I agree, the front of the alarm should be a smart solar panel, then it wouldn't require all the battery space at the back of the unit or wiring to power it.
Hi, I've had the siren since launch and use the dusk to dawn feature with lithium pack. I've set it to come on 1hr after dusk and turn off 30 mins before dawn, battery still showing 100% after 9-10 days. Hoping to get get 2 months on battery as don't fancy going up the ladder too often :-/ I'll keep you posted with my experience with battery life. All the best, Rob
@@SpectrumGeeks Hi, 5 weeks it lasted in the end. Only first charge cycle on battery so may get a little improvement in future. Oh BTW, just signed up to Octopus using your link, £50 should be coming your way 👍
i got one and used the old alarm wiring to get the 12vdc i powereed from the old wiring it is a little frustrating that Ardwired does not allow to charge the battery pack as conventional batteries may leak over time so left them out. But if i could be bothered to go up again id possible try to find the same plug as the solar panel and direct the 12v there and that should charge the ring battery pack.
Interesting the hardwire doesnt charge the battery pack, perhaps the transformer cant supply sufficient extra power for charging that as well as powering the device.
@@SpectrumGeeks it does allude to it in the manual i assume its because the hardwire as 12-24v range and i bet that is more than the battery takes from the solar input.
Hi, I have an Arlo Doorbell but interested in the Ring Siren to activate if see anybody on Camera etc. do you just need to buy the Ring base for this product
If you're going to supply a 12v power supply to the siren, do you still need the Duracell batteries fitted? My siren will be going very high on the property and I'm hoping to install it and not go back to it
Ideally you want the D Cell or the removable chargeable battery to provide backup power in the event of a powercut, but in short it only needs one form of power, so 12v power will be fine solo.
@@SpectrumGeeks out of interest was it a genuine trigger or false alarm? I'm thinking of hooking mine up with just the door contacts as our dog has access to all the downstairs rooms
I havent installed mine yet as I can't find a suitable place.I don't want to hardwire as I need to be able to access to change batteries etc.The front of my house is tiled,so they don't look stable enough to hold it.The brick part is low down,I could install there but it would be low down.I don't suppose it has to be elevated.
There is no NEED for it to be elevated, the obvious reason why it is though, is to stop people easily knocking / taking it down. If the front of your house is tiled, perhaps if can go on the side, rear or perhaps garage?
Think I shall position it low down,it is not in an area that will have people passing.Anyone approaching it would be caught by camera and the tamper facility should set alarm if it was interfered with.Will give it a go tomorrow.May buy a solar panel in future.
Thanks for the review. I’m on a waiting list as I didn’t get there in time. My existing siren on the old alarm has a transformer and a 12v comm cable providing power to the rechargeable battery on the current siren. I’m presuming I can take that wire and apply it to the terminal on the ring siren. I’ll test the voltage when I get up there. If so, that will save me wiring it in. I’ll keep you posted.
Ring say the quick release battery will only last 3 weeks if the dusk till dawn feature is enabled, but should also last approx 3 years if not enabled.
Interesting, thats not what they told me. Quote from Ring to my question of how long the batteries will last. "Great questions! The D Batteries associated with the Ring Alarm Outdoor Siren will last for approximately three years, with an average of four activations per year. On average, the Quick Release Battery will last for three weeks. If you have more questions, please send us a DM. "
@@SpectrumGeeks I am waiting for mine to arrive! Quite disappointed with the battery life of the quick release pack as I bought one specifically for the siren but I don’t see the point in using it if it lasts 3 weeks? Probably just leave the D batteries Thanks for the video, best review out there!
@@gregrennie97 Thanks Grey. I will add a pinned update to this video in 3 weeks to provide updates on the battery situation, and then ongoing as to when each battery set runs down.
Has anyone hard wired the device ? If so might sound stupid but are people drilling a hole from the inside of hair house all the way to the outside to route the power supply ?
Yes its just like using a doorbell transformer, or I think Ring supply a power adapter also. Just remember to silicon the hole after to stop draught and creepy crawlies coming in.
I’m probably missing something really obvious, but how the heck do you get the siren on to its bracket? Mounted the bracket, have the tamper screw and 4 sliders lined up, it just won’t click in to place! ☹
@@SpectrumGeeks Cheers! Turns out my wall is not totally flat so that was causing the issue. Did exactly that, applied pressure at the front and it slid in to place woohoo
Does the dusk till dawn light glow bright or dimly as I have installed with the ring rechargeable battery pack and the logo glows really dim in some pics and videos it's really bright on mine you can hardly see it lit up
Yes it can use DD batteries only, I cant say exactly how long it will last, as it will depend if you use the light feature, and how many times the siren goes off. However, I have not yet replaced or charged the batteries but its still showing full since doing this video.
