Just a day after the ring video doorbell 3 and video doorbell 3 plus started shipping to customers the company is launching the second generation of ring alarm the brand s customizable security.
Ring contact sensor 2nd generation battery.
Alarm window and door contact sensor 2nd generation.
Troubleshooting ring alarm contact sensor 1st generation troubleshooting ring alarm contact sensor 2nd generation pulling multiple tabs while trying to set up devices.
The ring alarm contact sensor 1st gen uses one cr123a.
In the ring app tap menu then tap devices then tap alarm base station then tap base station.
The ring alarm contact sensor expands your ring alarm and adds an extra layer of security to your home.
Place the new battery back in the device.
Insert the new battery.
Ring alarm keypad 1st gen internal rechargeable battery which lasts up to 7 months depending on usage and power save settings.
Contact sensor 2nd generation note.
2nd and 3rd photos are gen 2 sensors.
The height and width of the gen 2 sensors are smaller 1st photo is a gen 1 sensor for comparison.
Slide the contact sensor off of the back cover which is mounted on the wall.
Ring alarm contact sensor setup and use.
For windows i like the gen 2 sensors more than the gen 1 sensors because they are smaller and a little less noticeable when looking out of a window.
How to install your ring alarm contact sensors on different types of doors windows and trim.
Press the cover release and remove the cover from your motion sensor.
Setting entry and exit delay.
Ring alarm contact sensors easily mount to any door or window frame in your home for easy diy installation.
Replacing the battery on the contact sensor 1st generation what type of battery does the contact sensor 1st gen use.
What if i am still having trouble connecting my contact sensor 2nd generation or it adds as a binary sensor.
Cold temperatures may drain battery life faster.
Remove the batteries from the device.
Ring alarm contact sensor 1st gen uses a 3v lithium battery included which may last up to 3 years depending on usage.
These devices are designed to work together.
Connect them to your ring alarm base station and receive mobile alerts from the ring app whenever your doors or windows open.
First generation contact sensor remove the back cover from the device.
Contact sensor 1st generation r emove the cover from the device and remove the battery.
Put the cover back on the device.
You can mix and match 1st and 2nd generation ring alarm contact sensors motion detectors range extenders keypads and third party devices with any ring alarm base station.
If you ve started with a 1st generation ring alarm kit you can add 2nd generation devices to your alarm base station.