Setting up and installing your Ring Smart Lighting Solar Floodlight

Setting up your Smart Lighting Solar Floodlight in the Ring app is simple. Simply scroll down for a step-by-step guide.

Before you begin:

• If there is an update available for your Ring app, please update it before you begin. Remind any shared users to update their app too. Updating the app ensures that everyone on your account will be able to see this new device.
  • If you need to learn how to update your Ring app, click here.
• Be sure to install and

  set up your Bridge

  before installing and setting up your Smart Solar Lights. You will need to have a Ring Bridge installed and set up in order to connect your Smart Solar Lights to the Ring App and the rest of your Ring devices.
• To ensure optimal performance we recommend pre-charging the battery in your Smart Lighting Solar Floodlight before use. To remove the battery for charging: 
  • Twist your Floodlight counterclockwise and separate it from the back cover.  
  • Press down on the metal tab and pull the battery out of the battery compartment.  
  • Remove the two protective stickers from each end of the pack and plug in the included micro USB cord to the battery pack, then into a USB power supply.  
  • There will be two LEDs lit on the battery while it is charging, when only one LED is lit the pack is fully charged.  

If you want general information on Ring Smart Lighting, click here.

Note: Charge the pack at least 12 hours before initial use.

Step One - Select Set Up a Device

1. Open the Ring app to the main dashboard.

2. Tap Set Up a Device at the bottom of the screen.

3. Follow the in-app prompts to complete setup.
   • If your mobile device is not scanning the QR code, tap

     Set up a non-Ring device or choose manually

     to continue through the setup process.

Step Two - Insert Quick Release Battery Pack into your Solar Floodlight

Remove the Quick Release Battery pack by pressing in on the metal tab and pulling the battery out of the floodlight.

1. Carefully remove and discard the two battery strips on the included battery.
2. Insert the included battery into the floodlight and push until it snaps into place.
3. If you like, you can purchase a second battery to make your floodlight last longer during cloudy periods.
4. Replace the back cover and twist clockwise to lock into place.
5. The light will blink twice when fully powered up. When this happens, press “Continue” in your Ring app and follow the prompts on your mobile device

Step Three - Add your Solar Floodlight to a light group

Select the light Group you’d like to add your Floodlight to.

If you’d like to create a new group that is not listed, you can select “Custom…” and type a new group name. 

Learn how to set up and control your Groups in your Ring app.

Step Four - Name your Solar Floodlight

Give your Floodlight a specific name to distinguish it from the other Ring devices on your account.

Step Five - Remove the mounting plate

Press the tab on the side and slide the mounting plate off of the back cover.

Step Six - Install your Floodlight

1. Hold the mounting plate firmly against the surface and drive the three mounting screws.
2. If installing on a masonry surface, use the mounting plate as a template to mark pilot holes, making sure the "up" arrow is pointing upward.
3. Drill the holes and insert the anchors.
4. Align your Floodlight with the mounting plate and slide it to the left to lock it in.

Step Seven - Install your Solar Panel

1. Select an install location within 13 feet of your Floodlight that can get direct sunlight.
2. Mark the holes using the mounting arm as a template then drive the two mounting screws.
3. If installing on a masonry surface, first drill holes using a 3/16" drill bit. Insert the wall anchors before inserting the screws.
4. Then drill the holes and insert the anchors.
5. Attach the Solar Panel by positioning the slots in the rear of your Solar Panel over the mounting arm and slide it down to secure it.
6. Loosen the screw on the mounting arm and adjust the panel to your desired angle, then re-tighten the screw to secure your setting.  You can also rotate the panel to adjust its positioning.
7. Once your Solar Panel is mounted, insert the power plug into the power input at the bottom of your Floodlight.  Make sure it clicks into place.