How does First Alert connect to Zwave?
Pair the ZCOMBO (1st generation) to your Ring Alarm Base Station
- In the Ring mobile app*, tap to add a device.
- Under Security Devices, locate Alarms > First Alert Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm.
- Tap Ready.
- Open the battery tray of your alarm.
- Insert the batteries but keep the battery tray open for now.
- Tap Next.
How do I reset my first alert Z-wave smoke detector?
I performed a reset procedure ; If excluding and removing the detector does not produce results, factory reset the device:
- Make sure the device is powered.
- Press and hold the test button for 10+ seconds.
- The LED blinked red a couple of times along with some beeps.
What is First Alert Zwave?
About This Product. The First Alert ZCOMBO is a z-wave protocol smoke and carbon monoxide combination alarm. This battery-operated alarm will operate with 3rd party, certified z-wave devices enabled with the First Alert protocol and the basic command class required by all z-wave devices.
What is Z-wave smoke detector?
What is a Z-wave alarm? Z-Wave is a wireless protocol that uses radio waves to to help smart devices or appliances communicate with one another. Incorporating Z-Wave technology into a series of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms provides a host of intuitive benefits unavailable in other detectors.
Does Z-Wave work with Ring?
All Ring devices are Z-Wave compatible. Ring Alarm’s base station operates as a Z-Wave hub, so the elements of the Ring Alarm system can communicate with each other without interfering with your home’s Wi-Fi network.
How do I pair my Z wave smoke detector?
First Alert Pairing Process: Insert the Battery into the smoke detector and then press and hold the Test Button for 5 Seconds while you slide the battery tray into the unit. In a couple of seconds, you should see the Smoke Detector show up in the Add Devices Dialog. Click Add and then follow the Wizard to complete.
Are all Z-Wave devices compatible?
Yes, all Z-Wave devices are compatible. You can buy Z-Wave products from any manufacturer and be confident that they will work with other Z-Wave smart home gadgets.