Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you may wonder whether this revered name in home security is able to offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is a resounding yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. Explore what’s possible and get tips for integrating voice control into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Activation In Your Savannah Home?
Now that you’re aware you can utilize your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely wondering what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Control connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy making dinner, and need a quick way to turn on lights or lower the temperature, just speak a command. It’s a breeze and permits you to control your system without reaching for your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Control Your ADT Equipment
A quick spoken directive is all it takes to activate your ADT smart home devices. Keep in mind, if you speak an instruction to a specific device, such as your living room light or thermostat, you must use the name you already assigned to the device.
Operate your ADT tools with these 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, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa operates about the same, but calls for slightly different commands. Here are some sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just say a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll get an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Voice integration has some limitations. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your home security app by saying a command. You’ll also have to enter a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as disarming your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Savannah Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll follow these steps:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Savannah
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you design your new ADT system in Savannah. Dial (912) 226-4483 or submit our form to begin.