Question : Does the Abode Recessed Door Sensor require professional installation?
Answer : No, it can be installed with a drill by the user.
Question : How long does the battery last?
Answer : The battery lasts an average of 10 years and is user-replaceable.
Question : Does the Abode Recessed Door Sensor work with Apple HomeKit?
Answer : Yes, but it requires pairing with a HomeKit compatible abode gateway.
Question : Is this sensor weather proof? Can I install it on an outside gate?
Answer : This device is not designed for outside use. Though it could be used, there is a high chance it may fail over time in an outdoor environment.
Question : Can the sensor tell if the door is partially closed or all the way closed?
Answer : The sensor will show the door as open if it is not closed to the point where the 2 contacts meet.
Question : Will the sensor work with Google Home?
Answer : The Abode sensors only work with Abode hubs. If you have an Abode hub, you can use the Google Home integration, but the sensors only work with the Abode hub.
Question : Does the sensor chime or make an alarm type of noise when the door is open?
Answer : The sensor can be set to make a sound on opening. However, you will need an Abode Gateway/Hub to operate.
Question : Will the sensor work with Insteon hub and system?
Answer : No, it will not. You need an Abode hub.
Question : Do I need to purchase anything else for the recessed sensor to work? And does it work on Android phones?
Answer : Abode security devices such as the recessed door sensors must be connected to the Abode Gateway or Iota Hub for them to work. Only the Abode video camera will work without purchasing the gateway or iota. They do work on Android phones.
Question : How can the sensor be installed on a window?
Answer : Installing the Abode recessed sensor on a window can be difficult. It would require the window frame to have enough area to drill a 3/4" X 3" deep hole and the area around the window pane would need enough room for a 3/4" X 3/4" hole. Abode recommends the Mini sensors as they are much smaller in size.
Question : Will the sensor work with Google Nest Hub Max or do I need another gateway?
Answer : To integrate with your Google account, the unit requires an Abode Gateway/Hub to communicate with Google.
Question : What is the approximate lifetime of the battery?
Answer : The battery can last up to 4-6 years depending upon its use.
Question : Can the sensor work as a standalone or only with the full security system?
Answer : It only works with the Abode system, as Abode uses a proprietary protocol.