry Sensor

SA
What is the expected battery life of Original SimpliSafe devices?

Does your Keypad look like the one pictured to the left? Then you're in the right place! You've got the Original SimpliSafe system. If you purchased a new system in 2018 or later, you likely have the Gen 3 SimpliSafe. Click here to view the article for the Gen 3 SimpliSafe. If you're not certain whi

battery/power

Help Center Article

 • SS2 System

How To Replace Extra Siren Batteries

The Extra Siren takes four (4) AA Alkaline batteries and has a life expectancy of up to 1 year depending on placement and usage.To change your Extra Siren batteries, slide the device up and off its bracket. Then, unscrew the back panel to reveal and replace the four (4) AA batteries underneath.

battery/power

Help Center Article

 • Siren

SA
How long do the batteries last, and what type do my devices use?

The battery life for our components varies slightly by system version and component type.For our latest SimpliSafe:ComponentBattery/Batteries UsedBattery Life ExpectancyBase Station4 NiMH rechargeable AA 1.2V*N/AEntry Sensor1 CR-2032 Lithium 3VUp to 10 yearsMotion Sensor1 CR-123A Lithium 3V3-5 years

battery/power

Help Center Article

 • Base Station

Device and Sensor Settings

Does your Keypad look like the one pictured to the left? Then you're in the right place! You've got the Gen 3 SimpliSafe system. If you purchased a system in 2017 or earlier, you have the Original SimpliSafe. Click here to view the article about the Original SimpliSafe. If you're not

settings

sensor troubleshooting

Help Center Article

 • Entry Sensor

SA
Extra Siren Installation Guide

Your Extra Siren is 4 times louder than the alarm built into your Base Station at a whopping 105dB. So it's sure to get the attention of any uninvited guests. It can also play a door chime when Entry Sensors are open, and a countdown when the entry or exit delays are triggered. The Extra Siren

install/set up

Help Center Article

 • Siren

SA
Base Station and System Settings

Use the Keypad, Mobile or Web App to change your Base Station's settings - including System Volume, Alarm Delays, and Wi-Fi set up.

settings

Help Center Article

 • Base Station