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Essential XL

cover the basics with our straightforward wireless security camera

Straightforward security - 365 days a year

Home security you can control from your smartphone. 100% wire-
free and weather resistant, install in minutes for no-fuss protection.

12 month battery life1

Wire-free, no cords or wiring hassles

Clear Details in Full HD2

Record video in 1080p

Weather Resistant

Withstands heat, cold, rain or sun

Motion Alerts

Receive alerts on your phone

Integrated Spotlight

See in colour at night

Connect and control with your favourite smart assistant

Motion detection alerts

365 Days battery charge

Spend less time recharging with 12 months of battery life on one charge.

Simple installation

Simple installation

Set up your camera in a few easy steps thanks to its 100% wireless design. Connect directly to wifi - no base station required.

Weather resistant design

Weather-resistant design

Designed to withstand heat, cold, rain and sun.

2 way noise-cancelling audio

2-way audio

Hear and speak to visitors in real time with high quality audio via the Arlo app or using your smart assistant.

Deter intruders with built-in siren

Deter intruders with built-in siren

Set the siren to sound automatically during an event or trigger it remotely from the app.

Capture clear details in full high definition

Capture clear details in full high definition

Record video in 1080p, and see more of the picture with a 130° viewing angle.

See in colour, even at night
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See in colour, even at night

Ward off intruders and view unique details in colour with the integrated spotlight.

Multiple power options

Motion detection alerts

Take quick action and view live video, sound the siren, or call a friend directly from your phone.

Get more from your security camera with an Arlo service plan

Because we know you’ll love the extra intelligence that an Arlo service plan brings to your cameras, we’ve included a 3-month free trial

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30-Day Video History

View cloud recordings in up to 2K resolution for 30 days.

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Advanced Detection

Receive alerts when people, packages, vehicles or animals appear in your camera’s view.

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Cloud Activity Zones

Create custom activity zones to alert you to motion in only the areas that matter.

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    Total compatibility for more complete home security

    works with apple watch

    Works with Apple Watch

    Receive important Arlo home security alerts on your Apple Watch.

    works with google home hug

    Works with Google Home Hub

    With seamless Arlo Essential integration, Google Home Hub doesn’t just help run your home—it helps protect it.

    works with amazon's alexa

    Works with Amazon's Alexa

    To ensure everything’s secure at home, simply ask Alexa to display your camera’s view on your Echo Show.

       

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      • Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera

        (VMC2032)

      (VMC2032)

      Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera

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      What's included:

      • 1 x Arlo Essential XL Camera
      • 1x Wall Mount & Screw Kit
      • 1x Battery Charging Cabel
      • 1x 1x Quick Start Guide

      Technical Specifications

      Specifications

      • Resolution

        1080p

      • Format

        H264

      • Field of view

        130° diagonal

      • Night Vision

        Illuminates upto 25 feet, Dual 850nm LEDs

      • Zoom

        12x digital zoom

      • Audio

        Speaker and Microphone

      • Range

        Up to 300 feet line of sight

      • Motion Detection

        Single Motion Sensor, 110° horizontal

      • Night Vision

        high powered infrared LEDs (850nm) with IR cut filter

      • Wireless

        Wire-Free motion detection, adjustable upto 23 feet

      • Notification

        Automatic email alerts and push notifications

      • Operating Temperature

        -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C)

      Certifications

      • Regulatory

        FCC, IC, CE

      Dimensions

      • Dimensions

        3.5 x 2.0 x 3.0 in (89 x 52 x 78.4 mm) - .72lb (331g)

      Warranty

      1. Based on usage of 4000 seconds per month, 30 seconds per stream, and day/night event splits 2:1. Will vary with device settings, use, activity captured and environmental factors.
      2. HomeKit compatibility for Arlo Essential requires connection to a compatible SmartHub or Base Station. Visit here for Smart Hub/Base Station compatibility.
      3. Arlo Essential Solar Panel sold separately.
      4. Included power cable can only be used indoors.
      5. All Arlo Essential cameras include 3 months of service; add-on cameras include 3 months of single-cam service. Arlo Smart service not available in certain countries. See www.arlo.com/ArloSmart for details
      6. Arlo Smart includes cloud recordings of video clips at 2K or lower resolution for 30 days. Renewal of an Arlo Smart subscription is required to maintain Arlo Smart features, including cloud storage.