How to Physically Install Your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus without an Existing Doorbell

Physically installing up your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus without an existing doorbell is a simple process. Simply scroll down for a step-by-step guide.  

Note that you should setup your Ring Doorbell 3 Plus in your Ring app before mounting it to your door.

Click here for information on setting up your Ring Doorbell. 

Step One: Charge the Provided Battery

  • Fully charge the battery by plugging it into a power source using the provided orange cable.
    • The small light on top will glow green when fully charged. 
  • Insert the battery into the bottom of your Ring Doorbell 3 Plus until it clicks into place.

Note: You may see an incorrect battery discharge/reporting when setting up your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus if the device is not fully charged before use.

Please charge the battery completely before setting up your device.

Step Two: Line Up your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus 

To properly line up your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus: 

  • Click the level tool (included in the box) into the small hole on the front of the Ring Doorbell 3 Plus below the camera.
  • Place the Ring Doorbell 3 Plus next to your door at about 48 inches from the ground. 
  • Level the device using the level tool. 
  • Mark the positions for mounting holes with a pencil. 

Step Three: Drill Holes

Optional: Use a drill to drill holes where you marked the position of the mounting holes.

  • If you are mounting the Ring Doorbell 3 Plus on brick, concrete, or stucco, put the included plastic anchors into the holes. You may need to use a hammer to get the anchors in. 
  • If you are using the included optional adaptor mounting plate on wood or vinyl, just use the included screws.  

Step Four: Place Your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus over the holes.

Don't forget to remove the level tool from the front of the device. 

Step Five: Screw in the Ring Doorbell 3 Plus

Feed all the wires (and the wire nuts if you used them) into your wall and secure your Ring Doorbell 3 Plus on the wall. Be sure you use all four included screws. 

Step Six: Install the Faceplate

Place one of the provided faceplates on your Ring Doorbell by slotting it in at the top and clicking it into place.

Step Seven: Tighten the Security Screw

Use one of the provided security screws and the star-shaped end of the screwdriver bit to secure the faceplate.

Click here for information on setting up your Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus in your Ring App.

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