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Panic Button (2nd Gen) Customizable Settings and Options

The Ring Alarm Panic Button (2nd Generation) has several customizable settings for your home security needs. Options include assigning the Panic Button to a room, naming the button, and setting the emergency response type (panic, medical, or fire).¹

Panic Button (2nd Generation) Device Settings and Options in the Ring App

  • Add the device to your Ring Alarm or Ring Alarm Pro and receive guided setup and installation instructions.
  • Give the device a name, assign it to a room, and set the emergency response* type.
  • Remove the device from your Ring Alarm or Ring Alarm Pro.
  • See the device state in the device list.
  • View battery information.
  • View event history related to the Panic Button.
  • Get help and FAQ information.

To Access Device Settings for the Panic Button (2nd Generation):

  1. Open the Ring app to the main dashboard.

  2. Tap the Alarm tile under Devices.

  3. Tap Connected Devices.

  4. Tap on the Panic Button you’d like to adjust.
  5. Tap
    Device Settings
    .

Last updated 2 days ago

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    Professional Monitoring is an add-on plan that first requires a compatible Ring Home subscription. Both sold separately. Service available within the U.S. (all 50 states, but not U.S. territories) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction.
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