Arlo Video Doorbell 2K Setup
Get tense when your doorbell rings? Don’t want unexpected guests to enter the house? Here’s the perfect solution you can opt for. Switch to the Arlo Video Doorbell 2K today and enhance your home security. With a video doorbell you can check out the person outside your door without opening it. Not only this but with the Arlo Video Doorbell 2K Setup you can also talk to them. Got confused how to configure the video doorbell? Answer to this question is simple and elaborated in the further section on this page. Along with the setup you may review several other important information about the device.
Arlo Video Doorbell 2K Features
Information about the video doorbell before installing it for your home security is mandatory. You can use the device very effectively when you are aware of it. Here’s the features of Arlo Video Doorbell 2K:
- You can check very easily who is outside your door.
- Answer the visitor with the device two way communication feature. Also you can record a message to answer if you are busy.
- With the device you’ll get a clear vision outside the door without turning on the light.
- Device has a built-in siren. You can trigger it manually by using the arlo secure app.
- Visitors can also leave a message for you in case you are not available to answer on the door.
- You can connect it directly to your home WiFi network without a base station/ SmartHub setup.
Arlo Video Doorbell 2K Setup Steps
Arlo video doorbell 2K setup is a very easy task. To move ahead with the setup you need a smartphone and working internet connection. If you have both of them then you may set it up very quickly. Also to install the device you need a drill machine, screw, screwdriver and doorbell mount plate. Let’s begin the Arlo doorbell setup:
Charge Your Doorbell
First of all you have to charge the doorbell to use it wirelessly. On the back side of the device you will find the USB-C type charging port, connect it with the USB- C type cable. Connect the other end of the cable with the USB charging source and plug-in it to a power outlet.
Download The Arlo Secure App
Now you have to download the arlo secure app on your smartphone. Arlo video doorbell 2K setup is to be done through the arlo secure app. The app is available to download on google play store as well as on app store. You can download the arlo secure app as per your device. Once you get the app you can move ahead towards the setup.
Configure The Arlo Doorbell
Open the arlo secure app and create your arlo account to begin the Arlo video doorbell 2K setup. You can configure your device using a base station/ SmartHub. Also you can directly connect it to your home router without base/ station or SmartHub. Steps to configure through both ways have slight differences. To begin the process you need to follow the in-app instructions.
- Go to the device option first and click on it.
- Thereafter choose the add icon and select Doorbells & Chimes.
- Then you have to opt “Video Doorbell 2nd Generation’ from the screen.
- Now press the pair button given on the front of your video doorbell.
- Hold the pair button for 3 seconds and then release it. Check the device LED, when it flashes blue the device is ready to connect.
- Now select the way to connect your doorbell “connect with base station/ smarthub” or “connect without base station/ smarthub”
- Provide the required information as per your selection.
- Then enter a name for your doorbell and check for firmware updates.
Hence your Arlo video doorbell 2K setup completes now you can install the device.
Install Arlo Video Doorbell 2k
Installation of the device accurately is important. Your arlo secure app will guide you with the placement as well. Check out the steps you need to go with for the installation.
Find Place To Mount The Doorbell
You need to search for a place from where you can view the front entry clearly. Also make sure the nearby wall does not obstruct the view of your doorbell. In addition choose a location about 4 feet above the ground.
Mount The Doorbell
When you find the accurate location, mount the doorbell. To do so, you need to use the mount plate of the device and mark the screw holes. Then drill the holes and fix the doorbell mount plate. Thereafter place the doorbell on the mount plate in a down and in motion.
Test Motion Detection
Once mounting of the doorbell is done you need to test the motion detection by using the arlo app.
Chime Option For Your Video Doorbell
With the Arlo video doorbell 2K setup you will get a chime feature. You can connect your wireless doorbell with several devices to hear chime sound. When anyone press your doorbell you can hear the sound by connecting it to the following devices:
- Arlo Chime 2
- Your home’s traditional chime
- Smart home voice assistant system
- Your mobile device