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MotionCam Grade 3 PhOD Superior photo detector, white
Grade 3 photo detector from the Superior range in white: HD camera, 15 m field and anti-masking, with photos by scenario or on demand.

What it is and what it does
The MotionCam Grade 3 PhOD Superior is an indoor photo detector from the Superior range. Its PIR covers 15 m with 90° horizontally and filters false alarms with the SmartDetect algorithm. The HD camera sends 1 to 5 photos per detection, and can take them on demand, on a schedule, when arming or disarming or when another detector goes off. It has two tampers and anti-masking, and uses Superior Jeweller and TurboWings up to 3500 m.
Who Dartel installs it for
It is for large or demanding installations, a business or a villa, where Grade 3 is required. In hallways and light areas we recommend this white one; with dark finishes, the black one. Bear in mind that it has no pet immunity: in a home with animals the white MotionCam HD PhOD Superior is a better fit, as it is Grade 2.
How we install it
It goes indoors at 2.4 m, on the SmartBracket with screw lock, looking across the unavoidable route and not pointing at windows, fireplaces or radiators. We add it by QR code. We run the zone test and the signal test, and set up with the customer the image request permissions, which is a privacy decision.
Technical summary
Data declared by the manufacturer, as shown on the shop listing.
| Range | Superior |
|---|---|
| Security grade | Grade 3 |
| Communication protocols | 868 MHz Superior Jeweller and TurboWings |
| Transmission distance | ≤ 3500 m in open space |
| Firmware update | Available. Remote OTA (over-the-air) updates |
| Technology | Volumetric PIR with HD camera |
| Detection field | 15 m / H: 90° / V: 71° |
| Recommended installation height | 2.4 metres |
| Sensitivity | Adjustable. 3 levels (low, medium and high) |
| Detection speed | From 0.1 to 4.0 m/s |
| False alarm prevention | SmartDetect software algorithm |
| Temperature compensation | -10° C ~ +40° C |
| Pet immunity | Not available |
| HDR technology | Available. Improves detail accuracy in bright and dark scenes. |
| IR backlight | Available. Photos at night or in low-light conditions |
| Privacy management | End-customer management of image request permissions |
| Photo series | From 1 to 5 photos per detection |
| 3 sec | 160 × 128 px resolution |
| 4.5 sec | 288 × 240 px resolution |
| 11 sec | 576 × 480 px resolution |
| 15.5 sec | 864 × 720 px resolution |
| On demand | The user takes photos at any time or when the detector is armed (depending on the settings) |
| By scenario | the detector camera takes photos automatically when Ajax fire detectors or any other detector in the system are triggered |
| By schedule | the detector takes photos automatically at a set time |
| By arming/disarming | the detector takes photos automatically when the security state changes |
| Anti-masking | Available. Detects attempts to block the detector's view |
| Tamper | 2 tamper switches |
| Locking with mounting bracket | Available. For SmartBracket mounting panel |
| Power supply | 4 CR123A 3.0 V Duracell Procell batteries |
| Duration | Up to 6 years |
| Operating temp. | -10 ° C ~ 40 ° C |
| Operating humidity | Up to 75% |
| Protection classification | IP30, IK04 |
| Dimensions | 140 (H) x 64 (W) x 66.6 (D) mm |
| Weight | 294 g |
| Colour | White |
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Frequently asked questions
What is anti-masking for?
It detects attempts to block the detector's view, for example by covering it with an object. This Grade 3 model has it, and it also has two anti-sabotage tampers against opening.
How long do the photos take to arrive?
It depends on the resolution chosen: from 3 seconds for the smallest, 160 by 128 pixels, up to 15.5 seconds for the largest, 864 by 720. The more detail, the longer it takes.
Would you like us to install it?
Tell us what kind of home or premises it is and we will say what you need and what you don't. For a flat or a shop with no building work, your floor plan and four photos are enough.