Shelly BLU Motion ZB
What is THE Shelly BLU Motion ZB?
A compact, battery-powered motion and light sensor that detects human movement via PIR and measures ambient light with configurable thresholds to enable smart automations.
- Dual Connectivity: Zigbee 3.0 (via hubs) and Bluetooth (via BTHome)
- PIR motion detection with adjustable sensitivity for reliable movement detection
- Beacon mode with continuous status updates every 30 seconds
- Battery included with up to 5 years of life (CR2477)
- Built-in LUX sensor with configurable brightness levels (dark, twilight, bright)
- Configurable LED indication for optional visual feedback
- BTHome support for integration with Shelly and compatible platforms
- Wire-free installation with double-sided adhesive for easy wall or ceiling placement
- AES encryption (CCM mode) for secure communication
- Compatible with Shelly Plus, Pro, and Gen3/Gen4 devices, Zigbee 3.0 hubs, and platforms like Home Assistant, and Shelly Smart Control app
*Requires a compatible Bluetooth or Zigbee gateway for automations and app control.
Features
Adjustable Motion Sensitivity
Fine-tune motion detection to match different spaces and reduce unwanted triggers from everyday movement.
BT Home Integration
Connect the sensor to compatible platforms using BTHome for flexible, cross-platform smart home setups.
Motion-Based Alerts
Receive notifications when movement is detected in selected areas, helping you stay informed in real time.
Scene Activation
Combine the sensor with your Shelly devices to create custom scenes (gateway required).
Scripting
Create custom automations using JavaScript to tailor system behavior to your needs (gateway required).
Secure Communication
Keep your data protected with AES encryption (CCM mode) for reliable and private communication between devices.
Use Cases
Hallway Motion Lighting
Entryway Awareness
When movement is detected near entry areas in low-light conditions, your home can respond instantly. Place Shelly BLU Motion ZB near a front or back entrance and combine it with Shelly smart switches or bulbs in the Shelly Smart Control app to create scenes that react automatically. Whether arriving home late or checking activity around the house after dark, lighting and notifications help make entry spaces easier to monitor and navigate.
Garage Reminder
Movement around garages and backyard areas can easily go unnoticed after dark. Install Shelly BLU Motion ZB and combine it with Shelly smart switches, bulbs, and push notification in the Shelly Smart Control app to create automations that react when motion continues for an extended time in low-light conditions. This helps bring attention to spaces that may require a quick check before the house is closed up for the night.
Guided Night Lighting
Moving around your bedroom at night no longer means switching on harsh lights or searching for switches. Place the sensor on a nearby wall or bedside table to trigger soft lighting as soon as you get out of bed. Combined with Shelly smart switches or bulbs and set up in the Shelly Smart Control app, it creates a more comfortable nighttime atmosphere while keeping lighting gentle and unobtrusive.
Caution
Installation of certain Shelly devices must be done by a qualified electrician or authorised installer.
User Interface
Inputs
- One push button
- Press 4 times quickly to put Shelly BLU Motion ZB into pairing mode. The LED starts flashing in blue for one minute
- Press 5 times quickly to activate Zigbee pairing. The LED starts flashing purple for one minute.
- Press and hold for 30 sec to factory reset. The LED will flash in red for two seconds and the device will restart.
Outputs
The device will broadcast every motion detection, indicating it by a red flash. This LED flash can be turned of from the Shelly app.
Specifications
Physical | |
Size (HxWxD): |
Sensor only: 28x37x37 mm / 1.10x1.46x1.46 inch |
Weight: |
Sensor only: 28 g / 1.02 oz |
Shell material: |
Plastic |
Shell color: |
White |
Environmental | |
Ambient working temperature: |
-20 °C to 40 °C / -5 °F to 105 °F |
Humidity: |
30 % to 70 % RH |
Electrical | |
Power supply: |
1x 3 V CR2477 battery (included) |
Battery life: |
5 years |
Sensors, meters | |
PIR |
Yes |
Light sensor |
Yes |
Bluetooth | |
Protocol: |
5 (LE) |
RF band: |
2400 - 2483.5 MHz |
Max. RF power: |
< 8 dBm |
Range: |
Up to 10 m / 33 ft indoors and 30 m / 100 ft outdoors |
ZigBee | Protocol: |
802.15.4 |
RF bands: |
2405 to 2480 MHz |
Max. RF power: |
<8 dBm |
Range: |
Up to 100 m / 328 ft indoors and 300 meters / 984 ft outdoors (Depends on local conditions) |
Microcontroller unit | |
CPU: |
EFR32MG27 |
Flash: |
768 kB |
Firmware capabilities | |
Encryption: |
AES encryption (CCM mode) |
Beacon mode: |
Yes |
Firmware capabilities | |
Supported Devices |
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