If you are looking for a way to automate your home lighting, then motion sensor switches may be worth considering. These devices can be used to turn lights on and off automatically, based on the movement of people and objects in a room. While they can be a bit more expensive than traditional light switches, they can offer greater convenience and energy savings in the long run.
There is no scientific evidence that suggests motion sensors are harmful to human health. However, some people may be sensitive to the electromagnetic fields (EMF) emitted by these devices. EMF exposure has been linked to a variety of health concerns, including cancer, so it is important to take precautions if you are concerned about your EMF exposure. The best way to reduce your EMF exposure from motion sensors is to keep them turned off when you are not using them.
Yes, you can install a motion sensor to an existing light switch. You will need to purchase a motion sensor switch, which is a special type of switch that is designed to be used with a motion sensor. These switches are available at most home improvement stores.
Yes, wind can set off motion sensor lights. Motion sensor lights are designed to detect movement, and the wind can trigger the sensor. If you have a motion sensor light that is being triggered by the wind, you can try adjusting the sensitivity of the sensor.
4.4/5
The Philips Hue Motion Sensor can be placed freely for an optimal detection area, or mounted to a wall using screws (included). The device is battery powered, wireless and installation free (no re-wiring required) to control your lights without hassle
Installed in a minute. Simply follow the instructions in the Philips Hue app. Our smart lights default settings get you going, or personalize these settings to fit your needs
Place anywhere in your home including your hallway, bathroom, kitchen, and more. The integrated light sensor saves energy by detecting when rooms are vacant and automatically turning off lights
The Philips Hue Smart Motion Sensor combines convenience and energy effeciency. Have your lights turn on when you walk into a room, and off when you leave. The Smart sensor detects optimum daylight levels to conserve energy during the day
The Philips Hue motion sensor requires a Philips Hue bridge to make it part of your smart home lighting system. The Philips Hue system can control up to 50 smart lights
During the night the Philips Hue Motion Sensor will switch to smart night light settings: a gentle, warm light setting to help you navigate during the night without disturbing your rest
When you use the Philips Hue motion sensor with a Philips Hue bridge, you can use it to control any HomeKit compatible appliance
$234
I adore them. They number four for me. We recently purchased a new apartment, and each switchplate has four or five lightswitches in a row. We are too old to understand all of them. You can't teach an old dog new tricks since we are senior citizens with empty nests. By "old dog," I obviously mean "husband." Because he frequently forgets to turn out the lights, this is ideal for us. I can quit griping that he left them on because he doesn't have to switch them on or off.One is positioned above our front entrance so that as we come from either way, the lights in the foyer fixture and the lower stairwell lighting turn on. One more is in our master bedroom's adjacent closet. Between the master bedroom and master bath is a walk-through closet. Now my husband doesn't have to remember to flip the switch off, which is kind of buried beneath my bathrobe.A third is in charge of the higher stair fixture leading up to our loft level. As we move toward the stairs, the entryway sensor activates the bottom fixture. We had to try to identify which of four distinct switches controlled the stair light fixtures at the top of the stairs and the four at the bottom before installing the Hue lights and sensor. What the other three upstairs do is still a mystery to me; I'll have to research it when I have some additional time. I'd guess outlets. My favorite sensor is the last one; it operates a Lightstrip Plus with three extensions on a tall structure like a shelf that hangs over our kitchen.As we walked through our kitchen area before installing the Lightstrips and the motion sensor, we would try to identify which of the five switches controlled the various lighting options: the overhead recessed bulbs, the island pendants, the undercabinet lighting, the living room ceiling fan, and apparently one more that controls who knows what. Therefore, most of the time we would just skip the choice altogether and wind up kicking the cat bowl across the room in the dark. or by the unfortunate cat herself being kicked. Since the sensor's magnet adheres to the metal corner bead on the kitchen wall and is positioned to catch us as we approach, I didn't even need to put it for the lights to turn on when we enter from either way.
4.4/5
Combine with timer on GOODSMANN power packs to customize On/Off cycle
Automatically turns lights on at dark and off during daylight hours
Durable weatherproof construction
For use with GOODSMANN non-digital transformers 45watts, 120 watts, 200 watts or greater
Includes wall mounting bracket
$234
I now have a spare because I was unaware that this was included with the power supply. Given that the power supply is in my basement, I spliced 12 feet of wire. It works perfectly when I mounted it outside.
