Motion Sensor — Security & Automation Case Study
Home Sense deployed smart PIR motion sensors as part of an interactive security and lighting setup. The system sends
app alerts, triggers scenes (e.g., Away, Good Night) and works with local control via hubs—professionally installed,
programmed and tested.
Property
Residential (apartment/villa)
Residential (apartment/villa)
Location
Greater Cairo, Egypt
Greater Cairo, Egypt
Scope
PIR motion sensors integrated with hub, scenes & app/voice; optional camera linkage
PIR motion sensors integrated with hub, scenes & app/voice; optional camera linkage
Objective
Detect movement reliably for notifications and to automate lights/scenes—without changing the home’s finishes.
Key Considerations
- Retrofit-friendly install with existing wall/ceiling points.
- Stable operation when internet is down (local hub scenes).
- Integrates cleanly with other safety sensors and cameras.
Solution
- PIR motion sensors joined to a Zigbee/Wi-Fi hub.
- Event rules for alerts and lighting scenes (Away/Night).
- Optional linkage to door/window sensors and doorbell.
Typical Placement
- Entrances and hallways for presence-based lighting.
- Living areas and stairs for night-path safety.
- Perimeter rooms as part of a security routine.
What the Client Gets
- App notifications when motion is detected.
- Hands-free lighting and scene automation.
- Local fallback control via hub if internet drops.
Devices Used
- PIR Motion Sensor(s).
- Zigbee/Wi-Fi Hub (local scenes & reliability).
- (Optional) Smart Cameras / Video Doorbell for visual check-ins.
Outcome
Lights come on when needed, meaningful motion alerts arrive, and core automations keep running locally. App and voice
control make routine changes easy.
