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BMS Controls Glossary

Occupancy Light Sensor

What is the definition of an occupancy light sensor? An occupancy light sensor is a device that detects movement to control lighting. The sensors detect the presence or absence of people in a room, and automatically adjust the lighting to match the occupancy level. This can be used in areas such as offices or warehouses, to ensure that the lights are not on unnecessarily when no one is present. There are various types of occupancy light sensors, such as motion-based, sound-based, and light-based. Motion-based sensors, for example, detect movement using infrared technology and turn the lights on or off accordingly. Sound-based sensors use microphones to detect sound and can be used to determine if someone is in the room or not. Light-based sensors detect the amount of available light and adjust the lighting levels accordingly. All these types of occupancy light sensors help reduce energy costs and offer improved safety and convenience. They can also be used in combination with other technologies, such as smart home systems, to