Arlo Essential Outdoor & Essential XL Outdoor Cameras Setup

To install an Arlo Essential Outdoor and Essential XL Outdoor cameras 2nd Generation, you need to use Bluetooth technology on your phone. In this guide, we will provide you with instructions to set up your Arlo security cameras in an easy manner. Let’s get started.

Let’s Install Arlo Essential Outdoor or Essential XL Camera

Before you begin with the Arlo camera setup, it is to be ensured that your WiFi router broadcasts a 2.4 GHz network band. In case you have turned it off and are using only a 5 GHz network, then turn on the lower band. Your Arlo camera uses this very network band to operate.

Apart from this, it is to be ensured that your phone has the Bluetooth option enabled on it. Here’s how you can enable it:

Android Device

• Open Settings on your phone.
• Go to Bluetooth.
• Toggle the button to the On position.

You can also simply swipe down on the screen from the top and tap on the Bluetooth icon to turn it on.

iOS Device

• Open Settings.
• Navigate to the Bluetooth option.
• Turn it on by tapping on the button.

Now, use the steps given ahead to set up Arlo Essential Outdoor or Essential XL Outdoor camera 2nd generation:

• Commence the process by downloading and installing the Arlo Secure app on your phone.
• As soon as the app is installed, launch it.
• Create an Arlo account if this is the first time login.
• Use the email address and password to log in now.
• Tap on the Devices option.
• You should select the correct location where you wish to place your camera.
• Next, tap on the+ option.
• Now, choose Cameras > Essential Series > Essential Cameras 2nd Generation.
• The app will look for Bluetooth. Ensure that you have turned on Bluetooth on your phone. You should give permission to Arlo to use Bluetooth on your phone.

• The app will also check if you have upgraded to the Arlo Secure experience.
• Once done, you need to press and hold the Pairing button on your camera for 3 seconds.
• As soon as you see the LED flashing in blue, tap Continue on your phone screen.
• Select a location that’s within the range of the WiFi router to place the Arlo camera. There ought to be an available wall outlet here.
• Choose the WiFi SSID of your router and tap Continue.
• If the WiFi is secured, then enter the WiFi password and tap Continue.
• Arlo will look for your camera. Once found, you can assign a name for it and tap Continue.

This way you can easily install Arlo Essential Outdoor or Arlo Essential XL Outdoor camera using the Arlo secure app.

In the End

Isn’t it easy to install Arlo Essential Outdoor & Essential XL Outdoor cameras using the simple instructions discussed in this guide? We expect that by now you have installed your Arlo security camera and it is all set to secure your home.