A photograph of a Ring Elite camera mounted on a ceiling in a warehouse.

Installing Ring Elite 4K cameras

Download the user manual for Ring Elite 140 4KDownload the user manual for Ring Elite 180 4KDownload the user manual for Ring Elite 270 4KDownload the user manual for Ring Elite 360 4K

Hardware included

Ring Elite 140 4K:

An example of included screws, washers, cable clips, and security screws that come with the device.

Ring Elite 180 4K and Ring Elite 270 4K:

An example of included screws, washers, and cable clips that come with the device.

Ring Elite 360 4K:

An example of included screws, washers, cable clips, and security screws that come with the device.

Tools needed

A Phillips-head screwdriver used to install the device.

Phillips-head screwdriver


An illustration of a drill with a 3/16 in (5 mm) masonry bit.

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


An illustration of a stud finder.

Stud finder (Ring Elite 360 4K only)


Tools included

An illustration of an L-shaped hex key included with the device.

L-shaped hex key (Ring Elite 140 4K and Ring Elite 360 4K only)


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.

An illustration of a QR code being scanned on a smartphone.

4.

Choose a location near an outlet or active PoE Type 4 injector.

NOTE: If connecting to a PoE (Power over Ethernet) power source, ensure your PoE switch or injector is capable of PoE Type 4, active, and connected to a functioning Cat 6 or above Ethernet cable.

An illustration of the Ring Elite 140, Ring Elite 180, and Ring Elite 360 being mounted on a wall or ceiling.

5.

If you are using an Ethernet cable, ensure that the cable does not have a pusher or strain relief.

An illustration of an appropriate Ethernet cable to use as a power source, with the appropriate cable lacking a pusher or strain relief.

Ring Elite 140 4K installation

1.

Slide the round mounting plate in the direction opposite to the UP arrow to remove.

An illustration of the mounting plate being removed by sliding it in the opposite direction of the UP arrow on the plate.

2.

Use the mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on the wall.

NOTE: If you are routing the power cable through the wall, feed it through the mounting plate.

An illustration of screw holes being marked with a pencil, using the mounting plate as a guide.

3.

Install the mounting plate with the UP arrow pointing up.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed using the screws labeled A on the included hardware, with the screwdriver turning clockwise.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

4.

Remove the rubber cap on the back of your camera.

An illustration of the rubber cap on the back of the device being removed.

5.

Attach the camera mount to the back of your camera with its screw.

An illustration of the camera mount being installed on the back of the device.

6.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into the port on the back of your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

7.

Secure your camera to the mounting plate by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the device being mounted onto the mounting plate.

If routing the power or Ethernet cable through the wall, feed it through the slot at the bottom of the camera mount.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed though a slot in the camera mount.

8.

Rotate your camera and tighten the security screw on the camera mount.

An illustration of the security screw on the device being tightened.

9.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

10.

Anchor the power or Ethernet cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips, if necessary.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

11.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.

12.

Adjust your camera's angle, if necessary.

An illustration of the camera body being adjusted.

13.

Tighten the screw on the metal collar to secure in place.

An illustration of the metal collar on the camera mount being tightened.

1.

Use the included corner mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on an inner wall corner.

An illustration of screw holes being marked with a pencil, using the mounting plate as a guide.

2.

Route the power cable through the corner mounting plate.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed through an opening in the center of the corner mounting plate.

3.

Install the corner mounting plate on the wall corner.

An illustration of the corner mounting plate being installed on a wall, using the included screws labeled A.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

4.

Slide the mounting plate in the direction opposite to the UP arrow to remove.

An illustration of the mounting plate being removed by sliding it in the opposite direction of the UP arrow on the plate.

5.

Install the mounting plate onto the corner mounting plate with the UP arrow pointing up.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed on the the corner mounting plate, using the included screws labeled D.

6.

Remove the rubber cap on the back of your camera.

An illustration of the rubber cap on the back of the device being removed.

7.

Attach the camera mount to the back of your camera with its screw.

An illustration of the camera mount being installed on the back of the device.

8.

Plug in the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

9.

Route the power cable through a slot on the bottom or top of the camera mount.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed through a slot in the center of the corner mount and mounting plate.

10.

Secure your camera to the mounting plate by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the device being secured to the camera mount in the corner of a wall.

11.

Rotate your camera and tighten the security screw.

An illustration of the camera being tilted and the security screw being tightened.

12.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

13.

Anchor the power cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

14.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.

15.

Adjust your camera's angle, if necessary.

An illustration of the camera body being adjusted.

16.

Tighten the screw on the metal collar to secure in place.