Yup, you get push notification, email and can configure it to call 3 different numbers to alert the alarm has been triggered. You can then reset this from the phone if needed remotely.
Hi I've had outdoor sirens on my ring alarm for the last 8 months My alarm is connected to my two ring outdoor cameras so when the alarm is triggered I have two sirens going off on my outdoor cameras plus my base station and keypad Also does the dc supply keep the quick release battery charged? cheers
Hi Dave, I just did some searching, looks like the ability to trigger the sirens on the camera from the alarm is a new feature (I had requested this in the past) that looks like it was enabled on the 22nd December 2020. So good to see this is now added. DC power will keep the quick release battery charged. Thanks Dale
For those interested in the Ring update to trigger linked cameras with sirens, here it is - community.ring.com/t/alarm-feature-update-linked-devices-camera-siren/25922
@@SpectrumGeeks blimey thought it had been longer than that lol,I would be interested in an outdoor siren if the quick release battery could be charged by the dc supply I've hardwired my ring doorbell and the ac supply trickle charges the battery thanks for the info on the dc supply charging the battery Great video cheers👍
Its an alarm, so when the alarm is trigger by someone smashing a window, breaking in via a door or something that has a sensor on it, the alarm will sound.
Great video - best one on RUclips for this! I cant seem to find your pinned comment about duration of the quick release battery . Now you are living with this, how often do you need to change (presume its more regularly in winter)
I didn't pin the comment, instead provided a few updates in the community section with pics. Short version ... its still on the original D Cells and Quick Release Battery, and still showing all green in the app. I only use it as a siren, so none of the lighting etc, so battery consumption is very low, and only had a couple of false set offs.
Had mine installed for about a week... installed the batter and left on the floor in the kitchen till I installed...about 9 days in the lithium battery is showing 50%, I’ve been using the logo light set dusk till dawn... installation was so easy... I sometime drill a hole to find its all wrong, but not in this case... built in spirit level is heaven sent!... anyways it’s amazing... I have monitored system with 4 cameras and extra sensors... got mine from ring for £50... best £50 ever spent... much better then the window stickers they gave me with the alarm... worth buying an extra battery for £20 instead of a solar panel one charge and waiting 🔋
Really good and well explained video!! I watched this vid and just fitted my outdoor siren, which recently arrived from Ring. After removing the D batteries, I popped in a quick release battery and hard wired the siren via a Ring plugin adapter. All worked well and was done in just under an hour. I'm looking forward to seeing the dusk till dawn light option. In addition I went in to the app and set the siren option for my floodlight camera and my Garage camera. Thanks to you and Dave Jarvis for pointing out this new option!
Batteries tend to corrode when there is no power draw, as this shouldn't be an issue I think it will be fine. As for the wire, traditional door bell wire should be fine, its not a power hungry beast, so no specific brand recommendation.
Can this alarm be used on its own so if I see some one in my garden on my cctv can I via the app while I’m at work turn the alarm on to hopefully deter anyone from continuing to try and burgle My house
Nice vid. I’ve bought the power connector and wonder if the D batteries should be removed so they won’t leak being up there for a long time… or does the system advise that they need changing by running independent power tests even though the mains power is also connected? If I remove the D cell batteries this would obviously make it easier to cut the wire and disable the siren.
I have done some checks, and there is nothing to say you should remove the D Cell batteries, even if you are using alternative power supplies. So I guess you should be ok to leave them in, and they will provide a backup power source.
hi great video but quick question?? when hard wiring in the unit by way of 2nd gen ring power adaptor with the battery pack charged up and added does the hard wire power trickle charge the battery??? obviously with the removal of the 3 d batteries, so you would never need to remove the unit again??? just leave it then to work on its own devices???
I'll update when I've installed mine just having an argument with my ladders at the moment because they won't promise not to throw me off mid job. last thing i need when the nurses and ambulance crews are on strike.
