Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor. It provides a comprehensive summary of the FP2's mmWave radar technology, presence detection, room mapping, zone automation, multi-person tracking, smart home integrations, firmware management, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

Unlike traditional PIR motion sensors that only detect movement, the Aqara FP2 uses 60 GHz millimeter-wave (mmWave) radar to continuously detect human presence, including small movements such as breathing or shifting while sitting. This allows automations to remain active while someone is still in a room instead of turning lights off simply because motion has stopped. The FP2 connects directly to Wi-Fi and does not require an Aqara Hub. It supports Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Home Assistant, SmartThings (via Matter), and other compatible smart home platforms.

Supported Features

Human Presence Detection

• Continuous Presence Detection
• Occupancy Detection
• Presence/Absence Detection
• Approach Detection
• Leave Detection
• Entry Detection
• Exit Detection

Multi-Person Tracking

• Tracks up to 5 people simultaneously
• Individual presence tracking
• Real-time position updates
• Best performance with 3 or fewer occupants 

Zone Positioning

• Up to 30 customizable zones
• Room mapping
• Sofa zone
• Bed zone
• Desk zone
• Dining area
• Kitchen zone
• Hallway zone
• Individual automations for each zone 

Motion Intelligence

• Detects tiny movements
• Stationary occupancy
• Walking detection
• Direction awareness
• Entry/Exit events

Environmental Monitoring

• Built-in Illuminance (Light) Sensor
• Ambient light measurement
• Lighting automation

Advanced Detection

• Fall Detection (ceiling installation)
• Sleep Monitoring
• Interference Compensation
• Presence History
• Occupancy Events 

Mobile App

Device configuration is performed using the:

• Aqara Home App

The app allows technicians to:

• Add the FP2
• Update firmware
• Configure rooms
• Create detection zones
• Adjust sensitivity
• Configure interference areas
• Create automations
• View occupancy status
• Configure fall detection
• Manage notifications

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi
• Matter Support
• Apple HomeKit
• Local Automations (supported platforms)
• Cloud and local integration depending on ecosystem

The FP2 is Wi-Fi based and does not require an Aqara Zigbee hub for normal operation.

Smart Home Platform Compatibility

Supports integration with:

• Apple Home
• Amazon Alexa
• Google Home
• Samsung SmartThings
• Home Assistant
• Homey
• HomeKit
• Matter-enabled platforms 

Automation Capabilities

Supports automations such as:

• Room Occupied
• Room Vacant
• Motion Lighting
• Welcome Home
• Goodnight Scene
• Reading Mode
• Movie Mode
• Bedtime Automation
• HVAC Control
• Smart Fan Control
• Presence-Based Lighting
• Occupancy-Based Energy Savings
• Bathroom Lighting
• Closet Lighting
• Kitchen Lighting
• Office Automation

Installation Options

• Wall Mount
• Corner Mount
• Ceiling Mount (required for fall detection)
• Adjustable mounting angle
• USB-C powered
• Indoor installation

Firmware Management

Technicians can:

• Check firmware version
• Install firmware updates
• Verify successful updates
• Reset device
• Reconfigure room mapping
• Restore factory defaults

Firmware updates are managed through the Aqara Home app.

Common Technician Configuration Requests

SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians commonly assist customers with:

• Initial device setup
• Wi-Fi configuration
• Matter pairing
• Apple Home pairing
• Alexa integration
• Google Home integration
• Home Assistant integration
• Creating room maps
• Configuring detection zones
• Adjusting sensitivity
• Setting interference areas
• Multi-person detection setup
• Fall detection configuration
• Sleep monitoring setup
• Motion lighting automations
• Presence automations
• Notification configuration
• Firmware updates
• Device reset
• Device relocation
• Detection accuracy optimization
• Troubleshooting false detections
• Removing ghost occupants
• Re-pairing after network changes

SmartHomeConcierge.ai Integration Notes

Before troubleshooting an Aqara FP2, technicians should verify:

• Wi-Fi connectivity
• Aqara Home app access
• Firmware version
• Matter configuration (if used)
• Platform integration (Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, Home Assistant, SmartThings, etc.)
• Room mapping accuracy
• Zone configuration
• Sensor mounting location
• Nearby reflective surfaces or moving objects (fans, curtains, HVAC vents)
• USB power stability
• Existing automations

Most Aqara FP2 support requests involve optimizing room mapping, improving presence accuracy, eliminating false detections, configuring multi-zone automations, integrating with third-party smart home platforms, or updating firmware for improved performance.