Questions & Answers
- Model:
- VMC3050-100NAS
- |
- SKU:
- 6553153
Q: QuestionHow long does the battery life last until it needs to be charged again?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer my arlo cameras have been running for about 1 month and are around 50-70% battery remaining. 2 months would be reasonable before needing a recharge. FYI you need a paid monthly subscription to view any recorded videos. without it you can only play live video w/o saving.
Answered by CoolCS
Q: QuestionIs this camera only for real time live video or can I look at old security video footage. Do I need a subscription after buying it to use any features?
Asked by EricD.
This question was asked about the related product: Arlo - Essential 2-Camera Outdoor Wireless 2K Security Camera (2nd Generation) with Color Night Vision - White
- A:Answer This camera only allows live video without a paid subscription. Older cameras still offer old video footage for up to 7 days for free. I have 2 Arlo Pros and 2 Arlo Pro 2s that I have used for over 5 years. They still offer the short term free storage. The Essential and Ess 2 do not and the Subx is about $15/month. I installed the set of 4 Essential cameras and found out after. I reinstalled the older Pros.
Answered by CoolCS
Q: QuestionDo these cameras work with the screw mounts?
Asked by JoseC.
- A:Answer Yes. Once you attach the camera to it you can adjust the angle of it
Answered by molinaclanx10
Q: QuestionDoes Arlo Essential camera requrie a base station?
Asked by JimBC.
This question was asked about the related product: Arlo - Essential 2-Camera Outdoor Wireless 2K Security Camera (2nd Generation) with Color Night Vision - White
- A:Answer No, the Arlo Essential 2 Outdoor Camera does not require a base station and can connect directly to any 2.4 GHz WIFI connection.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionDo I need to buy a separate Arlo hub to use these with HomeKit?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Arlo SmartHubs/Base Stations, and Apple HomeKit are not currently compatible with the Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera (2nd Generation) at launch. We expect Base Station/SmartHub and Apple HomeKit support to be made available in a future firmware release.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionThere's anything else need to be purchased for these to work? Like a hub or something.
Asked by Treatmebad.
- A:Answer No, nothing else is required as everything needed for installation is included in the box. The Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera (2nd Generation) connects directly to your WiFi through the Arlo Secure App which you can download from any smart-enabled device.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionCan I see on my computer or laptop?
Asked by PopPop.
This question was asked about the related product: Arlo - Essential 2-Camera Outdoor Wireless 2K Security Camera (2nd Generation) with Color Night Vision - White
- A:Answer Yes, you can view it on your computer or laptop by logging in to the Arlo Dashboard on the Arlo website.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionHow long does the battery last
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer We bought add on Solar Panals we do not touch them now
Answered by CristiV
Q: Questiondoes this camera record continuously or only sensor triggered?
Asked by great.
- A:Answer you can change the settings to match what you want for duration and trigger for recording. Generally they are set to record or notify when motion triggered. But in order to view recorded videos you must have a monthly paid subscription older models still offer a subscription free plan that saves recorded videos for up to 7 days **** Most notably, not using a subscription will limit you to a total of five security cameras on one account, depending on which type you’re using. This limit applies to the Arlo Wire-Free, Arlo Pro and Pro 2, Arlo Q and Q+, Arlo Go, and Arlo Baby. These devices also have a limit for cloud recording, with recordings up to 1080P being stored on a rolling seven days system (this means they are written over every seven days) **** https://www.androidpolice.com/do-you-need-a-subscription-to-use-an-arlo-security-camera/
Answered by CoolCS
Q: QuestionI would like to try this camera on my bird feeders. Do you think this would work.
Asked by Janet.
- A:Answer Yes as long as it can be mounted some place and can connect to WIFI.
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionHow well will this record from an inside window?
Asked by Silvercity.
- A:Answer Motion detection does not work through windows reliably. Arlo cameras use two different kinds of motion detection, and both types are inhibited by glass, especially windows.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionWhy does one answer say no subscription needed, and another say if you don’t subscribe the cameras do not work? Bottom line here: is there short term storage in the cloud, without a subscription?
Asked by Sue.
- A:Answer There is no subscription needed to monitor the cameras but you need a subscription in order to cloud save and review past recorded moments. These cameras do NOT have an SD card slot so there is NO way to save recorded moments yourself without the cloud storage. Hope this helps!
Answered by JakeP
Q: QuestionWhy is model number on box VMK3450 but model number on cameras VMC3050
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Model number VMK3450 stands for the 4 Cam package you purchased and model number VMC3050 is the model number for the camera itself.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionWill these cameras connect to the arlo pro 2 hub? To add extra cameras to my system.
Asked by Lbshef.
- A:Answer Yes.
Answered by skybra
Q: QuestionIs this camera waterproof from rain?
Asked by ChefDan.
- A:Answer Yes it is. I have had mine exposed to the rain and weather and have had no issues. I purchased my camera about 3 months ago
Answered by MolinaClanx10
Q: QuestionWill these cameras work with magnetic mounts?
Asked by Shawn.
This question was asked about the related product: Arlo - Essential 2-Camera Outdoor Wireless 2K Security Camera (2nd Generation) with Color Night Vision - White
- A:Answer the essential 2 has a separate sliding mount and do not work with the magnetic mounts from earlier models. You screw in a small plastic plate and slide the camera mount into it. fyi these cameras require a separate base station connected to your router/wifi and a paid monthly subscription for recording video.
Answered by CoolCS
Q: QuestionAfter purchasing these do I need to buy a subscription to maintain them
Asked by Thekid.
This question was asked about the related product: Arlo - Essential 2-Camera Outdoor Wireless 2K Security Camera (2nd Generation) with Color Night Vision - White
- A:Answer No, Arlo cameras do not require a subscription to access basic features such as live streaming and motion or audio notifications. However, subscribing unlocks additional features, including 60-day Video History, Advanced Object Detection, Activity Zones, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionDoes this set come with batteries and charger
Asked by Tom.
- A:Answer Each Arlo Essential 2 Outdoor Camera comes with its own battery and USB cord for charging.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionCan I have unlimited cameras on one system. I need about 25-30 cameras. Would I be able to view them all on one app
Asked by ben.
- A:Answer The number of cameras supported on your Arlo account is unlimited with or without an Arlo Secure plan. While you may add an unlimited number of cameras to your Arlo account, you must also meet minimum requirements with bandwidth use measured on a per-camera basis. You can live stream up to fifteen (15) Arlo cameras at the same time on the Arlo Secure App or five (5) on my.arlo.com, depending on your system setup.
Answered by Arlo Team
Q: QuestionCan one phone see all 4 cameras
Asked by stark47A.
- A:Answer Yes you can, there is a device screen when you are in the app and you can see all the cameras you have set up
Answered by RichardW
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