Techniques to Fix Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight Not Connecting Issue
“Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight not connecting issue” is one of the latest queries that got rolled out on Arlo community. Many Arlo users attempted to set up via Arlo login details and connect the Arlo camera directly to the WiFi router, without an Arlo SmartHub or base station and ended up failing. Are you also experiencing the same issue with your device?
Well then, reading the troubleshooting techniques discussed in this guide will help you to fix the issue in debate. However, this is only possible if you do not rush while reading. The more you rush, the more your mind will find it hard to process the information which has been given and implement it. Thus, keep a regular reading pace.
How to Fix Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight Not Connecting Issue?
1. Reboot or Restart the Arlo
Giving the device a new start has always known to work for users when it comes down to troubleshooting issues associated with it. Whether the device is acting out or simply refusing to connect, restarting helps. Chances are that it might assist you as well. Taking this into account, you should reboot your camera either via Arlo app or manually.
Once you have done so, check in case the “Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight not connecting issue” has been fixed. Got no luck? Well, in that case, you should continue reading this blog. Do not lose hope. Just because solution refused to help you out does not mean that the rest of them will force you to have the same fate with facing issues.
2. Enter the Right Admin Details
The second reason why the “Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight not connecting issue” is troubling you is due to the usage of an incorrect WiFi network name and password. There could be a few factors why you made such mistake. For example, you made typing errors in the entrée; you left the Caps Lock key on the keypad on, and much more.
To troubleshoot the issue at hand, you ought to type the correct SSID as well as network key. Make sure that you are not committing any typos. Along with this, know that the details are case-sensitive. This means that you need to enter them in the EXACT manner as they are. You can hit the password eye icon to view the password before hitting Enter.
3. Check the LED Light Status
See to it that the LED of the camera that you are using is blinking blue while the it is being discovered. You should know that the camera LED can time out if it flashes longer than the required time, i.e. just two minutes without properly establishing a connection with the WiFi network. Given this, if the camera times out, read what you need to do:
Press the Sync button again. It is suggested that you ensure one thing, i.e. the LED light on the camera should be blinking blue throughout the connection process. To learn about the meaning of different LED lights on Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight camera, it is suggested that you divert you attention to the information presented in the product or user manual.
4. Maintain a Good Distance
Considering you are still a victim of the “Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight not connecting issue”, it could be because the mobile device as well as the Floodlight camera is not that far from the WiFi router. Given this, you ought to take our advice and place your camera 10 to 15 feet which is 3 to 4.5 meters away from the router.
Once you have successfully made the connection between the Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight camera and the network, you can place the camera to any place that you want. But, just see to it that it is kept within the range of the networking device. Do you need more camera positioning tips? Well, in that case, read the information given in the box.
Where to Position the Arlo Floodlight Camera?
- Ensure that no electronic devices are kept too close to the camera.
- Mount your camera 8 feet high, if not much.
- Adjust the angle so that if you wish to detect motion, it appears in the lower part.
- See to it that the camera is not looking through a glass or other transparent objects.
- At last, only keep active locations in the field of view of your camera.
Conclusion
This ends the troubleshooting guide based on how to resolve the “Arlo 3 Pro Floodlight not connecting issue”. Our hopes are high that you will be able to successfully get rid of this issue with the aid of the techniques given above. In case, the same seems next to impossible, then do not forget, then resetting the device is still an option. After the reset process finishes, perform the Arlo camera setup process.
