Shelly Wave Motion Long Range Motion Detector

• Tools required:
  • Small Phillips screwdriver (for battery cover and mounting bracket)
  • Drill and masonry/wood bit (only if mounting to solid walls or ceilings)
  • Pencil for marking mounting positions
  • Spirit level (optional, for accurate alignment)
  • Step ladder (if ceiling or high-wall mounting)
• Applications:
  • A Z-Wave certified controller or hub (for example Home Assistant with a Z-Wave stick, Fibaro, Homey, or another Z-Wave gateway)
  • The companion app or web interface for your chosen Z-Wave controller
  • Optional: Z-Wave JS UI or similar tool for advanced parameter configuration

Step 1: Unbox and inspect

• Remove the Shelly Wave Motion Long Range Motion Detector, the CR123A battery, the mounting bracket, screws, and quick start guide from the packaging.
• Check that all items are present and undamaged before proceeding.

Step 2: Insert the battery

• Open the sensor housing by carefully separating the front cover from the rear/mounting plate, following the direction indicated in the quick start guide.
• Insert the supplied CR123A battery, observing the correct polarity marked inside the battery compartment.
• Close the housing securely. The device will power on and briefly indicate readiness via its LED.

Step 3: Prepare your Z-Wave controller

• Ensure your Z-Wave hub or controller is powered on, connected to your network, and updated to the latest firmware.
• Open the controller's app or web interface and navigate to the section for adding a new Z-Wave device (commonly labelled Add Device, Include Node, or Inclusion).
• Place the controller into inclusion mode. If your controller supports S2 secure inclusion, keep the DSK/QR code from the device or its packaging to hand.

Step 4: Include the sensor into the Z-Wave network

• Bring the motion detector within close range of your Z-Wave controller for the pairing process (you can move it to its final location afterwards).
• Trigger inclusion on the sensor as described in the quick start guide (typically a short press of the inclusion button located inside or on the device).
• If prompted, scan or enter the S2 DSK/QR code to complete secure inclusion.
• Wait for the controller to confirm that the device has been added successfully. The node should now appear in your device list.

Step 5: Test detection before mounting

• With the sensor still near your final location, walk across its field of view to confirm motion is detected and reported to the controller.
• Check that motion, tamper, and battery status updates are all being received.

Step 6: Mount the sensor

• Choose a location that provides a clear line of sight across the area to be monitored, avoiding direct sunlight, heat sources, and reflective surfaces that could cause false triggers.
• The sensor offers up to 12 metres detection range with a 100° horizontal detection angle; position accordingly for full coverage.
• Hold the mounting bracket in place, mark the screw positions with a pencil, and use a spirit level if precise alignment is required.
• Drill pilot holes if necessary, then secure the bracket using the supplied screws.
• Clip or twist the sensor onto the bracket following the orientation shown in the quick start guide.

Step 7: Configure parameters

• In your Z-Wave controller, open the sensor's configuration or parameters page.
• Adjust sensitivity to suit the environment - lower values reduce false triggers in busy areas, higher values improve detection of subtle movement.
• Set the motion re-trigger interval (the cool-down period before another motion event can be reported) to match your automation needs.
• Enable or disable additional reports such as tamper, temperature (if exposed by the device), and low-battery notifications as required.

Step 8: Create automations

• Use your controller or hub to build automations that respond to motion events, for example switching on lights, activating a security scene, or sending notifications.
• Test each automation by triggering motion and confirming the expected response.

Step 9: Ongoing maintenance

• Battery life is up to 2 years under typical usage. Monitor the battery status report and replace the CR123A cell when low.
• Keep the sensor lens clean and unobstructed for reliable performance.
• The device is rated IP20 and is intended for indoor use only; do not install in wet or exposed outdoor environments.
• Operate within the specified temperature range of 0°C to 40°C.

Note: This device is battery powered and does not require mains wiring, so no electrical work is required.