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01. Motion detection vs AcuSense02. Rules you can build on top03. Where it makes the biggest difference04. FAQ
Basic motion detection triggers on anything that changes in the image: leaves, rain, shadows, cats. AcuSense is Hikvision's technology that classifies what's moving and alerts only on people and vehicles, so alarms and phone notifications become useful again.
Key takeaways
- Motion detection alerts on any pixel change; AcuSense filters for humans and vehicles.
- Works with line crossing and intrusion zones to create meaningful alerts.
- Fewer false alarms means guards and owners actually respond to the ones they get.
- Recordings can be searched by human or vehicle events.
01Motion detection vs AcuSense
Basic motion detection
AcuSense classification
02Rules you can build on top
Some AcuSense models also have active deterrence (a strobe light and audio warning), which can scare intruders off before they reach the building.
03Where it makes the biggest difference
- Perimeter walls with trees and vegetation
- Car parks and yards with passing traffic outside the fence
- Homes where owners get alerts on their phone
- Sites connected to a monitoring centre, where false alarms cost time
For estates, see AI CCTV analytics for estates.
04Frequently asked questions
Does AcuSense stop all false alarms?
No system is perfect, but classifying people and vehicles removes most alerts caused by trees, weather and animals.
Do I need AcuSense cameras and an AcuSense recorder?
AcuSense features are available on AcuSense cameras and on some recorders that can analyse streams. The right combination depends on the models.
Can I get AcuSense alerts on my phone?
Yes, through the Hik-Connect app when the system is connected to the internet.
