Smart Motion Sensor R1 User Manual

Product Description

The THIRDREALITY Motion Sensor R1 is a smart home device designed for enhanced security and convenience. It integrates seamlessly with popular Zigbee hubs, including Echo devices with built-in Zigbee hubs, SmartThings, and Home Assistant. The sensor allows for customization of its detection range, adjustable from 1.5 to 9.5 meters, making it suitable for monitoring various indoor spaces like living rooms, hallways, or offices. Powered by three AA batteries, it offers long-lasting performance, up to 3 years under typical usage conditions. Users can set up automated routines through compatible applications to trigger actions such as turning on lights upon entering a room or receiving immediate alerts when motion is detected. The sensor can be discreetly placed on a shelf or mounted on a wall, adapting to different home environments.

Specifications

Detect Level & Range

Button Functions

LED Status

Note: The sensitivity indicator light will be reused with the status indicator light.

Setup

Follow these general steps to set up the sensor:

1. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
2. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, indicating the device has entered Zigbee pairing mode. If the sensor is not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to perform a factory reset.
3. Follow the specific instructions provided by your smart home platform to add the device.

Compatible Platforms

Using Case

To ensure optimal performance:

1. Position the R1 sensor in a suitable and stable location, away from wireless routers and areas prone to vibrations (e.g., near washing machines). If using multiple R1 sensors, avoid overlapping sensing areas to prevent false alarms.
2. After installation, adjust the sensor's sensitivity. There are 5 levels (1-5), from low to high. Start with level 3 (the default). If the sensing distance is insufficient, increase the level; if it's too sensitive or detecting too far, decrease the level. Sensitivity and LED indicator settings can only be adjusted on the device itself.
3. Configure routines within your smart home platform. The R1 sensor can be selected as a trigger, allowing you to set other connected devices as reactors. When motion is detected, the indicator light for the current sensitivity level will illuminate for 1 second.

Installation

The product can be placed directly on a surface or mounted on a wall. It features an anti-slip design for stable placement on tables. For wall mounting, screws are required, utilizing a buckle mechanism.

• Option 1: Vertically placed on table
• Option 2: Hang on the wall

Troubleshooting

To achieve desired detection accuracy:

• Avoid installing the sensor on a metal surface. If necessary, place a non-metallic insulating layer (e.g., plastic or rubber pad, >5mm thick) between the radar and the metal surface.
• Keep the sensor at least 1 meter away from other wireless devices that generate strong signal fields, such as wireless routers.
• When installing multiple radar sensors, do not place their detection surfaces directly opposite each other.

Setup with Smart Bridge MZ1

The Smart Bridge (sold separately) enables Zigbee devices to become Matter-compatible, facilitating integration with major Matter ecosystems like Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and Home Assistant. Setting up the motion sensor with the Smart Bridge transforms it into a Matter-compatible smart motion sensor with local control capabilities. Third Reality also offers the 3R-Installer App for configuring Zigbee sensor attributes (like default-on behavior) and performing firmware updates.

1. Ensure your bridge is already set up within your smart home system.
2. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
3. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
4. Press the pinhole button on the bridge to activate Zigbee pairing mode. The Zigbee blue LED should start blinking.
5. The sensor will pair with the bridge, and a new device will appear in your smart home app (e.g., Google Home or Alexa).
6. Optionally, install the 3R-Installer App and use the multi-admin feature in your smart home app to share permissions with it.

Visual Description: Diagram showing the Smart Bridge MZ1 connected to a power source and a router, with the Motion Sensor R1 nearby, indicating pairing.

Setup with Third Reality Hub and SKILL

The Third Reality Hub (sold separately) allows remote control via the Third Reality App, suitable for beginners or users without major smart home systems. The Third Reality Cloud supports SKILL integration with Google Home or Amazon Alexa. However, due to potential Cloud-to-Cloud connection unreliability, using the Bridge solution is recommended if Google Home or Alexa is your primary platform.

1. Ensure your hub is properly set up with the Third Reality App.
2. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
3. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
4. Open the Third Reality App, press the '+' icon next to the hub, and select 'Quick Pair'.
5. The sensor will pair with your hub and appear in the Third Reality App.
6. Optionally, enable the Third Reality SKILL in the Alexa or Google Home app for Cloud-to-Cloud communication.

Visual Description: Diagram illustrating the Third Reality Hub connected to a power source and network, with the Motion Sensor R1 nearby, and icons representing the Third Reality App, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa.

Setup with Compatible Third-Party Zigbee Hubs

Third Reality supports integration with various open Zigbee platforms, including Amazon Echo with built-in Zigbee, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant (with ZHA or Z2M), Homey, and Hubitat. If you own any of these, you can pair the smart motion sensor directly without an additional bridge or hub.

