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The Motion Sensors feature in the Smart PIERRE app provides effective monitoring for detecting movement in your home. Users can manage the Motion sensor from both the Dashboard and the I/O from the Menu.
Key benefits of the Motion sensor include:
1. Status Visibility:
- The status of the Motion sensor is visible on the Dashboard. When no motion is detected, a gray dot is shown next to the sensor, and when motion is detected, a green dot appears, indicating active motion detection.
2. Long Press for Advanced Options:
- A long press on the sensor icon provides access to the Edit and Used In tabs. The Edit tab allows users to customize the sensor’s name and picture, while the Used In tab shows all automations where the sensor is involved.
3. Automation Integration:
Motion sensors can be integrated into various automations for enhanced convenience. For example, when motion is detected, the system can automatically turn On the lights, ensuring energy is used efficiently only when needed.
The Motion Sensors feature integrates seamlessly with the PIERRE smart home system, providing real-time monitoring and automation that enhances comfort and security.
Motion sensor has two statuses.
When motion is detected, green dot as an indicator of this status is visible next to the Motion sensor.
In this case Garden Motion sensor has got green dot.
When motion is not detected, grey dot as an indicator of this status is visible next to the Motion sensor.
In this case Garden Motion sensor has grey dot.
To edit the Motion sensor settings, follow next steps.
Open I/O list, scroll to the Motion sensors and tap on the card od the desired Motion sensor from the list.
In order to edit Motion sensor you should edit following form:
- Name - Edit the Motion sensor's name.
- Role - Select the role from the list.
- Group - Choose a group from the list. This represents a logical grouping of I/O and scenarios.
- Pin - Select the Pin from the list. (The Pin is the physical location on the Controller where the I/O device is connected.)
- Photo - Choose a photo for the Motion sensor.
- Identifier - This field represents the I/O identifier in the electrical project.
- Advanced - Select the type of signal that activates or triggers the Motion sensor.
- Timeout - Set the duration for how long the Motion sensor will remain active in auto mode.
When you want to confirm your choice click on button Save or Submit button Delete in order to delete it.
Follow next steps.
GOOD TO KNOW:
Motion sensor can be edited by long-press the Motions sensor card on the Dashboard or tapping it in the I/O list.
Tap the picture of the Motion sensor.
You have four options:
Open Library - The phone’s Library will open.
Open Camera - You can take a picture using your smartphone.
Choose default image - These images are prepared in advance in order to provide a complete and seamless experience.
Remove image - Removes existing image.
Choose Timeout - scroll through columns for the Hours, Minutes, Seconds.
Tap Save button.
In this case, Motion sensor has set Timeout on 4 seconds.
The Used In tab shows all the scenarios and automations where the Motion sensor is applied. If it isn't used in any, the list will be empty, and a message will display: "This I/O is not in use anywhere." This feature is particularly useful as it consolidates all relevant information in one place.
Garden Motion sensor is used in automation for the Irrigation Valve.
When the Motion Sensor detects movement, the Light in the selected area automatically turns On. This automation is particularly useful in spaces like hallways or entryways, ensuring illumination only when someone is present. After a set period of inactivity (e.g., 2 minutes), the Light will turn Off automatically, saving energy. This setup provides efficient lighting control and enhances convenience by responding to real-time occupancy.
You can find Light on the Dashboard or on the I/O list.
Find Light on the Dashboard and long press its card, in this case Window Light.
In the Menu, under Settings, tap on the I/O.
Another way to find desired I/O is to open the I/O list, scroll through it to the Lights in this case and tap on the desired Light, in this case on Window Light.
Tap on the tab Automation.
Tap the +Add new Automation.
There is possibility to add:
- New Time condition,
- New Delay,
- Existing I/O.
Tap on the Existing I/O from the list.
Open I/O list, scroll to the Motion sensors and tap on the card od the desired Motion sensor from the list.
Window Light will turn On when Motion sensor in Living room detects motion and it will be turned On in auto mode for 120 s (timeout field on I/O).
Tap Detect Motion.
Tap Save.
Confirm automation - tap button Done.