4.3/5
Occupancy switch mode (Auto ON, Auto OFF) and vacancy switch mode (Manual ON, Auto OFF) allow you to customize the sensor according to your needs
Delay times: 15 sec (Test), 10 min, 20 min, 30 min. Adjustable range
Sensor switch detects motion to automatically turn lights on and off based on the occupancy and vacancy in a room
NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED, 1,200 square feet coverage, 180 Degree View; 120VAC, 500W Incandescent, Halogen, Fluorescent, LED, CFL, Works with all bulb types. Single Pole Only. Wall plate included
Motion sensor switch uses a passive infrared (PIR) sensor to reduce false triggers from unwanted movements
$234
This clever switch does exactly what it's supposed to do and has an added feature: if it turns off by itself while in vacancy mode (vacancy mode is defined as manual on, automatic off), even though someone is actually still in the area, it can be turned back on by sensing motion within 30 seconds of turning off. The family members who become irritated when your technology leaves them in the dark while they're attempting to take a shower would appreciate this (oops).Why did I give it four instead of five stars?I just have one complaint, but that actually defeats the point of the swap. None of these wonderful "green" gadgets, it struck me, mention the idle current demand. That is, how much energy it uses even when the lights are not on. I tested all of my hardwired z-wave devices in addition to these switches because this could seem like a minor matter until you look at the specifics. These outcomes are listed:Micro switch from Aeon Labs: 13 mA15 mA plug adaptor from Aeon Labs16 mA GE Smart Switch19 mA GE Smart Dimmer37 mA for TopGreeener TDOS5 (this switch).(Hmm, it seems I've admitted to being a little bit OCD at this point.)I'll now compare a few devices just on the basis of current draw rather than translating everything to power/energy and discussing the expected cost to power the idle switch (because all devices share the same voltage and $/kWh, this will be an apples to apples comparison).Let's imagine you have a few rooms in your home that aren't used very often, but you don't want the light to be left on for days on end just because no one comes in to check on it (e.g. the utility closet, attic light, basement light, etc.). A switch that turns itself off—this may seem like the ideal answer! The issue is that this switch uses 37mA even while the light is out, while a 40W LED bulb uses approximately 72mA! that means using this switch will be the same as turning the light on continuously throughout the day. It bears repeating that even if you NEVER turn on the lights, this switch will use the same amount of energy as if you left the light on for 4,380 hours every year, or half of every day. Installing this switch will consequently significantly increase the energy usage of that circuit even if you only used the light a few hours a month before.Similar results are obtained with bathroom fans, for example. This switch would appear to be a practical solution if you have a few bathrooms and want to prevent fans from running for an excessively long time. Well... According to my measurement, my exhaust fan uses roughly 650 mA. Therefore, over the course of a day, this switch will use around 30% more energy than a fan that is left on for an hour would. Any fan that is regularly utilized for less than an hour per day will therefore benefit more from being free of this switch's persistent burden. Your overall energy consumption will significantly increase if you install the switch in these applications.Even if it sounds awful, there are situations in which this switch would conserve energy like a pro. For instance:1. A space with a lot of incandescent lights, which use a lot of energy quickly2. A space with numerous commonly used LED lights (i.e. a bathroom vanity with 4 or 6 bulbs)In these circumstances, the energy saved by shortening the ON time will accumulate very quickly, making the energy used by idle current irrelevant.Unfortunately, out of the 12 applications I had in mind, this swap will only be useful to me in roughly 3 of them. (For example, it would be ineffective in the attic, utility closet, basement sump closet, guest bathroom, guest closet, and all bathroom fans.)The moral of the story is that in order to prevent unintentional financial and energy waste, you must take into account all of the components of your "green" initiatives. A $3 toggle switch will ultimately prove to be more energy-efficient than the more expensive, automated choices in a number of applications.
