Note: this device "ONLY" works on 2.4ghz wifi. If your router has dual band 2.4 and 5 ghz, you have to turn off the 5ghz band for device to connect to wifi, which is a stupid feature.
With the wired version of this doorbell you can use the existing mechanical chime, but it can be very problematic. Much more reliable even with the wired one to use the arlo dedicated chime. If you insist on using the mechanical chime make sure you have a 16 volt or higher transformer, use the included power adapter (little white device with 2 wires) and set in your app that you are using a mechanical chime. The wired version actually has an internal battery that gets charged from the transformer.
This is so helpful! Thank you so much. I have wood too so I love how you show how to fix your 'mistake'. For the height of the doorbell was the top of it at 4 feet or the bottom of it? Thanks so much!!!
Hi Jessica, I'm glad you liked it! I think it was 4 ft from the bottom of the doorbell, but I recommend testing different heights that work for you before drilling your holes.
FYI, you need to pay $3/month for the Arlo secure plan if you want to view recordings, set activity zones, interactive notifications and more. Without the subscription, you will only be able to view live streams and get motion notifications. You can not view recordings without a purchase plan.
Yes, good point! It comes with a 90 day free trial for the Arlo secure program. It's actually pretty affordable compared to a competing service. I pay 9.99/mo because I have multiple Arlo cameras in my house
@@seanlovesrealestate Have you checked out Eufy doorbell (it’s both battery power and can be wire)? It’s on sale for $130 currently and offers all of Arlo’s paid functions plus more without a subscription. It comes with the doorbell (2k video) and a home base (wireless and wired) for local storage.
@@JoshingX I've only used Arlo and Nest products because I wanted everything on one ecosystem (hard to keep track of too many apps). I'll check out Eufy on my next property!
I was in disbelief that they force a subscription on this one to get the video recordings. I contacted them and they told me you do NOT get the 7 days free recordings with this a I do with my cameras. And I have an elevated porch with a palm tree in front of it so when the wind blows I'm afraid it will set it off constantly. Not sure if I should try it. And when hard wiring one how do you determine of your existing inside chime is the correct voltage? thanks
How do I get my Arlo video door bell to scan my QR code when changing wifi . I can't get it to scan when I press the sync button at the back.without the sync button, it scans when the bell button is pressed but that way, the videobell is not found when search is complete.
So I have been researching different wireless doorbell cameras and I really like the Arlo but I wanted to know if they have a community like the Ring cams do? I have not been able to find anything information about that…if you have any links or information about that I would greatly appreciate it!
The doorbell makes a sound when you decline’s a call. Is there anyway to turn this off? So the person on the other side don’t know if you actually answered and then declined the call 😇
Is there a wireless chime you can put in the house so you can hear the actual doorbell ringing in the home when someone pushes your wireless Arlo doorbell? We have the wireless Arlo doorbell camera, but no way to hear it in the home unless you have your phone on you and if our kids are home, they aren't on the arlo alerts so they can't hear anything in the house. Would love a link where I could purchase an actual interior audible bell that wirelessly connects to the button outside. Thanks!
I dont get why you used the optional masonry anchors in the timber? You just use the screws in this instance. Those anchors are only for bricks, concrete etc.
Hi, feeling very frustrated with this products. There were no instructions for installation just to download the app. There were 4 arlo apps! Picked one and after clicking a few times sound installation instructions. They are not easy to find. Spent two hours trying to have the camera catch the QR code. Didn’t work .Went through several clicks in their installation process and finally found a phone number. Someone answered and it took over a half hour to finally have the camera catch the QR code. There were a lot of steps that we had to follow and when we got to the point of viewing the QR code with the camera again it did not work. Had to take a picture of the QR code and enlarge it and finally that made prompted the chime indicating that there was a connection. Then came the wall installation the screws they sent are too small. There is no way to secure the plate to the wall. Unlike this video. now going to Home Depot to find double-sided, tape So buyer beware this is really not a good product. Glad it worked for you, but I can’t say I recommended it was a horrible experience.
That piece (key) equals a needle, or anything just as thin. It just presses down on the release latch. 😐. I'm just going to go ahead and not delay the inevitable and throw it away. 😀
So what's the difference between the Arlo wireless door bell AVD 1001 and the AVD 2001. Does it matter, I'm using the first version Arlo camera and they still work good.
