Yes, using the PIXIE Transceiver (PC100CS-R-BTAM) and a PIXIE Gateway (SGW3/BTAM) its possible to connect any Smoke Detector with a dry contact / volt free output and have the PIXIE system notify you via push messages on your mobile device of a Smoke Detector event.

In this detailed support article we explain how it all works and offer a range of smoke detectors to which you can connect PIXIE too.

What’s Needed for PIXIE Smoke Detector Notifications to Operate? #

The very first thing you must do is update all software:

• 📱🔄 Update the PIXIE PLUS App
• 📡🔄 Update the PIXIE Gateway – remember you may need to wait a minute or 2 after updating the gateway before proceeding as it reboots.
• 🛠️🔄 Update the Transceiver Firmware

You will also need a compatible smoke detector and we have provided a list of options at the end of this article as SAL PIXIE does not make Smoke detectors.

Activate Notifications in the PIXIE PLUS App #

Once  you have updated the PIXIE PLUS app and the PIXIE Gateway, you will now be able to see additional capabilities for the NOTIFICATION section.

To get there, from the home page ( favourites ), top right hand corner, 3 little dots, select Settings, select Notification.

For the Transceiver to work correctly you must enable Push Notifications which until now were only available for Garage Door notifications for users with the PIXIE Garage Door and Gate Controller.

Make Sure “All Sensors” is also toggled ON.

Once this is enabled, any function you create for the Transceiver will send Push Notifications to your mobile device as long as its STATUS is ARMED.

Additionally when you ARM and DISARM the transceiver device, you will receive Push Notifications of these changes to the Armed and Disarmed status.

Do Not Disturb #

Also, choose if there is a time period when you would not like to receive notifications via the Do Not Disturb function toggle.

As this article is specifically addressing integration of smoke detectors it may be wise to disable these altogether, that is do not use Do Not Disturb

The PIXIE Transceiver #

PIXIE Contact Sensor Transceiver is a smart PIXIE device that monitors open & closed status of gates/doors/windows, via a set of contact sensors (sold separately).

With this recent firmware update ( September 2025 ) its now possible to also send customisable push notification when trigger events occur, via 2 new functions:

• ⚡🔔 Latch Notifier – Send separate, custom messages with Emojis –  on Latch event and on Unlatch Event
• 🔒🔔 Pulse Notifier – Send a single customisable message with Emojis – on Pulse event

First, Update Firmware #

Whether you already have this device in your home or you have just bought it new specifically for this function, you will need to update the firmware.

For users already with this in their home follow the standard process to Update Master Device Firmware.

For new additions there’s an extra step.

When you first scan and add the device you are asked what type of function you would like.

To start, just choose the “DOOR SENSOR” option.

Add the device, and then update the firmware via the standard process to Update Master Device Firmware.

Then, FACTORY RESET the device – press the service button 9 times quickly within 2-3 seconds.

The Transceiver device will flash blue and white to indicate it has been reset. Head to the device in the PIXIE PLUS app, and choose the delete function on screen.

Now head back to ADD DEVICES, the PIXIE PLUS app will scan again and find the Sensor Transceiver again, ADD it, but this time choose the LATCH Notifier or PULSE notifier option as you need.

Armed and Disarmed #

The PIXIE Transceiver also has 2 operating modes – Armed and Disarmed – and these operating states can be changed:

• Manually with direct device control from the app
• By pairing a PIXIE Multifunction controller to it
• Via a Schedule
• As part of a Scene
• Via PROGRAMode program (THEN) action

This provides some additional logic control capabilities based on simple state changes:

1. When Push Notifications are DISABLED and/or SENSORs are DISABLED in Push Notifications, no matter the state – Armed or Disarmed – you will not receive any Push Notifications.
2. When the Transceiver is ARMED and you have Push Notifications / Sensors enabled you will receive PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
3. When the Transceiver is DISARMED and you have Push Notifications / Sensors enabled you will NOT receive PUSH NOTIFICATIONS

As you can see with the combination of these functions  you can really fine tune how and when you receive Push Notifications from the Transceiver:

1. 🔔 Enabling Push Notification
2. 📵 Do Not Disturb Time Period
3. 🔒 Armed and Disarmed status

MASTER Link Functions #

One last function to note about the Transceiver is that it also has MASTER Link functionality which can be enabled.

MASTER Link enables users to impact other devices or groups in the PIXIE Home when Pulsed, Latched and/or Unlatched, depending on the  operation you have chosen to use the Transceiver with.

MASTER Link transmits directly over Bluetooth Mesh to the PIXIE home mesh, does not depend on the PIXIE Gateway, WiFi or the home network being intact and operational, and provides a level of certainty with respects to the operation being requested.

In this case, when a SMOKE Alarm is connected to the Transceiver, it would be possible, for example, to turn on all the INSIDE lights to 100%.

If you were sleeping and this happened, this could be an effective way to let you know of the smoke alarm event – assuming you were not woken by the smoke alarm noise.

The Notifier #

There are 2 Notifiers now available with the PIXIE Transceiver:

• ⚡🔔 Latch Notifier – Send separate, custom messages with Emojis –  on Latch event and on Unlatch Event
• 🔒🔔 Pulse Notifier – Send a single customisable message with Emojis – on Pulse event

As each PIXIE Transceiver can be named, when the Push Notification is sent user are informed which device has been activated AND a specific message from that device is communicated.

Latch Notifier #

The Latch Notifier allows users to create custom Push Notifications for  a LATCH even and an UNLATCH events. These are defined as separate messages in the app.

