How do you install a ring chime Pro 2?

The Ring Chime Pro 2 is a great way to extend the range of your Ring Doorbell or Security Cameras. It allows you to hear notifications throughout your home when someone presses your Ring Doorbell or triggers motion on your cameras. Installing a Ring Chime Pro 2 is a relatively simple process that doesn’t require any special tools or wiring. In this guide, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to get your Ring Chime Pro 2 set up.

What’s Included

Inside the box, you’ll find:

• 1 x Ring Chime Pro
• 1 x Power adapter
• 1 x Ethernet cable (for optional wired connectivity)
• Mounting hardware
• Quick start guide

Make sure you have all of these contents before beginning installation.

Choosing a Location

When choosing where to install your Ring Chime Pro 2, there are a few things to keep in mind:

• It should be centrally located in your home so the chime can be heard from most rooms.
• The location should be near an electrical outlet to plug in the power adapter.
• Avoid placing it near other electronic devices like TVs, microwaves, or speakers as these could cause interference.
• The location should receive good WiFi signal strength for optimal performance.

Some good options are hallways, foyers, living rooms, or dens. Install it about 5 feet off the ground for best sound dispersal.

Installation Method

There are two ways to install your Ring Chime Pro:

Free-Standing

For free-standing installation, simply place your Ring Chime Pro on a flat surface like a table, shelf, or counter top. Make sure the location meets the criteria discussed earlier.

Wall Mounted

For a wall mounted install, you’ll need to:

1. Mark the screw hole locations using the wall mounting bracket as a guide.
2. Drill pilot holes if installing on drywall.
3. Secure the bracket using the included screws.
4. Align the Ring Chime Pro with the bracket and slide into place.

Choose the wall mounted method if you want a more permanent, integrated look.

Connecting Power

Your Ring Chime Pro needs continuous power supply to operate.

1. Plug the included power adapter into an electrical outlet nearby to where you’ll be installing the chime.
2. Plug the other end of the power adapter into the micro USB port on the back of the Ring Chime Pro.
3. The LED light on the front will turn on to indicate power is connected.

Be sure to fully insert the power cable into the port on the back of the device. Your Ring Chime Pro may take up to a minute to start up after connecting power.

Connecting to WiFi

The Ring Chime Pro connects to your WiFi network to communicate with other Ring devices.

To connect:

1. On your smartphone, open the Ring app and select Set Up a Device.
2. Select Security Devices > Chime Pro.
3. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your Ring Chime Pro to WiFi.

The app will walk you through scanning the QR code on the back of the Chime Pro and entering your WiFi password. The Ring Chime Pro must be connected to the same network as your other Ring devices.

Optional Wired Connection

For optimal performance, you can connect your Ring Chime Pro to your router using the included Ethernet cable. This avoids any WiFi issues.

To connect via Ethernet:

1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the port on the back of your Ring Chime Pro.
2. Plug the other end into an open LAN port on your router.

Your Ring Chime Pro will now connect to your network over the wired Ethernet connection instead of WiFi.

Pairing with Ring Devices

Once your Ring Chime Pro is connected to power and WiFi, you need to pair it with other Ring devices like doorbells and security cameras.

To pair:

1. In the Ring app, tap the three lines in the upper left corner to open the menu.
2. Select Devices > Chimes.
3. Tap your Ring Chime Pro.
4. Tap Add Linked Device.
5. Select the Ring devices you want your chime to pair with.

Now your chime will emit sounds when those devices detect motion or are pressed. You can pair with multiple Ring devices to cover your entire property.

Adjusting Sound Settings

The Ring app allows you to customize your Chime Pro’s sound settings. You can:

• Enable/disable sound
• Adjust volume
• Change chime tones
• Set a night mode schedule

To update sounds settings:

1. In the Ring app, tap Chimes from the menu.
2. Select your Chime Pro.
3. Tap Audio Settings.
4. Adjust sounds based on your preferences.

Experiment to find the volumes, tones, and settings that work best for your needs.

Troubleshooting

If you’re having issues getting your Ring Chime Pro operational, try the following troubleshooting steps:

Can’t Hear Notifications

• Make sure the chime is paired properly with other Ring devices in the app.
• Confirm the chime volume isn’t turned off or set too low.
• Check WiFi connection and strengthen if needed.
• If on wired connection, check Ethernet cable connections.

Not Connecting to WiFi

• Double check WiFi password entered correctly.
• Try moving the chime closer to your router for better signal.
• Restart your WiFi router and chimes and reconnect.
• Connect via wired Ethernet instead for consistent connectivity.

Power Issues

• Use the included power adapter, don’t substitute.
• Check connections at micro USB and outlet ports.
• Try a different outlet in case current one is faulty.
• Contact Ring Support if issues persist.

Following troubleshooting tips should get your Chime Pro working properly. Contact Ring Support if issues persist.

Conclusion

Installing a Ring Chime Pro provides an easy way to get alerts anywhere in your home. By following this guide and properly positioning, powering, connecting, and pairing your chime, you’ll be set up to receive notifications conveniently throughout your space. Customize tones and settings as needed so that the alerts are helpful but not disruptive. With your Ring Chime Pro functioning as intended, you can react more quickly to visitors, delivery people, and any concerning activity detected by Ring security cameras or doorbells.