How important is it that the wi-fi is 2.4 GHz reason is mine is 5 GHz and I have not been able to get mine connected to the wi-fi so I can finish set up?
Could not connect with internet called cox and did hardwire as both 5.0 and 2.4 are available and still no connection take back to Best Buy !Tried for hours no customer support
Easiest way to do that is If the screws that came with it are not long enough get some 2" screws drill through the siding and the screws will actually go into the sheeting/wood behind the siding that way the screws will be in something solid instead of just the aluminum siding
@@seanlovesrealestate yes thats correct but I switched to TMOBILE 5g internet and it stopped working so I just wanted know if you heard of any updates about using 5g with it because right now my door bell is useless.
You fail to let me people know there waistline there time if they have 5g network. The Arlo doorbell only allows 2.4hz I wish I knew that before buying this product.
Don’t’ buy it. I have it and there is 2 major problem: you can’t get the app install and run in Android/ it doesn’t work with 5GHz Wifi. The latest Wifi router did not provide you 2.4Ghz.
@@bdogrom what's wrong with it? I've been using it for 5 months now and it works great. The only gripe I have is that the camera has about a 5 second delay from the live view
Wife is having a nightmare setting it up. Going through our router settings, turning off the 5 ghz and downgrading to 2.4 ghz. So now the unit can connect. Then there's the firmware update of the device which is to take up to 5 minutes. It's been 20 minutes and the phone still says Arlo device is still updating, but it states that the Arlo unit will alternate between blue and amber if the unit is updating and it isn't doing that. It's been absolutely infuriating seeing how difficult it is to setup. Yes, it is powered. Yes it is connected. So removing the device and resetting. (So I'm just reporting this so I'm not being completely useless while this is all happening). Was a gift from the parents who have their own.
Ah.. "What's going on?" Ubiquitous U.S. greeting. Means nothing, you're not really interested anyway, so why start with that? So...."Go ahead and" get on with it.
Note: this device "ONLY" works on 2.4ghz wifi. If your router has dual band 2.4 and 5 ghz, you have to turn off the 5ghz band for device to connect to wifi, which is a stupid feature.
How do you turn off the 5 ghz on the router? No very tech savvy in my old age
thank you for this info
By connected to 2.4ghz on smartphone before scanning the qr code should be good enough isn't it? Why need to turn off 5ghz?
plastic nylons anchors you need only for concrete walls you don’t need to put them in phony wood walls!
so you pre-drill holes on a wood surface? can't just screw directly into the wood?
When Arlo gets it right it’s very right. When they get it wrong it is very wrong. Installing the chime 2 has been an unsuccessful nightmare.
Whoa! I was cringing when you started drilling 1/4” holes into your wooden frame! Those are for securing screws to concrete walls.
Well, actually, the problem is anchors typically are not used on the wood. They are used on concrete or brick.
Yeah, I cringed when I saw wall plugs being put into wood
With the wired version of this doorbell you can use the existing mechanical chime, but it can be very problematic. Much more reliable even with the wired one to use the arlo dedicated chime. If you insist on using the mechanical chime make sure you have a 16 volt or higher transformer, use the included power adapter (little white device with 2 wires) and set in your app that you are using a mechanical chime. The wired version actually has an internal battery that gets charged from the transformer.
This is so helpful! Thank you so much. I have wood too so I love how you show how to fix your 'mistake'. For the height of the doorbell was the top of it at 4 feet or the bottom of it? Thanks so much!!!
Hi Jessica, I'm glad you liked it! I think it was 4 ft from the bottom of the doorbell, but I recommend testing different heights that work for you before drilling your holes.
FYI, you need to pay $3/month for the Arlo secure plan if you want to view recordings, set activity zones, interactive notifications and more. Without the subscription, you will only be able to view live streams and get motion notifications. You can not view recordings without a purchase plan.
Yes, good point! It comes with a 90 day free trial for the Arlo secure program. It's actually pretty affordable compared to a competing service. I pay 9.99/mo because I have multiple Arlo cameras in my house
@@seanlovesrealestate Have you checked out Eufy doorbell (it’s both battery power and can be wire)? It’s on sale for $130 currently and offers all of Arlo’s paid functions plus more without a subscription. It comes with the doorbell (2k video) and a home base (wireless and wired) for local storage.
