Arlo Ultra 4K UHD Wire-Free Security Camera System

Arlo Ultra is a direct upgrade for Arlo pro, also it has a wide variety of security cameras. The Arlo Ultra 4k provides a wider field of view(180 degrees) and has a high resolution(1080p). The ultra series need a hub i.e. SmartHub if you are trying to connect them using the same Arlo app.

The one who looks for quality won’t mind paying a few extra bucks for this Arlo which is packed with a wide variety of features. Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant can be used with all the following cameras. You can give commands to the camera with the help of these AI assistants. Moreover, all Arlo cameras include Smart Premier service with rolling 30-day cloud recordings (up to 10 cameras).

These are camera systems with advanced audio and video quality, a camera with a wider viewing angle, auto-zoom and tracking, enhanced night vision, noise-canceling technology, 180-degree view, auto image correction, and an integrated spotlight which gives you colored image even at night.

Arlo Ultra

Although if you want to add-on Arlo ultra camera to already existing Arlo Pro 2,3 system then it won’t be possible.

Arlo Ultra series has 3 versions of Arlo Ultra 4K:-

  1. 4K UHD Wire-Free Security 3-Camera System (VMS5340)
  2. The 4K UHD Wire-Free Security 2-Camera System (VMS5240)
  3. 4K UHD Wire-Free Security 1-Camera System (VMC5040)

In VMS5240, we are getting 2 cameras,1 magnetic mount, 2 wall mount screw kits whereas in VMS5340 we are getting 2 magnetic mounts, 3 cameras, 3 wall mount screw kits. In VMC5040, the camera, magnetic mount and mount screw are available whereas, one quantity of each Ethernet cable, quarter wall mount, and Ultra SmartHub is missing.

Security is always of prime importance to any establishment, organization, or even your own home. In times that we live in, one can never be too careful. The best way one could be careful enough to minimize the criminal advancement of offenders and felons is to set up a multi-camera surveillance system. It keeps you covered for the times you are not there is a particular place that is important to you. It has a lot of benefits and very few downfalls.

Here comes the Picasso of multiple cameras connected by a single base, the Arlo ultra 4k cameras. They are mountable wireless cameras that can be connected to a single base on order to form mesh surveillance system to survey a full area, which provides a sort of double protection as the device has a 360 rotatable feature, already providing you with a full-on view of the surrounding, while also flexing on two-way audio.

Arlo Ultra setup:

  • Firstly, we would connect SmartHub to the router using an Ethernet Cable and switch it on.
  • Now connect AC Adapter to the SmartHub and plug it in. LED on the SmartHub will light up.
    • IF LED LIGHT COLOR ON THE SMART HUB IS:
    • Solid blue connected to the Internet
    • Slow blinking blue now ready for syncing and pairing up with a camera OR is connecting with a camera
    • Fast blinking blue paired with a camera Solid amber Error OR something is wrong with the connection
    • Slow blinking amber can’t connect to the camera OR another connection error occurred
    • Alternating blue and amber A firmware update or maybe some operation reset is going on.
  • To put the batteries in the camera by pushing the round button at the bottom of the camera and it opens at the front. Insert the batteries until it clicks.
  • Install Arlo App, create an Arlo account.
  • Connect Arlo SmartHub to the internet and add it to your account by following the on-screen instructions on the Arlo App.
  • Connect/add all Arlo Ultra cameras and pair them with the Arlo SmartHub with the help of the app.
    NOTE:- Once its done, it will show you your one year Arlo smart premium plan which is included with the purchase. It includes 30 days of recording for up to 10 cameras, eye detection, etc.
  • Insert the camera into the camera housing by pushing down on both the left and right sides of the camera until it clicks into place.
  • Now find a location where a camera will be placed using mount, make sure the wifi connection is in the coverage area.
  • Lastly, use the Arlo app to view the live feed perform other operations, view alerts, notifications, connect with third-party software, and perform other operations. Your arlo ultra camera setup is complete.

Can we use Arlo Ultra with Amazon Alexa?

Yes, Arlo can be used with Amazon Alexa. It makes access to your Arlo devices easy using voice commands while viewing the live video live camera feed on your Echo Show or Fire TV. To use Arlo Ultra 4K with Amazon Alexa, follow the following steps:

Arlo with Amazon Alexa
  • Firstly, download the Alexa app. Your Alexa should be configured with the home security camera and a smart speaker. Also, the Arlo product should be properly set up and turned on.
  • Create an Alexa account and log in.
  • Select “Skills and Games” menu item, in the search bar, enter “Arlo skill” and enable it. Now the camera will be paired up with the Alexa app.
  • Go to settings, then select “TV & Video”, then select the FireTV or whatever screen you wish to use.
  • Lastly, when the process is complete, give commands to Amazon Alexa and enjoy.

How to add Arlo ultra 4K to google assistant App?