An illustration of the metal collar on the camera mount being tightened.

1.

Slide the mounting plate in the direction opposite to the UP arrow to remove.

An illustration of the mounting plate being removed by sliding it in the opposite direction of the UP arrow on the plate.

2.

Use the mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on the ceiling.

NOTE: The arrow should point toward your desired viewing direction.

An illustration of the mounting plate being used as a guide to mark screw holes on a ceiling with a pencil.

3.

Install the mounting plate.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed on a ceiling using the included screws, labeled C.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for ceiling installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

4.

Remove the rubber cap on the back of your camera.

An illustration of the rubber cap on the back of the device being removed for ceiling mounting.

5.

Attach the camera mount to the back of your camera with its screw.

An illustration of the camera mount being installed on the back of the device.

6.

Secure your camera to the mounting plate by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the device being mounted onto the mounting plate.

7.

Rotate your camera and tighten the security screw.

An illustration of the security screw on the device being tightened.

8.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

9.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

10.

Anchor the power cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

11.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.

12.

Adjust your camera's angle, if necessary.

An illustration of the camera body being adjusted.

13.

Tighten the screw on the metal collar to secure in place.

An illustration of the metal collar on the camera mount being tightened.


Ring Elite 180 4K installation

1.

Slide the mounting plate in the direction opposite to the UP arrow to remove.

An illustration of the mounting plate on the device sliding in the opposite direction of the UP arrow to remove it.

2.

Use the mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on the wall with 5.5 in (14 cm) of space in every direction.

An illustration of screw holes being marked with a pencil, using the mounting plate as a guide.

3.

Route the cable along the center groove of the mounting plate.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed through the center groove of the mounting plate.

4.

Install the mounting plate with the UP arrow pointing up.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed using the included screws, labeled A.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

5.

Secure your camera to the mounting plate by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the device being mounted onto the mounting plate.

6.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

7.

Gently tug the cable to remove slack.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being gently pulled upward to remove slack in the cable.

8.

Secure your camera to the mounting plate by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the bottom mounting plate being device being attached to the bottom of the device.

9.

Tighten the screw to secure.

An illustration of the security screw on the bottom of the device being tightened.

10.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

11.

Anchor the power or Ethernet cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips, if necessary.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

12.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.

Tilt mount installation

1.

Use the mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on the wall with 5.5 in (14 cm) of space in every direction.

NOTE: Ensure the UP arrow is pointing up and the mounting plate is level.

An illustration of screw holes being marked with a pencil, using the mounting plate as a guide.

2.

If your power source is above the camera, route the cable down the center groove of the mounting plate.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed through the center groove of the tilt mount.

3.

Install the mounting plate with the UP arrow pointing up.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed using the included screws, labeled A.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

4.

Secure your camera to the mounting plate by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the device being mounted onto the mounting plate of the tilt mount.

5.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

6.

Tighten the screw to secure.

NOTE: Ensure the camera is secure and cannot be moved easily.

An illustration of the security screw on the bottom of the device being tightened.

7.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

8.

Anchor the power or Ethernet cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips, if necessary.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

9.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.


Ring Elite 270 4K installation

1.

Remove your camera’s native mounting plate.

An illustration of the mounting plate being removed.

2.

Use the mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on the wall with 5.5 in (14 cm) of space in every direction.

An illustration of screw holes being marked with a pencil, using the mounting plate as a guide.

3.

Route the cable along the slot on either side of the mount.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed through one of the slots on either side of the mounting plate.

4.

Install the mounting plate with the UP arrow pointing up.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed using the screws labeled A on the included hardware, with the screwdriver turning clockwise.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

5.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

6.

Slot your camera over the corner mounting plate and slide down to secure in place.

An illustration of the device being mounted onto the mounting plate.

7.

Tighten the security screw.

An illustration of the security screw on the device being tightened.

8.

Attach the cable cover to the bottom of your camera by rotating counter-clockwise until you feel a click.

An illustration of the cable cover on the bottom of the camera being secured by turning it counter-clockwise.

9.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

10.

Anchor the power or Ethernet cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips, if necessary.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

11.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.

Extended mount installation

1.

Choose a location.

NOTE: Ensure your power or Ethernet cable can reach your camera.

An illustration of the camera mounted on a wall corner with the extended mount attached.

2.

Remove your camera’s standard mounting plate.

An illustration of the mounting plate being removed.

3.

Slide the mounting bracket’s plastic cover backward to detach.

An illustration of the plastic cover on the extended mounting being removed by sliding it backwards.

4.