4.3/5
Automatically turns the lights on when you enter the room and off when you leave
Works with all bulb types; up to 250-Watt incandescent, halogen, electronic low voltage 200-Watt magnetic low voltage 150-Watt CFL/LED 2 Amp ballasts
Includes (1) Maestro sensor switch; coordinating wallplate sold separately
Programmable time-out of lights - 1, 5, 15 or 30 minutes
Features XCT sensing technology which detects fine motion, such as typing at a desk or reading, ensuring lights do not turn off inadvertently
Single-pole only; great for small rooms like kitchens, laundry rooms and closets
Installs in as little as 15 minutes; ground wire is required, no neutral required
Optional: senses daylight so lights do not turn on when there is enough natural light in the room
$234
If I could, I would give these occupancy switches 10 stars since I adore them so much!We recently moved into a newly built home, and it appears that CA code now mandates vacancy switches in locations like restrooms and laundry areas. Since we moved here, I've acquired a lot of knowledge. For example, I didn't know the distinction between an occupancy switch and a vacancy switch (or that there were two kinds of switches). I used to work in an office with occupancy switches in the conference rooms. When everyone was seated at a table without moving much, the lights would go off. To get the lights back on, the full room of businessmen in suits and ties would start waving their arms in the air. I therefore assumed that a motion detector on a switch meant it was an occupancy switch. A vacancy swap is something I was unaware about. So when we moved into this house with these vacancy switches, they didn't seem to work. Neither did they seem to turn on or off without the use of the switch. So I started searching online and discovered everything there was to know about vacancy vs. occupancy. An occupancy switch will turn the lights on when it detects motion and off after a predetermined period of inactivity. A vacancy switch will turn a switch off after a predetermined period of inactivity but will not turn on the lights. If you'd want, you can configure these Lutron occupancy switches to function as vacancy switches. Vacancy switches aren't really necessary in our home because there are only two reasonably responsible adults living there and turning off the lights is not a concern for us. In fact, the ones we had were even more useless because they didn't turn the lights off for 30 minutes after they sensed inactivity, leaving the lights on much longer than if we had done it ourselves. Additionally, the motion detector in the guest bathroom was positioned such that it faced the mirror, which was facing the door. As a result, whenever someone (or a dog) went by the open door, the motion detector picked up the activity in the mirror, and the switch never turned off.What a relief it was to replace the vacancy switches in the restrooms and laundry room with standard toggle switches! However, all of this made me think that occupancy switches would be great in a number of other places, so I looked at the reviews and discovered these switches, so I ordered 4 of them (2 orders of 2-packs):I recently installed one in our walk-in pantry; it turns on as soon as you enter the space and turns off after 30 seconds (the minimum you can set these switches to).- One was installed in our master walk-in closet; my husband's robe hangs on a hook directly next to the switch and sometimes obscures the motion detector, but it still detects movement as we enter the closet, and if it doesn't, we can simply touch his robe to trigger the light to turn on:-) The only problem I've discovered is that the light turns off while I'm folding laundry in the closet and the robe hides me from the motion sensor. The timer for this one is similarly set to 30 seconds.The third one, which is located in the laundry room, was the most challenging to install because it was a 3-way switch and these occupancy switches are single pole. It didn't make sense to have two switches in the laundry room because they are practically touching each other at the same time. I looked it up online, removed one of the switches, and then set it up so that the other switch was now a single pole so that I could replace the switch with the occupancy switch. The light also turns on when we enter the house through the laundry room from the garage, allowing us to see where we are going. It worked flawlessly, and now whenever I enter the laundry room with a load of laundry I don't have to look for the switch. This one is also set to 30 seconds.- The fourth switch is located in the garage. You must enter the garage to activate it, and because the garage door must "automatically close," it closes as you search for the switch, leaving you in the dark until you discover it. All of that has been fixed with the motion detector. As an added plus, the garage light turns on as the overhead door opens, making the space nicely lit. This one is configured to detect daylight, so the lights only turn on when the garage is dark. This one is similarly configured to turn off after five minutes.The coat closet is the next location I need to install one, and I'm sure there are others.I adore them! (I apologize for the lengthy review; I suppose I got carried away.)
4.3/5
Connect it with your Nest or Samsung SmartThings system. Each kit includes one Hue Motion Sensor with two AAA alkaline batteries, a magnet, screws, a manual, and a two-year warranty.
