Configuration

Configuration

This guide will help you understand how to adjust the settings of the SG-1 sensor for optimal performance and integrate it into your automations.

Accessing the Sensor Control Page

To access the sensor control page, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings in your Home Assistant dashboard.
2. Select Devices and Services.
3. Search for ESPHome in the search bar.
4. Select ESPHome from the list.
   • If you have multiple ESPHome devices, you will be presented with a list of devices. Select Human Radar SG-1.

The Sigurd Human Radar sensor offers seven sensor outputs and more than 20 control settings for fine-tuning its performance.

Fine Tuning

Max Detection Range

• Max Movement Detection Range: Defines the maximum range for detecting movement.
• Max Presence Detection Range: Defines the maximum range for detecting presence.
• Recommendation: Set this to the length of the area you wish to monitor or the distance to the next wall.

Movement and Clearance Time

• Clearance Time: Determines how long the sensor will continue to report occupancy/movement after the last detection.
  • Example: A clearance time of 5 seconds means the sensor will report occupancy for 5 seconds after the last movement is detected.
  • Recommendation: Set the clearance time to at least 5 seconds to avoid unexpected results in your automation setup.

Range Sensitivity

• The sensor provides 16 sensitivity controls for ranges from 0m to 8m:
  • 0-8m Movement Threshold: Adjusts the threshold for detecting movement. For instance, setting 1m to 50% means the sensor detects movement with at least 50% certainty at that distance.
  • 0-8m Occupancy Threshold: Adjusts the threshold for detecting static presence. For instance, setting 3m to 90% means the sensor detects presence with at least 90% certainty at that distance.
• Adjustment: Modify the sensitivity for each range to achieve your desired detection accuracy.
• Important: The sensor reliably detects presence up to 4 meters and movement up to 8 meters. Presence detection may depend on natural movement unless the person is intentionally still or sleeping.

Sensors

The SG-1 Human Radar adds four sensors to your Home Assistant setup. These sensors provide detailed information for automations and monitoring.

Sensor Types

1. Moving and Occupancy Distance
   • Description: Indicates the distance to a still or moving object.
   • Use Case: Useful for detecting how far away an object or person is from the sensor.
2. Movement
   • Description: Shows whether movement is detected, with states: Detected and Clear.
   • Use Case: Ideal for basic movement detection in automations.
3. Occupancy or Movement
   • Description: Indicates whether any movement or occupancy is detected, with states: Detected and Clear.
   • Use Case: A primary sensor for automations, offering comprehensive area status.
4. Occupancy
   • Description: Displays occupancy status, showing movement, occupancy, or clear states.
   • Use Case: Suitable for detailed automations and nuanced monitoring.

Understanding Sensor States

• Detected: Movement or occupancy is detected.
• Clear: No movement or occupancy is detected.

By understanding and utilizing these sensors, you can create advanced automations in your Home Assistant setup, enhancing the intelligence and functionality of your smart home.