@@SpectrumGeeks Well survived the installation now singing like a canary. Thought i'd test battery life before i hardwire it the only problem i have now is the contact sensors given the UPVC doors sit proud of the frame and not flush. Any tips would be greatly appreciated
Can you change the settings so the siren sounds if motion is detected on a specific camera? For example if a window is smashed rather than opened the sensor will not be broken so will not set off the alarm but then if an internal camera will pick up motion from an intruder. Does this set off the alarm & siren?
great and informative video i had the ring alarm for a short while and it was a hassle to use for my mrs and the external siren died after 2 months after we had heavy rain on inspection rain had got inside ,so it was replaced by a honeywell galaxy panel and pyronix deltabell with risco pirs and my mrs can operate it blindfolded as its easier than the ring to use
The only downside of products like this is the huge label right on the side showing the brand. It tells a potential burglar what make of alarm you have and possibly arms them with the information to defeat it. Its for this reason I never put up any of the stickers that came with my alarm, rather just a generic one stating there is an alarm installed. Ring are even makeing it plainly obvious with that dusk to dawn feature. Very sneaky :)
I bought this siren from the UK but it won't let me connect to my ring alarm system in the USA. What is the problem? Do you have any idea how I can do it?
I can only assume the Ring systems knows you are in the USA and for some reason will not allow you to add this product as they removed it due the to legal issues encountered in the USA.
Just put my alarm up with battery pack and hardwire from ring which now charges the ring battery. I’ve programmed all the LEDs to flash red when alarm is activated. The neighbours think I’m hoarding diamonds 💎 😂
Great review. Just installed quick release battery as well with dusk to Dawn on. No solar power so will see how long the change lasts. Like the comments from others on doing better than three weeks. Thanks for the vid. Den
Thanks for watching and commenting. Be interesting to hear how you get on with Dusk to Dawn enabled. I have that feature off and after 10 months both batteries still showing full.
@@rahimqureshi185 thank you for reminding me. lasted three weeks today. I am happy with that, I won’t bother with the split panel. The other batteries are still showing full power. 👌👌
Hi Naz, unfortunately I have no current plans to hardwire the siren, as I don't have easy access to cabling in the install location. So I will be seeing how long the battery solution works over time.
Functional, simple system that just works great for a great price but their keypad and this massive baby blue siren look like plastic toys... absolutely aesthetically horrendous design save for the actual hub. Should hire a whole new design crew to make these look a little more "serious". I can't believe you are worried about a sleek black solar panel on your house when your already hanging this abomination lol. In for a penny in for a pound as they say? ;)
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I agree, the front of the alarm should be a smart solar panel, then it wouldn't require all the battery space at the back of the unit or wiring to power it.
On the plus side, the batteries are still showing 100%
It is now available in the U.S. and I really thank you for the smart review. Much appreciated.
My pleasure!
How many decibels on loud setting.
Over 100 dB at 1 metre distance.
Hi, I've had the siren since launch and use the dusk to dawn feature with lithium pack. I've set it to come on 1hr after dusk and turn off 30 mins before dawn, battery still showing 100% after 9-10 days. Hoping to get get 2 months on battery as don't fancy going up the ladder too often :-/ I'll keep you posted with my experience with battery life. All the best, Rob
Cheers Rob, that would be handy.
@@SpectrumGeeks Hello again, hope you're well. Just a quick message with update..... Now at half battery after 22 Days....
@@Lagunasaxoxr2 Cheers. Just checked mine. Both still indicating 100%.
@@SpectrumGeeks Hi, 5 weeks it lasted in the end. Only first charge cycle on battery so may get a little improvement in future. Oh BTW, just signed up to Octopus using your link, £50 should be coming your way 👍
@@Lagunasaxoxr2 Many thanks for using my referral link. I just checked and both my batteries still at 100%.
i got one and used the old alarm wiring to get the 12vdc i powereed from the old wiring it is a little frustrating that Ardwired does not allow to charge the battery pack as conventional batteries may leak over time so left them out. But if i could be bothered to go up again id possible try to find the same plug as the solar panel and direct the 12v there and that should charge the ring battery pack.
Interesting the hardwire doesnt charge the battery pack, perhaps the transformer cant supply sufficient extra power for charging that as well as powering the device.
@@SpectrumGeeks it does allude to it in the manual i assume its because the hardwire as 12-24v range and i bet that is more than the battery takes from the solar input.
Hi, I have an Arlo Doorbell but interested in the Ring Siren to activate if see anybody on Camera etc. do you just need to buy the Ring base for this product
You will need the Ring base and at least one Ring sensor to be able to trigger it.
If you're going to supply a 12v power supply to the siren, do you still need the Duracell batteries fitted? My siren will be going very high on the property and I'm hoping to install it and not go back to it
Ideally you want the D Cell or the removable chargeable battery to provide backup power in the event of a powercut, but in short it only needs one form of power, so 12v power will be fine solo.
4:35 I’m pretty sure you can also use that antitheft button as a panic button too
I think you will struggle to use it as a panic button when mounted up on the exterior wall of a house.
You you have a ring camera will the alarm on it go off in conjunction with this siern?
