Classic presence detectors with passive infrared technology from Theben have been controlling lighting and the indoor climate in many rooms in a sustainable and energy-efficient manner for decades. They detect people reliably and precisely based on their body heat and movements. The optical sensor thePixa now opens up additional applications with decisive added value thanks to the pixel-based detection technology. These go far beyond the possibilities of PIR presence detectors. The optical sensor thePixa recognizes how many people are in a room and where they are. This information is used to trigger predefined actions in the KNX building control. But not only the building automation benefits. Completely new added values arise, especially for building operators. For example, for the flexible organization of desk sharing models or for optimizing room occupancy and building cleaning.
