Live Camera Feed with Hyperion

S.C.O.R.E. → Safety → Security

Overview

Hyperion now allows users to access a live camera feed, enhancing home security by providing real-time monitoring capabilities. This feature enables homeowners to visually confirm the safety of their premises from anywhere, enhancing peace of mind.

Benefits

• Real-time monitoring for increased home security
• Ability to check on pets or children remotely
• Immediate visual confirmation of any disturbances

Intent

The purpose of this capability is to provide a live camera feed to homeowners for monitoring their environment. The outcome achieved is an enhanced sense of security and the ability to respond promptly to any incidents.

Preconditions

• Hyperion software installed and configured.
• Compatible camera integrated with the system.
• Network access for remote viewing.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
• Device installed and reachable: Energy Monitoring.

Actors

• Homeowner checking the feed
• Family members monitoring the home
• Guest verifying security before entering

Trigger

The capability is triggered when the camera detects motion or when manually accessed by the homeowner.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[Camera Motion Detected] -->|check| B{{Access Live Feed?}}
    B -->|Yes| C[Display Live Camera Feed]
    C --> D[User Monitors Area]
    B -->|No| E[Exit]

Workflow Description

1. Camera Activation

The camera activates upon detecting motion or when the homeowner accesses the feed.

2. Feed Transmission

The camera transmits live video to the Hyperion interface for viewing.

3. User Review

The homeowner or family member can review the live feed to assess the situation.

4. Response Decision

Based on the live feed, the user can decide to take further action, such as contacting authorities.

5. Feed Termination

The user can terminate the live feed after monitoring is complete.

Postconditions

The live feed is successfully displayed, providing real-time insights into the monitored area, and the user is informed of any detected motions.

Optional Enhancements

• Integrate with smart alerts for unusual activity
• Add cloud storage for recorded footage
• Enable two-way audio communication through the camera

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)