Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you may wonder whether this revered name in home security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be glad to hear the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. Discover what’s possible and browse recommendations for adding voice activation into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Really Do With Voice Activation In Your Camden Home?
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re likely thinking about what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights on or off
- Activate connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a fast way to brighten a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you control your system without reaching for your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Manage Your ADT Devices
A short verbal command is all it takes to operate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, When operating a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the same name you used when first configuring the device.
Operate your ADT tools with the following Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa functions about the same, but calls for slightly different phrasing. Here are some sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a phrase like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll hear an answer.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Voice integration has a few limitations. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by saying a command. You also must enter a PIN number when completing sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Camden Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided steps
You can find more detailed instructions in the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Camden
Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you customize your new ADT system in Camden. Dial (856) 259-5771 or complete our form to begin.