How can I set up my camera to only send notifications when a person is detected, not for vehicles, pets, or other motion?
To receive person-only notifications, you need a paid subscription that includes AI analysis features. Here's how to configure it:
Step 1: Subscribe to Awareness Service
- Person-specific notifications require a paid subscription plan
- The free plan only provides basic motion detection for any moving object
- AI analysis includes person, pet, vehicle, and package recognition with intelligent notifications
Step 2: Enable Person Notifications
- Open the app and go to Camera Settings
- Navigate to "Notification Settings"
- Look for notification toggles for different detection types (Person, Pet, Vehicle, Other)
- Enable only the "Person" notification toggle
- Disable "Vehicle," "Pet," "Package," and "Other" notifications
Step 3: Configure Activity Zones (if available)
- Go to Camera Settings → Motion Detection
- Set up activity zones to focus detection on areas where people typically appear
- Exclude areas like streets or driveways where vehicles pass by
Step 4: Verify Settings
- Test by walking in front of the camera to trigger person detection
- Check that you receive notifications labeled as "Person detected."
- Ensure other motion (like cars, packages, or pets) doesn't trigger notifications