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Motion detection works, but not test mode

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bradj
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Just got my Arlo - all paired, and I can stream video. In order to determine optimal placement, I turned on Motion Test Mode - the LED never flashes.

I set up regular modes and enabled motion detection and alerting and that worked fine. Anything special I need to do to get the Test Mode to work? It seems it would be much easier while trying different locations.

 

Thanks

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SimonGraber
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Got my Arlo too and observed the same problem, Test Mode isn't working.
JamesC
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SimonGraber, bradj

 

When using the Motion Detection Test feature make sure that you are atleast five feet away from the face of the camera.  I would also suggest starting your test outside of the camera's viewing angle.  Check out this article to get a better idea of positioning.

 

Please let me know if you're still having trouble!

JamesC