  • First of all download the Google Home app and login there using your google account.
  • Now we shall start adding devices using the “+” icon on the google home app. We are now on “add and manage” menu. Now from “Add to home”, select “set up device”.
  • Now we can either set up new devices or use old ones.
  • After the devices set up is done, we go to the menu “Add devices” and we search and select Arlo, log in and give necessary permissions to Google. Now our cameras are paired up with the Google Home.
  • In the “Choose Device” menu, select a camera for setting it up. Location for that device will be asked along with other information. We will do this with all the cameras.
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  • It is recommended to change the camera devices’ names as sometimes Google assistant gets confused otherwise. For this, on the google home window, select the camera, click on gear icon and in the name section, a name that camera and save it in the end.

Can I use Arlo Ultra indoors and outdoors?

Yes, it can be used both indoors and outdoors as it is weather-resistant and wire-free. You can use an outdoor-rated charged cable(not included with the box) for outdoor camera use.

What are the Auto Zoom and Track feature?

Auto-zoom and track mean whenever some motion or activity occurs, the Arlo Ultra camera detects it( tracking) and it will automatically zoom it in so that that particular area is recorded clearly(only if you have turned this option on). You will find these clips in the Library.

How to take a snapshot from a live video?

  1. Firstly, open the Arlo app.
  2. Tap the camera feed image.
  3. Tap Snapshot. The snapshot is saved in your library.
  4. Moreover, you can only watch 4k videos when you’re at home.

Talk and listen feature on arlo ultra series? How to use talk and listen?

Microphones allow you to talk and listen, with noise-cancellation and wind noise reduction. You can speak using the Arlo app to the people who are able to view the camera.

  1. On the Arlo app, click on the camera feed image.
  2. You will find the Talk and listen to the option. Click it. You might be asked to give microphone permission to the Arlo app.
  3. Click on Microphone option and the two-way audio option will open. You can now use Talk and Listen.

How to turn the camera siren On and Off?

  • On the Arlo app, go to the Siren option.
  • Now click on Activate Siren. You will be asked to select one camera.
  • The camera siren can be turn on by swiping right and to turn it off, simply tap the slider once. You will find it on the devices page.

What is the minimum upload bandwidth speed required?

Arlo recommend an average upload bandwidth speed of 3 Mbps for the Arlo Ultra camera.

Can’t see video streams in a browser on arlo ultra 4k? How to solve it?

  • Firstly check if you are able to see the live recording on phone and the camera is charge enough.
  • Make sure you are using a browser with the latest version of adobe flash and the Arlo software.
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  • Ports 443 and 80 need to be kept open on the router.
  • Make sure your cameras maintain significant distance from the base station(about 3 meters and should be always less than 90 meters) and between each other(2 meters approx).
  • Also, there is a 30-minute streaming limit so that’s why it might not show up.
  • The loading speed might be slower on 3g/4g.
  • Some people faced issues on the Firefox browser in particular.

How to change the Arlo ultra password?

  1. On the Arlo app, go to settings.
  2. You will find the Account section from where go to Profile’s Login settings. Here we will change the password settings.
  3. You will need to enter an old password once and a new password twice for confirmation reasons.
  4. Finally, click on Change password to finish the password change process.
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THE ARLO ULTRA CAMERA ADD ON

The Arlo Ultra is a mesh type of surveillance system which has multiple cameras connected to a single base and relay information in the form of pictures and videos back and forth as such. The cameras are quite powerful. The ARLO ULTRA 4K BATTERY LIFE completely depends on the amount of work it is made to do. For example, the cameras do well up to 15 days in a heavy movement area like a busy street. While in your backyard they could very well work for about a month or more. About 15 add on cameras can be connect to a singular base and with a small connection for power supply they can also be use as outdoor cameras. They do have magnetic components and plant bases which allows you to mount them on walls with the only downfall being the easy pull out mechanism it vulnerable to theft.

Where is arlo ultra SD card slot?

In the Arlo Ultra base station series, the micro SD card slot is present at the bottom of the base station, which can be used for local storage.

ARLO ULTRA REVIEW

The Arlo Ultra is not very affordable and sits at quite a good price when compare to other competitors in the arena. It does fit and gets accept well because of its possession of wide functionality and flexibility of position among its competition in the surveillance device market. Probably the thing that makes it a lot more cooler is the dual audio system and the infrared night vision which makes it a stealth ninja both by night and day.

It has good functionality, a very flexible positioning system, an easy Arlo ultra setup and reset mechanism, and quite a few amazing features to amuse you. The downfalls on the other side are its price, its paid cloud storage service, and the easiness with which it can be stolen. The company does offer better support mechanics to ensure its safety but it comes for extra prices which is not such a good thing. Overall, a good and useful device with a much upper hand than almost every other surveillance device available right now in the market. An effective 10 by 10. This is an honest Arlo ultra review by our expert technicians.