Transform Your Smart Home with the Sensy-One E1 mmWave Sensor: Precise Motion Detection & Easy Home Assistant Integration
Are you looking to elevate your home automation with unparalleled precision and effortless integration? The Sensy-One E1 mmWave sensor revolutionizes motion detection, offering a seamless experience from setup to advanced customization. Say goodbye to unreliable triggers and hello to a smarter, more responsive home.
Instant Home Assistant Integration: Plug, Play, and Automate
Forget complicated setups! The Sensy-One E1 connects instantly to Home Assistant over wired Ethernet using PoE or Ethernet + USB-C 5V.
- No Wireless Hassle: Enjoy a rock-solid, reliable connection without the frustrations of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
- Seamless Setup: Plug it in, and it's automatically discovered in Home Assistant.
- Instant Automation: Start creating powerful automations within minutes of powering on your E1.
Precision Motion Tracking: Monitor Movement with Exceptional Accuracy
The E1 utilizes the Hi-Link LD2450 to track up to three targets simultaneously in real time, providing a new level of detail for your home automation.
- Detailed Data: Accurately detects X and Y coordinates, movement speed, and more.
- Wide Coverage: Features a 6-meter range, 120° field of view, and a 35° pitch angle.
- Reliable Performance: Count on precise and reliable tracking, whether detecting subtle movements or dynamic motion.
Customizable Detection Zones: Fine-Tune Sensitivity for Optimal Control
Tailor the E1's motion detection to your specific needs with up to 10 customizable detection zones and one exclusion zone.
- Granular Insights: Each detection zone includes three dedicated sensors measuring movement, presence, and target count.
- Adjustable Thresholds: Fine-tune sensitivity and response with adjustable motion thresholds and timeouts.
- Optimized Performance: Ensure accurate and relevant triggers in any environment.
Power-Packed Performance: Lightning-Fast Response via Wired Ethernet
At the heart of the E1 lies an ESP32-S3 with a dedicated PoE module, delivering robust processing power and real-time data handling.
- Dual-Core Processing: Experience lightning-fast response times for immediate automation triggers.
- Ultra-Reliable Automation: Count on rock-solid performance without relying on potentially unstable Wi-Fi connections.
- Wired Ethernet Stability: Enjoy consistent and dependable data transfer for critical home automation tasks.
Compact Design: Powerful Sensing in a Minimalist Package
Don't let its small size fool you. The E1 packs a punch in a compact form factor.
- Small Footprint: Measuring just 25 mm × 30 mm × 75 mm, it fits seamlessly into any environment.
- Easy Mounting: Comes with a Command™ Velcro Strip for quick and flexible installation without screws or drilling.
- Discreet Integration: Blends effortlessly into your home decor while providing advanced sensing capabilities.
Real-Time Visualization with Plotly Graph Card: See What Your Sensor Sees
Visualize your sensor's data in real time with the Plotly Graph Card in Home Assistant.
- Interactive Map: Displays live target positions, speeds, and configured zones directly in your dashboard.
- At-a-Glance Insights: Gain immediate understanding of movement patterns and activity within your space.
- Enhanced Monitoring: Improve your ability to fine-tune your configurations and optimize your automations.
How to Install the Plotly Graph Card:
- Install HACS (if you haven't already) following the Official instructions.
- Open HACS in Home Assistant.
- Search for and install the "Plotly Graph Card" integration.
Adding a Custom Plotly Graph Card:
- Go to your Home Assistant dashboard and click "Edit Dashboard."
- Select "Add Card" and choose "Plotly Graph Card."
- Click "Show Code Editor" and copy the custom configuration from the Git repository into the editor.
- Replace the
replace_meplaceholders with your sensor name (e.g.,sensy_one_1617c8orliving_room).
Get in the Zone: Create Precise, Zone-Based Automations
Configure custom zones directly from your Home Assistant dashboard to trigger automations based on specific areas of movement.
- Horizontal Boundaries: Define zone width by setting
X Begin(leftmost coordinate) andX End(rightmost coordinate). - Vertical Boundaries: Define zone height by setting
Y Begin(top coordinate) andY End(bottom coordinate). - Example Configuration: Create a zone with
X Begin: -125,X End: 125,Y Begin: 175, andY End: 425.
Firmware on the Fly: Stay Up-to-Date with Over-the-Air Updates
Keep your sensor performing at its best with regular OTA updates, continuously improving performance and adding new functionalities.
How to Install OTA Updates:
- Download the latest OTA firmware from our Git repository.
- Go to "Devices and Services" in Home Assistant and select ESPHome.
- Choose the sensor you want to update and click "Visit" under Device Info.
- Scroll to "OTA Update," choose the downloaded firmware file, and click "Update."
Build Your Own Solution: Customizable Firmware for Advanced Users
For advanced users, the Sensy-One E1 offers the flexibility to create custom firmware. Integrate the settings below into your YAML configuration:
Troubleshooting: Factory Reset for a Fresh Start
If your sensor isn't performing as expected, a factory reset can often resolve the issue.
How to Install Factory Firmware:
- Download the latest factory firmware from our Git repository.
- Plug the sensor into your PC via USB-C.
- Open the Official ESPHome Web Wizard.
- Click "Connect" and select the appropriate COM port for your sensor.
- Click "Install," choose the downloaded firmware file, and click "Install" again.
Let's Connect: We Value Your Feedback
Your feedback is essential to our innovation! Join our community channels for support and to share your ideas.
- Discord: Chat with our community and get instant help on our Discord server.
- GitHub Issues: Report bugs or suggest new features on our GitHub Issues page.
Experience the future of motion detection with the Sensy-One E1 mmWave sensor. Order yours today and transform your smart home!