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Introduction: What is an Arlo Camera And How Does It Work?
A personal camera designed by Netgear, the Arlo camera allows you to monitor areas and places where HARM may occur. It works on a battery that activates based on movement in your area. The cameras can connect with other devices such as lights, outdoor speakers, etc. , so passive activity can be observed.
What Is an Arlo Camera ?
The Arlo Camera is a security camera designed by Netgear, a widely known manufacturer of internet solutions who specialize in home networking and digital device products. The camera has been designed by the same people responsible for another revolutionary product known as the DR-880L Smart Home HD video door phone. It’s been designed to be used as a part of your security system in your home. It pairs with an app provided on your iPhone or Android phone.
How Does an Arlo Camera Work?
The first step is to decide where you want to place the camera. Ideally, you’ll want a good line of sight on the area in which you wish to monitor. Walls, large objects, and windows can all interfere with your ability to monitor your area through the Arlo camera. Once you’ve decided on a spot for your camera, follow the setup instructions from the app. Once complete, you’ll be able to use the app from your iPhone or Android phone to monitor the area you wish to, and receive alerts. There’s no subscription service required, so there’s no need to sign up for a plan.
How to Install Your Arlo WiFi Cameras in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1. Make use of their (Arlo) app to connect to your wifi network by clicking on the camera tab.
Step 2. Use your current password to log in, then hover your phone over the camera icon to reveal some of the quickest settings that you can change with ease.
Step 3. After changing these settings, tap on the camera icon again on each camera listed in your account, and confirm a few minutes later once all cameras sync up.
NOTE: For security, devices are limited to only one camera at a time. In other words, if you want to add another Arlo camera (or two or all three) you must disconnect the old one before you can connect the new one.
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This will create an account for your camera(s) with your Wi-Fi password, so that each time you log in to your app on a mobile phone (or other access device), it will be able to link with your network.
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1. Once it’s connected and you’ve successfully linked all cameras with your network, your app should look like this:
2. Log in to your account by clicking on the camera icon at the bottom of your screen. There may be a delay as they detect new devices. If all goes well, you will see the following screen:
How to Change the Name of your Arlos
To change the name of your Arlo cameras, all you have to do is open the Arlo mobile application and click on the camera icon. On the left-hand side click on your camera, this will open a new screen where you can edit the name of your camera. Click on ‘edit’, then enter a new name for your camera and click ‘save’. That’s it! You’ve successfully changed the name of your Arlo camera.
Here’s a diagram of the process:
This article does not show screenshots of the Arlo app, but instead uses the support page for Arlo. Only text is used so that it can be copied and pasted into most articles in lieu of showing screenshots. The original article can be found here: support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/8561
Article background information [to use as knowledge, not to be copied verbatim]:”How to Change the Name of your Arlos”
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How To Turn Off The Motion Detection Sensor On Your WiFi Cameras so You Save Battery Life!
All you have to do is open the Arlo App and click on the gear icon on the top of the screen. Then select ‘Motion’ from this list, then toggle the switch at the top to ‘OFF’. This will turn off your motion sensor and save your batteries! You can still use the Arlo camera without the motion sensor.
You can turn the motion sensor back on by doing the same thing and turning it on. In the Arlo App, click on the gear icon, select ‘Motion’ and then toggle the switch at the top to ‘ON’.
To navigate between settings within a category in the Arlo App, just swipe left or right. You can also do this in your web browser. If you go to www.arlo.net from your computer or mobile device you will get access to these settings.
Conclusion & FAQs
Arlo’s are an effective DIY home security camera system that monitors your property. The cameras work very well, however you will have to install then yourself as they are not sold with a mounting kit. These devices connect to a wireless network allowing you to see what is going on in your property. Setting the motion detection sensors to ‘OFF’ will significantly save your battery life.
There is a lot of room for improvement in the app, and this may be the only real issue with these cameras. The delay when viewing recordings is frustrating, however you can make it better by improving your internet connection. These cameras are easy to use, but you can use them even easier with a few simple settings tweaks. You will not be disappointed if you get yourself an Arlo system. If everything else fails within the 2-year period of manufacture, there is always the option to return them.
This is an Arlo review with conclusion, FAQs and How-To Guide. If you are looking for a different type of camera, please read our “Top 10 Reviews.”
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