Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has watched over families for over 150 years, but you may question 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 works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can do. Discover what’s possible and find suggestions for incorporating voice commands into your modern home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Commands In Your Dothan Home?
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely wondering what you might do. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a fast way to brighten a light or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s a breeze and lets you manage your system without picking up your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Control Your ADT Devices
A simple spoken command is all you need to control your connected ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you speak an instruction to a device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the same name you used when first configuring the device.
Control your ADT tools with these Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn on the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 68 degrees.
Amazon Alexa has slightly different instructions, but it operates about the same. Here a few sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 72 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a phrase like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll get an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Voice activation does have a few limitations. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to provide a PIN number when completing certain actions, such as disarming your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Dothan Home
Setting up voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone
- 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 select Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
Discover more in-depth instructions in the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Dothan
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT system in Dothan. Call (334) 219-8334 or submit our form to get started.