Route the power or Ethernet cable through the mount tube.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being routed through the extended mount's tube.

5a.

If mounting on a wall corner, use the mounting bracket to mark screw holes on the wall.

An illustration of screw holes being marked with a pencil, using the mounting plate as a guide.

5b.

If mounting on a pole or tree, loop the metal straps through the slots on the mounting bracket.

An illustration of the metal straps being looped through slots on the mounting bracket.

6a.

Install the mounting bracket with the included screws.

An illustration of the extended mount being installed on the wall corner using the included screws, labeled A.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

6b.

Close the metal strap around the mounting surface, then tighten the fastener head until secure.

An illustration of the metal straps being secured, using a screwdriver to tighten the screw on the fastener head.

7.

Reattach the mounting bracket’s plastic cover by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the extended mounting bracket cover sliding onto the bracket to reinstall it.

8.

Slide the camera mount’s plastic cover backward to detach.

An illustration of the camera cover on the extended mount being slid toward the base of the mount.

9.

Attach your camera to the mount by sliding until you feel a click.

An illustration of the device being attached to the extended mount.

10.

Tighten the screw to secure.

An illustration of the mounting screw on the lower bottom of the device being tightened after it is installed on the mount.

11.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the power or Ethernet cable being plugged into the bottom of the device, and the security screw being tightened when a USB-C cable is used.

12.

Attach the cable cover to the bottom of your camera by rotating counter-clockwise until you feel a click.

An illustration of the cable cover on the bottom of the device being attached, by rotating the cover counter-clockwise.

13.

Push the front of the mount back into place.

An illustration of the camera mount cover being slid back into position on the back of the device.

14.

Tighten the screw to secure.

An illustration of the camera mounting cover screw being tightened.

15.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

16.

Anchor the power or Ethernet cable to a stable surface with the included cable clips.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

17.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.


Ring Elite 360 4K installation

1.

Use a stud finder to locate your ceiling’s studs.

An illustration of a stud finder on a ceiling.

2.

Use the mounting plate as a guide to mark screw holes on the ceiling.

NOTE: The arrow should point toward your desired viewing direction.

An illustration of the mounting plate being used as a guide to mark screw holes with a pencil.

3.

Install the mounting plate.

NOTE: For best results, ensure at least one screw is driven into a stud.

An illustration of the mounting plate being installed on a ceiling using the included screws, labeled A.

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

An illustration of included screws and wall anchors for wall installation on stucco, brick, or wood.

4.

Install the mount cover and included safety strap onto the top of your camera, ensuring the safety strap’s metal ring is secured with a mount cover screw.

An illustration of the mount cover and safety strap being installed, using a mount cover screw labeled C to secure the strap.

5.

Loop the other end of the safety strap over the hook on the mounting plate.

NOTE: Gently tug the safety strap to ensure it is secure before releasing.

An illustration of the opposite end of the safety strap being looped over the hook on the mounting plate.

6a.

If using an Ethernet cable, route it to the bottom of your camera through slot A.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable being routed through a slot on the camera.

6b.

If using the included power cable, route it to the bottom of your camera through slot B.

An illustration of the power cable being routed through a slot on the camera.

7.

Plug the power or Ethernet cable into your camera.

NOTE: If using the USB-C cable, tighten the screw to secure it to your camera.

An illustration of the Ethernet cable or USB-C cable being plugged in, with an example of the security screw being tightened for a USB-C cable.

8.

Place the mounting cover over the mounting plate and rotate clockwise until you feel a click.

An illustration of the mounting cover being installed by rotating it clockwise.

9.

Use the included L-shaped hex key, screws, and rubber caps to secure the mount cover onto the mounting plate.

An illustration of the mount cover being secured using the included L-shaped hex key, screws, and rubber caps labeled F and G respectively.

10.

Place the cable cover over the bottom of your camera and rotate counter-clockwise until you feel a click to secure.

An illustration of the cable cover being secured on the bottom of the camera by rotating it counter-clockwise.

11.

Plug the power adapter or other end of the Ethernet cable into an outlet or PoE Type 4 injector, respectively.

An illustration of the power adapter on the device being plugged into a wall outlet.

12.

Anchor the power cable to the wall or ceiling with the included cable clips, if necessary.

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws on a wall.

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

An example of the provided screws and anchors for installing the power cable screws into stucco, brick, or concrete.

13.

If using the power adapter, secure it to the wall with the included anchors and screws.

NOTE: If your adapter has a mounting plate, secure the mounting plate first, then attach the adapter to the mounting plate.

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

An illustration of the power adapter being secured to a wall or mounting plate using the included screws and anchors.

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