topic Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries in Arlo

ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

rnvnorth — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 01:12:32 GMT

Good day - Have simple original wireless ARLO cameras. 2 issues:

1 - Trying to buy the rechargeable batteries and charger. Very confusing as email from ARLO re the batteries say RCR123A batteries, but link to buy say CR 123 batteries. Then click to buy from there links to Amazon for RCR123A. Have just placed order and can't find a clear ARLO thread for definitive which rechargeable batteries for plain ARLO: RCR123A or CR123.

2 - Also, if anyone has any tips for false positives, I'd be greatful. We're in the Pacific Northwest in spring. Moving cameras not in the plan and lowering sensitivity doesn't catch what we need. Would the hooded skins work for the false positives and fit on the old ARLOs? Please advise.

Many thanks to any information.

rnvnorth

Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

manfredz — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 01:27:16 GMT

the frst R in RCR123A stands for rechargeable.

battery type is CR123A so when referring to rechargeables they're referred to RCR123A

Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

TomMac — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 02:37:14 GMT

Netgear has an approved set of batteries and charger combo, look at the accessories for the Arlo cam

False triggers can be an issue, try and make sure your view is proper for what you are trying to capture ( you don't say what) ... The PIR for people is good to a max of 20 ft,so you shouldn't try to cover more distance then that if trying to get people

Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

JamesC — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 18:02:00 GMT

I would like to thank you for your posts and contributions! I want to make sure you take a look at an article outlining best practices when it comes to batteries. For those involved in this discussion I encourage you to review Remember these golden rules for your Arlo camera batteries along with BATTERY WARNINGS AND SAFETY.

We strongly recommend using one of the following types of batteries:

The non-rechargeable batteries supplied with your Arlo Wire-Free cameras
Tenergy Li-Ion RCR123A 3.7V 650mAh rechargeable batteries specifically marked “Works with Arlo”
Non-rechargeable batteries from other high quality, established, well-known manufacturers such as Panasonic®, Energizer®, or Duracell®

NEVER try to recharge the CR123A batteries that came with your Arlo camera as they are non-rechargeable.

Thank you for sharing!

JamesC

Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

Drewber — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 01:16:06 GMT

Are Enegitech batteries okay for the Arlos? They are much less than Tenergy. Any issues with them?

Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

Drewber — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 21:21:59 GMT

Are Enegitech batteries okay for the Arlos? They cost much less than Tenergy. Any issues with them?

Re: ARLO VMS3430 and proper rechargeable batteries

jguerdat — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 22:48:14 GMT

The main issues are:

1) Stated capacity - anything over 800mAH is a lie and points to a bad choice.

2) Lack of protective circuitry inside the battery for over-charging/over-current is harder to determine but quality batteries have it. You need to investigate since cheap batteries have caused fires and melt-downs.