How do you wire a motion sensor to an existing outdoor light? Specific instructions for wiring up a motion sensor will vary by brand. Be sure to check the manufacturer’s instructions on specifics.

Make sure the adjustment knobs for sensitivity and on-time for the motion sensor are facing up so you can modify how sensitive your device is and how long it stays on to signal your Arduino.

A smart thermostat manages your home’s temperature automatically, but there’s another interesting way to use it: as a motion detector. You just need a little help from IFTTT. How-to Geek walks ...

A gangly-looking motion detector floodlight is fine for scaring off a backyard intruder ... But cable and connection details will vary a bit. Simply choose the method that will make running cable ...

Motion detectors are already an incredibly clever means of adding functionality to a room, but these uses will help you stay safe, save money and more.

Halloween is right around the corner and just about every Halloween project needs some kind of motion sensor. Historically, we’ve used IR and ultrasonic sensors but [Makers Mashup] decided to ...