The Aqara FP2 is a 60GHz millimeter-wave (mmWave) radar system designed for high-resolution spatial tracking. Technical documentation indicates the ability to monitor the X/Y coordinates of up to five occupants simultaneously within a single environment. This high-frequency architecture allows for the segmentation of a room into 30 distinct sub-zones, enabling hyper-specific automation triggers based on the exact location of presence.
Communication is handled via a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi module to accommodate the high data throughput required for real-time spatial mapping. The device supports Matter via firmware updates and integrates a high-precision lux sensor for ambient light monitoring. Due to the power consumption of the 60GHz radar array, the unit requires a permanent USB-C power source. Performance specifications also include a Fall Detection mode when the sensor is mounted in a ceiling-downward orientation, providing monitoring for medical safety applications.
- Zone Positioning: Supports independent automation logic for different spatial regions within a room.
- Multi-Person Tracking: Monitors up to five distinct presence signatures in real-time.
- Interference Exclusion: Software-defined "Invisibility Zones" mask mechanical movement from fans or HVAC vents.
Operational data suggests that 60GHz radar is highly sensitive to reflective surfaces like mirrors and metallic objects, which may necessitate careful placement and software masking to prevent ghosting. The hardware represents a shift from binary movement detection to continuous spatial presence monitoring.
For a simpler, battery-powered installation that does not require spatial mapping, the SwitchBot Motion Sensor offers a lower-complexity alternative for basic lighting triggers.
This unit is the high-bandwidth standard for the motion/presence sensors category, enabling advanced spatial automation logic.
