What if your home could tell when someone entered a room? That is the power of smart home technology. My journey to create a smart home started with a small but impressive device: the Aeotec Multi Sensor 7. Without further ado, Let's find out what it is!
What is Aeotec Multi Sensor 7?
Aeotec Multi Sensor 7 is a six sensor in a compact device providing temperature, vibration, humidity, motion, light and UV. You can power the sensor using the supplied USB cable or the supplied batteries. It is a compact sensor measuring just 1.38” high by 1.77” wide and 1.77” deep, it barely takes up any room replacing multiple sensors in one.
Features of the Multisensor 7
- Motion detection
- Temperature monitoring
- Humidity monitoring
- Light sensing
- UV sensing
- Vibration detection
Specifications of the MultiSensor 7
- Sensors: Motion, Tamper/Vibration, Temperature, Humidity, Light (Lux), UVI (UV Index)
- Max. PIR motion sensitivity: 10 metres / 33 feet
- Vibration sensor: Acts as tamper switch, ON or OFF
- Measured Temperature Range: -10℃ to 50℃/14℉ to 122℉ (Accuracy: ±0.5℃)
- Measured humidity range: 20%RH to 80%RH [Accuracy: ±5%RH (at 25℃/77℉)]
- Light Intensity Measuring Range: 0 LUX to 30000 LUX (Accuracy: +-3%)
- UV Index: 0 to 11 UV index
- Radio protocol: Z-Wave 700 series
- Z-Wave Repeater: Only on USB power
- Security: S2 Security
- Waterproofing: IP20
- Power Supply: USB DC 5V or battery power (2×CR123A batteries, 3V, 1500mAh)
- Weight: 65 g
- Sensor dimensions: 45 x 45 x 35 mm
- Back mount Plate Dimensions: 24 x 24 mm
- Operating Temperature: 0℃ to 40℃ / 32℉ to 104℉
- Operating Humidity: 8% to 80%
Pros and Cons of Multisensor 7
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Improved sensor technology
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Higher price
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Extended battery life
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Less proven track record
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Compact design
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Requires a Z-Wave Hub
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Z-Wave Plus V2 compatibility
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Easy installation
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Easy integration
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The aeotec multisensor 7 is an ideal choice for those looking to enhance their smart home automation and security with a versatile, reliable, and easy-to-install sensor. If you are looking for the best motion sensor, multisensor 7 is the perfect solution for you.
Other Aeotec Sensors
Aeotec Trisensor 8
The Aeotec TriSensor 8 is a compact and versatile smart device designed to provide essential data for intelligent home automation. With integrated motion, temperature, and light sensors, it enables responsive and secure automation in any smart home environment.
Key Features
- Motion detection of object in up to 10m range
- Enhanced Light sensing
- Increased temperature detection accuracy
- Latest Z-Wave 800 series technology
- Z-Wave Long range enabled with up to 1.6 km range (only in US)
- Battery Lifetime of up 2.5 years
- Fits into Aeotec Recessor for inwall installation
- Pet-Friendly Settings
- Enhanced Security (S2 Integration)
- Long Wireless Range
Not only Aeotec Multisensor 7, if you like to use Aeotec Smart Home Hubs now you can smarten up your home with these aeotec products.
Conclusion
As mentioned earlier, I love the Aeotec MultiSensor 7. If you want to automate your home, I would like to recommend Aeotec products as an excellent choice. However, you must ensure that whatever aeotec products you pick will match the criteria for which you are looking. That’s all. Hope you now have an idea about aeotec multi sensor 7.
FAQs
Does aeotec compatible with matter?
- Yes, with amazing integration with the most prominent technologies such as Matter, Zigbee, Z-Wave, Thread, and Wi-Fi, simply connect it to your existing home network, and you're ready to go.
How to pair aeotec MultiSensor 7?
- Open SmartThings app.
- Tap"+" located at the top right corner (second icon from the right).
- Select "Add Device".
- Select "Scan Nearby"
- Open the battery cover of your MultiSensor 7
- Now tap the Action Button on MultiSensor 7.
- Scan the QR code or choose to enter the DSK code (pin code located under the QR barcode)
- Now wait about a minute and your device should show up as "Aeotec Multipurpose Sensor", feel free to rename this.
Where is Aeotec from?
- Manufacturer of smart home products based in Hamburg, Germany. The company offers actuators, sensors, control units, smart switches and other products, enabling homeowners to get modern home control products.
Does Aeotec work with Zigbee?
- Aeotec's Smart Home Hub serves as a central control unit that leverages Zigbee's capabilities to establish connections with a diverse array of Zigbee-enabled devices.