diy security install
diy security install
Smart home security improvement that’s quick and easy
Have Homelife Automation?
Have Homelife Automation?
Visit the Automation DIY Install page to learn about installing your devices.
Add more smart to your home
Add more smart to your home
Shop Homelife for new smart devices and we’ll ship them right to you. All you have to do is install and pair your devices with the Homelife Hub. It’s that simple.
Devices you can install yourself
Devices you can install yourself
Make your smart home even smarter with some new gadgets you can set up. Here are a few tips and tricks to make it easier.
Smart LED Light Bulbs
Smart LED Light Bulbs
Go ahead, forget to turn the lights off. Now you can dim lights or turn them on/off in a tap from anywhere. How to install Smart LED Light Bulbs.
Smart Plugs
Smart Plugs
Turn your lamp or small appliance into a smart device just by plugging it in and controlling it with the Homelife app. How to install Smart Plugs.
Smart Door Locks
Smart Door Locks
Lose your keys? No big deal. Now you can lock or unlock your doors wherever. How to install Smart Door Locks.
HD Cameras
HD Cameras
Keep an eye on your home and everything in it with these crystal-clear indoor HD Cameras. How to install HD Cameras.
installing smart lights
installing smart lights
How to install Smart LED Light Bulbs
Follow these steps to shed a little light on installation. Check requirements before you begin:
Turn off the lightbulb you want to replace, then replace the new bulb
Turn on the light. When it begins pulsing, it’s in pairing mode. You’ll have 3 minutes to complete the pairing
On your Touchscreen Control Panel, press Settings and enter your 4-digit master keypad code
From the Settings menu, select Home Devices > Lighting > Add Lights
Press Next to begin the pairing process. Once the Smart Bulb is found, the light on the screen will become solid
When the Dimmable Light icon appears, pairing is complete and you can press Done
installing smart plugs
installing smart plugs
How to set up Smart Plugs
Time to get your plugs ready to pair. Check requirements before starting:
On your Touchscreen Control Panel, press Settings and enter your 4-digit master keypad code
From Settings, select Home Devices > Lighting > Add Lights, then press Next
Once the Smart Plug is found, the blue light on the plug will become solid
When the On/Off light icon appears, pairing is complete and press Done
installing smart door locks
installing smart door locks
How to install Smart Door Locks
Get full control of your door locks in a few steps. Check the requirements and door compatibility before you begin:
On your Touchscreen Control Panel, press Settings and enter your 4-digit master keypad code
From the Settings menu, select Home Devices > Door Locks > Add Door Lock, then press Next
Press the A button on your door lock four times to put it into pairing mode
When the Door Lock icon appears on the Touchscreen, pairing is complete and press Done
Learn more troubleshooting tips for installing Smart Door Locks
installing hd cameras
installing hd cameras
How to install HD Cameras
For detailed camera installation instructions click here.
Want to keep an extra eye on home? Check requirements and start setting up a new camera:
On your Touchscreen Control Panel, press Settings and enter your 4-digit master keypad code
From the Settings menu, select Home Devices > Cameras > Add a Camera, then press Next
Follow the prompts to conduct a network test, and press Next. Then press Next again
On the Locating Camera screen, the connected camera will appear
Press Accept to begin pairing and press Next when pairing is complete
On the Edit New Camera screen, tap the Camera Name field and enter a new name. Then press Done
Learn more troubleshooting tips for installing cameras
using the homelife app
using the homelife app
Start smart with the app
Open the Homelife app to set up your smart lights, cameras, plugs and more. Just log in with your Homelife Username and Password to pair. See supported devices.
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