Access the Ring App
- Ensure your smartphone or tablet is connected to the internet.
- Open the Ring app, which you should have already installed on your device.
Log Into Your Account
- If you aren't automatically logged in, enter your Ring account email and password.
- If you've forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password?" feature to reset it.
Select Your Device
- From the main dashboard or home screen of the app, locate and select your Ring Video Doorbell from the list of connected devices.
Open Device Settings
- Once you've selected your doorbell, navigate to the settings icon or option, usually represented by a gear icon.
Adjust General Settings
- Here, you can update basic settings such as the device name and location.
- Ensure your location is correctly set to enable location-specific features.
Customize Notifications
- Go to the notification settings to modify how and when you receive alerts from your doorbell.
- You can enable or disable notifications for motion detections, doorbell rings, or other events.
Set Motion Detection Zones
- Adjust the motion zones by accessing the motion settings. Here, you can specify the areas you want monitored.
- Exclude unnecessary zones to reduce false alerts, such as busy streets or tree areas that might trigger motion detection.
Modify Video Settings
- You can adjust video quality, night vision settings, and more in the video settings.
- Higher quality settings use more data; adjust based on your internet bandwidth.
Check Firmware Updates
- Ensure your Ring Doorbell is running the latest firmware by checking for updates in the device health section.
- Updating the firmware can improve performance and security.
Save Your Changes
- After making the desired adjustments, ensure all changes are saved before exiting the settings menu.
- This step ensures that your updated settings are applied to the device.
Test Your Settings
- Once you have updated your settings, test the doorbell by pressing it or triggering the motion detection to verify everything functions correctly.