Yes if you configure it this way.
I have it so the camera siren and this siren will go off if triggered.
Great video. Any update on the battery level three months later?
Just checked. Both still showing fully green batteries, so I am impressed. The alarm has also been triggered once during this time.
@@SpectrumGeeks out of interest was it a genuine trigger or false alarm? I'm thinking of hooking mine up with just the door contacts as our dog has access to all the downstairs rooms
@@R3DP4TH False alarms :) A couple of times I opened the door to let the dog out before disabling the alarm in the morning :)
where can i find the DC supply for hardwiring if i don't want to use the plug-in adaptor? And adaptor can transfer the main to DC supply?
I didn't consider doing this myself, but I assume it would be the same power source as used for a wired door bell as its just low voltage.
I havent installed mine yet as I can't find a suitable place.I don't want to hardwire as I need to be able to access to change batteries etc.The front of my house is tiled,so they don't look stable enough to hold it.The brick part is low down,I could install there but it would be low down.I don't suppose it has to be elevated.
There is no NEED for it to be elevated, the obvious reason why it is though, is to stop people easily knocking / taking it down.
If the front of your house is tiled, perhaps if can go on the side, rear or perhaps garage?
Think I shall position it low down,it is not in an area that will have people passing.Anyone approaching it would be caught by camera and the tamper facility should set alarm if it was interfered with.Will give it a go tomorrow.May buy a solar panel in future.
Thanks for the review. I’m on a waiting list as I didn’t get there in time. My existing siren on the old alarm has a transformer and a 12v comm cable providing power to the rechargeable battery on the current siren.
I’m presuming I can take that wire and apply it to the terminal on the ring siren. I’ll test the voltage when I get up there. If so, that will save me wiring it in. I’ll keep you posted.
Yup this should work. As you say just check the voltage is within tolerance and you should be good to go.
Which of the ring solar panels work on the siren
Ring barrel-plug Solar Panels, not the new USB-C ones.
Ring say the quick release battery will only last 3 weeks if the dusk till dawn feature is enabled, but should also last approx 3 years if not enabled.
Interesting, thats not what they told me.
Quote from Ring to my question of how long the batteries will last.
"Great questions! The D Batteries associated with the Ring Alarm Outdoor Siren will last for approximately three years, with an average of four activations per year. On average, the Quick Release Battery will last for three weeks. If you have more questions, please send us a DM. "
@@SpectrumGeeks I am waiting for mine to arrive! Quite disappointed with the battery life of the quick release pack as I bought one specifically for the siren but I don’t see the point in using it if it lasts 3 weeks? Probably just leave the D batteries
Thanks for the video, best review out there!
@@gregrennie97 Thanks Grey. I will add a pinned update to this video in 3 weeks to provide updates on the battery situation, and then ongoing as to when each battery set runs down.
Has anyone hard wired the device ? If so might sound stupid but are people drilling a hole from the inside of hair house all the way to the outside to route the power supply ?
Yes its just like using a doorbell transformer, or I think Ring supply a power adapter also.
Just remember to silicon the hole after to stop draught and creepy crawlies coming in.
Is it loud enough? I have ring security and it isn’t loud enough imo
I think so, but I guess your requirements might be different. Certainly loud enough to be heard and annoy people enough to investigate.
I’m probably missing something really obvious, but how the heck do you get the siren on to its bracket? Mounted the bracket, have the tamper screw and 4 sliders lined up, it just won’t click in to place! ☹
Its certainly fiddly. All I can advise is to apply gentle front pressure whilst sliding it one, took me some wiggling to get on also.
@@SpectrumGeeks Cheers! Turns out my wall is not totally flat so that was causing the issue. Did exactly that, applied pressure at the front and it slid in to place woohoo
@@londonboy1980 Excellent. My brick work is similar, all over the shop (by design) so is an arse installing anything to it :)
Does the dusk till dawn light glow bright or dimly as I have installed with the ring rechargeable battery pack and the logo glows really dim in some pics and videos it's really bright on mine you can hardly see it lit up
Its a subtle glow vs a bright light.
It may be brighter if hard wired, but I can't comment on that.
Great video - any update now on alarm battery? Trying to decide whether to hard wire or just stick reusable battery with lights off!
I just checked ... both batteries still sat at 100%.
So no regrets on this decision so far.
Can it use only DD batteries without any other power source? And how long it will last? Thanks
Yes it can use DD batteries only, I cant say exactly how long it will last, as it will depend if you use the light feature, and how many times the siren goes off. However, I have not yet replaced or charged the batteries but its still showing full since doing this video.