Light up a room simply by walking in and control the intensity by the time of day, such as a gentle, warm nightlight to help you navigate your home at night.
Make it part of your Hue home lighting system with Hue accessories (sold separately) such as the Hue Tap or Hue Motion Sensor. Control by voice with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant.
Battery powered, wireless, and installation free, this Hue Motion Sensor requires the Hue hub (sold separately) to work, connecting to your Hue system with control via the Philips Hue App.
Place it anywhere in your home including your hallway, bathroom, kitchen, and more. The integrated light sensor saves energy by detecting when rooms are vacant and automatically turning off lights.
$234
It makes perfect sense to get this if you have invested in the Hue system. It has been rock solid for me for more than two months. My refrigerator is equipped with a motion sensor that manages the light strips above the cabinets. Before I even enter the kitchen, the motion sensor switches on the lights when I am, roughly, three feet away from it.The Hue app is the main drawback of this gadget. It just allows you to control the devices in a room, not a specific device. Next, the motion sensor can only detect two time periods by default: Morning and Night. To enable more time slots, you must visit the HueLabs website, which is dependent on Philips. Their program is fairly basic and does not offer you many options. I give it a 4 out of 5 stars, nonetheless, because the motion sensor is absolutely reliable. I have other Homekit motion sensors, but the Philips Hue Motion Sensor works much better than the others in controlling my Hue Lightstrip and my new candelabra bulb (Philips 468926 Hue White Ambiance E12 Candelabra 6 Watt Connected LED Bulb, Works with Amazon Alexa). The lightstrip and candelabra lamp are specifically always turned on by the Homekit sensors, but they sometimes have difficulties turning them off once motion is no longer detected. This could be a bug in Homekit. The Hue Motion Sensor, however, functions perfectly with these goods.Consequently, the motion sensor itself performs admirably despite the primitive software.Aktuelles 10.10.2017I made this motion detector compatible with Homekit devices with the most recent version. This motion sensor works quickly. Compared to the Fibaro, Elgato, and iHome motion sensors, it turns on my lights more quickly. The motion detector timeout setting was removed by Philips, which is the only drawback. That setting appears to be set to a maximum of 30 seconds at the moment. I'm hoping they'll add it back in a later version.
4.3/5
Optional: senses daylight so lights do not turn on when there is enough natural light in the room
Includes (1) maestro sensor switch; coordinating wallplate sold separately
Programmable time out of lights 1, 5, 15 or 30 minutes
Works with all bulb types; up to 250 Watt incandescent, halogen, electronic low voltage 200 Watt magnetic low voltage 150 Watt CFL/LED 2 Amp ballasts
Automatically turns the lights on when you enter the room and off when you leave
Single pole only; great for small rooms like kitchens, laundry rooms and closets
Installs in as little as 15 minutes; ground wire is required, no neutral required
Features XCT sensing technology which detects fine motion, such as typing at a desk or reading, ensuring lights do not turn off inadvertently
$234
If I could, I would give these occupancy switches 10 stars since I adore them so much!We recently moved into a newly built home, and it appears that CA code now mandates vacancy switches in locations like restrooms and laundry areas. Since we moved here, I've acquired a lot of knowledge. For example, I didn't know the distinction between an occupancy switch and a vacancy switch (or that there were two kinds of switches). I used to work in an office with occupancy switches in the conference rooms. When everyone was seated at a table without moving much, the lights would go off. To get the lights back on, the full room of businessmen in suits and ties would start waving their arms in the air. I therefore assumed that a motion detector on a switch meant it was an occupancy switch. A vacancy swap is something I was unaware about. So when we moved into this house with these vacancy switches, they didn't seem to work. Neither did they seem to turn on or off without the use of the switch. So I started searching online and discovered everything there was to know about vacancy vs. occupancy. An occupancy switch will turn the lights on when it detects motion and off after a predetermined period of inactivity. A vacancy switch will turn a switch off after a predetermined period of inactivity but will not turn on the lights. If you'd want, you can configure these Lutron occupancy switches to function as vacancy switches. Vacancy switches aren't really necessary in our home because there are only two reasonably responsible adults living there and turning off the lights is not a concern for us. In fact, the ones we had were even more useless because they didn't turn the lights off for 30 minutes after they sensed inactivity, leaving the lights on much longer than if we had done it ourselves. Additionally, the motion detector in the guest bathroom was positioned such that it faced the mirror, which was facing the door. As a result, whenever someone (or a dog) went by the open door, the motion detector picked up the activity in the mirror, and the switch never turned off.What a relief it was to replace the vacancy switches in the restrooms and laundry room with standard toggle switches! However, all of this made me think that occupancy switches would be great in a number of other places, so I looked at the reviews and discovered these switches, so I ordered 4 of them (2 orders of 2-packs):I recently installed one in our walk-in pantry; it turns on as soon as you enter the space and turns off after 30 seconds (the minimum you can set these switches to).