Next-Gen Outdoor Security Camera

FAQs

• How can an outdoor security camera improve my home security?

  An Alarm.com 4MP Wi‑Fi Spotlight Camera helps protect your home perimeter with real‑time monitoring and smart alerts. Powered by AI‑driven Video Analytics, it can distinguish between people, vehicles, and animals — so you only get the information that matters. If someone approaches your driveway at night, the built‑in spotlight and Perimeter Guard® audio alert can activate instantly, deterring intruders before they reach your door.

• What should I look for in an outdoor security camera?

  Look for a camera that combines high‑quality imaging with proactive security features. The V730 delivers crystal‑clear 4MP resolution, spotlight‑enhanced color night vision, and two‑way audio so you can talk to visitors directly. Customizable detection zones and notification settings help you capture important events without being flooded with unnecessary alerts.

• How does the outdoor camera deter unwanted visitors?

  The V730 actively deters unwanted visitors using its integrated spotlight and a powerful speaker powered by Perimeter Guard®. When its Video Analytics detects a person in a restricted area, the camera can automatically flash its light and play a warning tone or pre-recorded message. This makes it clear your property is being actively monitored.

  For even more advanced protection, you can add:

  • AI Deterrence (AID): Uses advanced AI to deliver a live, custom verbal warning based on what the camera sees, such as a person’s clothing color or location (e.g., “You in the red shirt, you are being recorded”).

  • Remote Video Monitoring (RVM): Provides 24/7 professional security monitoring, where live agents can assess alerts and intervene when a person or vehicle is detected, or when an alarm is triggered.
• Where should I put outdoor security cameras?

  For the best coverage, install cameras at key approaches to your property. Good locations include: front doors and porches; driveways and garages; side gates and walkways; and any path with regular foot traffic. Placing the V730 on your front porch, for example, lets the spotlight illuminate visitors, makes audio deterrence easy to hear, and captures crisp, detailed footage of all activity.

• Do outdoor security cameras record all the time?

  Yes! The V730 offers two options for 24/7 continuous recording: directly to an onboard microSD card or to an Alarm.com Stream Video Recorder (SVR). Video is stored securely and encrypted, so you can review footage anytime through the app or website — whether you’re confirming a delivery or investigating suspicious activity.

• What is the difference between a spotlight camera and a floodlight camera?

  A spotlight camera, like the V730, concentrates bright light on a specific area — such as an entryway or narrow path — for focused deterrence with minimal light spill. A floodlight camera, like the ADC‑V729, casts a broader, wide‑beam light that covers large spaces such as backyards or driveways for maximum coverage.

• Features:
  • Video: 2688 x 1520 pixels
  • Field of view: 129º horizontal, 68º vertical
  • Detection: Person, Animal, Vehicle, and Familiar Vehicles
  • Audio: Two-way audio, built-in siren
  • Deterrence: LED response, audio response, AI Deterrence*
  • Local Recording: Supports encrypted recording to microSD card – up to one TB

  *separate add-on

• Power and Connectivity:
  • Wi-Fi Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11b/g/n/ac/ax)
  • Power: 100-240V AC
  • Included Power Adapter: 12V – 1.5A DC Adapter
• Installation:
  • Minimum Operating Temperature: -40º (-50ºC)
  • Dimensions: 4.8 x 3.1 x 3.1” (12.2 x 7.8 x 7.8 cm)
  • IP Rating: IP66