Motion SensorsBack to Main PageMotion sensors detect motion in your home using infrared technology. Motion sensors help your Pepco Smart Home detect when you enter or leave a room and can be set up to automatically turn lights on and off and adjust the thermostat to make sure you’re comfortable and your home is also energy efficient.The motion sensor can detect motion up to approximately 25 feet during the day and at night. It is designed to detect movement from larger objects – like people – while ignoring movement from smaller objects like pets.Installing Your Motion SensorsWe recommend installing motion sensors in frequently occupied living spaces and near exterior doors, where they can help determine occupancy and adjust your lights, compatible thermostat and smart plug. Here are some ideas on where to put the motion sensor:HallwayLiving roomKitchenBasementEntrywayBathroomStairwellMotion sensors must be installed indoors and are best in open areas with high foot traffic. For optimal coverage, place a motion sensor in rooms you walk through when entering or leaving your home. Avoid pointing them toward the floor, as they might sense pet activity. Also avoid pointing them at heating vents and windows, as they will falsely detect motion based on heat.Avoid pointing your motion sensor directly at a window, as objects outside the window might trigger false alarms. Do not place it outdoors and do not install it in a location where it will point directly at the sun.Consider placing motion sensors high on a shelf to avoid pet activity below, while eliminating the use of fastening hardware. Or attach the mount in a room’s corner on a ceiling or wall, making sure the sensor itself remains upright.Tip: The motion sensor performs best when placed in a location where it has a line of sight into a room or hallway, especially in places where people are expected to cross. You might use the screws provided to install the motion sensor on a ceiling, or you can use the motion sensor’s bracket to set it on a shelf or mantle.Pairing a Motion SensorStep 1: From the home screen in the app, tap Devices at the bottom of the screen > + in the top right corner > Add a Device > Motion Sensor to begin pairing the motion sensor to the gateway.Step 2: Examining the motion sensor, you will see the small plastic pull tab. After starting the motion sensor pairing process in the app, pull out the plastic tab completely, while in the same room as your gateway. Ensure the battery compartment is closed completely. The blinking green light indicates it is in pairing mode and searching for the gateway.Step 3: When the motion sensor connects, the app will automatically advance. Name your motion sensor (living room, garage, etc.) and tap Next to continue. The motion sensor will blink red the first several times it detects motion. After that, to preserve battery life, it will not blink when motion is detected.Step 4: Select how you want to use your motion sensor by following the prompts on screen. Tap Next to continue.Step 5: In the app, tap Done to continue. The app will return to the Devices screen. Repeat these steps for installation of additional sensors.Tip: If the motion sensor did not pair, press and hold the red button between the batteries on the back for four seconds to reset the sensor. Then tap the red button once briefly to pair the sensor with the gateway. If your sensor is still unable to pair with your gateway, refer to the reset instructions in the FAQ section below.Creating Custom RulesHere are some ideas for creating custom rules for your Pepco Smart Home motion sensors:If my “Hallway Motion Sensor” detects motion, then make my “Hallway Smart LED Bulb” switch on.If my “Bathroom Motion Sensor” detects motion and the time is between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., then put me in “Home” mode.Tip: Motions sensors have a default scenario that will alert you if motion is detected while you are in 'Away' mode. To prevent these alerts, you can select the 'Skip' option within the motion sensors settings in the Scenario menu.Frequently Asked QuestionsHow Do You Reset the Motion Sensor?If the motion sensor did not pair, press and hold the red button between the batteries on the back for four seconds to reset the sensor. Then tap the red button once briefly to pair the sensor with the gateway. If the sensor does not respond, it has already been reset.How Do You Adjust the Motion Sensor’s Sensitivity?If your motion sensor is detecting minor movements that you wish to disregard, you can adjust the sensitivity level using the dial located in the sensor itself.First, open the back of the motion sensor.Remove the batteries to expose the sensitivity dial, which can be found between the two batteries.Note the dial’s current position. Use a small screwdriver to turn the dial slightly to the left to decrease sensitivity, and slightly to the right to increase sensitivity.Finish by reinstalling the batteries, replacing the lid and remounting the sensor.Note: If you’re not sure how far to turn the dial, you might want to feel where the maximum and minimum sensitivities are located. Turn the dial all the way to the left to reach the minimum sensitivity and all the way to the right to reach the maximum sensitivity. This gives you an idea of the range of this dial. Now, orient the dial to where you think the sensitivity best matches your needs.How Do You Change the Motion Sensor Battery?The sensor will automatically alert you when its battery is getting low. You can also check the battery level percentage in the app by locating the sensor under Devices.The batteries are located inside the back cover of the motion sensor. To open, slide the cover down away from the “motion man” icon located on the left side of the sensor. The motion sensor takes two AA batteries.