The sensor should click back onto the backplate with no gaps along the edges. Open and close your door or window to update the sensor's status on your panel and in the app.

In this instructional video, you'll learn how to change the battery in your Vivint Door and Window Sensors and ensure that your home is fully protected.

Dec 28, 2025 · One essential aspect of maintenance is replacing the sensor batteries when needed. This process is straightforward and requires minimal tools or technical expertise. In …

Jul 6, 2025 · Over time, the battery may lose its charge, causing the sensor to stop working as intended. Fortunately, replacing the battery is a simple process that can be completed with …

Choose options without this coating. 1. Disarm your system. 2. Remove the DW10 from the wall plate. Press the tab on the sensor to open it up. Use the screwdriver to gently assist if needed. …

Protect your home’s vulnerable entry points with window and door alarm sensors that channel Vivint’s intuitive technology. Vivint door and window sensors detect motion to help prevent …

Mar 15, 2023 · This article will teach you how to reset your Vivint water sensors, door window sensors, and how to correctly perform a panel power down to prevent the dreaded customer …

You will need one CR2032 battery and a coin such as a penny to change the battery in your sensor.

If a Vivint window sensor still shows a low battery warning after replacement, first ensure the new battery is correctly installed with proper polarity. Remove and reinsert the sensor’s battery to …

Some batteries have a bitter child-safety coating which may interfere with Vivint device connectivity. Please use batteries without this coating. To help prevent child access we have …