@@JoshingX I've only used Arlo and Nest products because I wanted everything on one ecosystem (hard to keep track of too many apps). I'll check out Eufy on my next property!
I was in disbelief that they force a subscription on this one to get the video recordings. I contacted them and they told me you do NOT get the 7 days free recordings with this a I do with my cameras. And I have an elevated porch with a palm tree in front of it so when the wind blows I'm afraid it will set it off constantly. Not sure if I should try it. And when hard wiring one how do you determine of your existing inside chime is the correct voltage? thanks
@@seanlovesrealestate you don't have to add those cameras to the program do you? that was a choice?
How do I get my Arlo video door bell to scan my QR code when changing wifi . I can't get it to scan when I press the sync button at the back.without the sync button, it scans when the bell button is pressed but that way, the videobell is not found when search is complete.
So I have been researching different wireless doorbell cameras and I really like the Arlo but I wanted to know if they have a community like the Ring cams do? I have not been able to find anything information about that…if you have any links or information about that I would greatly appreciate it!
,,, hey can my son hook up this Arlo device to his android phone and can I hook up my Apple phone also two phones at The same time? on one Arlo?
The doorbell makes a sound when you decline’s a call. Is there anyway to turn this off? So the person on the other side don’t know if you actually answered and then declined the call 😇
How long is the delay for the camera to detect and record?
thanks mate, about to install my Arlo doorbell....
You’re welcome! ☺️
@@seanlovesrealestate the wifi stuff is a bit technical, might you do an in depth video covering this as Arlo doesn't accept 5Ghz wifi...
I have a question, what is the Voltage for the transformer
do you need to pay to see all the past motion detection and visitors?
can the door bell chime through an Alexa?
Do you know if to charge you always need to take it down?
how do you use this without wifi or internet connectivity
I think this needs wifi, I don't think this can operate with cellular data
Who sells the video camera door bell
Excellent video.
Glad you liked it!
Is there a wireless chime you can put in the house so you can hear the actual doorbell ringing in the home when someone pushes your wireless Arlo doorbell? We have the wireless Arlo doorbell camera, but no way to hear it in the home unless you have your phone on you and if our kids are home, they aren't on the arlo alerts so they can't hear anything in the house. Would love a link where I could purchase an actual interior audible bell that wirelessly connects to the button outside. Thanks!
why would you need anker holes for wood?
I dont get why you used the optional masonry anchors in the timber? You just use the screws in this instance. Those anchors are only for bricks, concrete etc.
Hi, feeling very frustrated with this products. There were no instructions for installation just to download the app. There were 4 arlo apps! Picked one and after clicking a few times sound installation instructions. They are not easy to find. Spent two hours trying to have the camera catch the QR code. Didn’t work .Went through several clicks in their installation process and finally found a phone number. Someone answered and it took over a half hour to finally have the camera catch the QR code. There were a lot of steps that we had to follow and when we got to the point of viewing the QR code with the camera again it did not work. Had to take a picture of the QR code and enlarge it and finally that made prompted the chime indicating that there was a connection. Then came the wall installation the screws they sent are too small. There is no way to secure the plate to the wall. Unlike this video. now going to Home Depot to find double-sided, tape So buyer beware this is really not a good product. Glad it worked for you, but I can’t say I recommended it was a horrible experience.
I have an issue with the wi fi connecting
That piece (key) equals a needle, or anything just as thin. It just presses down on the release latch. 😐. I'm just going to go ahead and not delay the inevitable and throw it away. 😀
Hi, can I know if motion detection be saved automatically in the app library with out a subscription? Thanks
So what's the difference between the Arlo wireless door bell AVD 1001 and the AVD 2001. Does it matter, I'm using the first version Arlo camera and they still work good.
I’m wondering the same thing. No one seems to address the differences.
@@ortizd428 1001 is a wired doorbell, 2001 is battery operated.
One is wireless and the other is wired.
Why you need to drill the wood?
How important is it that the wi-fi is 2.4 GHz reason is mine is 5 GHz and I have not been able to get mine connected to the wi-fi so I can finish set up?
So, it's a doorbell without an actual "bell"? 😕
Does it work 3+ cell phones to view the camera?
buying subscripction: can i pay in app via play store?
How do delete a Zone, I couldn't figure it out?
