As a homeowner passionate about smart home security, I’ve been exploring how to integrate my Hikvision cameras with Home Assistant for a more intelligent setup. Currently, my garden cameras are set to motion detection 24/7, but I’m facing an issue where I receive notifications even when I’m at home. Ideally, I’d like the cameras to only notify me when motion is detected while I’m away.
I’ve discovered the HikvisionCam integration for Home Assistant, which allows sending commands from HA to control the cameras. However, I’m struggling with setting up the automation to switch the cameras on or off based on my presence. I’ve configured the config.yaml as per the instructions, but I’m unsure about the specific commands needed to control the cameras.
Has anyone successfully implemented a similar setup? Any guidance on the automation workflow or the exact commands to use would be greatly appreciated! I’m excited to refine this system for a more seamless and efficient home security experience.