- One was installed in our master walk-in closet; my husband's robe hangs on a hook directly next to the switch and sometimes obscures the motion detector, but it still detects movement as we enter the closet, and if it doesn't, we can simply touch his robe to trigger the light to turn on:-) The only problem I've discovered is that the light turns off while I'm folding laundry in the closet and the robe hides me from the motion sensor. The timer for this one is similarly set to 30 seconds.The third one, which is located in the laundry room, was the most challenging to install because it was a 3-way switch and these occupancy switches are single pole. It didn't make sense to have two switches in the laundry room because they are practically touching each other at the same time. I looked it up online, removed one of the switches, and then set it up so that the other switch was now a single pole so that I could replace the switch with the occupancy switch. The light also turns on when we enter the house through the laundry room from the garage, allowing us to see where we are going. It worked flawlessly, and now whenever I enter the laundry room with a load of laundry I don't have to look for the switch. This one is also set to 30 seconds.- The fourth switch is located in the garage. You must enter the garage to activate it, and because the garage door must "automatically close," it closes as you search for the switch, leaving you in the dark until you discover it. All of that has been fixed with the motion detector. As an added plus, the garage light turns on as the overhead door opens, making the space nicely lit. This one is configured to detect daylight, so the lights only turn on when the garage is dark. This one is similarly configured to turn off after five minutes.The coat closet is the next location I need to install one, and I'm sure there are others.I adore them! (I apologize for the lengthy review; I suppose I got carried away.)
4.2/5
Occupancy sensor light switch features variable time delay from 15 sec (test mode) to 30 min
Neutral wire required for installation. Single pole use only. 120VAC, CFL/LED: 150W, Incandescent/Halogen: 500W, Motor: 1/8 HP. Operating temperature (32 – 131°F). Two standard decorator wall plates included
2-pack motion sensor switch automatically turns on/off lights, fans, and motors based on the occupancy and vacancy detected in a room
AUTO mode works as an occupancy sensor (Auto ON, Auto OFF). ON and OFF modes allow you to override the sensor and use the sensor switch as a regular light switch
Max Sensor Coverage Area 707 sq ft, 180º Field of View. Adjustable range and sensitivity from 30% to 100%
$234
Application: Automatic Occupancy Switch for Home Theater Hallway Entrance with Manual OverrideUSE CASE: Automatically switches on the lights as soon as a person enters a room, giving them time to settle in before turning them off (I set it to 1min duration). I covered a piece of the sensor with white electrical tape to prevent it from activating the lights when I pass this hallway without going into the room.WHY THIS KIND OF SWITCH: I chose this particular switch because I can swiftly flip it off when I stand up to leave the room, avoiding disturbing anyone who is accustomed to the low illumination. Until it is manually switched back into automatic mode, this switch will always be off. Similar to that, if I want to amuse myself without watching a movie, I can program it to keep the lights on even if there isn't any movement in the corridor.THE GOOD: Performs admirably in any type of lighting (CFL, LED, Incandescent). I am replacing every Leviton PR150-1LW Motion Sensing Light Switch in my home with the TOPGREENER version since the Leviton PR150-1LW model causes numerous LED lights to flicker while in the automated setting mode. I was unable to locate any name brand switches (Leviton or Luxtron) with manual override controls that function with any type of lighting.The industrial design is a bit big and unattractive. The Lutron Maestro MS-OPS Motion Sensing Lightswitches are what I use for high traffic areas and places where I want dependable automated management without any manual override. The passive IR sensor protrudes from the wall providing it good 180deg visibility, but it doesn't appear as stylish and modern. I've never heard of the TOPGREENER brand. However, the seeming quality is good.NOTE: I'm attempting to eliminate all printed manuals and go paperless. I'm going to include scanned copies of TOPGREENER's paper manual with this review since it doesn't seem like they have any PDF manuals on their website. Since Amazon would not allow me to attach a PDF, I am sending PNG files instead.
