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How: Doorbell/Camera motion detection to trigger lamp

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

 

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

Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

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Everet
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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.

 

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

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jguerdat
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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. 

StephenB
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@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.

Everet
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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.

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

jguerdat
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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.

Everet
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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.

 

  1. Enable the MiFi.
  2. Connect the mobile phone to MiFi.
  3. Add the Arlo devices.
  4. Add the 2 bulbs (and lamps).
  5. Install IFTTT.
  6. Create rules.
Timothyloves
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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.