Motion detector with switching actuator - outdoor

With the smart motion detector with switch actuator - outdoor, you can immediately detect movement outdoors and use various functions in your smart home.

Motion detector with switching actuator – outdoor

Detect movements outdoors immediately

Do you arrive home late at night and don’t want to stand in front of the door in the dark? The weatherproof motion detector with switching actuator – outdoor reliably monitors the outdoor areas and automatically switches the light on for you when it detects movements.

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white
anthracite
anthracite
Glühbirne

Automatically switch on the light

With the integrated switching actuator and switching groups, simply switch several actuators in the smart home when motion is detected

Glühbirne

Powerful, whether light or dark

The integrated twilight sensor not only switches on in the dark, but also at dusk or on cloudy days.

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The motion detector has a detection range of up to 20 meters and a detection angle of 180°.

 

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Fail-safe and reliable

An alarm can be triggered even if the internet connection is inactive, as the devices communicate directly with each other

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For example, if a burglar were to destroy an access point, the other devices would still be active for you.

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white
white
anthracite
anthracite
Haken mit Funkwellen

Flexible mounting without battery operation

Thanks to the 230 V power supply, no battery operation is required. Thanks to the weatherproof housing (IP44) and a wide temperature range of -20 to +55 °C, the motion detector can be flexibly installed outdoors.

 

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Everything in view

The Homematic IP app gives you an up-to-date overview of your smart home for a secure feeling even when you're on the move.

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When protection mode is activated, a message is immediately sent to your smartphone when motion is detected and an alarm is displayed in the app.

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Product Variants

Motion detector with switching actuator – outdoor

Order information

Product Name (Short)
HmIP-SMO230
Item Number
156737A0
EAN Code
4047976567379

Technical data

Supply voltage
230 V/50 Hz
Current consumption
5 A max.
Typical battery life
6 years (typical)
Power consumption in standby
0.5 W
Minimum load
1 W
Switching capacity
1150 W
Relay
NO contact, 1-pole, µ contact, bistable
Load type
Resistive load
Cable type and cross section
Rigid and flexible cable, 0.75-2.50 mm²
Degree of protection
IP44
Dimensions (W x H x D)
78 x 126 x 140 mm
Ambient temperature
-20 to +55°C
Weight
311 g
Radio frequency
868.0-868.6 MHz/869.4-869.65 MHz
Typ. open area RF range
200 m
Detection range
20 m
Detection angle
180 °
Detection angle horizontal
90°
Function type
Motion / presence detector
Connection
Wireless
Color
white
Homematic IP User Guide

Version: July 2025

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Overview of QR code stickers
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Operating manual Motion detector with switching actuator – outdoor

Short description: HmIP-SMO230 / HmIP-SMO230-A | Product reference: 156737A0 / 158238A0

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Datasheet Motion detector with switching actuator – outdoor

Short description: HmIP-SMO230 / HmIP-SMO230-A | Product reference: 156737A0 / 158238A0

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Declaration of conformity Motion detector with switch actor – outdoor

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