4.2/5
🌟 100% REFUND GUARANTEE: Welcome order ECOELER Sensor Switch products. If you don't absolutely love our product, let us know and receive a full, no questions asked refund. During used, if our Motion sensors is broken, don’t working, please contact us, we will refund or pay a new one to you.
🌟 CERTIFICATION: Pir light sensor switch have UL Certified, FCC Listed and California Title 24 Compliant. Multiple certifications, Let the customers be assured.
🌟 AUTO OFF, MANUAL ON OPTION: The Occupancy switch mode (Auto ON, Auto OFF) and vacancy switch mode (Manual ON, Auto OFF) allow you to customize the sensor according to your needs. Save money on your energy bill by making sure unused lights and fans are always turned off with a motion sensor switch. Vacancy mode’s manual-on feature saves further energy by ensuring lights and fans are turned on only when needed with a motion sensor switch. Avoid having lights and fans accidentally left on all da
🌟 NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED, The Pir sensor switch requires connecting all 4 wires (including the NEUTRAL wire) in order to function properly. Allowing the lights to turn on from multiple switch locations in the room. Please confirm you’re wiring setup before purchase. If you have any doubt, please consult with a licensed electrician.
🌟 VERSATILE SETTINGS: The Light switch sensor features adjustable settings. Automatic ON /OFF and Manual ON/Automatic OFF operation, Adjustable time delay from 15sec-1min-5mins-15mins-30mins, Adjustable sensitivity, Adjustable Light level sensing.
$234
I required a sensor that would turn on the lights as soon as I entered our garage, keep them on while I was inside, turn them off a few minutes later, and then turn them back on even if I entered 1 second after they had already shut off automatically. The TOPGREENER TDOS5 sensor was the first I tried, and I wasted hours attempting to get it to switch back on after it had shut off by itself. I may have had a dud, but I think the design was poor. If the timer was set for 30 minutes, the lights wouldn't turn back on until after 30 minutes had passed since they went out. Very annoying!After that, I got this Ecoeler sensor because it was $4 less expensive, and it works EXACTLY like I want it to. Win-Win.Fair enough, there were a few setup problems. The ambient light detector was too sensitive for my needs, so even a dim quantity of light in the garage would not cause the lights to switch on. I thought that the CCW setting on the light adjustment would be the minimum sensitivity. To disable the light sensor, you must set the pot entirely CW to "5", as I discovered when I read the instructions. Because they made me read the instructions, I almost took away 1 star! The range adjustment was the second problem. The sensor is right close to the entrance, and I need it to start working as soon as someone opens it. To reliably accomplish that, I have to set the range to minimum (CCW). I can live with the maximum reliable detecting range, which is now only about 15 feet. I'm quite pleased with this buy all around!
4.1/5
NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED, 314 square feet coverage, 180-degree field of view; 120VAC, 500W incandescent/halogen, 250W CFL/LED, 1/8HP motor; single pole only; 2x wall plates included; UL listed
Sensor switch uses a passive infrared (PIR) sensor to reduce false triggers from unwanted movements
Occupancy switch mode (Auto ON, Auto OFF) and vacancy switch mode (Manual ON, Auto OFF) allow you to customize the sensor according to your needs
NOTE: Do not connect the White (Neutral) wire and the RED (Load) wire on the sensor together. Otherwise, the load will keep flashing. Check the wire connection. Make sure the White wire on the sensor is connected to the neutral wire in the junction box. DO NOT connect the White wire on the sensor to any other wire besides Neutral.
