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Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

JamesC — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:40:11 GMT

Introducing the 2nd generation of the Essential camera, now offered in both 2K and HD options. Experience exceptional smart home security with unbeatable value and price. We all deserve protection, no matter what your budget is or the size of your property. Choose from 2K or HD camera options for round-the-clock protection.

Essential Coverage. Everyday Protection. Essential Outdoor Camera provides smart home security with clear HD 1080P resolution, Color HD Night Vision, and Integrated Siren. Check-in on your home, family or pets anytime.

· First sub $50 HD security camera

· Updated seamless Bluetooth onboarding

· 130° field of view

· Wire-free with built-in rechargeable battery for long lasting battery life

· Integrated Spotlight

· Color Night Vision

· Sleeker form factor with newer battery technology

Essential Coverage. Crystal-Clear Details. Essential Outdoor Camera provides enhanced smart home security with crystal clear 2K resolution and zoom in to see more details without distortion day or night with Color Night Vision.

· First sub $100 2K security camera

· Updated seamless Bluetooth onboarding

· 130° field of view

· Wire-free with built-in rechargeable battery for long lasting battery life

· Integrated Spotlight

· Color Night Vision

· Sleeker form factor with newer battery technology

Post a reply or visit Arlo Support if you have any additional questions or need more information about the Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation.

Thank you for being part of the Arlo Community!

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

Gol15x — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:54:46 GMT

Any idea as to when these will be able to connect to a SmartHub? I hear it will be a post launch update but when is the question. I like having local storage.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

JamesC — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:57:58 GMT

Gol15x,

Base Station/SmartHub compatibility is slated for a future firmware release. I do not have a date available at this time but stay tuned here on the community and arlo.com for announcements.

JamesC

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

LZDave — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:28:45 GMT

The arlo.com web site comparison of camera models states the Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera is comparable with base stations/smart hub vmb4000, vmb4500, vmb4540, vmb5000. I bought the camera based on ability to connect to a Arlo smarthubs pro3 4540. The setup app does not give option to add to hub. Why is marketing information on web site currently stating this is compatible when the firmware for this is not developed? Should I return this camera and get one that is compatible with hub currently? How long before this actually gets fixed?

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

mdsmds342 — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 04:36:33 GMT

Any update? I bought essential camera 2nd Generation and it does not connect to the base station VMB4500r2. I would like to use the more reliable networking plus USB option for storage of the base station.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

StephenB — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:27:35 GMT

@LZDave wrote:

The arlo.com web site comparison of camera models states the Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera is comparable with base stations/smart hub vmb4000, vmb4500, vmb4540, vmb5000.

Yes, the comparison page does list those bases for the Gen 2 cameras

@JamesC - you might want to follow up on that.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

JamesC — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:32:23 GMT

LZDave, msdsmds342

I apologize for the miscommunication with the comparison tool on arlo.com. I've escalated this for correction.

The Essential 2nd generation series cameras and the 2nd generation Arlo Video Doorbell are not compatible with Base Stations and SmartHubs at this time.. This feature is planned to be released in a future firmware update. We will provide more information once this firmware is available allowing Base Station/SmartHub compatibility.

JamesC

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

MAJOP — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:30:05 GMT

Great cam. Trying to figure out how to mount it. It is a stick mount and doesn't appear to be adjustable. Any guide for adjustment up / down using the mount?

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

Gz5 — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 01:51:16 GMT

Hi! Just bought this yesterday and trying to figure out a way to adjust it while mounting. It seems to be fixed and the mounting bracket is not adjustable. Is there a way to adjust the view coverage either on the camera itself or on the app like in other cameras?

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

jguerdat — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 14:00:09 GMT

I've used a generic camera mount with the typical 1/4"-20 thread available from many sources to mount these cameras. These mounts allow more movement/configuration than the supplied mounts.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

MAJOP — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 20:47:06 GMT

I may have to do the same thing. Either find a new mounting solution or take it back. Lame

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

mtatpc — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 23:07:31 GMT

So, this may explain why my VMC3050 Camera cannot be discovered by my VMB4540 Smart Hub. Both of these were recently purchased from a large supplier locally. I am located in Tasmania, Australia. Any help would be appreciated.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

Gz5 — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 23:18:44 GMT

Thanks! Disappointing that they didn't include a more flexible camera mount. Will have to buy a generic one too.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

Gz5 — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 23:20:34 GMT

I am trying to get voice announcements from my google nest but even though notifications are turned on both on arlo app and google nest, I still don't get voice notifications.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

jguerdat — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:22:50 GMT

@MAJOP wrote:

I may have to do the same thing. Either find a new mounting solution or take it back. Lame

One size doesn't fit all. Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

jguerdat — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:25:02 GMT

@mtatpc wrote:

So, this may explain why my VMC3050 Camera cannot be discovered by my VMB4540 Smart Hub.

Nope. Currently none of the new Essential 2 cameras can connect to any hub - it's only to WiFi. A future firmware update is said to allow connections to your hub.

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

JamesC — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 21:23:05 GMT

MAJOP, Gz5

The mount is adjustable. Once the camera is secured to the mount, apply force in the direction you want it to face and this will allow the camera to pivot within the mount. The ball joint seated in the base of the mount will allow it to swivel in any direction.

For more information on mounting your camera, see here: https://kb.arlo.com/000063167/How-do-I-mount-my-Arlo-Essential-Outdoor-Camera-to-a-wall-2nd-Generation?cid=wmt_netgear_organic)

JamesC

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

MAJOP — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:45:40 GMT

Hi @JamesC - thanks for responding.

Once I got it mounted and applied some force I see that it is adjustable. Thanks thanks thanks

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

JamesC — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:45:22 GMT

MAJOP,

That is the correct mount that I was referring to in my previous post.

Attach the camera to the mount and then apply some force in the direction you want the camera to pivot. The ball joint will be a bit stiff at first but once you make the first adjustment, it will be a bit easier to position.

JamesC

Re: Introducing Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera - 2nd Generation

tango11 — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:43:38 GMT

I have several of the old model arlo go cellular cameras in my app. I purchased 2 essential xl spotlight outdoor cameras and could not add them to my account because it told me that it would automatically disable my go cameras if I added the essential cameras because the go cameras and the essential cameras cannot function together within the same app without a firmware upgrade. Well, there is no firmware upgrade available for the go cameras as it states they are using the latest version. What is the fix for this, or do I need to just return the new cameras, because I will not forfeit my cellular cameras just because Arlo has no app that can run both.