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March 01, 2022

How To Control Your Binghamton Home Security Using Your Smartphone

Nowadays, a home security system has more features than door sensors and security cameras. Your home defense may now involve integrated smoke detectors, smart lights, and a wide array of home automation devices. To manage everything you are able to use your central command touchscreen when you are home. When you’re not on location, you have the ability to control your Binghamton home security with a phone.

Thankfully, the responsive ADT cell phone app makes remote access and scheduling a breeze.

How To Get Started With ADT Control

To begin controlling your Binghamton home security system using your cell phone is by downloading the ADT security app for your mobile device. Once the download is complete, your ADT representative can guide you through the proper settings. When you’ve created your username and password details, you are able to log on using other phones or tablets. If you want to activate your system, press the shield icon. You can also access all components from your phone, including smart lights and locks, surveillance systems, and sensors.

Access Your System From Any Location

A home security app on your cell phone gives you the ability to control components throughout your home with an easy tap of your finger. Did you fail to secure the front door when leaving for the day? All you have to do is access ADT Control. You are able to set your alarm, view cameras, adjust the lights, increase or decrease your HVAC, by using the correct icon inside the app. You will stay connected with immediate updates on your phone in the event any of your security devices are triggered.

Improve Your View

If you control your Binghamton home security system with your phone, you can enjoy a real-time view of your residence and surroundings wherever a camera is operating. Access live views from your surveillance system right from your cell phone, and keep short video snapshots or still images, and watch lengthier segments as you wish. In the event guests stop at your house – the mail person, an Amazon or Grubhub driver, or a family member -- just use the two-way talk capability to talk with them.

Increase Functionality With Scheduling And Geofencing

By using the primary menu, you will enjoy access to a range of modern features. Schedule your smart thermostat, door and window sensors, lighting, and anything else you like by creating a custom scene. Here, you can program how devices interact with each other, and when you would like them to engage or turn off. Make a nighttime scene that shuts down the downstairs smart bulbs, activates the exterior entry light, reduces the comfort levels, and activates your alarm system. Next, you can customize a start-your-day scene that reverts the settings when it’s time to get out of bed.

If you would like even more control, you could allow geo-services from the main hub or the app. By doing so, you can have your property
secure itself by locking the doors, switching off the smart lights, and engaging your security alarm when you depart for work. When you arrive from a long day’s work, your home will spring to action by automatically putting up the garage door and turning off your alarm.

Take Advantage Of ADT Control In Binghamton With One Simple Phone Call

You can finally leave your property with confidence as you know your home is [[safer|more secure|better protected] than it’s ever been. All you have to do is reach out to (607) 204-9052 or submit the following form and a one of our security specialists will assist you in designing the perfect home security system for your unique needs -- complete with ADT Control.