Shelly Motion WiFi Sensor User and Safety Guide

1. Shelly Motion Initial Set Up

This section details the initial setup and physical mounting of the Shelly Motion sensor.

Assembly and Mounting (Based on Figures 1-5)

The Shelly Motion sensor consists of a main body, a ball arm plate, and a wall plate.

• Figure 1: Shows the components: the sensor body, the ball arm plate, and the wall plate, separated.
• Figure 2: Illustrates attaching the ball arm plate to the sensor body, with an arrow indicating the connection point.
• Figure 3: Depicts twisting the ball arm plate clockwise onto the sensor body to secure it.
• Figure 4: Shows placing the wall plate onto the assembled ball arm plate.
• Figure 5: Displays the fully assembled Shelly Motion sensor, ready for mounting.

To mount the sensor on a wall, use the provided locking dowel. The optimal height for mounting is between 2.2m (7.2ft) and 2.5m (8.2ft).

Shelly Motion Area of Detection (Based on Figures 6-8)

The Shelly Motion sensor has a detection range of 8 meters (25 feet).

• Figure 6: Illustrates the sensor mounted on a wall, showing a wide, fan-shaped detection area extending 8m (25ft) forward. It also indicates a 1-meter "no detection" zone directly in front of the sensor and the optimal mounting height of 2.2m-2.5m.
• Figure 7: Shows the sensor mounted on a ceiling, demonstrating a downward-pointing detection cone with an 8m (25ft) range. It highlights that solid objects like sofas can create "no detection" areas behind them.
• Figure 8: Depicts the sensor mounted in a corner, showing the detection cone covering the room, again with an 8m (25ft) range and the concept of "no detection" areas behind solid objects.

⚠️ CAUTION! Shelly Motion has a "no detection" area one meter in front of the sensor.

⚠️ CAUTION! Shelly Motion has a "no detection" area one meter behind solid objects (sofa, closet, etc.).

⚠️ CAUTION! Shelly Motion cannot detect movement through transparent objects.

⚠️ CAUTION! Direct sunlight or close heating sources can trigger false motion detection.

2. Shelly Application and Device Operation

Introduction to Shelly

Shelly® is a family of innovative Devices that allow remote control of electric appliances via mobile phone, PC, or home automation systems. Shelly® Devices use WiFi connectivity and can be controlled from the same network or remotely via any internet connection. They can operate standalone on a local WiFi network or through home automation cloud services. Each device has an integrated web server for adjustment, control, and monitoring. Shelly® devices support two WiFi modes: Access Point (AP) and Client Mode (CM). For CM, a WiFi router must be within range. Devices can communicate directly via HTTP protocol. An API is available from the manufacturer. Shelly® devices can be monitored and controlled even outside the local WiFi network if the router is connected to the Internet. The cloud function can be activated via the device's web server or the Shelly Cloud mobile application.

What is Shelly Motion

Shelly Motion is a high-sensitivity, ultra-low power consuming WiFi Motion sensor that stays connected to the internet 24/7 without requiring an additional HUB. It sends notifications upon motion detection or can instantly turn on lights. It features a built-in accelerometer for protection against dislocation or movement and a built-in light sensor for enhanced home or office automation capabilities.

Battery and Performance

Shelly Motion has a built-in 6500mAh rechargeable battery. In standby mode, it can remain connected to the Internet for up to 3 years without recharging. In active transmission (approx. 6 hours/day motion detected), battery life is estimated between 12 and 18 months.

Specifications

• Working temperature: -10 ÷ 50°C
• Radio protocol: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• Frequency: 2400 – 2500 MHz
• Operational range: Up to 50 m outdoors or up to 30 m indoors (depending on local construction)
• Battery: 6500mAh 3.7V

Visual Indications (LED Signals)

The Motion Sensor is equipped with an LED diode signaling operating modes and alarms:

Button User Interaction

Use a pin to press the button located next to the USB connector:

• Short press (AP mode): Wake-up from AP sleep mode (AP is only for 3 minutes and device power OFF, battery save transportation mode).
• Short press (STA MODE): Send status.
• Long press 5 sec (STA mode): Enter AP mode.
• Long press 10 sec (STA mode): Factory reset.

Installation Instructions

⚠ CAUTION! Before beginning the installation, please read the accompanying documentation carefully and completely. Failure to follow recommended procedures could lead to malfunction, danger to your life, or violation of the law. Allterco Robotics is not responsible for any loss or damage in case of incorrect installation or operation of this device.

⚠ CAUTION! Do not allow children to play with the device, especially with the Power Button. Keep devices for remote control of Shelly (mobile phones, tablets, PCs) away from children.

How to assemble and mount the Shelly Motion:

1. In your package, as seen in Figure 1, you will find the body of the Shelly Motion, the ball arm plate, and the wall plate.
2. Place the ball arm plate onto the body of Shelly Motion as seen in Figure 2.
3. Twist the ball arm plate in a clockwise direction as seen in Figure 3.
4. Place the wall plate onto the ball arm plate (Figure 4).
5. The assembled Shelly Motion sensor should look like Figure 5.
6. Use the locking dowel provided in this package to mount your Shelly Motion onto the wall.

