Arlo doorbells are an excellent way to take your home security up a notch. However, mounting a new doorbell can be a little tricky if you have never done this before. Tech Support Expert has brought a step-by-step guide on How to Install Arlo Doorbell correctly. You can use this guide to replace your existing doorbell with a wired setup or mount it wirelessly if you don’t own a pre-existing doorbell. We have elaborated both ways to make it easier for you.
This blog gives an overview of the installation process. You can easily install the Arlo Essential Wired Video Doorbell with or without an existing doorbell or chime, using this guide. We have explained all the steps vividly and in a very simplified fashion. You can connect with Tech Support Expert to avail of a myriad of curated tech solutions for daily technological operations.
Prerequisites for Installing an Arlo Doorbell
Before you directly jump into installing an Arlo Doorbell, it is essential to keep all the required tools handy. Arrange the below-mentioned articles and then start the installing Arlo Doorbell. The list of prerequisites is mentioned below:
- All the items that came in the packaged box (items listed in Quick Start Guide)
- The Arlo Secure App
- A power drill
- A screwdriver
- A 10VA doorbell transformer with a voltage between 16-24VAC
Key Points to Check Before Beginning the Installation Process
It is imperative to check if all these precautionary measures have been taken to avoid any accidental hazard.
- Make sure that the power is off at the breaker
- Ensure that you have arranged all the items listed above
- Install the Arlo Power Kit that came in the box
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Install Arlo Wired Doorbell
Follow the given instructions, bit by bit to easily install an Arlo wired doorbell in your house. A few steps might differ if you do not have a doorbell chime and are installing the system for the first time.
Step-1 Begin by removing your existing doorbell and disconnecting the wires from your existing doorbell.
Step-2 Install the Arlo wired doorbell with or without a mounting wedge (mounting wedge helps you angle your Arlo Essential Video Doorbell left or right, depending on the position of your doorbell and the walkway to your door) that came in the box.
Step-3 Turn on the power at the breaker and check if the LED on the front of Arlo’s doorbell is white.
- If the LED is shifting between amber and white, the operating temperature or voltage is too low. Wait for 15 minutes before the doorbell starts to warm up.
- If the LED is off, the doorbell might be booting up, wait for a minute, and if the doorbell still doesn’t illuminate it shows that it is not receiving power.
- If the LED is amber, your transformer may not be applying the voltage of 16-24VAC. To resolve this issue, activate the bypass mode on the Arlo power kit.
Step-4 Launch the Arlo secure app and follow the below-mentioned installation instructions to connect the Arlo essential doorbell to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
Arlo Secure app with feed
Tap the plus symbol > Doorbells & Chimes > Essential Video Doorbell Wired
Arlo Secure app with Library
Tap Add New Device + > Doorbells & Chimes > Essential Video Doorbell Wired
Items required before Installing Arlo Wireless Doorbell
- Items listed in the Quick Start Guide
- Arlo Secure app
- A smartphone or a tablet
- A power drill
- A screwdriver
Step-by-Step Guide to Install Arlo Wireless Doorbell
Installing an Arlo wireless doorbell can be divided into two main parts; connecting the doorbell to your Arlo account, and mounting the doorbell to your wall. It is a must-use Arlo secure app to install the wireless doorbell. Browse through the steps given below to know how to install Arlo wireless doorbell:
- Charge the battery that comes with Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free.
- Connect your mobile device to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
- If the doorbell does not connect, use the QR code in the Arlo secure app to connect your Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free to your 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
- Find a good location under the Wi-Fi coverage to install your wireless doorbell.
- Mount your Arlo wireless doorbell and enjoy the premium security
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