I’ve been diving into the world of smart lighting lately, and I must say, it’s been an exciting journey! 
I’ve got a setup with Philips Hue lights and a Fibaro motion sensor, and I’m trying to get them to work seamlessly together. However, there’s been a bit of a hitch that I’m hoping the community can help me figure out.
Let me start by sharing my setup. I have a group of Hue lights called “Outdoor,” which includes a color bulb and an outdoor spot. They’re programmed to turn on at sunset with a specific color, and that part works like a charm. But here’s the kicker: around 8 pm, the porch light turns white, and the outdoor spot starts flashing. It’s like they have a mind of their own! 
I’ve checked the Hue app, and there’s nothing there that should be causing this. The only way to fix it is to manually reset the lights back to their intended scene. This happens every night, and it’s getting a bit frustrating.
Now, onto the Fibaro motion sensor. I’ve connected it to my Hue setup, and while it works, it’s triggering the lights in a way I didn’t expect. The Innr bulbs, which are part of the Hue group, are responding to the Fibaro sensor even though they’re not directly linked. It’s like the Hue bridge is taking over and overriding the Fibaro settings. Am I missing something here? Is there a way to ensure the Fibaro sensor only triggers specific lights without involving the Hue bridge?
I’ve tried tweaking the flows in the Hue app, but nothing seems to stick. The lights keep reverting to their default behavior. I’m starting to think there might be a conflict in how the Hue bridge processes signals from different devices. Maybe there’s a setting I haven’t discovered yet that can help me isolate the Fibaro sensor from the Hue group.
On a lighter note, I’ve also been experimenting with creating custom scenes and automations. It’s amazing how much you can personalize your lighting setup with just a bit of trial and error. I’ve even set up some color transitions that match the mood of different times of the day. It’s these little victories that keep me going despite the occasional setback.
If anyone out there has encountered similar issues or has tips on how to troubleshoot this, I’d be thrilled to hear from you! Let’s keep the learning and sharing going. 