I purchased this kit from Amazon not realising it was a din rail transformer but fortunately I have the knowledge to know what to do but I will be pointing prospective buyers to this excellent video so they can decide if it is for them.
Attaching the doorbell to the mount is a little difficult but once it locks into place it seems extremely sturdy. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxxHZwMa8CsRjYhf9s4W8w0Dwm47uytWOp I replaced my regular doorbell with this and hard wired it in, using my existing wires and mechanical chime. It works perfect so far and integrates perfectly with my blink camera system. It also works seamlessly with Alexa
Probably the best video on how to install the Ring Pro if you didnt have a pre existing door bell, however also a bad video because you dont actually show how it was done, you just stated it.
I have used bell cable and cannot get it working. I am really glad I watched yr vid. It is just so confusing watching all the vids showing bell cable. Thanks for quick response 👍
The US version does not come with any of the parts needed to install without a pre-existing doorbell. Consequently, I burned out 3 transformers before I figured out I had to order the separate pro install kit and wait for that to arrive before installation. Ring should include their custom transformer with the US Ring Pro as well. Thank you for the info. To US watchers, please note that his procedure won't work for installation in the US because critical parts are not included with the Ring Pro in the US.
How did you set up the fire 7 to show a live feed when the ring is pressed? Is that a standard feature of the app? Would love to know before i purchase as this is a feature i would want
Apologies for the basic question... to get the power off your light switch, did you cut in to the light switch cables and run an additional two cables behind the wall for your doorbell transformer? How did you get the 2 cables from the light switch to the transformer?
We didn’t cut any cables but just fed the power from the light switch into a terminal block and spilt the power. One into the light switch and the other into a cable leading up to the transformer. We had an electrician do this, as we didn’t know. The other from the transformer (the 24 volt end) into the doorbell.
@@digitalconnoisseur7730 Ah so you installed a terminal block behind the light switch! I can see that in the video now. Then one cable from the terminal to the light switch (to restore light switch connectivity) And then another cable going from the terminal to the transformer. Makes a lot more sense now! Thank you.
Interesting video as I’am thinking of buying the pro because it’s all smaller than the ring 2. So just to be clear you wire from the light switch to the transformer and then wire from the transformer to the ring doorbell? thanks for the video.
Brilliant video. Got one question. If I brought the Byron mechanical doorbell from screwfix and want to add it to the mix. Where and how would I wire it if I hyperthetically have the exact same set up as your video. Would it be wired in series to one of the wires between transformer and ring ? If so... Wouldnt that keep the mechanical doorbell constantly ringing. Sorry for the long question.
It should be possible if you find a doorbell that runs on 24v, the same as the ring. I have seen online some people having issues linking a mechanical doorbell. Id contact ring directly to answer this.
How did you get the cable from the transformer thats installed high up to the hole outside for the ring pro, im trying to do this myself but need to understand how you ran the cable through the cavity wall....cheers.
With great difficulty. Had to make a number of channels through the pasterboard when the cable hit the dabs of plaster. Once it was all connected we had to fill up the holes and re paint and sand the walls.
It wasn't needed as we didn't have an existing doorbell to bypass. This was a fresh installation where there was no doorbell or wiring. Hope this helps
@@digitalconnoisseur7730 definitely helped Thank you however when I rang ring uk i was informed that it should be installed in series with the transformer to maintain sufficient current required for the door bell to function properly in one instruction a resistor is used. It is bit confusing. Shall i just go ahead and install as shown in your video.
That's correct if you want a door bell to ring if your house already has one. Ours had no doorbell, wiring or chime. This meant we didn't need those parts as the transformer was all we needed. For sound in the house, we use the ring chime that came with the ring doorbell box.
I believe we got it from screwfix. I can’t find the exact one but it was something like this. www.screwfix.com/p/crabtree-starbreaker-4-module-2-way-part-populated-main-switch-consumer-unit/9964p We used a two module box not the four one in the link above. eBay will also have the smaller ones too.