Shelly Motion Area of Detection: Shelly Motion has a range of 8m (25ft). Optimal height for mounting is between 2.2m (7.2ft) and 2.5m (8.2ft).

Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, Allterco Robotics EOOD declares that the radio equipment type Shelly Motion is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2004/108/WE, 2011/65/UE. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at: https://shelly.cloud/declaration-of-conformity/

Manufacturer: Allterco Robotics EOOD
Address: Sofia, 1407, 103 Cherni vrah Blvd.
Tel.: +359 2 988 7435
E-mail: support@shelly.cloud
Web: http://www.shelly.cloud

Changes in contact data are published by the Manufacturer at the official website of the Device: http://www.shelly.cloud

All rights to trademarks She® and Shelly®, and other intellectual rights associated with this Device belong to Allterco Robotics EOOD.

Power On

To turn on the Shelly Motion, use a stick or pin to press the button next to the USB connector as shown in the image (a pin is shown pressing the button next to the USB port).

Prepare Device for Inclusion

To be successfully added to your Wi-Fi network, Shelly Motion must glow BLUE. If this is not the case, use a pin and press and hold the button next to the USB port for 10 seconds. This will put the device in INCLUSION mode and turn its Wi-Fi mode on an Access Point named shellymotion-xxxxxxx.

Install Shelly Application

Shelly Cloud gives you the opportunity to control and adjust all Shelly® Devices from anywhere in the world. You only need an internet connection and our mobile application, installed on your smartphone or tablet.

Download the app:

• Download on the App Store
• Get it on Google Play
• Explore it on AppGallery

Registration

The first time you load the Shelly Cloud mobile app, you have to create an account to manage all your Shelly® devices.

Forgotten Password

In case you forget or lose your password, just enter the e-mail address you have used in your registration. You will then receive instructions to change your password.

⚠ IMPORTANT! Be careful when you type your e-mail address during the registration, as it will be used in case you forget your password.

Include it to your WiFi with Shelly CLOUD APP

⚠ IMPORTANT! Before adding a new device, your phone MUST be connected to the same WiFi network where you want to add devices. DO NOT connect your phone to a WiFi network created from Shelly devices.

You need to have at least one created room in the Shelly Cloud App before adding Shelly Motion to it. Otherwise, create a room. Click on the hamburger menu icon in the upper right corner.

Choose "ADD DEVICE" from the menu, click on it, and follow instructions.

Include it to your WiFi manually

Shelly Motion can be added to your home WiFi network without using the Shelly Cloud APP. To do this, search on your PC or phone for a Wi-Fi network named shellymotion-xxxxxxx. Connect to it and open http://192.168.33.1 with the browser on your phone or computer. Choose the "Internet and Security" menu, enable WiFi mode – CLIENT, and enter your WiFi network credentials.

Add device to your account

When the device is added successfully to your WiFi network, you will see a new room called "Discovered devices".

⚠ IMPORTANT! The device you added may require a firmware update before it can be used. In this case, you must wait for this to be done before proceeding. Do not reboot the sensor until the firmware update is finished. Flashing Blue light followed by 1 minute no light and a final Blue/Red/Green sequence is an indication of successful firmware update.

Select the found devices and add them to the room you have selected.

Motion Sensor Features and Settings

After adding the sensor to your account, you can change its settings according to your needs. Settings can be changed both through the Shelly Cloud app and through the local web page of the device, which you can open through a browser.

Shelly Cloud App – Motion Status

In the Shelly Cloud App, movement can be detected both on room and sensor level:

• No motion: Indicates no movement detected.
• Motion detected: Indicates movement has been detected.
• Motion detection deactivated: Indicates motion detection is turned off.
• Vibration or movement is detected: Indicates vibration or movement has been detected.

Device Web Page – Motion Status

Opening the device page by IP manually, the following statuses are available: motion status, vibration detection, battery level, light intensity, sensor activity status, and lightning mode.

Example status bar: "No motion", "8 lux", "No tamper", "51%", "Active", "dark".

Sensor Control

In this menu, you can set the basic parameters for the operation of the sensor.

Illumination Definitions

Shelly Motion has a built-in light sensor. It measures light intensity in Lux, which can differ from values measured by other devices, depending on the measurement specifics and location of the device. You can assign three different light modes: Dark, Twilight, and Bright. Each light mode can have custom predefined sensitivity values. By default, Dark is under 100, Twilight is between 100 and 500, and Bright is above 500.

Motion Sensitivity

Allows you to adjust the sensor's level of sensitivity. By default, the value is 50, which allows detection of objects over 15 kg at 5 meters distance. If you have a pet, setting this value will allow the sensor not to detect it while moving. Importantly, large pets can be detected, especially if they stand on their hind legs. You can adjust sensor sensitivity level based on your needs.

Motion Blind Time

Can be set in the range of 1 to 5 minutes. Within the Blind time period, motion detections will not be reported. Only motions detected after the Blind time will be reported and information will be sent.

