Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the Apollo Automation ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of Apollo Automation smart sensors, ESPHome devices, Home Assistant integrations, environmental monitoring, mmWave presence detection, air quality monitoring, firmware management, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

Apollo Automation is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in ESPHome-powered, locally controlled smart sensors designed primarily for Home Assistant. Rather than relying on cloud services, Apollo devices communicate over the local network using Wi-Fi and ESPHome, providing fast response times, privacy, and extensive customization. Their product lineup includes mmWave presence sensors, air quality monitors, Bluetooth proxy devices, environmental sensors, and developer boards, with many products supporting optional expansion modules.

Supported Product Families

Presence Sensors

• MSR-2 mmWave Multisensor
• MTR-1 Multi-Target Radar Sensor
• Human Presence Detection
• Occupancy Detection
• Motion Detection
• Multi-Zone Presence Detection (model dependent)

Air Quality Monitoring

• AIR-1 Air Quality Sensor
• CO₂ Monitoring
• Temperature Monitoring
• Humidity Monitoring
• Barometric Pressure
• VOC Monitoring (model dependent)

Environmental Sensors

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Air Pressure
• Illuminance (LUX)
• UV Index
• Indoor Climate Monitoring

Bluetooth Devices

• Bluetooth Proxy
• Bluetooth Tracking
• Bluetooth Device Relay
• BLE Monitoring

Developer Products

• ESP32 Development Boards
• Expansion Modules
• GPIO Accessories
• Mounting Accessories

Home Assistant Integration

Apollo devices are designed specifically for:

• Home Assistant
• ESPHome
• Home Assistant Auto Discovery
• Local Automations
• OTA Firmware Updates
• Local API Integration

Most devices are Works with Home Assistant certified and are managed directly through ESPHome without requiring a cloud connection.

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi
• ESPHome Native API
• ESP32 Platform
• Local Network Communication
• USB-C Power
• OTA Firmware Updates
• No Cloud Required

Core Features

Presence Detection

Depending on model:

• Human Presence Detection
• Static Presence Detection
• Motion Detection
• Occupancy Detection
• Multi-Target Tracking (MTR-1)
• Single-Target High-Precision Detection (MSR-2)
• Detection Zones
• Detection Gates
• Presence Timeout Configuration 

Environmental Monitoring

Available on supported models:

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Air Pressure
• Illuminance
• UV Index
• CO₂ Monitoring (optional on some models)
• Device Diagnostics

Bluetooth Features

• Bluetooth Proxy
• Bluetooth Tracking
• Bluetooth Gateway
• BLE Device Detection

Automation Support

Supports automations such as:

• Motion Lighting
• Presence Lighting
• Welcome Home
• Goodnight Scene
• HVAC Control
• Smart Fan Control
• Office Automation
• Bathroom Lighting
• Closet Lighting
• Hallway Lighting
• Energy Saving
• Air Quality Automation
• Ventilation Control
• Security Automations

Firmware Management

Technicians can:

• Install OTA firmware updates
• Update ESPHome firmware
• Modify ESPHome configuration
• Restore factory configuration
• Reboot device
• Update sensor parameters
• Configure Bluetooth features
• Enable optional hardware modules

Hardware Features

Depending on model:

• ESP32 Controller
• mmWave Radar
• PIR Motion Sensor (selected models)
• CO₂ Sensor (optional)
• Temperature Sensor
• Pressure Sensor
• UV Sensor
• LUX Sensor
• RGB Status LED
• Piezo Buzzer
• Expansion Port
• USB-C Power

Common Technician Configuration Requests

SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians commonly assist customers with:

• Initial ESPHome setup
• Home Assistant pairing
• Wi-Fi configuration
• OTA firmware updates
• Bluetooth Proxy setup
• Presence detection tuning
• Motion sensitivity adjustment
• Detection zone configuration
• Detection gate configuration
• CO₂ sensor calibration
• Temperature calibration
• Air quality monitoring
• HVAC automation
• Motion lighting automation
• Occupancy automation
• Notification configuration
• Device reset
• ESPHome diagnostics
• Network troubleshooting
• Device relocation
• Firmware recovery

SmartHomeConcierge.ai Integration Notes

Before troubleshooting an Apollo Automation device, technicians should verify:

• Home Assistant connectivity
• ESPHome integration status
• Wi-Fi signal strength
• Firmware version
• USB-C power stability
• Presence sensitivity settings
• Detection distance
• Detection zones (supported models)
• Bluetooth Proxy status
• CO₂ calibration (if installed)
• Existing automations
• Sensor placement
• Nearby HVAC vents, ceiling fans, curtains, reflective surfaces, or thin walls that may affect mmWave radar performance

Most Apollo Automation support requests involve Home Assistant integration, ESPHome firmware updates, Wi-Fi configuration, occupancy tuning, Bluetooth Proxy configuration, environmental sensor calibration, and optimizing presence-based automations for lighting, HVAC, and energy management.