Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this revered name in home security is able to offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is a definitive yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. See what’s possible and get tips for incorporating voice activation into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Champaign Home
Now that you know you can use your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely thinking about what’s possible. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a quick way to brighten a light or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and permits you to manage your system without picking up your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Components With These Voice Instructions
A quick spoken command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, When controlling a specific device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll need to use the name you previously assigned to the device.
Here are a few commands that work with Google Home:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 5 degrees.
Amazon Alexa operates almost the same, but requires slightly different commands. Here several examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Smart speaker integration comes with a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to enter a PIN number when carrying out certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or disarming your home’s security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Champaign Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Champaign
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you build your new ADT alarm system in Champaign. Phone (217) 765-0086 or fill out our form to begin.