how big the size of object must it be in order to trigger the motion detector?
842219
Although the overall performance of the Opteka is totally unacceptable, the motion detector is extremely sensitive. No scientific testing, but my personal experience is that the slightest motion up to 50 feet away fires the device. Note, however, that the device does NOT trigger the camera's flash nor does it offer the option of setting time delays between shots. In my case, trying for wild life shots at night, the result was almost 500 totally dark pictures. I complained to the vendor with no response and then to Amazon who gave ne a full refund for the device.
842220
I have used this a couple of times for birds at a feeder. The distance was about 8 feet. Small birds like chickadees triggered it at that distance. I haven't used it for anything farther than that. I hope this helps.
1131884
Depending on the location of the camera, I have gotten between 60 and 90 feet for the motion detector to activate. The quality of daylight pictures is very good and the night quality is good as well.
671191
Depth is determined by several factors. Size of target, metal conductivity, mineralization of the soil, and coil size. On this particular detector for example, a coin size object can could be detected at approx. 6 to 8 inches.
2247721
Yes. Any movement will trigger it, but the light will not stay on very long.
646833
The leads so not disconnect from the sensor or the alarm. You will need to drill a hole to fit the sensor through which would probably be about an inch.
391378
There's a dial you can turn it to whichever length you want from 30sec to 10min I think. Also another dial for sensitivity of light for how bright the around it to trigger the motion. If there's enough light motion will not turn your light on
1468786
It really depends on the size of the object, which is true for most detectors anyway however I have found dimes & pennies with this detector as far down as 10 Inches.
666150
I think they consider 4 feet away to be ideal. You should also note the detector will only work on panel doors (you mount it on the top panel) and not solid one piece doors the swing upwards or carriage style.
381092
Detection range side to side is real close to 180deg. It is quite sensitive of my movement even at the end of this range! Also, it does not seem to be activated by tree limbs blowing - amazingly. Distance for detection of a person (for mine at approximately 10 feet high) is about 40-50 feet. I am VERY happy with this item. It lights my entire path from the car to the house and stays on while I am moving. Very easy to adjust to preferences too.
252934
The model I got had a motion detector on it and it works beautifully. Very bright!
2093204
It doesn't turn on in a lit area. I would say it would have to be about the darkness of dusk or darker in order for the light to turn on when motion is detected.
979583
Should work electrically. I replaced an existing motion detector that went bad so I had the back plate with the threaded outlets that I could use. Your only problem would be the mechanics of mounting the detector.
1602066
Yes within 2-3 inches depending on size of ring. Thanks, Big Boys Hobbies Metal Detectors.
1316132
It seems the distance depends on the mass of the heat generating object, I assume if a Rino or Elephant were a hundred feet away, it would trigger the IR sensor. I as a heat generating object seem to trigger the IR sensor about ten to fifteen feet away. In general, I have been disappointed with the range and general workings of the camera. My camera will not place the time of the triggering on the memory chip for downloading to either my Mac or Windows computers.
473495
If you want a narrower field of detection, there are little plastic shields included. A section of 5 or so, they are perforated so you can just snap off the number of pieces or thickness you want & insert it in the detector to block off part of the motion detector. I never would have known, but I had mine professionally installed and the electrician showed me this feature.
1924163
Two inches should work, BUT.....I tried mine for the first time last week when my grandchildren were in town. I found operating the device was a pain; could not tell if it was on or off, and the alarm went off constantly. I plan to return for refund.
1954547
Your question seems to be about the MOTION SENSOR, Raymond. The Motion Sensor, when installed in a location as suggested in the installation manual, will detect physical motion in the area selected to be monitored. No need to test before installing. After the motion detector is properly installed, with the monitor activated for a time when you will be away from or out of the house, any physical activity in the area of the motion detector will trigger the alarms.