Return to List of FAQs Question 8: Can we get a motion detector or a humidity sensor on the Panasonic fans?
• NO, not at this time. There are commercially available motion detectors used in the lighting industry that can be used with our fans to turn them on when someone comes into the room. These work fine and products can be chosen to meet your design situation in a variety of shapes and “looks”. The disadvantage of using a motion detector is that if you go into the bathroom and sit still for a few minutes, the fan may turn off. • There are also commercially available humidity sensors that can be used with the Panasonic fans. These sensors are usually adjustable so that the occupant can set the desired humidity level. Fans with built-in humidity sensors often are not adjustable, so the fan may run continuously in a damp or muggy climate and never run in a dry climate. We feel it is better to allow the designer or installer to customize the controls to match the climate and installation.
