Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You likely know ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in home security is able to offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be glad to hear the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can accomplish. See what’s possible and browse tips for incorporating voice commands into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Actually Do With Voice Commands In Your Trenton Home?
Now that you know you can control your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely wondering what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a simple way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and permits you to control your system without grabbing your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Operate Your ADT Devices
A short spoken directive is all you need to activate your connected ADT devices. One thing to note, When commanding a specific device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Here are some commands that work 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, turn the heat up by 5 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires slightly different commands, but it functions very similarly. Here a few sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll get an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Smart speaker integration has some limitations. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to supply a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Trenton Home
Setting up voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, go to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, touch the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Trenton
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Trenton. Phone (609) 256-4469 or fill out our form to get started.