Black video doorbell Elite with blue ring light mounted on concrete wall

Installing the Surface Mount Box for Wired Doorbell Elite (2nd Gen)

Download the manual for Surface Mount Box for Wired Doorbell Elite (2nd Gen)

Hardware included

Illustration of installation screws

Tools needed

Illustration of a cross point screwdriver needed for installation.

Phillips-head screwdriver

Illustration of a power drill to use as an installation tool.

Drill with a 1/4 in (6 mm) masonry bit (optional)

Installation

1. Choose a location.

NOTE: The surface mount can be installed on a flat surface or directly over existing wiring.

2. Use the surface mount as a guide to mark screw holes on the wall.

Pencil pointed where template marks are to be drawn

3. Route the wiring through the center hole, ensuring cables are not pinched or kinked.

Ethernet cable with arrow pointing up threaded through junction boxEthernet cable threaded through junction box

4. Install the surface mount with the included screws.

On stucco, brick, or concrete, use a 1/4 in (6 mm) masonry bit to drill holes for the included wall anchors.

Illustration to show using a 1/4 in (6 mm) masonry bit to drill holes for the included wall anchors for stucco, brick, or concrete, and use just screws for wood installation.

5. Attach your doorbell’s mounting bracket to the surface mount with the included screws.

Mounting bracket with arrows displaying placementMounting bracket with arrows displaying placement with the B screw displaying placement

6. Follow your doorbell’s setup guide to complete setup.

No Drill Mount (2nd Gen) for Battery Doorbells - Installation - Refer to your doorbell setup guide to secure your doorbell

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