Retrofit Alarm Kit
Have a wired alarm system? Make it smart with Ring Retrofit Alarm Kit, a wired-to-wireless bridge that conveniently connects your existing hardwired contact sensors to your Ring Alarm system. Professional installation recommended (but not required).¹
Key Features
- Get started with help from a professional alarm installer (recommended, but not required).
- Wire up to 8 zones with one Retrofit Alarm Kit (Note: not for use with wired smoke or CO detectors or existing keypads).
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Tech Specs
Size | 4.53 in. X 4.53 in. X 1.0 in. (11.51 cm. X 11.51 cm. X 2.54 cm.) |
Power | 2 X 3V Lithium 123 Batteries (included), non-rechargeable |
Battery Life | 5 years with 100 events per day. "Events" defined as either open/close events or the 70 minute supervisory message sent from the device to the Base Station to report that the device is online. |
Connectivity | Z-Wave (up to 250-foot range to Base Station) |
Operating Conditions | 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) |
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