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Not sure of the difference between an occupancy and a vacancy sensor and where to use them?
Here's a quick overview. An occupancy sensor automatically turns lights on when you enter
a room and off when you leave. With a vacancy sensor you'll need to manually turn the lights
on when you enter the room. But the sensor will automatically turn them off when you
leave. Some rooms in your home are better for one type of sensor than the other. For
instance an occupancy sensor is great for rooms you often enter with your hands full
such as laundry rooms and work rooms. On the other hand, a vacancy sensor is ideal for
bedrooms so the lights won't turn on at night if you walk in while someone is sleeping.
A vacancy sensor is also the better choice when an auto on function just wouldn't be
practical. For example if you have pets in your home you can easily convert a Lutron
occupancy sensor to a vacancy sensor with a simple press and hold set up option. This
way you can always change the setting even after you've installed the sensor. Lutron
also manufactures vacancy only sensors to comply with California title 24 requirements.
You can find Lutron sensors at your local home center and through your design professional
or electrical contractor or visit Lutron.com/wheretobuy