My understanding is that this is a MOTION sensor, not occupancy. Please clarify.
1963988
Its considered an occupancy sensor which is the same thing basically. It comes on when the building is occupied and is activated with motion.
1963989
Yes, it is a motion detector. But it only works when the light level is low. I wanted it to work anytime there was motion, so I put a piece of black tape over the photocell detector and it works fine. I just couldn't make it work the way the instructions said, and tech support couldn't help. Good Luck. Terry
1963990
This is correct. If you do not move but still present in the room, it will turn the light off. Works for me as a garage application. However, due to poor quality of electronics these sensors do not last long: have to replace them every year (at least). Actually, my understanding is that Leviton discontinued their production, but some retailers have a stock of them that they are trying to get rid of.
1963991
I bought one of those several months ago as a direct replacement for a seven year old one that had started to perform erratically. The paperwork says that it is heat sensitive (an occupancy sensor), however I have seen no indication of that in the performance of either the replacement or the original one. They clearly act in response to motion only. In fairness, however, my location for it is on a wall, not on a ceiling and close to a light fixture. I have no choice in the situation in which I have to use it, and that is directly contrary to the installation instructions. That may well override its heat sensing (occupancy) capability. Sorry I can't be more helpful. I bought one of those several months ago as a direct replacement for a seven year old one that had started to perform erratically. The paperwork says that it is heat sensitive (an occupancy sensor), however I have seen no indication of that in the performance of either the replacement or the original one. They clearly act in response to motion only. In fairness, however, my location for it is on a wall, not on a ceiling and close to a light fixture. I have no choice in the situation in which I have to use it, and that is directly contrary to the installation instructions. That may well... » Read More I bought one of those several months ago as a direct replacement for a seven year old one that had started to perform erratically. The paperwork says that it is heat sensitive (an occupancy sensor), however I have seen no indication of that in the performance of either the replacement or the original one. They clearly act in response to motion only. In fairness, however, my location for it is on a wall, not on a ceiling and close to a light fixture. I have no choice in the situation in which I have to use it, and that is directly contrary to the installation instructions. That may well override its heat sensing (occupancy) capability. Sorry I can't be more helpful. « Show Less
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I install the fan with the switch hidden, so that it is always on - at a low speed. The motion sensor activates the fan when someone enters the area and picks up the speed. If you make the switch accessible the fan will get turned off and defeat the purpose of the motion detector.
934513
The camera is not motion activated. It can be heat sensing or time lapse. One or the other not both.
2199881
I am not sure that would work. I think this device uses temperature changes to detect movement. For example, I have this right next to my front door. If I open the door (and it opens into the sensor) nothing happens, as soon as my body is clear from the door then the device detects something. Perhaps something using the contact closure module will be more effective.
2006610
My home security guys placed motion sensors lower the ground, then upside down...so the the sensor sees upward from where it's placed. This may work the same way.
1131053
Thanks for all the replies. I've gotten used to it so it's not a deal breaker for me. I guess I did not pay close attention to the description and I assumed it had a light sensor as well as the motion sensor.
1719857
No it does not work like a motion sensor. It does have a light sensor so if the lights in the room are on the nightlight will turn off. The nightlight will also go off if the sensor is blocked by people walking by it. I would really like to find a nightlight that would only come on when you are near it.
1498682
If your unit is turning on in that manner, there is probably a setting in the menu for motion sensitivity. I would suggest turning this option off. May be under some kind of energy savings menu.
1555500
No, "alarming" is not a motion detector.It's the bell when someone press the doorbell. thanks.
186233
You set up a time interval to turn off the lights after it last detected motion. I had mine set up so that when I entered the room between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, it would turn on the lights. After X number of minutes you define, the lights will go off. If you want them on again and are in the room, you just move so that the sensor picks you up.That being said, I strongly recommend against buying this product. It's great when it works, but for me, I was spending so much time configuring, resetting, and reconfiguring that the time/energy saved was pointless.
1804270
It is not a motion detector light. Not sure how long the light will stay on, but I have had them on for at least four hours and they worked fine.
414096
It's not motion detected; it's turned on/off via remote control and stays on until you turn it off. I love it!
996759
There are two on/off options...one on the stationary motion detector and one on the mobile device.
1517471
It's a motion sensor. When motion is detected, it turns the headlamp on. When no motion is detected, the headlamp remains off for battery conservation.
2057416
The light isn't motion activated, and it's not bright enough to use as a night light (in my opinion). I believe it's just meant as a visual check to verify the receptacle is currently hot (in other words the GFCI hasn't been tripped).
2165124
Some motion sensors require a certain minimum load to work properly. Those sensors are designed for incandescent lamps.
1159748
Judging from the case and construction it appears to be indoor use. Depending on where you live it may or may not survive the outdoor weather conditions. I would not suggest using it outdoors and direct sunlight since it works on a change in hear, so sunlight will affect it. The same technology is used in outdoor motion sensors for lighting, however those devices incorporate a weatherproof housing and use a photocell to turn them off during the day as to not be affected by sunlight.