Chapter 6:  CloseBy Network Hardware Overview

Types of Sensors

Desired Result

Type of Sensor

Where to Place Sensor

Medicine Management

Micro Door Sensor

Place on inside of medicine cabinet

Eating

Micro Door Sensor

Place on inside of refrigerator or selected cabinets

Leaving Home

Micro Door Sensor

Placed on all exterior doors

Garage Door Movement

Contact Sensor

Placed on garage door

Sleeping/Up at Night

Bed Occupancy Sensor

Placed between the box spring and the mattress on the main side of the bed

Resting in Chair

Chair Occupancy Sensor

Placed between the seat cushion and the chair base

Detect Night-time Activity

Motion Sensor

Placed in the bedroom facing the main sleeping area or along the main hallway

Temperature Monitoring for Occupant Comfort

Contact/Temperature Sensor

Placed in the main living area

Additional Hardware Available

Additional sensors can be added to your Care Network in order to monitor and track additional events in the home. You might have additional doors, windows, a fridge, or cabinets that you wish to be notified of if they’re opened. Your dealer can help you determine what products to add your network in order to receive the information you want. The following products can be added by your dealer: