Updated On 01 Mar, 24

How to Connect Ring Spotlight Camera to WiFi?

Trying to connect Ring Spotlight Camera to WiFi, then first of all you have to charge the battery and install the unit. After that,

You can Simply Start the Process to connect Ring Spotlight Camera to WiFi-

Step 1: Install the Ring app on iOS or Android. Create a Ring account or log in if you already have one, then tap “Set Up a Device.” Choose the doorbell model you want to connect.

Step 2: Check the MAC ID barcode or QR code on the back of the device or product packaging.

Step 3: Place in your home address and name the device.

Step 4: Press the setup button on the device to put it in setup mode. There will be a spinning white light on the front of the unit if successful.

Step 5: Tap “Join” and select the Ring doorbell. The doorbell’s name will include text like Ring or Ring Setup, plus elements of the device’s MAC ID.

Step 6: Select your preferred Wi-Fi network and enter the password.

Your device may need to update after connecting to the network. The light on the device will flash white at the time of an update.

Step 7: Wait for it, the doorbell completes updating and after that press the button to check your doorbell, you will receive a mobile app notification if successful.

You can use the same steps to Connect Ring Spotlight Camera to WiFi for every Ring doorbell model mentioned below:

  • Ring Video Doorbell.
  • Ring Video Doorbell 2.
  • Ring Video Doorbell Pro.
  • Ring Peephole Cam.
  • Ring Video Doorbell Elite.

Charging and Installing Your Ring Doorbell-

Whereas connecting to Wi-Fi is the main process, it won’t go as easily if you ignore steps like charging and installing the doorbell first.

Here’s a quick outline of those steps:

Charge Your Doorbell- When you connected any of the battery-powered Ring doorbells to Wi-Fi before installation, it’s better to install the unit first. This helps you know if the Wi-Fi connection is stable enough in the final location.

Install Your Doorbell- While you can connect any of the battery-powered Ring doorbells to Wi-Fi before installation, it’s a good idea to install the unit first. This helps you know if the Wi-Fi connection is stable enough in the final location.

As for the models without batteries the Ring Pro and the Ring Elite- you can’t connect them to the Wi-Fi until after you hook them up to doorbell wiring and power them on.

To connect Ring Spotlight Camera to WiFi, you have to install Ring Video Doorbell. For the installation process, there is an instruction in the box that came with your doorbell or in the Ring mobile app.

Mount the Ring Doorbell on the Wall-

This is the most technical part of installing a Ring video doorbell. These instructions only work for Ring 2, Ring Pro, and original Ring Video Doorbell.

Ring Video Doorbell (original) mounting steps:

  • Use the mounting bracket and small level tool out of the package. Place the value on the mounting bracket at the top of the center opening.
  • Put the bracket in a spot about 5 feet above the ground. Take the level to it’s straight.
  • Take a pencil in the four corner holes to mark for pilot holes.
  • Move the bracket and drill small pilot holes.
  • If installing on concrete, brick, or stucco, use the included masonry bit and plastic anchors.
  • Replace the bracket and attach screws in the corners.
  • Optional step: connect to wiring. See section on Wired Installation for more details.
  • Put the fully charged doorbell on the mounting bracket by queue the slots on the back. Push in the direction of the wall and slide the unit down until it clicks.
  • If you didn’t find any click, release the security screws.
  • Compress the security screws through the special screwdriver included in the box.

Bottom Lines-

Above I explained all the details on how to connect Ring Spotlight Cam to WiFi. So, I hope the following guidelines will help you.

 

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