topic Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp in Partner Integrations

How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

Everet — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:30:58 GMT

I have wireless Arlo front doorbell, back doorbell, 2 cameras, 4 lamps, and Internet.

I do *not* have any smart devices in the house (e.g., Alexa, outlets).
I would like the system to activate a specific lamp (for 15 minutes then off) dependent upon which device is triggered by motion detection.
Having an Android phone, I would like to keep any additional smart hardware Android compatible.
What do I need?
How do I create the "rules"?

Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

jguerdat — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:45:10 GMT

What "lamps" are you referring to? The older security lights (no camera)?

I would think you'd need to use a 3rd party connection such as IFTTT or SmartThings to accomplish this although I don't know that you could command the lights to remain on for 15 minutes since duration is an Arlo feature. I don't think you'd need hardware. The rules would be specific to what integration system you choose.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

StephenB — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:50:00 GMT

@jguerdat wrote:

I don't think you'd need hardware.

If @Everet is talking about a regular lamp (with no smart lightbulb), then some smart home hardware would be needed.

No recommendation on what though, as it's not something I've done.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

Everet — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:03:30 GMT

My lamps are desk lamps...with a rotating on-off. Which I would just leave on and let the smart outlet send power/not send power.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

Everet — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:04:35 GMT

Correct on both statements--regular lamp and smart home. Need recommendations for the smart hardware and rules.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

jguerdat — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 15:41:06 GMT

You need to start this conversation in an appropriate forum such as IFTTT/SmartThings/etc. Arlo provides compatibility but the actual hardware and workings are a function of whatever smarthome system you choose.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

Everet — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 21:57:56 GMT

Solution--in case anyone else wants to do the same....

Needed: Arlo devices, 2 lamps that use a click to turn on/off, 2 Philips WiFi LED bulbs, IFTTT mobile app, Verizon MiFi (optional...since this was to secure an off-site location without Internet).

Notes: IFTTT is free, but the subscription unlocks more rules/options. This setup does not require Alexa or Google Nest.

Enable the MiFi.
Connect the mobile phone to MiFi.
Add the Arlo devices.
Add the 2 bulbs (and lamps).
Install IFTTT.
Create rules.

Re: How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

Timothyloves — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 18:33:02 GMT

You can always ask the store. I once bought a small charger camera. I thought it was broken and I was about to blow up, but they were patient and guided me very patiently.