Continuous video recording with Pro sixth gen

[SecurityConcern]

We need continuous recording and the ability to go back and look at videos on specific dates. Is it true that in order for a camera to do this, it must be hard wired (i.e., not run on battery) and we have to have a plan for each hard-wired camera?

[StephenB]

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@SecurityConcern wrote:

 Is it true that in order for a camera to do this, it must be hard wired (i.e., not run on battery) and we have to have a plan for each hard-wired camera?

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Yes, you'd need a CVR plan for each camera and also they do need to be hard-wired (due to the higher power use).

[SecurityConcern]

Can any Pro camera be plugged into an outlet or do we have to order different cameras?

[StephenB]

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@SecurityConcern wrote:

Can any Pro camera be plugged into an outlet or do we have to order different cameras?

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All pro models can be hard-wired.  Though if the cameras are outdoors, you need to use an outdoor-rated charger and cables.

Arlo's outdoor cables are integrated with their chargers.  The outdoor charger for the Pro 3/Pro 4/Pro 5 is here:

• https://us.arlo.com/collections/accessories/products/vma5600c-100nas

The outdoor charger for the Pro 6 is here:

• https://us.arlo.com/collections/accessories/products/vma5700-100nas

Arlo no longer sells the outdoor charger for the Pro and Pro 2 models - both are end-of-life.  But you might be able to find a third-party or perhaps old inventory. 

[SecurityConcern]

Can the charger be plugged into an outdoor extension cord or does it have to go into an outlet?

[BrookeN]

You can do it either way bases on your preference. 

[StephenB]

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@SecurityConcern wrote:

Can the charger be plugged into an outdoor extension cord or does it have to go into an outlet?

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As @BrookeN says, it can be done either way. But if you use an extension cord, you should consider getting a cover box, to protect the connection from water penetration.

The outdoor charger has a 25 foot cable - which could be long enough to reach the outlet.