Samsung SmartThings Motion Sensor

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If you search the forum, you can find every possible answer to your question, because different people have had different experiences. Philips Hue motion sensors are indeed standout devices within the smart home arena. From their long battery life to compatibility with third-party apps and Alexa routines, they enhance the functionality of your Philips Hue system. However, comparing with others like Wyze motion sensors would depend on personal preference and specific requirements. (Words: 58, Keywords: 8) 6. How does a Hue motion sensor interact with outdoor lighting? If that is also rubbish I’m going to try the Elgato Eve stuff. The tech may be Bluetooth, but for goodness sake I just want the sensors to work… or at least report that they may not in the case of battery drain. that is, or may reasonably be considered to be, defamatory, libelous, hateful, racially or religiously biased or offensive, unlawfully threatening or unlawfully harassing to any person or entity; On the other hand, if there is no motion after the 30 seconds the sensor will report that and the motion attribute gets set to inactive. Not all models of sensors report when motion stops. With those that don’t the handlers/drivers will use a timer to set inactive if an motion detected report isn’t heard for a period of time. I think this model does report though.

There is a “get started“ list there that includes topics like “the top 10 things to do with SmartThings“ and “what device should I get next?” as well as lists for everything from holiday projects to baby nurseries. There are many low-cost, automation systems that can perform basic rules of the “if A, then B” format. If I arrive home AND the time is between sunset and sunrise OR if the motion sensor on the front porch detects motion during the same time, turn on the porch lights UNLESS The date is between Thanksgiving and New Years (keeps the porch lights from spoiling the effect from the outdoor holiday lighting) If there has been no motion in the bathroom for 15 minutes AND the humidity levels have not been rising, turn off the bathroom lights (this keeps the lights on if someone is in the shower where the motion sensor might not detect them) If your device is currently using the Tasmota (Connect) Groovy SmartApp/Driver, you MUST remove the device from Tasmota (Connect), and then add it using Tasmota Edge.When the sensor detects motion this is reported to the hub and the device handler/driver will process it and set the motion attribute of the motion sensor capability to active. You can then use that in e.g. a Routine to perhaps set a light on. For lux, motion and temp it’s a toss up for me. Fibaro for looks but I have not had any issues with the Hue. In August I changed to an Edge driver for the ZNCZ12LM smart plug and it has been relatively painless to add any time I have had to, even in its normal location 35’ from the hub. SmartThings is a very powerful, versatile system even for non-programmers. You will have to do a little research to get started, but it definitely has rules capabilities far beyond many of the other low-cost home automation systems, so if you want those kinds of complex rules, it may be a very good match for you. Also in September I added a Aqara P1 motion sensor using an edge driver, it also dropped from the hub often during all the app/firmware changes that have occured over the last few months. I also added a Sengled ‎Smart Plugs G2 close to it and it has not dropped for a while even before 45.00011.

They are great for overhead lighting or for any light where the bulb is visible. Customers like that they are bright enough to use for standard household bulbs. While they are just 12 watts they are LED so that makes them brighter than traditional bulbs. I think perhaps you are battling against both the motion sensor and SmartThings. The actual behaviour is more like this: If you don’t mind, please consider aggregating that device to Tasmota some day. github.com w35l3y/tasmota-connect/blob/master/devicetypes/br-com-wesley/tasmota-virtual-fan.src/tasmota-virtual-fan.groovy /** Open Smart Life app and tap the Zigbee Gateway. Tap Add sub-device and select PIR Sensor. Follow on-screen instructions to continue If there has been no motion in the living room AND I am home turn off the Living room lights UNLESS the lights were turned on with the wall switch (manual override of the automatic light turn off)It even has a built-in light sensor so that it will conserve energy during the day. (If the room is already bright, the lights won’t turn on). Thanks to our friends at TWiT Netcast Network for the helpful video review. Sweet studio setup, guys! On the other hand, if you decide all you need are the most basic rules, then you may prefer to choose a system which is simpler, more intuitive, or less dependent on the cloud . Choice is good.