Setting Private Boolean in RM-4.0 not working correctly with SmartThings Sensor

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Reasons for using an accelerometer over the contact sensor is so I can simply attach the sensor underneath my mailbox to help protect it from the elements. It won't block the sensor's RF signal by being outside of a metal box.

FWIW I have my Iris contact sensor mounted underneath. You don’t have to use the magnet that comes with the sensor, any string magnet will work and I am using a round rare earth magnet that you will see attached to the mailbox door. See picture on this post.

Solder antenna wire on 3326-L Iris motion sensor for mailbox

I had same issue and ended up putting mine below mailbox and then put a small magnet on the door. This also prevents mail person from hitting it putting boxes inside too. [image] I will admit signal was still weak and I ended up buying an Xbee for a stronger and all has been good since.