Arlo Camera Not Working in Cold Weather [Fixed]
If your Arlo security camera is not working in cold weather, then there are a few important yet beneficial tips that you can apply to resolve the issue. So, drop all your worries as the issue you are facing is going to resolve in a snap. Before proceeding further, make sure you have install Arlo camera in a proper manner.
Let’s dig a little deeper!
Power Cycle Your Arlo Security Camera
In the event, you find that your Arlo security camera is not performing well in a cold weather, then before trying any advance troubleshooting tip (s) to fix the issue in discussion, try this basic tip first. Restarting or power cycling is known as one of the most effective ye useful remedies for fixing issues with your Arlo device. So, without much delay, scroll down a little and know how to restart or power cycle the camera in a flash.
To power cycle Arlo camera, here are the instructions to be applied in the exact given order:
Step 1: Turn off your Arlo security camera.
Step 2: Be patience! Do not turn on your camera before 10-15 minutes.
Step 3: Now, you can turn on your Arlo camera back.
Step 4: Wait until the LED (s) on your Arlo device become stable upon blinking.
See, if it is working! You can verify it by doing Arlo login.
Still the Same? Relocate Your Arlo Camera
You must try installing your Arlo camera at a moderate temperature. Some cameras may not work in cold weather, but not all of them. Considering your Arlo is amongst those, you may try changing its location.
Take Spare Batteries
At least you can take one spare battery handy so that cold weather doesn’t affect your security. Also, you need to ensure that you charge the battery of your Arlo camera at moderate temperature. The reason is, the batteries of Arlo may give you issues while charging in cold temperature. The batteries of your Arlo device will take charging as soon as it reaches the normal temperature.
Pro Tip: To keep your Arlo safe from cold weather, it is suggested make a box with the rubber front. Why? So that the front of your Arlo security camera sticks out and the rubber will protect it from extreme freezing and chilling temperature.
In simple words, you have to keep the batteries of the camera charged always to keep it hot and well-performing in cold weather.
Now that your Arlo camera is working in cold weather, what you can do to keep its performance up-to-the mark? Don’t think much! We are here to give answers to your queries.
In order to make the most out of your Arlo security camera performance, here are some tips that you can implement. Keep scrolling down!
Update Arlo Camera Firmware
Updating the firmware of your Arlo security camera ensures that its performance will never degrade. So, without thinking much, perform the Arlo firmware update process right away and see a boost in its performance right away.
Opt for WiFi Extender
To make the most out of your Arlo camera, you must opt for a range extender and connect it with the Arlo device. Doing so will allow you access the Arlo app, keep an eye on your loved ones remotely from any nook and cranny of your house. So, without much delay, get a WiFi range extender, connect it with your Arlo camera and see the difference.
Wondering about how to execute the Arlo-extender connection process? Wonder no more! We are at your back! What you have to do:
- Install Arlo secure app
- Sign in using valid login credentials
- Select your Arlo camera
- Navigate to WiFi settings
- From the list, select your extender’s SSID (WiFi network name)
- Connect with it using the WiFi password
In this way, you can connect Arlo camera with your WiFi range extender. In case your Arlo security camera not connecting to extender, then make sure that both the devices are installed within range of each other. If not, consider placing them at a safe distance.
To Conclude
We are now going to wrap up our article. We anticipate that the information we have provided here will help you keeping your Arlo security camera working and well-performing in cold weather.
