As for the Ring video doorbell, mounting this device is quite simple and can be done by a majority of homeowners within half an hour to an hour, depending on their experience and understanding of home improvement. As with any installation, it just takes the right tools and a little time, and you have your smart doorbell installed in no time. Well, in this instructional. We will explain the step-by-step installation of Ring doorbell cameras that are safe for your doorbell camera and your property.

What You'll Need?

Before getting started, make sure you have all the necessary supplies:\

  • Ring video doorbell
  • Power drill with different drill bits
  • Small Philips head screwdriver
  • Pencil
  • Tape measure
  • Level
  • Hammer
  • Wire strippers
  • Voltmeter (optional)

You will also need internet connectivity and download the Ring application. Ensure that your home router is placed in a central area to ensure it feeds an adequate signal to the doorbell area.

Preparing the Doorframe

First, you should pull out your Ring doorbell and try to find the best spot for it based on your door frame. Many people like to install it on the side of the doorway, more specifically, near the main entrance door. Ensure there is sufficient space in the vertical plane and in the horizontal plane to accommodate the doorbell sizes. To ensure that the mounts are placed in the correct position, a tape measure and a level should be used. Just use a small pencil to make a scratch to show where you want the item to be placed.

Take out any existing doorbell you might have present in your house. You will be replacing it with the Ring device. To remove the old doorbell and its mount from the wall, you will need to unscrew them with a Philips head screwdriver. This will reveal two low voltage wires which normally have their color as white and red. Some of those wires you will leave them hanging for some time while some others you will connect later.

Some key things to check at this point: 

  • Ensure that there is no moisture or wooden framing exposed that could hinder the installation or affect the functioning of the Ring product in the long run. Address any issues.
  • Ensure that the supply wires are long enough for you to have some room to maneuver around. If they appear too short, you possibly have to re-enter the wall box and extend more of the cable length.

Installing the Doorbell Mount

These are in the form of a solid wall mount and the corner wedge mount and both are in the box. Choose the right one for your door frame design. Lay the mount on the wall and draw around it to identify the correct positions of the required screw holes. Drill guide holes for each. This is an important step – you should always drill pilot holes to ensure that you do not split the wall material when fastening the screws.

Ensure that all the screws for the mount piece are hammered in tightly but with a little space of 1/8 inch. Do not fully tighten. Slide the Ring doorbell to the mount so that you see that the screw holes are in the right position. Slightly move the objects until all of them are in the correct position. Then fit all the screws and tighten down to the optimum tightness with the screwdriver. Your Ring should now be firmly secured to the wall.

Connecting the Wires

On this, comes the most cumbersome part of wiring your smart doorbell and that wiring. If you have problems at any point in the Ring installation, refer to the Ring installation guide.

First, remove the rear panel of the Ring to expose the internal terminal screws. Cut off approximately 1/2 inch of insulation at the ends of the low-voltage cables coming from your door frame. Twirl the exposed copper tightly.

Connect the white wire with the screw terminal labeled as W while connecting the red wire with the terminal marked as R. Tighten both the wires to the terminals by turning the terminal screws.

Low voltage wiring: If your home does not have existing low voltage wiring, you may need to add some extra effort to connect the power. If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable handling electrical systems, it is best to hire an electrician.

However, for testing purposes, you are free to secure the small battery pack that comes with the Ring doorbell. This will allow it to operate temporarily so you can be sure that all functions are performing well once it is set up. Finally, place the battery into the slot on the back of the device and lock it into position.

Completing the Installation

You're almost finished! Just a few more steps to get online and activate your Ring video doorbell: 

  • Remove all obstacles or any tool that may have been used during the installation process from the area. Tie any protruding wires with the tape in a professional manner. Make sure, your doorbell view is clear in front of you without any kind of interruption.
  • If you have not downloaded the Ring app, do so, as you will need it in the next step. Gather a list of instructions that are easy to follow click on Create an account and sign in. Click on Add A Device and then select the type of Ring product that you have purchased.
  • If you are asked, please, use your smartphone to scan the QR code placed on the side panel of your doorbell. This synchronizes the device with your app account.
  • Set your preferred wi-fi, time zone, motion settings, and other preferences for your phone or tablet. Check that you can see a live video feed from the Ring app.
  • It is also possible to connect the Ring account to Alexa or other smart home platforms, but it is not mandatory. This results in possible voice commands and other methods for accessing video data.
  • Lastly, ensure that the doorbell is well fixed on the wall one final time. To test it, try pressing the button on the device, for example, the phone physically a few times and then check the app. Don't forget to rejoice when everything is done right!

With all those steps done, your Ring video doorbell should now be up and running as planned. You can now track people, record motion events, and interact with guests directly from your phone without any hassle. Appreciate the security and convenience this smart AI extension offers around your house. Contact Ring customer support if any problems arise after installation of the system.

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