Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera 2nd Generation Quick Start Guide
November 2023
Document Number: 201-50764-01
Get Started
For the best experience, Arlo recommends fully charging the battery before setup. The LED on the front of the camera will turn solid blue when 100% charged.
1. Download the Arlo Secure App:
[QR Code for Arlo Secure App]
[Download on the App Store] [Get it on Google Play]
Or go to arlo.com/app/secure/
2. Start Setup:
Tap Devices, then the [Plus icon] (+), and select Cameras > Essential Series > Essential Cameras 2nd Generation. Follow the on-screen prompts.
What's in the box
- Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera: A sleek, white, cylindrical security camera designed for outdoor use. It features a prominent lens on the front, surrounded by a dark bezel, and a small LED indicator light above the lens.
- Wall Mount: A circular, white mounting base with multiple screw holes for secure attachment to a wall or ceiling. It includes a central pivot point for adjusting the camera's angle.
- Screw Kit: A small, clear plastic bag containing various screws, wall anchors, and possibly a mounting template, for securely installing the camera and mount.
- Indoor USB Charging Cable: A white cable with a proprietary connector on one end (for the camera) and a standard USB Type-A connector on the other end, used for charging the camera's battery indoors.
- Wall Plate: A flat, white mounting plate with pre-drilled holes, likely an alternative or supplementary mounting accessory.
Get to know your camera
Pairing Button: Located on the top of the camera.
Charging Port: Located on the bottom/rear of the camera.
Need help?
Arlo is available to assist. Visit www.arlo.com/support for quick answers and resources, including:
- How-to videos
- Troubleshooting tips
- Additional support resources
Regulatory and Company Information
Arlo Technologies, Inc., Arlo, Arlo logo, and Every Angle Covered are trademarks of Arlo Technologies, Inc. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC. Other trademarks are for reference purposes.
For regulatory compliance information, including the EU Declaration of Conformity, visit www.arlo.com/about/regulatory/.
Company Addresses:
- Arlo Technologies Intl. Ltd, Ground Floor, Building 3, University Technology Centre, Curraheen Road, Cork T12 EF21 Ireland
- Arlo Technologies UK Limited, 280 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 4RB
- Arlo Technologies, Inc., 2200 Faraday Avenue, Suite 150, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA