Motion Sensor Owner's Manual
Getting Started
Everything you need to quickly get up and running.
Device Overview
Set Button ?: Tap to send on/off commands to linked devices. Press and hold until the LED indicator blinks green to initiate linking mode. Press and hold again until the LED indicator blinks red to initiate unlinking mode. For more functions, refer to Local Programming.
Status LED ?: Indicates device status: Motion Detected (e.g., flashes green), Error (e.g., flashes red), Controlling a Device (e.g., solid green), Low Battery (e.g., flashes amber).
Motion Override Button ?: Tap to toggle motion detection enable/disable. Other sensor features remain unaffected. Motion detection automatically resumes after 12 hours.
Micro USB Power ?: Optional power input via a Micro USB port. A right-angled Micro USB cable (sold separately) and standard USB power adapter can be used.
CR123A Battery ?: Primary power source. Battery life is estimated between 6 to 18 months, depending on activation frequency.
Battery Compartment Tamper Switch: (Not pictured) Detects if the battery compartment is opened.
Installation
Battery ?
Remove the battery tab to power the Motion Sensor.
Micro USB Power ?
The Motion Sensor can be powered using a right-angled Micro USB Cable (model 2822-222) and a standard USB power adapter.
Mounting Options
Tabletop
Place the Motion Sensor on a flat surface using the flat battery cover in place.
Corner Mount
To mount in a corner, use the two included adhesive strips. Ensure the wall surface is clean before mounting. The Motion Sensor must be unmounted for battery replacement. Adhesive strips are reusable.
Flexible Mount
For precise positioning, slide off the flat back and install the flexible mount. Screw the mounting bracket to a solid surface and position the Motion Sensor as desired.
Basic Linking (Without Insteon Hub)
Configure the Insteon Motion Sensor without an Insteon Hub. Do not use these instructions if you intend to use the Motion Sensor with an Insteon Hub or other Insteon management software.
Control an Insteon Device with Motion Sensor
Step 1
On the Motion Sensor, press and hold the Set Button ? until its LED indicator begins blinking green.
Step 2
On the device you wish to control, turn it on and adjust it to the desired state (e.g., brightness level if applicable).
Step 3
Press and hold the Set Button ? on the Motion Sensor until you hear a double-beep ?. (For Insteon bulbs, remove from power and then return to power. For devices without a beeper, observe their status LED to flash and return to normal.)
Testing ❌
Test Motion Sensor by tapping the Set Button ? to simulate motion.
Control Multiple Insteon Devices with Motion Sensor
Step 1
On the Motion Sensor, press and hold the Set Button ? until its LED indicator begins blinking green, then tap the Set Button ?.
Step 2
Adjust each device to their desired state: On, off, or brightness level if dimming (e.g., 50%, 72%, 30%).
Step 3
One at a time, press and hold the Set Button ? on each device until it double-beeps ?. (For Insteon bulbs, remove from power and then return to power. For devices without a beeper, observe their status LED to flash and return to normal.)
Step 4
Tap the Set Button ? on the Motion Sensor to exit multi-link mode.
Testing ❌
Test Motion Sensor by tapping the Set Button ? to simulate motion.
Removing Control of an Insteon Device From Motion Sensor
Step 1
On the Motion Sensor, press and hold the Set Button ? until its LED indicator begins blinking green.
Step 2
Press and hold the Set Button ? again until its LED indicator begins blinking red.
Step 3
Press and hold the controlled device's Set Button ? until the device double-beeps ?. (For Insteon bulbs, remove from power and then return to power. For devices without a beeper, observe their status LED to flash and return to normal.)
Testing ❌
Test Motion Sensor by tapping the Set Button ? to simulate motion.
Removing Control of Multiple Insteon Devices From Motion Sensor
Step 1
On the Motion Sensor, press and hold the Set Button ? until its LED indicator begins blinking green.
Step 2
Press and hold the Set Button ? again until its LED indicator begins blinking red, then tap the Set Button ?.
Step 3
One at a time, press and hold the Set Button ? on each device until it double-beeps ?. (For Insteon bulbs, remove from power and then return to power. For devices without a beeper, observe their status LED to flash and return to normal.)
Step 4
Tap the Set Button ? on the Motion Sensor to exit multi-unlink mode.
