Installing your Spotlight Cam Plus Solar

This article will outline the step-by-step process to install your Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Solar.

Install your Spotlight Cam Plus

Quick Start

1. Download and open the Ring app.
2. Select Set Up a Device.
3. Scan QR code with the Ring app.

Hardware included

Security screw for metal collar
Mounting screws
Wall anchors

Tools needed

Phillips-head screwdriver
Drill (optional)

Remove protective film from device. This ensures your device works properly.

Remove the battery.

Twist the battery compartment counterclockwise to unlock and remove the cover.

Then, remove the battery and discard the orange battery insulator.

Charge the battery.

Plug it into a power source using the provided USB cable. Once the battery’s fully charged, only one light on top will glow green.

Re-insert the battery.

Slide the battery back into the camera until it clicks into place.

Twist the battery compartment cover clockwise to lock it and tighten the security screw.

Choose a location with the view you want.

Your camera can be mounted on an outdoor wall, eave, or overhang.

Optimise motion detection.

Mount the camera about 1 metre from the middle of the entry point, and about 3 meters above the ground.

If installing on a wall:

Your camera comes ready to mount, with the ball joint pointing down. No adjustments are needed before installation.

If installing on an eave or overhang:

Remove the battery compartment cover by twisting it counterclockwise and insert the ball joint plate with the ball joint pointing up.

Remove the mounting plate.

Slide it down to remove it from the camera mount.

Install the mounting plate.

For wall installation, the UP arrow should point up. For an eave or overhang, the arrow should point toward the area you want to monitor for motion.

If installing on a wood surface, screw the plate directly into the wall.

If installing on a masonry surface, mark four screw holes using the plate as a guide.

Drill pilot holes using a 6mm drill bit. Insert the included wall anchors, then drive the four mounting screws through the mounting plate into the wall anchors.

WARNING! Only use the included mounting screws when securing the mounting plate.

CAUTION! DO NOT drill into your home’s electrical wiring.

Attach the camera mount.

Slide it onto the mounting plate.

Then, tighten the security screw.

Attach your camera to the camera mount.

Loosen the metal collar on the bracket using a Phillips-head screwdriver (not included).

Push the ball joint into the socket until it snaps into place.

Adjust the camera angle.

Rotate the camera to focus on the area of your choice. Look at Live View in the Ring app to make sure it’s positioned at your desired angle.

Tighten the security screw.

Then, tighten the screw on the metal collar to secure the camera position.

Install your Solar Panel

Choose an install location with the most direct sunlight.

If you are in the Northern Hemisphere, direct your Solar Panel toward the south. If you are in the Southern Hemisphere, direct your Solar Panel toward the north.

Make sure there is nothing blocking sunlight from your Solar Panel.

Hardware included