Thanks for the swift response although didn't end up using the box but instead used an IP rated junction box with some wagos for the earth. Thank you for the instructional video, it definitely was useful. Great stuff on the channel too, keep it up!
Thank you for your very nice tutorial video! Very cool, I have a question, did you require a wired chime to install this doorbell, or the chime that we hear in the inside is the one provided with the doorbell pro?
Digital Connoisseur thank you for your response. But I mean the chime we hear inside the house... is it one previously wired already or just the one that comes with the doorbell?
You can have both I believe. In the instructions it shows you how to wire in a traditional chime. Mine didn’t have one of these so I needed to use the ring one. It’s a great device.
Apologies for asking a daft question but just wanted full clarity before wiring my new pro in. I have just had my house re-wired including a low voltage supply specifically for the door bell. Am I correct in thinking I can place the ring specific RCD in my consumer unit on this supply and run the wire directly into the ring pro? No resistors no power kit/bypass kit required? (I do not have an existing doorbell system) There is little regarding this on the official website at least I can’t find it Thank you in advance 👍
If there is a low voltage supply and wire for a door bell, it may work off those if it's 24v and has the amps the doorbell needs. Minimum 16 volt ac is needed. Check this out support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000115323-Troubleshooting-Insufficient-Power-Issues-with-Ring-Video-Doorbell-Pro
Thanks for the reply I have a clean supply running to a single 3 pin plug in the roof space above the door My plan is to change the transformer over at the consumer unit and to replace the socket with a junction box and extend the required cables to the bell location
Can I ask why you have not used a bell cable? I'm installing a similar door bell but unsure what kind of cable to use. Most of the videos I've watched I see people using a bell cable.
@@digitalconnoisseur7730 after some research ring recommends using an 18 gauge cable but also a 16 or even a 20 gauge cable is usuable. This equates to (0.75mm twin 20gauge), (1mm twin 18gauge) or (1.5mm twin 16gauge). It's better I think than using a bell wire which I don't think meets the requirements. So you've done the right thing, better to get it correct the first time around. Great job!!!👍
I believe there is a resistor in the box for the door bell bypass (normal vhime doorbell) if you want to use a standard chime. The transformer was all we used.
I didn’t have a door bell or wire in the house. This was a fresh installation. We used twin and earth to wire the doorbell, can’t remember the size.l but 1.5mm seems about right.
@@Maxfield2571 ok then write to the ceo jamie i think his name is the guy who invented the ring doorbell and inform him that you are not happy with the product and what has gone on ,my mate did this and was sent a new ring pro and transformer .
The ring chime is easy to set up. You plug it into the wall and through the app you add the device itself. The ring app will then sync the doorbell to the chime.
The electric side of things can be difficult, if you don’t know what you are doing. We got a professional to fit it for us. Ring have launched a camera that’s much easier to install en-uk.ring.com/products/door-view-cam
Worst customer service ever! They sell you products they don’t have in stock, then give you the runaround, tell you they can’t authorise a refund, promise to escalate the issue and email you within 48hrs......never happens. Start again! Scammers!
Seriously, you can’t connect to the generic power supply to the original bell because this ring door bell is not compatible as it uses ac power? So you have to get a pro electrician to do all this faffing around to connect to a constant power supply🥴🤣🤪👎. Thanks for informing me. What a load of shite.
You say in the video you connected the mains supply to the plug socket....you actually connected it to the light switch utilising the Neutral at the back of the box via a connector. I am a professional Electrician. The way you have connected the mains for this door bell transformer is very wrong and unprofessional. Where is the means of Isolation for the transformer?? Also a lighting circuit is 6 Amps, why didn't you use a fused spur and reduce the fuse to a 2 Amp to protect the transformer?? If I come across an installation like this I would disconnect immediately and wire this properly and safely in accordance with current wiring regulations!!! Public beware!!!
I purchased this kit from Amazon not realising it was a din rail transformer but fortunately I have the knowledge to know what to do but I will be pointing prospective buyers to this excellent video so they can decide if it is for them.