Light switch sensor features adjustable settings; variable time delay from 15 sec (Test) to 30 min; adjustable range
2-pack motion sensor switch detects motion to automatically turn lights on and off based on the occupancy and vacancy in a room
$234
I have both of these installed in my home, but I prefer the occupancy sensor to the timer. The time is accurate, but LEDs are always on. I have other items that don't, and I prefer them because of this. However, the timer is reliable and I haven't encountered any other problems with it. I ultimately decided to put it in the little bathroom's toilet area. The LED lights inside are fine and actually kind of beautiful at night.I built an occupancy sensor in my garage so that the lights turn on when I walk in. If you are familiar with electrical wiring and have access to a neutral, installing it is simple. The switch can be manually turned on and off if necessary, and the two dials for range and time are both simple to configure. Since then, I've ordered more occupancy sensors for my pantry and the storage space beneath the stairs.
4.1/5
SAVE ON ELECTRICITY BILLS: This dual purpose vacancy and occupancy wall switch sensor provides optimal management of lighting and a choice of either Manual-On (Vacancy Sensor) or Automatic-On (Occupancy Sensor) switching. These sensors are engineered to ensure that lights will turn ON manually or automatically and turn OFF automatically when motion is no longer detected within range. This saves energy, provides convenience and lowers electric bills.
NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED: This motion sensor requires connecting all 4 wires (including the NEUTRAL wire) in order to function properly. Lights will flash if not correctly connected. Please review your wiring setup prior to purchase. We recommend consulting with a licensed electrician prior to purchase to ensure proper installation and compatibility.
FULLY CERTIFIED AND COMPLIANT: UL Certified, FCC Listed and California Title 24 Compliant.
ADJUSTABLE SENSITIVITY WITH WIDE FIELD OF VIEW: The motion sensor covers 180°, so all motion is detected. There’s no need to wave your hands at the sensor. Sensitivity can be adjusted, so the lights won’t switch off at inconvenient times.
100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: We stand behind the quality and utility of this light switch. If you aren’t completely satisfied with it, for any reason at all, simply send it back to us for a full refund – no hassles, no delays and no questions asked.
$234
These were purchased for our walk-in closets. They currently function quite well (only day 2). I have two grievances...1. THE WIRING DIAGRAM - On the instruction page, the wiring diagram was as plain as mud. Although it required multiple rewires and trips to the breaker box, I eventually figured it out without blowing up the switch due to improper wiring, so that's a plus.2. THE TIME DELAY - It is stated to be movable between 5 seconds and 30 minutes. Knowing that 30 seconds, 1 minute, 3 minutes, or even 4 minutes is not possible with this swap would have been useful. There is no time in between the 5 seconds (more accurately, 7) and 5 minutes. With this switch, it is not possible for the lights to turn off after just one minute, which is my preferred setting. Just a little disappointed, nothing major.Excellent product overall.
Motion lights are a great way to deter burglars and add an extra layer of security to your home. But do they have to be wired? The short answer is no. There are battery-operated motion lights that can be placed anywhere in your home, without the need for wiring. The downside to battery-operated motion lights is that they need to be replaced frequently, and they may not be as bright as wired lights. But if you're looking for a quick and easy way to add some extra security to your home, they're a great option.
Motion lights are a great way to deter burglars and increase the safety of your home. However, many people worry that these lights will raise their electric bill. The good news is that motion lights are very energy efficient. Most models use LED bulbs, which use very little electricity. Even if you have your motion lights on all night, they will not significantly increase your electric bill. Of course, there are always exceptions. If you have a very large home with multiple motion lights, you may see a slight increase in your bill. However, for most people, motion
Do motion lights turn on during the day? Most motion lights have a photocell that keeps the light from turning on during the day. However, some models have a override switch that will allow the light to operate during daylight hours if desired.
Yes, motion sensor lights need electricity to function. The sensors in the light detect movement and then activate the light, which is usually powered by batteries or a power source.
Motion sensors are devices that detect moving objects, often used as part of a security system. They work by detecting changes in the infrared (heat) radiation emitted by objects. Most motion sensors can detect movement in the dark as well as in daylight.
Leaving a light switch on does use electricity. While the amount of electricity used is very small, it does add up over time. If you leave a light on for just one hour, it will use about 0.06 kilowatt-hours of electricity. This may not seem like much, but it can add up quickly if you leave several lights on for long periods of time.
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