Installing and positioning your motion sensor for Independent Living

For the motion sensor to detect activity accurately, it should be mounted in the ceiling and positioned to cover only the intended room. Ceiling placement gives the best field of view and prevents false detections from nearby rooms or hallways.

Installation

1. Mount the sensor in the ceiling, preferably near the centre of the room.
2. Ensure the sensor is not facing windows or exposed to direct sunlight.
3. Avoid placing it behind furniture or doors that may block the view.
4. The sensor should not detect movement outside the specific room, such as through open doorways or adjacent spaces.

Visual examples

Avoid detection through doors

Make sure the sensor does not detect movement outside the intended room when a door is open.

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Avoid detection from adjacent rooms

The sensor should not detect movement from nearby rooms, especially if there is an open passage without a door.
In open spaces such as kitchens and living rooms, mount the sensor in the ceiling to cover the most active areas.

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Avoid blocked view

Ensure the sensor’s view is not blocked by furniture or open doors. In smaller or enclosed rooms, mount the sensor in the centre of the ceiling to achieve full coverage. 

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Summary

Ceiling installation ensures optimal coverage, accurate detection, and stable operation of the Independent Living service. Proper placement prevents the sensor from detecting movement through open doors or from adjacent rooms, and ensures that its view is not blocked by furniture or open doors. This provides correct coverage in both open and closed rooms.