Summary:
1. Can I use Arlo without base station?
An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect your Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera directly to your home router. This requires a high-speed 2.4GHz WiFi network.
2. How do I set up Arlo cameras without base station?
From the Devices screen, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera. If Arlo detects a SmartHub or base station, tap or click Connect without SmartHub or Connect without a Base Station. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your camera or doorbell directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
3. What is the purpose of the Arlo base station?
The Arlo base station securely connects Arlo, Pro & Pro 2 wire-free cameras to the internet via your home router, while providing long-range connectivity and the best battery life for your cameras. Features include USB backup, smart siren, and rolling 7 days of free cloud recordings plus upgrade options.
4. Can you use the Arlo camera by itself?
No, the wireless cameras use a dedicated WiFi between the base and cameras. No other connection is possible.
5. How does Arlo work without subscription?
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, including cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection features, are only available with a subscription plan.
6. Which Arlo cameras connect directly to WiFi?
The following Arlo Cameras and Arlo Doorbells connect directly to a Wi-Fi router and do not require an Arlo SmartHub or Arlo Base Station:
– Arlo Pro 5S
– Arlo Pro 4
– Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera
– Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wired
– Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free
– Arlo Essential Indoor Camera
– Arlo Essential Camera
7. How many Arlo cameras can I connect without a base station?
If your cameras are not connected to a SmartHub or base station or if you have multiple SmartHubs or base stations, you can stream up to 15 cameras with an Arlo Smart Elite plan.
8. Can I still use Arlo without a subscription?
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, includ
Questions:
1. Can I use Arlo without a base station?
Yes, you can connect your Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera directly to your home router without a base station.
2. How do I set up Arlo cameras without a base station?
To set up Arlo cameras without a base station, go to the Devices screen in the Arlo app, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera. If Arlo detects a base station, choose Connect without SmartHub or Connect without a Base Station and follow the in-app instructions to connect your camera directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
3. What is the purpose of the Arlo base station?
The Arlo base station securely connects Arlo, Pro & Pro 2 wire-free cameras to the internet via your home router. It provides long-range connectivity and extends the battery life of your cameras. The base station also offers features such as USB backup, a smart siren, and 7 days of free cloud recordings with upgrade options.
4. Can I use the Arlo camera by itself?
No, the Arlo wireless cameras require a dedicated WiFi connection between the base station and the cameras. They cannot be used independently without the base station.
5. How does Arlo work without a subscription?
Arlo cameras can still function without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, advanced features like cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection require a subscription plan.
6. Which Arlo cameras connect directly to WiFi?
The following Arlo cameras and doorbells can connect directly to a Wi-Fi router without the need for an Arlo SmartHub or base station:
– Arlo Pro 5S
– Arlo Pro 4
– Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera
– Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wired
– Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free
– Arlo Essential Indoor Camera
– Arlo Essential Camera
7. How many Arlo cameras can I connect without a base station?
If you don’t have a SmartHub or base station or have multiple SmartHubs/base stations, you can stream up to 15 cameras using an Arlo Smart Elite plan.
8. Can I still use Arlo without a subscription?
Yes, even without a subscription, Arlo cameras can still be used for basic functions like live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, certain advanced features will be unavailable without a subscription.
Can I use Arlo without base station
An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect your Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera directly to your home router. This requires a high-speed 2.4GHz WiFi network.
How do I set up Arlo cameras without base station
From the Devices screen, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera. If Arlo detects a SmartHub or base station, tap or click Connect without SmartHub or Connect without a Base Station. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your camera or doorbell directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
What is the purpose of the Arlo base station
Description. The Arlo base station securely connects Arlo, Pro & Pro 2 wire-free cameras to the internet via your home router, while providing long range connectivity and the best battery life for your cameras. Features include USB backup, smart siren and rolling 7 days of free cloud recordings plus upgrade options.
Can you use the Arlo camera by itself
Nope, the wireless cameras use a dedicated WiFi between the base and cameras. No other connection is possible.
