Home automation, also known as domotics, is the digitization of a home, often known as a smart home system. Lighting, climate, entertainment systems, and appliances are all monitored and controlled by a smart home system. It can include video surveillance such as authentication mechanisms and security systems. Smart homes are gaining popularity over time. There is no wrong in saying that the smart home is the ultimate future of homes. People are more intrigued by smart homes when it comes to buying a new house for sale rather than buying a simple home.
Why The Installation Of Smart Security Systems Is Mandatory?
There are multiple smart home security systems in the market. You can choose any of them according to your preference. Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight camera is the latest addition and of course my favorite one! I have recently installed it in my home and thought to share the procedure with the people out there. This guide is for you if you wanted to equip your smart home with the latest addition on the market.
How to install Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera?
The Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight is the latest addition to the Arlo pro series. This camera has some great features: 1080p HD, 180-degree field of view, a rechargeable battery, and infrared night vision. One of the highlights of this camera is its weatherproof rating. This camera can resist water, rain, and snow which makes it ideal for use in various weather conditions. Even though there are several cameras that come out every year most of them don’t actually offer any improvement over their predecessors. However, this isn’t the case with this Arlo Pro 4 spotlight camera.
So how do you set up & install Arlo Pro 4? At first glance, the process appears to become very complicated. You don’t have to worry. This guide will help you install Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera.
- Setup: To get started all you have to do is to open your Arlo app and connect it with your home network. Now on the Arlo app select add device > Cameras > Pro and then Pro 4. If you don’t have the app intsalled already on your phone. Don’t worry, you can download it from the app store and create an account right away. The Arlo app itself will guide you to the complete process and help you in setting up the camera.
- Prep: Next you have to fill the form in the app and connect to a 2.4 GHz network. If you don’t have this network, you can create one or ask your service provider to enable it for you. Then enter your Wi-Fi credentials. After that insert your camera battery with the Arlo camera facing up. Make sure the LED light on the front side of the camera should start flashing blue. Hold the camera about 4 to 6 inches away from the QR code in the app. A chime will appear on the successful connection of the QR code with the camera. Now you can easily find your camera on the Arlo app.
- Mounting: It is the last step in installing your camera. Find a suitable position to mount your camera where Wi-Fi signals are strong and you can get a clear view. You can also check the signal strength on the app with a green color bar. Once you spot the ideal location, it’s time to mount your camera with mounting hardware. Position your camera to get the maximum advantage. Once it is installed, press “continue” on the app. Now you are all set for a free trial of Arlo Pro 4.
- Arlo Smart Set-Up: It is a subscription-based service that allows you to add your cameras with cloud recording. You can get a 30 days video history of your security cameras. You can get access to the cloud activity zone, detect your package, and much more. The Arlo privacy pledge guarantee that your data and videos and completely secured. You will have complete control over your data privacy.
Voila, your camera setup is complete now! Hopefully, this blog has given a complete insight into installing Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight camera. It will definitely make it easier for you to install it properly to turn your dream of a smart home into reality.