Thanks for this, as I was (foolishly) going to try and install this myself, until I watched this.
If in case someone removed the doorbell and short circuut the wires, is there a protective device to prevent the transforner from burning?
Attaching the doorbell to the mount is a little difficult but once it locks into place it seems extremely sturdy. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxxHZwMa8CsRjYhf9s4W8w0Dwm47uytWOp I replaced my regular doorbell with this and hard wired it in, using my existing wires and mechanical chime. It works perfect so far and integrates perfectly with my blink camera system. It also works seamlessly with Alexa
One of the most informative videos so far, all clear and logical steps,
Probably the best video on how to install the Ring Pro if you didnt have a pre existing door bell, however also a bad video because you dont actually show how it was done, you just stated it.
Yeah I should have mentioned the terminal block use a bit more in detail. Will update the description with that info.
Thank you for saving me money by realizing I shouldn’t buy this 😂😂
I have used bell cable and cannot get it working. I am really glad I watched yr vid.
It is just so confusing watching all the vids showing bell cable.
Thanks for quick response 👍
Great video, nice tip adding the eyelids to the wires for better connection
Thank you. This was very thorough. I will be using your tips this weekend when I install my system.
What if water gets in at the back where the wires are connected?
Brilliant video, I would happily pay you to install this for me Haha really tidy job. Well done.
Can't see where you installed the bypass we couldn't see that bit in the video? Please can you explain that part. Thanks
Helen S watch the ring installation video in uk it’s more clear
How are you powering it off an existing light switch?
Makes perfect sense to me now after watching this. Nice instructional video.
Very good video
The US version does not come with any of the parts needed to install without a pre-existing doorbell. Consequently, I burned out 3 transformers before I figured out I had to order the separate pro install kit and wait for that to arrive before installation. Ring should include their custom transformer with the US Ring Pro as well. Thank you for the info.
To US watchers, please note that his procedure won't work for installation in the US because critical parts are not included with the Ring Pro in the US.
How did you set up the fire 7 to show a live feed when the ring is pressed? Is that a standard feature of the app?
Would love to know before i purchase as this is a feature i would want
My transformer is humming loudly, how is your one?
I'm guessing your light switch has a neutral wire? Thats why you were able to do this?
you need 2 wires, no ground wire. + and neutral
Yes even my wife said that's wrong. They also later on said plug socket
I have a ring doorbell pro and none of these items look similar to the one I found in the package. I have no idea what I'm doing.
Thank you very much very helpful
you mention a austrilian plug as US plug!
Apologies for the basic question... to get the power off your light switch, did you cut in to the light switch cables and run an additional two cables behind the wall for your doorbell transformer?
How did you get the 2 cables from the light switch to the transformer?
We didn’t cut any cables but just fed the power from the light switch into a terminal block and spilt the power. One into the light switch and the other into a cable leading up to the transformer. We had an electrician do this, as we didn’t know. The other from the transformer (the 24 volt end) into the doorbell.
@@digitalconnoisseur7730 Ah so you installed a terminal block behind the light switch! I can see that in the video now.
Then one cable from the terminal to the light switch (to restore light switch connectivity)
And then another cable going from the terminal to the transformer.
Makes a lot more sense now! Thank you.
Can bell wire be used from the transformer to the bell push, or is it not man enough for this unit?
I have got everything except the 4 things on the right side of the video at 0.34 I was wondering where can I buy them pieces at
All the items shown came in the ring doorbell box. If you are missing some items you may have to contact ring direct to ship them to you.
What is the drill bit size that you use for the cable through the wall?
well it helping in the us too.
Interesting video as I’am thinking of buying the pro because it’s all smaller than the ring 2. So just to be clear you wire from the light switch to the transformer and then wire from the transformer to the ring doorbell? thanks for the video.
Yes the power comes off the light switch via a terminal block up to the transformer. It’s turned into 24v and down to the ring doorbell.
What about the bypass? I've been told I have to wire it if using the transformer
Why didn't you show the chime?