Motion Pulse Count

Allows the sensor to send alerts only if motion is repeated. It is usually used to avoid false positives. The default value is 1; if you have false positives, you can increase it up to 4.

Motion Detection Operating Mode

Lights control based on certain lighting conditions. The options are "In any light", "only when it is dark", "Dusk", or "Light". If the sensor is not in the specified range of illumination, it will not detect movement and will not perform any action.

Tamper Alarm Sensitivity

Shelly Motion has a built-in accelerometer to detect vibration and tamper. If someone is trying to divert or move it from where you placed it, you will be notified. You can adjust sensitivity level based on your convenience and location. This may be needed if you use the sensor in a place where there may be vibrations from vehicles or other causes.

Motion Sensor

From here you can enable or disable device motion detection. When disabled, the sensor will not send information in case of motion until you enable it again.

Sleep Time

This feature allows you to temporarily disable the sensor to detect and send movement information for a certain period of time. After the specified time has expired, the sensor will be reactivated. The sleep time can be terminated manually by enabling it from the Sensor Motion menu.

Weekly Scheduling

Schedule Timer

Shelly motion supports modes of operations based on day, time, sunrise, and sunset parameters. To select the operating mode, select the time or position of the sun and one of the two possible options: Activate / Deactivate motion detection. This allows you to define when you want to be notified in case of unauthorized movement detection.

Internet & Security

WiFi Mode - Client

WiFi network settings and information, including the option to set up a fixed IP address.

WiFi Client Backup

Backup network settings in case the sensor is lost or cannot be connected to the primary WiFi network.

⚠ ATTENTION! After connecting the backup WiFi network, the sensor will remain connected to it until disconnected or restarted.

WiFi Mode - Access Point

By default, during first use, Shelly Motion creates a network named shellymotion-xxxx without a password. You can change the network name and set a password.

Restrict Login

Shelly motion can be set up by opening the IP address on the Wi-Fi network. To restrict access to its built-in Web interface, you can specify a name and password. This is often necessary if the sensor is located in public networks with access by many users.

SNTP Server

Server from where the device synchronizes time and date.

MQTT and CoAP Settings

MQTT and CoAP settings allowing the sensor to connect directly to 3-party automation systems. Can be enabled/disabled separately.

Cloud

Ability to deactivate or activate the connection to Shelly Cloud. This option works independently of MQTT and CoAP.

Actions – Control Your Other Devices Directly

This feature allows Shelly motion to control other devices on the local network or the Internet (IFTTT and others) without a cloud or other automation system. If you have a Shelly relay or a light bulb or other device that can be controlled via the Internet, then Shelly Motion can send the command directly. For more information about the commands you can send to control other Shelly devices directly, see:

• https://shelly.cloud/documents/developers/ddd_communication.pdf
• https://shelly-api-docs.shelly.cloud/

The following options for performing URL action are possible:

• Motion detected
• Motion detected in dark
• Motion detected in twilight
• Motion detected in bright
• End of motion detected
• Tamper alarm detected
• End of tamper alarm

Each of them supports up to 5 URLs that will be executed when motion is detected, end of motion, or vibration. In addition, each of the 5 action URLs can be limited in time. This allows you to set the sensor to control the light intensity (if you use a Shelly Dimmer or other device with similar capabilities) to be specific to different times of the day. You can also control any other device according to the time of day.

Settings

Led Light Control

To turn off the light indication when motion or vibration is detected.

Firmware Update

Check for a new firmware version and update it.

⚠ ATTENTION! Do not reboot the sensor until the firmware update is finished. Flashing Blue light followed by 1 minute no light and a final Blue/Red/Green sequence is an indication of successful firmware update.

Time Zone and Geo-location

Change your Timezone and set a new location.

Device Name

Use a friendly device name; if you use the Shelly Cloud APP, the name can be automatically populated.

Factory Reset

Restore factory settings.

Device Reboot

Reboots the Shelly Motion.

Device Info

Connectivity settings and ID of the device.

Battery Lifetime and Optimization

Shelly Motion sensor is a battery-powered device that is permanently connected to the Wi-Fi network and the Internet. In standby mode, it can reach up to 3 years of operation without recharging, and in cases of active movement between 12 - 18 months. However, to be able to achieve the specified operating times, it is extremely important to comply with the following requirements:

1. Mount the sensor in place with a strong enough WiFi signal. It is desirable that the RSSI is better than -70 dB.
2. Do not open the local page of the device unnecessarily. It is not designed to continuously exchange data to read its settings and status. In case of an event, the device will immediately send the necessary information to Cloud, Local Server, or execute Actions. If you have opened the local page, close it as soon as you make changes to the settings you want.
3. If the device is set in a place where there is frequent movement, consider whether it is necessary to report it 24/7 or only at certain time intervals. If so, create a Weekly Schedule when to send the information about that.
4. Do not place the device outdoors in direct sunlight, high humidity, or where there is a risk of water droplets falling on it. Shelly motion sensor is made for indoor usage or in well-covered places.