Testing ❌
Test Motion Sensor by tapping the Set Button ? to simulate motion.
Insteon App for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
Use the Insteon app to configure and control the Motion Sensor.
Add to the Insteon Hub
Launch the Insteon App. Tap the drawer icon or swipe from the right edge of the display to open the drawer. Tap 'Add a Device'. When prompted, press and hold the Set Button ? on the Motion Sensor until the device beeps ?, then tap the Set Button ?. Tap 'Motion Sensor'. You can now manage the Motion Sensor with the Insteon app.
Configure Motion Sensor
Optionally set a unique name, icon, and room membership (default room membership is Favorites).
To make the Motion Sensor control another device, a scene must be created. Follow the next few steps first before creating a scene.
Alerts: Tap 'Alerts' to configure email and/or push notifications when the Motion Sensor is activated. Motion Alert is sent when motion is detected. No Motion Alert is sent when motion stops and the countdown ends. To turn on an alert, enable it here. Tap on 'Message & Recipients' under the enabled alert. Tap in the field to edit. Separate multiple email recipients with a comma. When finished, tap 'Done'.
Motion LED: This option turns off the light that flashes in the front of the Motion Sensor when it detects motion (it will still operate during setup).
Night Only: Tells the Motion Sensor to work only at night.
Motion Countdown: After motion stops, this is the amount of time the Motion Sensor will wait before telling linked devices to turn off.
Light Sensitivity: How sensitive the Motion Sensor is to detecting light. A lower number requires less light for the Motion Sensor to detect daytime, while a higher setting requires more light.
On Only Mode: This mode causes the Motion Sensor to only send the "ON" command. It is useful for controlling when lights (or other devices) turn off. Note that the status will always show active, and if alerts are enabled, only Motion Alerts will be sent.
After making changes to properties, tap 'Done' and follow the on-screen instructions to push those changes to the Motion Sensor.
Control a Device with Motion
Tap the drawer icon or swipe from the right edge of the display to open the drawer. Tap 'Create a Scene'. Give the scene a unique name and select icon and room memberships. A schedule is not necessary as motion will be the controller. Select the Motion Sensor and any other devices you wish the sensor to control. Tap 'Next'. Ensure devices you want to control are set as 'Responder'. To change how devices respond, tap the green button for each responder. Dimmable devices can be set to brightness level and fade on/off speed. Tap 'Done' to begin creating the scene. When prompted, press and hold the Set Button ? on the Motion Sensor. Your Motion Sensor is now configured to control a device. Tap 'Yes' to turn off any devices that were turned on for scene creation.
Insteon App for Android
Use the Insteon app to configure and control the Motion Sensor.
Add to the Insteon Hub
Launch the Insteon App. Navigate to Settings by tapping 'Edit Settings' from the Settings button. Tap 'Devices'. When prompted, press and hold the Set Button ? on the Motion Sensor until the device beeps ?, then tap the Set Button ?. Tap the 'Add' button. Tap 'Motion Sensor'. You can now manage the Motion Sensor with the Insteon app.
Configure Motion Sensor
Optionally set a unique name, icon, and room membership.
To make the Motion Sensor control another device, a scene must be created. Follow the next few steps first before creating a scene.
Alerts: Tap 'Alerts' to configure email and/or push notifications when the Motion Sensor is activated. Motion Alert is sent when motion is detected. End of Motion Alert is sent when motion stops and the countdown ends. To turn on an alert, enable it here. Tap on 'Message and Recipients' under the enabled alert. Tap in the field to edit. Separate multiple email recipients with a comma. When finished, tap 'save'.
Motion LED: This option turns off the light that flashes in the front of the motion sensor when it detects motion (it will still operate during setup).
Night Only: Tells the motion sensor that you want it to work only at night.
Motion Countdown: The amount of time that a motion sensor will wait before telling linked devices to turn off.
Light Sensitivity: How sensitive the Motion Sensor is to detecting light. A lower number requires less light for the Motion Sensor to detect daytime, while a higher setting requires more light.
On Only Mode: This mode causes the Motion Sensor to only send the "ON" command. It is useful for controlling when lights (or other devices) turn off. Note that the status will always show active, and if alerts are enabled, only Motion Alerts will be sent.
