Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you may ask yourself if this trusted name in home security is able to offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be glad to hear the answer is yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can control. See what’s possible and browse suggestions for incorporating voice commands into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your State College Home
Now that you’re aware you can utilize your ADT home security system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you might be curious as to what you can do. Here are some possibilities:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Turn smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a quick way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you control your system without reaching for your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Operate Your ADT Devices
A quick verbal command is all you need to operate your connected ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you give a command to a device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the same name you used when first setting up 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 on the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 4 degrees.
Amazon Alexa uses slightly different commands, but it functions very similarly. Here several common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll hear a response.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Voice integration has a few limitations. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You’ll also need to provide a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as turning off your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your State College Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, tap the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the instructions
You can find more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In State College
Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in State College. Phone (814) 212-8021 or fill out our form to take the first step.