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Installing Outside Door Sensor

Get step-by-step installation instructions for your Outside Door Sensor.

View or download the user manual for Outside Door SensorView or download the user manual for Outside Door Sensor (French)View or download the user manual for Outside Door Sensor (Spanish)

Hardware included

Illustration to show the screws and wall plugs included with your Outside Door Sensor.

Tools included

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Phillips-head screwdriver

1. Remove the protective wrap.

Illustration indicating to remove the protective wrap from the Ring Camera.

2. Download the Ring app.

Illustration showing to download the Ring App on the mobile device.

3. Scan the QR code on your device.

Illustration to show the location of the QR code on the Outside Door Sensor.

4. Follow in-app setup.

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5. Depending on your mounting surface material, choose an installation type.

NOTE: If installing on a smooth surface like metal or vinyl, use the included mounting tape. Other surfaces may require the included screws.

Illustration to show possible positions to install an Outside Door Sensor on a window or door frame.

No-drill installation

1. Wipe the area clean and let dry.

NOTE: The mounting surface must be completely dry. Use a hair dryer to dry the mounting surface, if necessary.

Illustration to show a wipe to clean and dry your Window & Door Sensor.

2. Remove the protective strips from the adhesive backing.

Illustration to show the removal of the protective strips from the adhesive backing.

Learn more about Adhesive installation instructions for Ring Alarm Sensors.

3. Attach the mounting brackets to the door or window and frame.

NOTE: We recommend attaching the sensor to the mounting surface when the ambient and surface temperatures are 70°F to 100°F and never below 50°F.

NOTE: Ensure no more than 1 in (25.4 mm) between sensor and magnet when closed. Leave at least 1/2 in (12.7 mm) of space to open the battery compartment.

Illustration to show mounting brackets on a window or door.

4. Slide the sensor and magnet onto the mounting brackets to secure.

Illustration to show sliding the sensor and magnet onto the mounting bracket.

5. Secure the sensor and magnet in place with the included screwdriver and screw.

NOTE: Ensure the screw is secure without overtightening.

Illustration to show securing the sensor to the bracket with the included screwdriver and screw.

Drill installation

1. Use the mounting brackets as guides to mark screw holes on the door or window and frame.

NOTE: Ensure no more than 1 in (25.4 mm) between sensor and magnet when closed. Leave at least 1/2 in (12.7 mm) of space to open the battery compartment.

Illustration to show marking the screw holes with a pencil, using the mounting brackets as a guide.

2. Install the mounting brackets.

Illustration to show installing the mounting bracket with the included screws.

On stucco, brick, or concrete, use a 3/16 in (5 mm) masonry bit to drill holes for the included wall anchors.

Illustration to show using wall anchors and screws for masonry and screws for wood installations.

3. Slide the sensor and magnet onto the mounting brackets to secure.

Illustration to show sliding the sensor and magnet onto the mounting bracket.

4. Secure the sensor and magnet in place with the included screwdriver and screws.

NOTE: Ensure the screw is secure without overtightening.

Illustration to show securing the sensor to the bracket with the included screwdriver and screw.

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