Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might wonder whether this revered name in home security can offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. You’ll be pleased to know the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. Discover what’s possible and find suggestions for adding voice control into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Wichita Home
Now that you know you can use your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you may be curious as to what you can do. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you’re busy making dinner, and need a simple way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just vocalize a command. It’s a breeze and allows you to control your system without picking up your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Manage Your ADT Equipment
A quick verbal command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When operating a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll have to use the name you previously gave the device.
Manage your ADT tools with these Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn on the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works almost the same, but calls for slightly different commands. Here several sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 72 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to check if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Smart speaker integration does have some restrictions. For example, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT smartphone app by saying a command. You also must enter a PIN when carrying out sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Wichita Home
Setting up voice activation only takes a few steps regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these steps:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions
You can find more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Wichita
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT system in Wichita. Call (316) 215-9179 or fill out our form to take the first step.