Could not connect with internet called cox and did hardwire as both 5.0 and 2.4 are available and still no connection take back to Best Buy !Tried for hours no customer support
Apparently only works with 2.4 so you have to turn 5.0 off.
I got one for a year now.
Im going to send this shit back.
Thanks for the video i have arlo accts and 7 cameras love it. Ill get one of this.
No problem!
Can I connect more than one phone????
someone can easily just take it, right?
doesnt detect when its looking for the video doorbell, tried many times, not recommended
Do you need a subscription plan or any free storage for videos and pictures?
i saw other comment say subscription plan like 3 dollar a month
I’m currently charging the battery every two days. Surely this can’t be right
Very helpful video. thank you!
You are welcome!
Can you drill into aluminum siding w/o anchors? Can I just use the two screws?
Easiest way to do that is If the screws that came with it are not long enough get some 2" screws drill through the siding and the screws will actually go into the sheeting/wood behind the siding that way the screws will be in something solid instead of just the aluminum siding
How can turn the volume up people Can’t hear me
Does it work even if im at work ? So if im at work can I communicate with the delivery?
Yes, just like the cameras it sends to your phone.
How do you turn off the 5.0 ghz
I had to call my internet service and let them know to add the 2.4 network.
cool doorbell. but i prefer if light flashing when someone press doorbell. because i'm deaf
How do u hear the ring inside the house?
You have to buy that $50 chime like he said.
i thought this is meant to be 180 degrees fov
I'll buy mine tomorrow 🙏
LOL, LOL, LOL You must be the Arlo owner or CEO. Your product sucks
Easy set up/Will want minimum subscription
👌🏼
Didnt explain how the shim works
Anchors aren’t for wood
It s laggy and trash
Can this wireless Arlo door bell be used with 5G now?
I don't think so, it only works with a wifi signal.
@@seanlovesrealestate yes thats correct but I switched to TMOBILE 5g internet and it stopped working so I just wanted know if you heard of any updates about using 5g with it because right now my door bell is useless.
Do you mean 5GHZ or 5G?
Is it easy to steal
Icant see the hole to charge the battery
There's a plastic cover that you remove to get to the charging port
@@seanlovesrealestate oh gosh thanks, not very obvious!!!
@@aniagathoni5591 glad you found it!
You fail to let me people know there waistline there time if they have 5g network. The Arlo doorbell only allows 2.4hz I wish I knew that before buying this product.
Anchors for wood and concrete? No. Those anchors are for drywall but who has drywall on the outside of their door?
Why talk so fast ??
Don’t’ buy it. I have it and there is 2 major problem: you can’t get the app install and run in Android/ it doesn’t work with 5GHz Wifi. The latest Wifi router did not provide you 2.4Ghz.
What do you think of the Arlo Wireless Doorbell? Would you install on of these in your properties?
Question! I am trying to confirm if this works with apple homekit! I heard that it is supported, but can not find a straight forward answer to this?
@@T3CHGY007 Not sure, I don't use homekit :(
It seems to me that Arlo workers wrote these comments. This video doorbell SUCKS. I threw to the garbage the item and wasted over $100.00
@@bdogrom what's wrong with it? I've been using it for 5 months now and it works great. The only gripe I have is that the camera has about a 5 second delay from the live view
Wife is having a nightmare setting it up. Going through our router settings, turning off the 5 ghz and downgrading to 2.4 ghz. So now the unit can connect. Then there's the firmware update of the device which is to take up to 5 minutes. It's been 20 minutes and the phone still says Arlo device is still updating, but it states that the Arlo unit will alternate between blue and amber if the unit is updating and it isn't doing that. It's been absolutely infuriating seeing how difficult it is to setup. Yes, it is powered. Yes it is connected. So removing the device and resetting. (So I'm just reporting this so I'm not being completely useless while this is all happening). Was a gift from the parents who have their own.
You're talking too fast!!!!!!!! SLOW DOWN!!!!!
What’s wrong with this video? Are you talking double speed? Crazy!
Ah..
"What's going on?"
Ubiquitous U.S. greeting.
Means nothing, you're not really interested anyway, so why start with that?
So...."Go ahead and" get on with it.
U R VERY HARD TO UNDERSTAND. SLOW DOWN IN YOUR SPEAKING AND U WILL BE MORE EASILY UNDERSTOOD.