1. Ensure your Zigbee Hub is already set up within your smart home system.
2. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
3. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
4. Open your smart home app and follow the on-screen instructions to begin the Zigbee pairing process.
5. The motion sensor will pair with the Zigbee hub.
6. Use your smart home app to create routines.

Pairing with SmartThings

App: SmartThings App
Devices: SmartThings Hub 2nd Gen (2015) and 3rd Gen (2018), Aeotec Smart Home Hub.

Pairing steps:

1. Before pairing, check for updates to ensure the SmartThings Hub firmware is up to date.
2. Add SmartThings drivers for ThirdReality Motion Sensor: Open the following link in your PC browser: https://bestow-regional.api.smartthings.com/invite/adMKr50EXzj9. Log in to your SmartThings Account. Click "Enroll" -- "Available Drivers" -- "Install" to install the device driver.
3. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
4. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
5. Open your SmartThings App, tap '+' in the upper right corner to 'Add device', and then tap 'Scan nearby'.
6. The motion sensor will be added to your SmartThings hub in a few seconds.
7. Create routines to control connected devices.

Visual Description: Visuals show the SmartThings app interface for adding a device. Steps include tapping the '+' icon in the upper right corner, selecting 'Add device', and then tapping 'Scan nearby'.

Pairing with Amazon Alexa

App: Amazon Alexa
Devices: Echo speakers with built-in Zigbee hub, Echo 4th Gen, Echo Plus 1st & 2nd Gen, Echo Studio.

Pairing steps:

1. Ask Alexa to check for updates before pairing.
2. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
3. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
4. Tap '+' in the Alexa App, choose 'Other' and 'Zigbee' to add the device. The sensor will be added.
5. You can create routines with the device.

Visual Description: Visuals show the Amazon Alexa app interface for adding a device. Steps include tapping '+' in the Alexa App, choosing 'Other', and then 'Zigbee' to add the device.

Pairing with Hubitat

Website: http://find.hubitat.com/

Pairing steps:

1. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
2. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
3. Visit your Hubitat Elevation hub device page from your web browser, select the 'Devices' menu item from the sidebar, then select 'Discover Devices' in the upper right.
4. Click the 'Start Zigbee Pairing' button after selecting a Zigbee device type. This button puts the hub in Zigbee pairing mode for 60 seconds.
5. Pairing is completed. Change the device type from 'Generic Zigbee Contact Sensor (no temp)' to 'Generic Zigbee Motion Sensor (no temp)'.
6. Tap 'Apps', and 'Create New Basic Rules' to set up automations.

Visual Description: Visuals guide the user through the Hubitat Elevation hub device page in a web browser. Steps involve navigating to the Devices menu, selecting 'Discover Devices', and clicking 'Start Zigbee Pairing' for 60 seconds. The device type should then be changed from 'Generic Zigbee Contact Sensor' to 'Generic Zigbee Motion Sensor'.

Pairing With Home Assistant

Device: Zigbee dongle

Zigbee Home Automation (ZHA)

1. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
2. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
3. In Zigbee Home Automation, go to the 'Configuration' page, then click 'Integrations'.
4. Then click 'Devices' under the Zigbee item, and click 'Add Devices'.
5. Pairing is completed.
6. Back to the 'Devices' page to find the sensor added.
7. Click '+' belonging to Automation and add triggers and actions.

Visual Description: Visuals illustrate the Home Assistant interface for Zigbee Home Automation (ZHA). Steps include navigating to the 'Configuration' page, clicking 'Integrations', then 'Devices' under the Zigbee item, and finally 'Add Devices'.

Zigbee2MQTT

1. Open the battery cover on the device and remove the insulation strip to power the device.
2. When the device is powered on, the sensitivity indicator will flash rapidly, entering Zigbee pairing mode. If not in pairing mode, press and hold the [plus button] for 10 seconds to factory reset the sensor.
3. Permit join to start Zigbee pairing in Zigbee2MQTT.
4. Pairing is completed; the sensor will be displayed in the device list.
5. Go to the Settings page to create automation.

Visual Description: Visuals show the Zigbee2MQTT interface. Steps include permitting joins to start Zigbee pairing, after which the sensor appears in the device list. Automations can be created via the Settings page.

FCC Regulatory Conformance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Important Announcement: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

ISED Statement

English: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).

French: Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.

Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations

Cet équipement est conforme Canada limites d'exposition aux radiations dans un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à distance minimum de 20cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.

Caution: The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;

Avertissement: les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande de 5150 à 5250MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;