Arlo Essential User Manual

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Contents
1. Get to Know Your Essential Series Camera 5
Get the Arlo app ................................................................................................................................... 5
Meet your Essential Spotlight Camera ............................................................................................ 6
Do more with Arlo ................................................................................................................................ 7
2. Get Started 8
Use the Arlo app for installation and setup .................................................................................... 8
Charge your camera indoors ............................................................................................................. 8
Use the sync button to wake the camera ....................................................................................... 9
Check the LED .................................................................................................................................... 10
Find a good location for your camera ........................................................................................... 10
Wall mount your camera .................................................................................................................. 10
Connect an optional Essential Solar Panel (sold separately .................................................... 11
Test motion detection ...................................................................................................................... 11
Position your camera to detect motion in specic areas .......................................................... 12
Arm your camera to detect motion ................................................................................................ 13
3. WiFi Setup and Connections 14
WiFi connection options .................................................................................................................. 14
Tips for optimal WiFi performance ................................................................................................ 14
Connect your mobile device to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network during setup .................................... 15
Move your camera’s WiFi connection to a SmartHub or base station .................................... 16
Move your camera’s WiFi connection to a direct router connection ...................................... 17
4. Use Your Essential Series Camera 18
View your camera feeds ................................................................................................................... 19
Record clips from live video............................................................................................................. 19
Take a snapshot from live video ..................................................................................................... 19
Turn the camera spotlight on and o manually .......................................................................... 20
Motion detection activity zones ...................................................................................................... 21
2-Way Audio ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Turn the camera’s siren on and o manually ............................................................................... 23
View recordings and snapshots ...................................................................................................... 23

Arlo Essential Specifications

General

Resolution	1080p
Field of View	130 degrees
Night Vision	Yes
Two-Way Audio	Yes
Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Weather Resistant	Yes
Motion Detection	Yes
Siren	Yes
Battery Life	Up to 6 months
Smart Home Compatibility	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Power Source	Battery or wired
Cloud Storage	Subscription required