My ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor is Stuck in Test Mode
## **No matter what you try, you can't get your Outdoor Motion Sensor out of test mode and it keeps flashing red when motion is detected. Here are a few tips to help:** * Move **both **motion timer and lux trigger dials to the right **away from the T mark**. Sometimes one of them will still be too close to the test…
My ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor Shows "Can't Detect Device" in Vera
### This points to a range or connectivity issue. Let's figure it out together: The very first thing to try is **Update Neighbor Nodes**. This is a helpful troubleshoot feature in Vera's interface that allows you to refresh the connections between hub and devices. It may help Vera find the most efficient route to you…
How to Add Your ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor to Hubitat
## The ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor will connect to Hubitat immediately from the box because it is officially integrated. The ZSE29 supports S2 Smart Start so for **Hubitat C-7 hubs only**, you'll want to select **Include without security **and add the ZSE29 without security** **to successfully add the device. If you'…
There is No LED Activity and My ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor is Unresponsive
### Once your sensor is powered up by USB or battery, you should see the LED indicator flash in response. If the unit works on USB but not battery, double check that the batteries are clear of their plastic wrappings and that they're oriented in the compartment correctly. If you have fresh batteries on hand, give tho…
How to Add Your Outdoor Motion Sensor ZSE29 to Home Assistant
### There are two ways to include this sensor to Home Assistant: manually and automatically. Here's how to auto-include the device: 1. In Home Assistant: open **Configuration **> **Integrations **> **Z-Wave JS** > **Configure**. 2. Click on **Add node**. 3. Click on **Start Inclusion** to initiate pairing. 4…
How to Access Advanced Settings for ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor on Hubitat
## You’ll be able to use the ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor out of the box since it’s officially integrated with Hubitat but you'll need a custom driver if you'd like to access the [advanced settings][1] available for ZSE29 VER. 2.0 and higher. Below are the steps on how to install the driver and where to find it. It's …
How to Add Your ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor to Your Z-Wave System
### "Inclusion" refers to the process of adding or pairing a device to your Z-Wave system. We thought we'd clarify this since each system uses different words for the same processes. You'll need to include your sensor to your network before mounting it in its final location. You can include it automatically or manual…
My ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor is Unresponsive to My Z-Wave System
### Here's what to try if your sensor goes offline or is unresponsive to Z-Wave commands: Your Outdoor Motion Sensor is a Z-Wave Plus device that has range of 130 feet line of sight. Even so, interferences like metal elements and thick walls can affect the device's range. Ultimately range is determined by the specifi…
My ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor Shows Offline in SmartThings
## This error usually points to a range or connectivity issue. Let's figure this out: We always start by performing **Network Repair**. This feature refreshes the connections between the hub and devices, and allows the hub to find the best communicate route to each device. **In your SmartThings app:** 1. Open you…
Can't Add My ZSE29 Outdoor Motion Sensor to Vera
### Exclusion is the first thing to try. If you gave inclusion a try and were unsuccessful, try [adding the sensor ][1]again and then trying the steps below once inclusion times out. VeraLite users - double check that your system is running on UI7 to ensure a smooth configuration process. 1. Tap the green **Retry*…
