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Happy and Hopeful at first.....All 3 cameras failed to alert and record when I tested

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ba13
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Love the sleek "Apple-isque" look and feel.
Set up was simple.
Magnetic attachment is a great option for mounting.
Camera image quality was excellent.
App is fairly simple to navigate.
1 HUGE PROBLEM.
IT DOES NOT WORK.
All 3 cameras failef to alert and record when I tested - I even changed the sense in the ARMED mode a few times to locate the best movement capture sensitivity number. I went with 80 and then 100 and then 90. No change at all and I've read other reviews - I'm not alone in this observation. The cameras alert me only when I'm nearly standing on the lens itself - no alert at 15 feet away.
This system would work great for staring at the grass in my yard or bird watching, unfortunately, I need a security sysrem that is reliable. I'm returning the Arlo HD wireless to SAMS for a full refund of $415.00. Way too much money for an unsecure security system. Oh well, back to square one.

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Uh1pilot
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Take the clear shipping plastic off the lens and it should work,

JamesC
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ba13,

 

As mentioned, be sure there is nothing blocking the motion sensor on the camera. The best area for motion detection is 5 to 20 feet from the camera position. It may take some trial and error the find the best location for your Arlo Wire-free cameras. Take a look here for positioning tips: How do I position my Arlo Wire-Free or Arlo Pro Wire-Free camera?

 

JamesC