Arlo’s Essential Video Doorbell is an expensive way to add security to your front door, but it also gives you plenty of software features to help you identify strangers. This model is a great addition if you are already on an Arlo home security system.
For those who just picked up the Arlo Essential Video Doorbell, we have steps to show you how to properly mount and install it. You can replace your existing doorbell with a wired one or install a wireless one if you don’t already have a doorbell. We’ll cover both ways below.
The setup and installation options between the two are similar, but we’ll break them down separately. We start with the wired version. You will need to install its Power Kit first.
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Arlo video doorbell wiring
Here’s how to install the wired version of the Arlo video doorbell.
Step 1: Find your bell box in the house. It is usually located at the front door or in the hallway. Ring the doorbell and follow the sound to find the location of the bell box.
Step 2: Turn off the power at the circuit breaker. Confirm that there is no power to your bell box and doorbell by ringing the doorbell again. If there is no sound, the power is off.
Step 3: Remove the bell box cover.
Step 4: Connect the power pack wires to the bell box terminals. Different homes will have different ring settings. Use the Arlo app to determine where to connect the Power Kit wires. Make sure that the existing wires remain connected to the terminals.
Step 5: Place the Power Kit in or around the bell box. Use the Arlo app to determine the best locations to place the Power Kit.
Step 6: Put the bell box cover back on and go to the door bell.
Step 7: Remove the existing bell from the wall and disconnect the wires.
Every house has a different way of doing this, so call an electrician if you’re not sure. Tape the wires together and position them so they don’t fall inside the wall and get stuck or lost.
Step 8: Mount the Arlo doorbell mounting bracket to the doorbell area.
Use the contents of the box to install the holes in the correct places using a screwdriver. You can also use an electric drill, but you may have less control than a screwdriver. Also, you can use the mounting peg to place the bell at a more optimal viewing angle.
Step 9: Remove the tape from the wires and connect the power and bell wires to the back of the Arlo bell. Wires can be attached to any screw.
Step 10: Attach the video doorbell to the bracket in an upward motion.
Step 11: Turn the power back on at the switch.
Check the LED on the Arlo bell. If the LED is off, wait a few minutes for it to turn on; otherwise check your wires again. If the LED is yellow, you may not be giving it enough power or the temperature is too low.
Step 12: Use the Arlo app to connect the Arlo Doorbell to your Wi-Fi network.
Step 13: Press the doorbell to sync it with the app. After syncing, follow the instructions in the app to complete the setup.
Wireless option
Here’s how to connect a wireless Arlo video doorbell.
Step 1: First and foremost, charge the battery that came with your Arlo.
Step 2: Connect your phone to a Wi-Fi network.
Step 3: Use the QR code that came in the Arlo box to connect the doorbell to your Wi-Fi network.
Step 4: Find the perfect spot for your Arlo Doorbell and mark it.
Step 5: Mount your Arlo doorbell using the mounting hardware in the package. You’ll probably want to use a screwdriver or drill.
As you can see, mounting any option is very simple. Although the wireless mode is a bit safer and less durable. You will need to remove the battery every few months with the wireless option to charge the doorbell.
Once you’ve installed the Arlo Doorbell, go through the app and check out all the features it offers. Also, connect it to your smart home ecosystem to integrate it with your entire home.
Arlo has a good return period and warranty on their doorbells, so if you have any problems with the setup process, give them a call. The Arlo Essential Doorbell should withstand any reasonable weather or temperature.
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