After making changes to properties, tap 'Done' and follow the on-screen instructions to push those changes to the Motion Sensor.
Control a Device with Motion
Navigate to Settings by tapping 'Edit Settings' from the Settings button. Tap 'Scenes'. Tap the 'Add' button. Give the scene a unique name and select icon and room memberships. A schedule is not necessary as motion will be the controller. Select the Motion Sensor and any other devices you wish the sensor to control. Tap 'Next'.
Configure Arm and Disarm
Ensure devices you want to control are set as 'Responder'. If it says 'Controller' or 'Both', tap the button to change it to 'Responder'. To change how devices respond, tap the green button for each responder. Dimmable devices can be set to brightness level and fade on/off speed. Tap 'Done' to begin creating the scene. Your Motion Sensor is now configured to control a device. Follow on-screen instructions. Tap 'Yes' to turn off any devices that were turned on for scene creation.
Local Programming
Use local programming to link Insteon devices together without a central controller. Navigation: To move right, press and hold the Set Button ?. To move down, tap the Set Button ?.
About Local Programming
The Local Programming Flowchart visually represents device settings. Many features can be configured using this diagram. If using a central controller like Insteon Hub, it is strongly advised not to use Local Programming, as the controller can manage device properties and links.
Local Programming Features
Linking Mode
Prepares the module for linking to another Insteon device. The first device in linking mode becomes the controller, the second becomes the responder. Exits after 4 minutes or a successful link.
Multi-Linking Mode
Prepares the module for linking to multiple Insteon devices. Remains in linking mode for 4 minutes or until the Set Button ? is tapped. Resets the 4-minute counter after each successful link. Use to manually create a scene.
Unlinking Mode
Allows removal of links from an Insteon device. Exits after 4 minutes or a successful unlink.
MultiUnlinking Mode
Allows removal of multiple links. Stays in unlinking mode for 4 minutes or until the Set Button ? is tapped. Resets the 4-minute counter after each successful unlink.
Local Programming Flow Chart
Visual representation of navigation paths:
- At Rest -> Press -> Linking Mode
- At Rest -> Tap -> Unlinking Mode
- Linking Mode -> Tap -> Multi-Linking Mode
- Unlinking Mode -> Tap -> MultiUnlinking Mode
- Multi-Linking Mode -> Tap -> Exit
- MultiUnlinking Mode -> Tap -> Exit
Factory Reset
A factory reset erases all stored links and customized properties.
Step 1
Slide off the battery cover and remove the Motion Sensor's battery.
Step 2
Simultaneously press and hold the Set Button ? while reinstalling the battery.
Step 3
Continue holding the Set Button ? until the Motion Sensor stops beeping ?.
Step 4
Upon completion, the Motion Sensor will double-beep ?. The Motion Sensor has been restored to factory settings.
Appendix
Specifications
General
- Available Colors: White
- Brand: Insteon
- FCC ID: SBP28442
- Industry Canada: 5202A-28442
- Manufacturer Product No.: 2844-222
- Patent No.: Protected under US and Foreign Patents (see www.insteon.com/patents)
- UPC: 813922014723
- Warranty: 2 years, limited
Operation
- Audio Alert: Beeper ?
- Setup Memory: Non-volatile EEPROM
- Status LED: Red/Green/Amber LED
Insteon Features
- Device Category: 0x10
- Device Subcategory: 0x16
- Links: 27
- Messages Repeated: Yes (when powered from DC power)
- Powerline Device: No
- RF Device: Yes
- Multi-Link Support: Yes
- Multi-Unlink Support: Yes
- RF Beacon: Yes
- Radio Frequency: 915.0 MHz
- Radio Frequency Range: 150 feet
- Software Configurable: Yes
Mechanical
- Dimensions: 1.9" H x 2.13" W x 1.79" D (49mm H x 54.2mm W x 45.5mm D)
- Enclosure Material: UV stabilized plastic
- Mounting: Tabletop, flexible mount, or corner mount
- Operating Environment: Indoors and outdoors
- Operating Humidity Range: 0-85% relative humidity, non-condensing
- Operating Temperature Range: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Set Button: Yes ?
- Storage Temperature Range: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
- Weight: 3.3 oz
Electrical
- Battery Type: CR123A ?
