Why does my camera detect motion when there is none?

Answered by Douglas Hiatt

There can be several reasons why a camera might detect motion when there is none. In this case, it is possible that the weak connection between the camera and your wireless router is causing the camera to record false motion clips. This can happen if the camera is not receiving a stable and strong enough signal from the router.

One way to address this issue is to increase the retrigger time of the camera. The retrigger time refers to the duration between two consecutive motion detections. By increasing this time, you can reduce the chances of false motion detections. This is because the camera will only start recording again after the set retrigger time has passed since the last motion detection. This allows for more time to stabilize the connection and avoid false triggers.

Another solution is to move the camera closer to your wireless router. This can help improve the signal strength and stability between the camera and the router, reducing the likelihood of false motion detections. If possible, try to place the camera in a location that is within the range of your router and free from any obstructions that may interfere with the signal.

In my personal experience, I had a similar issue with my camera detecting motion when there was none. After troubleshooting, I realized that the camera was placed too far away from the router, resulting in a weak connection. I moved the camera closer to the router, and the false motion detections significantly decreased.

It is also worth noting that other factors such as interference from other electronic devices or physical obstructions can also affect the camera’s ability to detect motion accurately. Wi-Fi signals can be affected by walls, furniture, and even appliances. So, it is important to ensure that there are no significant obstacles between the camera and the router.

To summarize, if your camera is detecting motion when there is none, it could be due to a weak connection between the camera and your wireless router. Increasing the retrigger time and moving the camera closer to the router can help resolve this issue. Additionally, minimizing any potential interference or obstructions can also improve the camera’s motion detection accuracy.