Alarm.com for Android Auto

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Alarm.com for Android Auto gives Android users with a seamless connection to Alarm.com smart home and security controls right from their car’s built-in display.

Android Auto’s simple and safer-to-use interface helps users drive with fewer distractions so they can be focused on the road ahead while still keeping tabs at home. With just a tap, activate Home and Away Scenes, as well as open and close the integrated garage door for easy, on-the-go automation. Additionally, can stay in the know while on the move with on-screen, real-time alerts of important system activity and reminders.

Features

• Scenes
  • Home and Away scenes are available for all versions
  • User created scenes are available on Customer app version 5.7.4+
• Garage door commands (i.e., Open and Close)
• Notifications (i.e., Pending alarm, Alarm, Arming reminder, and location-based notifications)
• Customizable access to Scenes and commands

A Z-Wave, Genie, or other non-Chamberlain garage controller is required to use garage door commands using Android Auto™. myQ is not compatible. Use the Ecolink Z-Wave Garage Controller control MyQ garage doors with Alarm.com for Apple CarPlay.*

Requirements

• A residential service account
• A compatible Android phone
• Alarm.com Customer app with version 5.0.0+
• A compatible vehicle or stereo system

Android Auto is supported in most 2018 car models or newer. For cars without Android Auto pre-installed, you can use Android Auto using a portable car display.

How to Integrate and Use Alarm.com for Android Auto

How to Integrate and Use Alarm.com for Android Auto

Android Auto allows users to perform customizable Scenes, control garage doors, and receive important on-screen alerts while they are on the road. Connect to Android Auto Verify you are logged in to the Alarm.com mobile app. Connect the Android phone to the compatible car display using Bluetooth or a USB cable. Depending on the car, the phone will either connect automatically or the Android Auto™ app icon will appear on the car display. Tap the Alarm.com Logo on the Android Auto home screen […

Frequently Asked Questions

I cannot access the Alarm.com app on Android Auto. What do I do?

If the user is not logged in on Alarm.com app, a request prompt will appear instructing the user to sign in on the app. No notifications will be sent to the user’s phone. The user must manually open the app and log in.

I cannot access my devices on the Android Auto Alarm.com Customer app. What do I do?

There are a few reasons why the user logs in but cannot access any functionality using Android Auto. This could be caused by the account not having a garage door device set up, the user is experiencing interactive lock-out, or the user does not have the appropriate permissions.

Can I use split-screen with Android Auto?

No. The Alarm.com app and associated branded apps cannot currently be displayed using Android Auto’s split-screen user interface functionality.

Is there a light mode option for Android Auto?

No. Only dark mode is available.

Can I use the Customer app while using Android Auto?

Yes. When the Alarm.com app is open on Android Auto, the mobile app can also be used. When a user performs a command on their phone, the actions will be reflected appropriately on Android Auto.

I’m getting an error on Android Auto. What do I do?

When errors occur, there are two toasts that could appear.

1. An error occurred. Please log in again displays when the user needs to log in again.
2. An unexpected error occurred. Please try again displays when the user needs to perform an action again.

Error toasts only appear when the Alarm.com app is open and they display for about 3 seconds.

Does Android Auto update in real-time?

Yes. Android Auto is compatible with real-time updates. Real-time updates should still be running when the Android Auto Alarm.com app is in the background.