Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for more than 150 years, but you might question if this trusted name in home security is able to offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can accomplish. Explore what’s possible and get tips for integrating voice activation into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Tuscaloosa Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably wondering what you might do. Here are some ideas:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Turn smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a simple way to brighten a light or adjust the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and permits you to engage your system without picking up your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Manage Your ADT Components
A short spoken directive is all it takes to control your connected ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you speak an instruction to a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the same name you used when first installing the device.
Here are several commands you can use with Google Home:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa has slightly different phrasing, but it works about the same. Here a few sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll get an answer.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Voice activation has some restrictions. To illustrate, you can’t change or configure settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to provide a PIN number when completing certain actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your alarm system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Tuscaloosa Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these steps:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, press the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Explore more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Tuscaloosa
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT security system in Tuscaloosa. Call (205) 315-0267 or complete our form to begin.