Vivint Security Cameras that Whistle

When it comes to home security systems, most surveillance cameras only do one thing—record. While that can be helpful after an incident, it doesn’t always stop problems before they happen. This is especially true if cameras are difficult to see and don’t act as a visual deterrent.

Vivint smart home systems take a different approach with a lineup of smart home cameras that don’t just watch your home—these cameras that whistle actively help protect it thanks to a feature called Smart Deter.

Read on to find out how these cameras work, and how Smart Deter uses chimes and whistles to send lurkers and would-be troublemakers running.

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Vivint system security cameras

The VIvint Doorbell Camera Pro, Outdoor Camera Pro, and Spotlight Pro all come equipped with Smart Deter, an intelligent feature that includes whistling, designed to scare off lurkers and potential threats before they ever make it to your doorstep.

Each one is designed for a different part of your home, but together they create a comprehensive security solution. And while each camera covers a different location and has different functionality, they share some common features:

• Remote monitoring and control via the Vivint app. Access all of your cameras from a single location on your Vivint app. You can answer your door, speak to someone on your property via two-way talk, and view footage in real time or access your recordings, all from a single location.
• Two-way talk. Whether you’re answering the door via your doorbell camera or viewing outdoor camera footage on your Smart Hub, all cameras feature two-way talk, so you can not only see, but hear and speak to people.
• Professional installation. No need to DIY—all Vivint systems come with professional installation, so you’ll have the peace of mind of knowing your cameras will be installed correctly and working as they should.
• HD video. Vivint cameras boast clear, high resolution HD video so you can clearly see who (or what) is on your property.
• Video storage. For a monthly fee, Vivint also provides video storage via Playback DVR. Unlike local storage, which requires a micro SD card for your cameras, Playback DVR uses cloud storage for your footage. You can store up to 10 days of continuous footage, then easily access and share clips from your phone.
• Professional monitoring. When part of a complete Vivint smart home automation system, all Vivint systems come with 24/7 professional monitoring. So if you spot something questionable on your cameras or an alarm is triggered, you have peace of mind knowing the monitoring center is on it.

The Doorbell Camera Pro and Outdoor Camera Pro also share another feature—Smart Deter. Before we dive into what each camera does, let’s look at Smart Deter and what makes it so special:

What is Smart Deter?

The Smart Deter features uses AI enhanced with computer vision chip technology for person detection, package detection, and for warding off potential thieves. It intuitively distinguishes between normal, every day activity (such as a neighbor walking a dog or a package delivery dropped off on the porch) and someone hanging out a little too long in front of your home or on your property.

If Smart Deter identifies a lurker on your property or potential porch pirate on your doorstep, it kicks into action. A bright LED light around the camera is activated and a 90dB speaker plays a tone that sounds like a loud whistle, alerting the lurker and letting them know they’ve been spotted—and they’re on camera.

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Vivint video Doorbell Camera Pro

The Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro takes the smart doorbell to the next level. This battery-powered camera boasts 1664p HDR resolution for crystal clear video quality, crisp night vision, two-way audio, and a 180-degree field of view—the tallest and widest of any doorbell cam. You can also answer your front door via the Smart Home app, the same app you receive your notifications on.

But what makes the Doorbell Camera Pro the best video doorbell is Smart Deter. Smart Deter is also a standout feature for this camera. It can identify when a delivery is made, then sends notifications to your phone to let you know if your package has arrived. Not only that, it can identify potential porch pirates and ward them off with a whistle and lighting feature.

You can have fun with your doorbell camera too with customizable doorbell chimes—change them for the holidays or whenever you want to try something new.

Check out what one happy Vivint user had to say about the Outdoor Camera Pro:

"I love my Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro (Gen 2)! It captures every view so clearly, giving me peace of mind that nothing is missed. And honestly and who doesn’t love the whistle feature when someone at the door? It’s such a fun and unique touch that also adds extra security. This camera makes me feel safer and more confident about protecting my home. Definitely recommend!