For example:

🚨 SMOKE Detector has Activated!! 🚨

The customisable messages also enable use of Emjos which can be useful on mobile phones which often receive a lot of notifications.

Pulse Notifier #

The Pulse notifier only has a single messaging option available with the ability to define the period, in seconds, for the Pulse.

That is, if the Transceiver is set to receive a PULSE message ( open and close / latch and unlatch) users can determine an exact PULSE length, in seconds,  starting at 1s and up to 20s in length.

This can help compatibility with a range of different smoke detectors which may have specific output pulse ranges in their capabilities.

History Log #

PIXIE PLUS also has a log function which provides a 7 day review of all network functions from schedules, scenes, PROGRAMs, Notifier Events and Alarm/ Disarm Events from the PIXIE Transceiver.

A useful way to review if there are any events which have occurred that may have been missed and to review system operation.

Compatible Smoke Alarms #

Compatible Smoke Alarms must have a dry contact output as the PIXIE Transceiver will only accept volt free/ dry contact inputs from these – it cannot accept mains rated relay outputs, doing so would irreversibly damage the product.

The great news is that there are a lot of Smoke Detectors which have the dry contact outputs built in already.

If you already have mains powered Smoke Detectors there are also a range of kits which can be fitted to these existing Smoke Detectors so that they can provide these dry contact outputs to operate with the PIXIE Transceiver.

240V Smoke Alarms with Dry-Contact Outputs (Australia) #

The table below lists Australian-available 240V mains-powered smoke alarms and compatible relay bases (or modules) that provide dry contact (volt-free) outputs.

Each entry includes the manufacturer, part number, a brief product description, and a link to the product page (from an Australian manufacturer or supplier).

Note SAL PIXIE has no affiliation with any of these products and have not tested these or verified the information is true and accurate. The information provided has been derived from the relevant manufacturers websites and users are encouraged to undertake there own research to determine compatibility.

• Manufacturer: Clipsal (Schneider Electric)
• Part Number: 755RB
• Product Description: Relay Mounting Base – Optional base for Clipsal 755 series 240 V smoke alarms (e.g. 755PSMA4). Provides an isolated changeover relay (NO/NC, dry contact) for integrating alarms with third-party devices (lights, sirens, etc.), plus remote Test/Hush input clipsal.com

• Manufacturer: Clipsal (Schneider Electric)
• Part Number: 756
• Product Description: Smoke Alarm Isolation Unit – An add-on module (surface-mount) compatible with Clipsal FireTek 755 series alarms. Provides a set of isolated N.O. and N.C. dry contacts that close on alarm, allowing activation of auxiliary devices (e.g. sirens, strobes, security panels) when the interconnected smoke alarm system triggers clipsal.

• Manufacturer: Red Smoke Alarms
• Part Number: RRB
• Product Description: Relay Base – Mounting base for Red R240/R240RC series 240 V smoke alarms. Integrates Red alarms with external devices via a voltage-free changeover contact. The relay can be configured to activate on a local alarm only or on any interconnected alarm, enabling control of lights, sirens, etc. (Dry contact rated 250 V AC, 2 A device.report.)

• Manufacturer: Red Smoke Alarms
• Part Number: RRURF
• Product Description: 240 V RF Relay Unit – Standalone relay module (mains powered, with 10-year lithium backup) that links to Red’s wireless or hardwired interconnected alarms. When any linked alarm triggers, the unit’s volt-free relay contacts (NO/NC, rated 250 V AC 5 A) activate. Supports up to 20 wireless and 40 wired interconnections; ideal for signaling lighting, fans or panels upon alarm.

• Manufacturer: PSA (Lifesaver Series)
• Part Number: LIFSAIR (Gen 2)
• Product Description: Smoke Alarm Isolation Relay – In-line relay module for PSA Lifesaver 240 V smoke, heat, and CO alarms. Provides dry contact outputs (one NO & one NC) rated at 240 V AC / 30 V DC @ 5 A for connection to auxiliary devices. psaproducts.com.au. Operates only when a connected alarm is in alarm state (and even in mains failure, via the interconnect line) psaproducts.com.au. Features selectable relay modes (latching, pulse, or CO-only).

• Manufacturer: Brooks (Ei Electronics)
• Part Number: BA128
• Product Description: 230 V Relay Base – Surface-mount base with integral relay for Brooks mains alarms (suits Brooks/Ei 140RC, 160e, and 3000 series detectors). When the attached smoke/heat alarm goes into alarm, the base’s isolated changeover contacts (rated 250 V AC, 8 A resistive) activate. brooks.com.au. Used to interface alarms with emergency lighting, door releases, alarm panels, etc.

• Manufacturer: Cavius
• Part Number: 9005 CAVRI
• Product Description: Wireless Family Relay Interface – A 240 V mains-powered relay unit (with battery backup) for Cavius Wireless Family smoke/heat alarms. It provides a volt-free NO/NC relay output (changeover contacts) that closes when any linked Cavius alarm is triggered. cavius.com.au. Rated for 250 V AC @ 5 A (or 30 V DC @ 5 A) cavius.com.au, it allows connection of alarms to security systems, BMS/fire panels, strobes, door holders, etc., and also features a trigger input for activating the alarms from external systems.

Each of the above solutions is available through Australian suppliers or manufacturers and is designed to provide a dry contact (volt-free) output from a mains-powered smoke alarm system to the PIXIE Translator.

This output can then be used to trigger external devices such as alarm panels, ventilation shut-offs, strobes, or other safety systems as needed. All listed products meet relevant Australian standards for smoke alarms and accessories.