Ajax MotionCam HDR PhOD Black Motion Detector with Photo Verification

Ajax MotionCam HDR (PhOD) Jeweller – Black Wireless Motion Detector with Photo Verification

The Ajax MotionCam HDR (PhOD) Jeweller is a wireless indoor PIR motion detector with a built-in camera that captures a burst of photos the instant it senses movement. The revised HDR hardware blends two exposures into one balanced image, so scenes with bright windows or dark corners stay clear and detailed. Paired with an Ajax hub, it gives homeowners, installers and monitoring stations fast visual confirmation of what triggered an alarm, helping cut down on false dispatches and giving users peace of mind about what is really happening on site.

Key Features

• HDR photo verification: Captures two shots at different exposure levels and merges them for a sharper, more natural-looking image in tricky lighting.
• Photo on Demand: Users can request a snapshot at any time the system is armed, not only after an alarm.
• Multiple photo triggers: Supports photo by alarm, photo by scenario, photo by schedule, and photo by arming/disarming for flexible monitoring.
• Fast image delivery: Visual evidence typically reaches the Ajax app within about nine seconds of a triggered alarm.
• Reliable long-range wireless: Uses the Jeweller protocol for alarms/events and the Wings protocol for photo transfer, with a communication range of up to 1,700 metres in open space.
• Pet-immune PIR sensor: Ignores small pets when installed at the recommended height, reducing nuisance alerts in homes with animals.
• Infrared night backlight: Automatically switches on in low light so photos remain usable after dark.
• Long battery life: Runs on two pre-installed CR123A batteries, lasting roughly 3–4 years depending on whether Photo on Demand is active.
• Tamper-protected SmartBracket mount: Alerts the system if anyone attempts to remove the detector from its wall or ceiling mount.

Where It Fits in Your Security System

This detector suits living rooms, hallways, offices and retail spaces where visual confirmation of an alarm event adds real value. Because it works entirely over wireless radio protocols with an Ajax hub, it's well suited to both new installs and retrofits where running cabling isn't practical. Combined with an optional black ceiling mount bracket, installers gain flexibility to position the sensor for the best coverage of entry points or high-traffic areas.

What's in the Box

• MotionCam HDR (PhOD) Jeweller detector – Black
• SmartBracket mounting panel
• Installation kit
• 2 x CR123A batteries (pre-installed)
• Quick start guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this detector need an Ajax hub to work?
Yes. The MotionCam HDR (PhOD) Jeweller communicates with an Ajax hub over the Jeweller and Wings radio protocols and cannot operate as a standalone device.

Can I take a photo whenever I want, or only during an alarm?
This PhOD (Photo on Demand) version lets you request a snapshot at any time the system is armed, in addition to automatic photos triggered by alarms, schedules, or scenarios.

Is it suitable for homes with pets?
Yes, when mounted at the recommended height and angle, the detector is designed to ignore small to medium pets while still detecting human intruders.

Additional Resources

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