Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has watched over families for more than 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in residential security is able to offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is a resounding yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. Discover what’s possible and get recommendations for integrating voice control into your modern home security system.
What Can You Really Do With Voice Commands In Your Bend Home?
Now that you know you can use your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what you can do. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Turn smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a fast way to brighten a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you manage your system without grabbing your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Operate Your ADT Equipment
A simple verbal command is all you need to activate your connected ADT devices. One thing to note, When controlling a device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Control your ADT tools with the following Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn on the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works about the same, but requires slightly different commands. Here are some common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to know if a door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear a response.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice integration has a few restrictions. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to supply a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as disarming your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Bend Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you own. You’ll typically follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, head to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT username and password and follow the instructions
Explore more in-depth instructions in the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Bend
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you build your new ADT system in Bend. Phone (541) 213-2340 or submit our form to begin.