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Movement detection

Movement detection triggers when a device moves away from a location where it should be staying.

How it works

You define an expected location and an optional time window. If the device was inside the expected location but is now outside it during the monitoring period, the rule triggers.

Parameters

Parameter Type Required Default Description
expected_location_id string Conditional Where the device should stay. Use this or zone_tags.
zone_tags array Conditional Match zones with any of these tags
check_hours string No All hours Time window to monitor (e.g., "22:00-06:00")
timezone string No UTC Timezone for time window
min_movement_distance_meters integer No 0 Minimum distance moved to trigger

Example: overnight security

Alert when equipment moves from the parking lot during night hours:

  • Expected location: zone_parking_lot
  • Check hours: 22:00–06:00
  • Timezone: Europe/London
  • Severity: Critical
  • Apply to: Specific device IDs (forklifts)

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