Ring Alarm FAQ

Find useful links, learn how to adjust settings in the Ring app, and pick up tips on how to best pair Ring devices for Ring Alarm.

Where should I install Ring Alarm security devices? How do I install Contact Sensors on different types of surfaces?

Many users live in homes with unique doors and window trims.

Learn how to decide where to place your Contact Sensors and other security devices.

Get tips and suggestions for mounting your Contact Sensors in your home.

Can I purchase Ring spare part kits in a retail store?

Ring Alarm spare part kits are not available in retail stores. However, these devices can be requested by contacting Customer Support. If you need additional replacement tape, we recommend purchasing 3M™ VHB™ Tape 4945 from your local hardware store. 

I accidentally pulled all of the device tabs at once while setting up my Ring Alarm. What should I do?

Learn how to set up your Ring Alarm.

How do I change the batteries in my Motion Detectors and Contact Sensors?

Get instructions on changing Motion Detector and Contact Sensor batteries.

What is cellular backup? 

Cellular backup1 keeps your Ring Alarm connected and able to send signals if your home loses internet connection.

I’m still not sure how to set the entry delay or exit delay properly for my different doors. What do these settings mean and why do they matter?

Learn how to set your entry and exit delay settings.

Your Ring Alarm guide that came in your Alarm Kit also has valuable information.

What is Assisted Monitoring?

Assisted Monitoring2 is a service from Ring that monitors your home alarm, and which will automatically call you if your Alarm is triggered. If you don’t pick up the call, it will begin calling your next pre-defined emergency contact.

How can I avoid false alarms?

Learn how to prevent false alarms.

How do I integrate my Ring Alarm with Amazon Alexa?

It’s easy to use Alexa to arm and disarm your Ring Alarm.

Learn how to set up the Ring Skill with Amazon Alexa.

Learn how to use Alexa to arm and disarm your Ring Alarm.

My Android phone isn’t showing notifications right away, or at all. How do I fix this?

Troubleshoot Ring notifications on Android devices.

Can I change the volume of my Base Station? Does this change the volume for the siren as well?

While the siren will always play at max volume you can change the volume for the entry/exit delays, as well as chirps, from the Base Station’s device page.  

To change the volume of your Base Station:

  1. Go to the menu (☰).
  2. Tap Devices.
  3. Tap Alarm Base Station.
  4. Tap Base Station.
  5. Tap Audio Settings.
  6. Then adjust the volume settings as needed.

How do I change the volume on the Keypad? Does this also change the volume for the siren?  Can the Keypad play chirps?

Like the Base Station, the siren will always play from the Keypad at max volume.

To adjust the device’s entry/exit delay sounds:

  1. Go to the menu (☰).
  2. Tap Devices.
  3. Tap Alarm Base Station.
  4. Tap the name of the Keypad you wish to adjust.
  5. Tap Audio Settings.
  6. Then adjust the volume settings as needed.

1
A compatible Ring subscription is required (sold separately). Alarm Cellular Backup uses a third-party carrier.
2
Opt in to Assisted Monitoring via the Ring app and Ring will automatically call up to three emergency contacts during an Alarm event. Ring subscription required (sold separately).
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