Brilliant video. Got one question. If I brought the Byron mechanical doorbell from screwfix and want to add it to the mix. Where and how would I wire it if I hyperthetically have the exact same set up as your video. Would it be wired in series to one of the wires between transformer and ring ? If so... Wouldnt that keep the mechanical doorbell constantly ringing. Sorry for the long question.
It should be possible if you find a doorbell that runs on 24v, the same as the ring. I have seen online some people having issues linking a mechanical doorbell. Id contact ring directly to answer this.
How did you get the cable from the transformer thats installed high up to the hole outside for the ring pro, im trying to do this myself but need to understand how you ran the cable through the cavity wall....cheers.
With great difficulty. Had to make a number of channels through the pasterboard when the cable hit the dabs of plaster. Once it was all connected we had to fill up the holes and re paint and sand the walls.
Can you please explain why the small white doorbell bypass kit not used in your video. Thank you
It wasn't needed as we didn't have an existing doorbell to bypass. This was a fresh installation where there was no doorbell or wiring. Hope this helps
@@digitalconnoisseur7730 definitely helped Thank you however when I rang ring uk i was informed that it should be installed in series with the transformer to maintain sufficient current required for the door bell to function properly in one instruction a resistor is used. It is bit confusing. Shall i just go ahead and install as shown in your video.
That's correct if you want a door bell to ring if your house already has one. Ours had no doorbell, wiring or chime. This meant we didn't need those parts as the transformer was all we needed. For sound in the house, we use the ring chime that came with the ring doorbell box.
Thank you very much I will just go ahead install.
Digital Connoisseur is your still working mine went off after a week
Hey, great video - will attempt this today. Where did you get the mcb box from ?
I believe we got it from screwfix. I can’t find the exact one but it was something like this. www.screwfix.com/p/crabtree-starbreaker-4-module-2-way-part-populated-main-switch-consumer-unit/9964p
We used a two module box not the four one in the link above. eBay will also have the smaller ones too.
Thanks for the swift response although didn't end up using the box but instead used an IP rated junction box with some wagos for the earth.
Thank you for the instructional video, it definitely was useful. Great stuff on the channel too, keep it up!
Thank you for your very nice tutorial video! Very cool, I have a question, did you require a wired chime to install this doorbell, or the chime that we hear in the inside is the one provided with the doorbell pro?
The chime is built into the plug speaker it comes with.
Digital Connoisseur thank you for your response. But I mean the chime we hear inside the house... is it one previously wired already or just the one that comes with the doorbell?
You can have both I believe. In the instructions it shows you how to wire in a traditional chime. Mine didn’t have one of these so I needed to use the ring one. It’s a great device.
Apologies for asking a daft question but just wanted full clarity before wiring my new pro in.
I have just had my house re-wired including a low voltage supply specifically for the door bell.
Am I correct in thinking I can place the ring specific RCD in my consumer unit on this supply and run the wire directly into the ring pro?
No resistors no power kit/bypass kit required? (I do not have an existing doorbell system)
There is little regarding this on the official website at least I can’t find it
Thank you in advance
👍
If there is a low voltage supply and wire for a door bell, it may work off those if it's 24v and has the amps the doorbell needs. Minimum 16 volt ac is needed.
Check this out
support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000115323-Troubleshooting-Insufficient-Power-Issues-with-Ring-Video-Doorbell-Pro
Using the ring transformer in the consumer unit will sort out the low voltage issue and save you hacking apart your wall, like I had to...
Thanks for the reply I have a clean supply running to a single 3 pin plug in the roof space above the door
My plan is to change the transformer over at the consumer unit and to replace the socket with a junction box and extend the required cables to the bell location
Can I ask why you have not used a bell cable? I'm installing a similar door bell but unsure what kind of cable to use. Most of the videos I've watched I see people using a bell cable.
The bell cable would have been I better choice. Sadly I didn’t have one handy.
@@digitalconnoisseur7730 after some research ring recommends using an 18 gauge cable but also a 16 or even a 20 gauge cable is usuable. This equates to (0.75mm twin 20gauge), (1mm twin 18gauge) or (1.5mm twin 16gauge). It's better I think than using a bell wire which I don't think meets the requirements.
