The FP1E was a great sensor, but it didn’t have a light sensor. The FP2 was chock full of features, but I could never get it to work reliably.
My office has two shelves with a number of toys (yes I am one of those nerds), my chair is in the middle of my office, and there are two windows very close that I want to keep open during the day. I could never get the false positives from the FP2 to go away. My also my wife likes plants and decorations in other rooms so I could never not get a nice simple room to test things in. Just wanted to hear peoples experiences.
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@deviladv It sounds like you’re facing some challenges with false positives from the FP2 sensor in your busy office environment. The FP2 is indeed packed with features, but its sensitivity to moving objects like toys, plants, and even the movement of curtains or decorations can sometimes lead to false triggers. Here’s a bit of guidance based on what we know about the FP2:
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Interference Sources: Since your office has a lot of moving elements, you might consider setting these areas as “interference sources” within the FP2 settings. This includes marking shelves, windows, or any place where there’s movement from plants or toys.
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Adjust Sensitivity: You can try adjusting the presence detection sensitivity. Lowering the sensitivity in areas with lots of movement (like near windows with curtains) might help reduce false positives.
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Edge Settings: If there are specific areas to be excluded from detection, configuring the “edge” settings can help minimize false signals from objects like walls or windows.
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Environment Configuration: If possible, try repositioning the sensor or temporarily removing some items to see if that helps in reducing false positives.
It’s great to see you’re keen to hear about others’ experiences, and I’m sure members of the community will have some valuable insights to share. Feel free to experiment with these settings and keep us posted on what works for you!