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New to SimpliSafe - some set-up help requested
I just purchased a base system a couple weeks ago to being self installation and, ultimately, cancelling ADT. Unfortunately, I can't get rid of ADT and their ridiculous monthly charges until I finish my SS build and get back-ordered smoke detectors. Some questions:
- My intention was to add to the system as I determined needs, wants, etc. What that means is that I only bought a few items during the 50% off sale. Now that I have a better idea that we're going to maintain SS as our provider, it seems that I can only add components at full price. That doesn't seem right, especially since I'm still in the 60-day return period. Has anyone had any success getting the discount extended? I have a bunch more to add.
- How loud do I need to "clap" during test mode for the GB sensors? I tried this a few times and I really needed to clap loudly or very close to the sensor. Given the size of the room, it almost seems ineffective. Sensor is mounted about 10-12 feet away from the windows on a direct line. I was this location would provide coverage for multiple rooms and a foyer but that seems impossible.
- Does the GB sensor need to be facing the windows at +/- 90% angles? I can get it A LOT closer to the windows if I mount it on the ceiling above them or on the wall between the 2 windows.
- I've not activated a plan yet. How long can I run the system in test mode? Can I run the system "live" but simply turn the alarm off for the same effect? We have 2 cats so finding the perfect location for the motion sensors may take some time.
- Can the outdoor cameras be used indoors? I prefer the wireless set up of the outdoor cameras. And are they really as bad as a lot of people say? Mine are on back-order, so hopefully being improved before I take delivery.
I'm sure I'll have more questions the deeper I get into the system install but so far I'm liking what SS has to offer at a reasonable price and non-permanent sensor installations.
Thanks!
- My intention was to add to the system as I determined needs, wants, etc. What that means is that I only bought a few items during the 50% off sale. Now that I have a better idea that we're going to maintain SS as our provider, it seems that I can only add components at full price. That doesn't seem right, especially since I'm still in the 60-day return period. Has anyone had any success getting the discount extended? I have a bunch more to add.
- How loud do I need to "clap" during test mode for the GB sensors? I tried this a few times and I really needed to clap loudly or very close to the sensor. Given the size of the room, it almost seems ineffective. Sensor is mounted about 10-12 feet away from the windows on a direct line. I was this location would provide coverage for multiple rooms and a foyer but that seems impossible.
- Does the GB sensor need to be facing the windows at +/- 90% angles? I can get it A LOT closer to the windows if I mount it on the ceiling above them or on the wall between the 2 windows.
- I've not activated a plan yet. How long can I run the system in test mode? Can I run the system "live" but simply turn the alarm off for the same effect? We have 2 cats so finding the perfect location for the motion sensors may take some time.
- Can the outdoor cameras be used indoors? I prefer the wireless set up of the outdoor cameras. And are they really as bad as a lot of people say? Mine are on back-order, so hopefully being improved before I take delivery.
I'm sure I'll have more questions the deeper I get into the system install but so far I'm liking what SS has to offer at a reasonable price and non-permanent sensor installations.
Thanks!
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