So you've done the right thing, better to get it correct the first time around. Great job!!!👍
What kind of tool do you use to crimp those eyelets?
Thanks for the video, do we need any resistor for hard wiring?
I believe there is a resistor in the box for the door bell bypass (normal vhime doorbell) if you want to use a standard chime. The transformer was all we used.
I have watched Vloggs that show a bell wire to ring door bell outside and you are using what looks like twin and earth 1.5mm.
I am confused
Help
I didn’t have a door bell or wire in the house. This was a fresh installation.
We used twin and earth to wire the doorbell, can’t remember the size.l but 1.5mm seems about right.
I have a ring pro, that I can no longer talk through. Works in all the other ways.
Have you tried de-powering it or reinstalling it? Ring themselves might be able to help otherwise.
you need to speak to ring for them to diagnose the problem.
We have been calling them over the last 6 months and they still can't get it to work
@@Maxfield2571 ok then write to the ceo jamie i think his name is the guy who invented the ring doorbell and inform him that you are not happy with the product and what has gone on ,my mate did this and was sent a new ring pro and transformer .
Can the doorbell chime volume be reduced or muted so that the chime is only played indoors?
If you look in the device settings for the doorbell. There is a ringer volume option in the General settings.
Thanks!
Hi. Where did you get the MCP cover box from, we are struggling to find one just like yours. Thanks!
Matt Riz TLC and toolstation around 3£
Can you post a link as to where I can purchase this box please. Many thank
craigeastoe here is link from TLC direct ---. www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/WYESE2.html
craigeastoe and here is link from tool station.com www.toolstation.com/wylex-2-module-enclosure/p31929
craigeastoe I hope you can sort it now
Video skips things. Can’t work out what to do with this video
So you took power from switch, and then socket
The power was just from the light switch
How did you connect the shime
The ring chime is easy to set up. You plug it into the wall and through the app you add the device itself. The ring app will then sync the doorbell to the chime.
THERE WAS ALREADY A EXISTING DOOR BELL I SAW IT.
What you are talking about looks like what I have - a wireless doorbell (battery operated with a plug in ring tone).
I hate that I would have to buy a phone to do all this. Why can't it connect through my pc.
support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000117563-Windows-10-Devices-and-the-Ring-App
I watched the video and I still don’t know how to do it.
Seems to be saying you need to know what to do to install something like this
The electric side of things can be difficult, if you don’t know what you are doing. We got a professional to fit it for us. Ring have launched a camera that’s much easier to install
en-uk.ring.com/products/door-view-cam
Every video on youtube is the same, completely ignores how the wiring is hidden in walls. I just imagine cables hanging
Worst customer service ever! They sell you products they don’t have in stock, then give you the runaround, tell you they can’t authorise a refund, promise to escalate the issue and email you within 48hrs......never happens. Start again! Scammers!
Seriously, you can’t connect to the generic power supply to the original bell because this ring door bell is not compatible as it uses ac power? So you have to get a pro electrician to do all this faffing around to connect to a constant power supply🥴🤣🤪👎.
Thanks for informing me. What a load of shite.
There is a three-pin plug you can get to power one of these directly. Prob the easiest way.
What a pain in the arse
The new battery doorbells are much simpler to install.
Dont buy !!!!!!
You say in the video you connected the mains supply to the plug socket....you actually connected it to the light switch utilising the Neutral at the back of the box via a connector. I am a professional Electrician. The way you have connected the mains for this door bell transformer is very wrong and unprofessional.
Where is the means of Isolation for the transformer?? Also a lighting circuit is 6 Amps, why didn't you use a fused spur and reduce the fuse to a 2 Amp to protect the transformer??
If I come across an installation like this I would disconnect immediately and wire this properly and safely in accordance with current wiring regulations!!!
Public beware!!!
This was installed by a professional electrician not myself. You are right about the fused spur. Maybe I missed it.