Adilene Perez

Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro

Outdoor cameras act as an extra set of eyes around your property, helping you monitor areas while also acting as a visual deterrent. Its 4K HDR, military-grade image sensor and enhanced night vision captures clear video day and night. It’s also weatherproof, so it works if you’re in the middle of the summer in Arizona or a blizzard in New York.

When it comes to connectivity, outdoor wifi cameras can sometimes be sluggish if they’re too far from a router, and hardwired cameras can be pricey and difficult to install.The Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro comes equipped with a hybrid connection, helping ensure your images are crisp and connectivity is reliable.

With smart person detection, the Outdoor Camera Pro distinguishes people from pets or passing cars, helping reduce false alarms. And if it does spot a lurker? That’s where Smart Deter comes in. The camera plays a loud whistle and illuminates the LED ring, so anyone lurking on your property knows they’ve been spotted.

Vivint Spotlight Pro

One of the most effective way to deter criminals is through a well-lit area. The Vivint Spotlight Pro is a smart outdoor spotlight designed to do a lot more than a typical floodlight. Most spotlights use motion detection to shine a light if someone (or something) comes within the sensor’s range. Rather than simply turning on when motion is detected, the Vivint Spotlight Pro works in tandem with the Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro to intelligently detect, track, and deter unwanted visitors with advanced person detection.

Using an advanced Computer Image Chip and upgraded image detector, the Spotlight Pro can detect when people are on your property. From there, it starts to follow them. And if they linger too long, the Spotlight Pro kicks into action—it plays an intense lighting pattern to both illuminate and draw attention to the lurker. Your Outdoor Pro springs into action too, activating Smart Deter to play a loud whistling chime and draw attention to the camera via the LED light ring.

Benefits of cameras that whistle

Cameras that play sounds like chimes (like The Vivint doorbell camera that whistles) when someone approaches aren’t just smart—they’re strategic. Take a look at a few of the benefits these cameras provide:

• Prevention. Vivint smart home cameras that play chimes go beyond just recording—they prevent crime. Rather than blending into the background, Smart Deter calls attention to the camera, letting the lurker, porch pirate, or would-be criminal know they’ve been spotted and they’re being recorded.
• Psychological deterrent. Property crimes—like theft, break-ins, or vandalism—are more often than not crimes of opportunity, meaning the thief has a chance to get what they want quickly without being noticed. A doorbell camera that whistles startles lurkers and calls attention to them—exactly what they don’t want.
• Notifications. Homeowners are notified of activity via their app, so they can assess the situation and take action, whether that’s speaking through two-way voice or contacting authorities.
• Confrontation-free protection. Cameras that whistle mean homeowners don’t need to intervene or even be home for their home to be protected. Because the camera (and Spotlight Pro) take action, they often scare the lurker away, so you don’t need to intervene.

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Frequently asked security camera questions

Let’s take a look at some common questions about cameras that whistle:

What security camera whistles at you?

Vivint sells security cameras that whistle. The Doorbell Camera Pro and Outdoor Camera Pro have Smart Deter technology, which whistles at lurkers to let them know they’re being recorded.

What is Vivint Smart Deter?

With their computer vision chips, the Outdoor Camera Pro and Doorbell Camera Pro offer enhanced Smart Deter to keep an eye on the area you define. If someone is detected and lingers too long, your camera plays a loud whistle and illuminates its LED ring, letting the lurker know they’ve been spotted.

Are security cameras that whistle worth it?

There are different types of security cameras that fit just about every budget. Professionally-monitored security cameras that come with special features like whistling, chimes, or playing light patterns are typically more expensive than cameras that blend into the background and simply record. But are they worth it?

While there are plenty of benefits that come with a security camera that plays sounds on approach, perhaps the most important benefit—and the one that makes them well worth it—is peace of mind. Homeowners have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that no matter whether you’re sleeping at home, at work for the day, or away on vacation, your cameras aren’t just watching and recording—they’re actively protecting your home, night and day.

Ready to start protecting your home with the smartest security cameras on the market? Contact us at 855.822.1220 and start customizing your system today.