- Battery Life: 6 to 18 months, depending on usage
- Supply Voltage: 3.0V DC (CR123A Battery) or 5V DC (Micro USB)
Troubleshooting
Issue: Motion Sensor won't link to other Insteon devices. Possible Cause: Out of range of a dual-band Insteon device or your network may be powerline-only. Solution: If your Insteon network lacks any dual-band devices, add a Range Extender or other dual-band Insteon device near your Motion Sensor to bridge the Insteon RF and powerline networks. Motion Sensor must be placed within 100 feet of a dual-band device. Radio interference and building construction may reduce range. Relocate a dual-band device or add a Range Extender to increase RF coverage. Tip: When you quadruple tap the Set Button ? on a dual-band device and then trigger motion on the sensor (or tap the Motion Sensor Set Button ?), the sensor LED will flash in unison with the beeping of the dual-band device if it is within range.
Issue: Motion Sensor is not controlling linked devices. Possible Cause: The Motion Sensor may not be able to see your motion; you may have linked the device in the off state; motion activation may be disabled; Night Only mode may be enabled; Motion Sensor may be on the fringe of your Insteon RF network; battery may be low. Solution: Try changing position/angle and test again. If you created the link without software/app, repeat the linking instructions and ensure the device you are controlling is on before pressing and holding its Set Button ?. Tap the Motion Override Button ?; if the LED flashes green, motion activation is enabled; if it flashes red, it is disabled. If you want motion to activate at all times, change this within the Insteon app. If you want to restrict motion activation only when dark, try adjusting the Light Sensitivity within the Insteon app. Add an additional Insteon dual-band device or Range Extender near Motion Sensor for improved RF and powerline signal bridging. If you see an amber colored LED flash on the Motion Sensor, replace the battery.
Issue: Status LED flashes rapidly after triggering Motion Sensor. Possible Cause: Motion Sensor may have not received acknowledgment from one or more linked devices. Solution: If you have removed any Insteon devices from your network that were previously controlled by Motion Sensor, unlink them from Motion Sensor. If the removed device is no longer available, use software to remove the link from Motion Sensor's link table or perform a factory reset to clear all links. Motion Sensor may be on the fringe of your Insteon RF network. Add an additional Insteon dual-band device or Range Extender near Motion Sensor for improved RF and powerline signal bridging.
Issue: Status LED does not flash OR is amber colored when the Set Button ? is tapped or when motion is detected. Possible Cause: Your Motion Sensor's battery may be low and require replacement. Solution: Replace with a new CR123A battery.
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Certifications and Warnings
Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference. Each Insteon product is assigned a unique Insteon ID, which is printed on the product's label.
This device complies with FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. (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.)
The digital circuitry of this device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. 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 and television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause such interference, which can be verified by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the following measures: Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna; Increase the distance between this device and the receiver; Connect the device to an AC outlet on a circuit different from the one that supplies power to the receiver; Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Product Warranty
Limited Warranty
Seller warrants to the original consumer purchaser of this product that, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will perform in substantial conformity to the description of the product in this Owner's Manual. This warranty shall not apply to defects or errors caused by misuse or neglect. If the product is found to be defective, Seller will either repair it, replace it, or refund the purchase price, at its option, upon receipt of the product with proof of purchase and an explanation of the defect.
For repair or replacement during the warranty period, call 866-243-8022 with the Model # and Revision # of the device to receive an RMA# and send the product to: Insteon ATTN: Receiving 16542 Millikan Ave. Irvine, CA 92606-5027.
Limitations
The above warranty is in lieu of and Seller disclaims all other warranties, whether oral or written, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranty shall be limited to the two-year duration of the express warranty. No other representation or claim of any nature by any person shall be binding upon Seller or modify the terms of the above warranty and disclaimer.
Home automation devices have the risk of failure to operate, incorrect operation, or electrical or mechanical tampering. For optimal use, manually verify the device state. Any home automation device should be viewed as a convenience, but not as a sole method for controlling your home.
In no event shall Seller be liable for special, incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from possession or use of this device, including without limitation damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, personal injury, even if Seller knew or should have known of the possibility of such damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitation of damages, in which case the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other legal rights that may vary from state to state.
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