Scenes

“Scenes” (also sometimes referred to as “Routines”) allow you to create custom rules for your system. They follow a pattern of “If this, then that” logic, where a “Trigger” needs to occur in order for an “Action” to happen. Here’s an example of what we mean: 

 

I want my system to arm to “Away” mode at 10:00 AM every day. 

 

The “Trigger" is 10:00 AM every day and the “Action” is to arm “Away.”

 

There are also “Conditions” that are still in development. Please ignore anything labeled “Conditions” at this time.

 

With the number of “Actions” and “Triggers” available, this function may seem a little overwhelming at first, however we have created a Recipe book for some of the more common Scenes you would wish to use. 

 

How to Create a Scene

Navigating to and setting up Scenes on the App can differ slightly depending on if you are using an Android or iOS device. Please confirm which operating system your device is using and follow the directions according to that operating system. 

 

Creating a Scene on Android

1. Log into the app

2. Click on the 3 bars at the top left to access the side menu

3. Select “Scenes”

4. Click on the (+) icon at the top right of the “Scenes” page to add a new Scene

5. Create a name for this Scene. Click “OK” to save that name

To add your Triggers and Actions to that Scene, refer to the “Modifying Scenes Section” 

 

Creating a Scene on iOS

1. Log into the app

2. Navigate to “Scenes” on the bottom menu

3. Click on the (+) icon at the top right to add a new Scenes

4. It will display “A New Scene.” Click on that Scene to modify the scene

   • If you want to rename the scene, click on the pencil icon on the scene modification page. 

To add your triggers and actions to that scene, refer to the “Modifying Scenes Section” 

 

Modifying or Editing Scenes

Making adjustments to your scenes on the app can differ slightly depending on if you are using an Android or iOS device. Please confirm which operating system your device is using and follow the directions according to that operating system.

 

Modifying a Scene on Android

1. Log into the app

2. Click on the 3 bars at the top left to access the side menu

3. Select “Scenes”

4. Click on the desired scene you wish to modify

5. On this page, you can add or remove Actions or Triggers or rename the scene

   1. To rename the scene, click on the pencil icon at the top and enter a new name in the pop-up followed by selecting the “OK” to save the changes. 

   2. To add a Trigger or Action, click on the (+) icon located at the bottom right of your device’s screen. Pay special attention to which tab you are on (whether Triggers or Actions) as that (+) icon will add the rule based on which tab you are on. 

   3. To Remove a Trigger or Action, click on the 3 dots next to the Trigger or Action created and click “Remove Conditions”. 

6. Your adjustments are automatically saved once you’ve made your changes. 

 

Modifying a Scene on iOS

1. Log into the app

2. Navigate to “Scenes” on the bottom menu. 

3. Click on the desired scene you wish to modify

4. On this page, you can add or remove Actions or Triggers or rename the scene

   1. To rename the scene, click on the pencil icon at the top and enter a new name in the pop-up followed by selecting the “OK” to save the changes. 

   2. To add a Trigger or Action, click on the (+) icon located at the bottom right of your device’s screen. Pay special attention to which tab you are on (whether Triggers or Actions) as that (+) icon will add the rule based on which tab you are on. 

   3. To remove a Trigger or Action, click on the 3 dots next to the Trigger or Action created and click “Delete”. 

5. Your adjustments are automatically saved once you’ve made your changes.

 

Deleting Scenes 

Removing scenes on the app can differ slightly depending on if you are using an Android or iOS device. Please confirm which operating system your device is using and follow the directions according to that operating system.

 

Deleting a Scene on Android

1. Log into the app

2. Click on the 3 bars at the top left to access the side menu

3. Select “Scenes”

4. Click on the 3 dots at the top right of the scene you wish to delete

5. Select “Delete”

6. Click on “Delete” on the confirmation pop-up to verify you wish to remove this scene. 

 

Deleting a Scene on iOS

1. Log into the app

2. Navigate to “Scenes” on the bottom menu

3. Click on the scene in question

4. Click on the 3 dots at the top right of that scene’s page. Click “Delete.” 

5. Click on “Continue” If you wish to proceed on deleting the scene.  

 

Activating and Disabling a Scene

Once your scene has been created and set, you can choose to activate the scene. This means that the scene will operate with the Triggers and Actions applied. 

 

To Activate a Scene: 

1. Log into the app

2. Navigate to the scenes section of your app

   1. On Android, it’s in the side menu by clicking on the 3 bars at the top left and selecting “Scenes” 

   2. On iOS it’s on the bottom menu under the section of “Scenes” 

3. Toggle the slider to the right on the scene you wish to have active. 

To  Disable/Deactivate a Scene: 

1. Log into the app

2. Navigate to the scenes section of your app

   1. On Android, it’s in the side menu by clicking on the 3 bars at the top left and selecting “Scenes” 

   2. On iOS it’s on the bottom menu under the section of “Scenes” 

3. Toggle the slider to the left on the scene you wish to have disabled.