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How does Arlo work without subscription
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, including cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection features, are only available with a subscription plan.
Which Arlo cameras connect directly to WiFi
The following Arlo Cameras and Arlo Doorbells connect directly to a Wi-Fi router and do not require an Arlo SmartHub or Arlo Base Station:Arlo Pro 5S.Arlo Pro 4.Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera.Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wired.Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free.Arlo Essential Indoor Camera.Arlo Essential Camera.
How many Arlo cameras can I connect without a base station
On the Arlo app
If your cameras are not connected to a SmartHub or base station, or if you have multiple SmartHubs or base stations, you can stream up to 15 cameras with an Arlo Smart Elite plan.
Can I still use Arlo without subscription
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, including cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection features, are only available with a subscription plan.
Is it better to connect Arlo to WiFi or hub
Arlo recommends using the hub if you have one (for one thing, you need it to access local storage), but it's not required.
Do Arlo cameras Connect to WiFi or base station
When you first set up your Arlo camera, you have the option to connect the camera directly to your WiFi router or to an Arlo SmartHub or base station. You can use the Arlo app to connect directly to your WiFi router.
Do Arlo cameras work if the WiFi is off
The Arlo Go Mobile Security Camera is ideal for security monitoring when traveling or in areas with limited or no WiFi access. Arlo Go works wherever there is 3G/4G LTE wireless connections.
What do Arlo cameras do without subscription
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, including cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection features, are only available with a subscription plan.
Can Arlo record continuously without subscription
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, including cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection features, are only available with a subscription plan.
Did Arlo get rid of their free plan
The end-of-life policy was due to go into effect January 1st, 2023, and removed a big selling point — seven-day free cloud storage — for many Arlo cams.
Which Arlo cameras do not need a hub
The Arlo Essential is the entry-level device from Arlo, offering 1080p video capture, 2-way audio, IR for night vision as well as an LED floodlight. There's an integrated siren. It can be a standalone camera, as it will connect directly to your Wi-Fi with no hub required.
Does Arlo connect directly to Wi-Fi
When you first set up your Arlo camera, you have the option to connect the camera directly to your Wi-Fi router or to an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station. You can use the Arlo Secure App to connect directly to your Wi-Fi router.
How far can Arlo be from base station
300 feet
You can place your Arlo camera a maximum of 300 feet (90 meters) from the SmartHub or base station. The maximum line-of-sight range of 300 feet is reduced by each wall, ceiling, or other major obstruction between the camera and base station.
What do I lose without Arlo subscription
*Auto Zoom & Tracking and Local Storage Recording are not available for all Arlo devices. Note: Without an Arlo Secure plan or trial you will not have access to features such as Activity Zones, Cloud Recording, Smart Notifications, Alarm Detection, etc.
Is there a monthly fee for Arlo
Arlo Secure (Single Camera) costs $2.99 a month. Arlo Secure (Unlimited Cameras) costs $9.99 a month.
Do I need a SmartHub for my Arlo cameras
An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect your Arlo Essential Indoor Camera directly to your home router.
How far can Arlo be from hub
300 feet
Keep distance in mind when placing your Arlo wire-free cameras: Maximum. You can place your Arlo camera a maximum of 300 feet (90 meters) from the SmartHub or base station. The maximum line-of-sight range of 300 feet is reduced by each wall, ceiling, or other major obstruction between the camera and base station.
Does Arlo have to be connected to router
Each base station must be connected to your router using an Ethernet cable. Note: You can also connect an Arlo or Arlo Pro base station to a WiFi extender if the extender has an available Ethernet port.
Does Arlo have to be plugged into router
Not only do you need the Ethernet cable running from your wireless router to the Arlo Netgear base station in order to set up the camera, you must leave this cable connected to your wireless router for the camera to work.
Can you set up Arlo without Internet
This article applies to:
To install and use an Arlo system, you must have a high-speed Internet connection and meet the requirements listed below.
Do you have to subscribe to Arlo to get person detection
Note: To use Person Detection, you need an Arlo subscription plan.
