Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has watched over families for more than 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this trusted name in residential security is able to offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be happy to hear the answer is yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can control. See what’s possible and browse tips for adding voice control into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Erie Home
Now that you know you can utilize your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably wondering what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy making dinner, and need a fast way to turn on lights or lower the temperature, just speak a command. It’s easy and lets you control your system without picking up your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Operate Your ADT Components
A simple spoken command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you give a command to a device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll have to use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Here are some commands that work with Google Home:
- 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 has slightly different instructions, but it operates pretty much the same. Here a few common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off 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 a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll hear a reply.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice activation does have a few restrictions. To illustrate, you can’t adjust settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to supply a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your home’s security system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Erie Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll typically follow these steps:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
Explore more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Erie
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT security system in Erie. Call (814) 212-8989 or fill out our form to begin.