If you were away from your house do you get a push notification to say it has gone off and can you stop it or reset it from your phone?
Yup, you get push notification, email and can configure it to call 3 different numbers to alert the alarm has been triggered.
You can then reset this from the phone if needed remotely.
Hi I've had outdoor sirens on my ring alarm for the last 8 months
My alarm is connected to my two ring outdoor cameras so when the alarm is triggered I have two sirens going off on my outdoor cameras plus my base station and keypad
Also does the dc supply keep the quick release battery charged? cheers
Hi Dave, I just did some searching, looks like the ability to trigger the sirens on the camera from the alarm is a new feature (I had requested this in the past) that looks like it was enabled on the 22nd December 2020. So good to see this is now added.
DC power will keep the quick release battery charged.
Thanks
Dale
For those interested in the Ring update to trigger linked cameras with sirens, here it is - community.ring.com/t/alarm-feature-update-linked-devices-camera-siren/25922
@@SpectrumGeeks blimey thought it had been longer than that lol,I would be interested in an outdoor siren if the quick release battery could be charged by the dc supply
I've hardwired my ring doorbell and the ac supply trickle charges the battery thanks for the info on the dc supply charging the battery Great video cheers👍
@@davejarvis5279 Thanks for watching and commenting. As mentioned sure it charges the battery the same as the doorbells.
does it matter with way the hardwires are put in ?
Yes, on the inside of the siren it indicates what side of the hardwire terminals as positive + and minus -
What does it actually do and when does it go off? If someone walks up your drive at 2am is that what its designed for?
Its an alarm, so when the alarm is trigger by someone smashing a window, breaking in via a door or something that has a sensor on it, the alarm will sound.
Great video - best one on RUclips for this! I cant seem to find your pinned comment about duration of the quick release battery . Now you are living with this, how often do you need to change (presume its more regularly in winter)
I didn't pin the comment, instead provided a few updates in the community section with pics.
Short version ... its still on the original D Cells and Quick Release Battery, and still showing all green in the app.
I only use it as a siren, so none of the lighting etc, so battery consumption is very low, and only had a couple of false set offs.
This needs to be made available in the USA, especially with the increased lawlessness over the past 2 years.. 🇺🇸
A US version should be available again soon. Seems there was a legal issue with the shape and looking like ADT.
it's been years and we still haven't gotten one.
Had mine installed for about a week... installed the batter and left on the floor in the kitchen till I installed...about 9 days in the lithium battery is showing 50%, I’ve been using the logo light set dusk till dawn... installation was so easy... I sometime drill a hole to find its all wrong, but not in this case... built in spirit level is heaven sent!... anyways it’s amazing... I have monitored system with 4 cameras and extra sensors... got mine from ring for £50... best £50 ever spent... much better then the window stickers they gave me with the alarm... worth buying an extra battery for £20 instead of a solar panel one charge and waiting 🔋
Yup, its good stuff. I just checked my batteries are still 100%.
Really good and well explained video!! I watched this vid and just fitted my outdoor siren, which recently arrived from Ring. After removing the D batteries, I popped in a quick release battery and hard wired the siren via a Ring plugin adapter. All worked well and was done in just under an hour. I'm looking forward to seeing the dusk till dawn light option. In addition I went in to the app and set the siren option for my floodlight camera and my Garage camera. Thanks to you and Dave Jarvis for pointing out this new option!
Top job Danny, cheers for sharing.
2 questions. Any concerns about the D batteries corroding?
Any recommendations on which brand of wire to use (I already know the necessary spec)?
Batteries tend to corrode when there is no power draw, as this shouldn't be an issue I think it will be fine.
As for the wire, traditional door bell wire should be fine, its not a power hungry beast, so no specific brand recommendation.
Can this alarm be used on its own so if I see some one in my garden on my cctv can I via the app while I’m at work turn the alarm on to hopefully deter anyone from continuing to try and burgle My house
Yes, as seen in the video you can use the app to sound the siren.
Would batteries be needed at all if it is hard wired?
They would recommend batteries for when there is a power outage. So the stock D Cell batteries would be fine.
Nice vid. I’ve bought the power connector and wonder if the D batteries should be removed so they won’t leak being up there for a long time… or does the system advise that they need changing by running independent power tests even though the mains power is also connected? If I remove the D cell batteries this would obviously make it easier to cut the wire and disable the siren.
I have done some checks, and there is nothing to say you should remove the D Cell batteries, even if you are using alternative power supplies. So I guess you should be ok to leave them in, and they will provide a backup power source.
@@SpectrumGeeksThanks 🙂
hi great video but quick question?? when hard wiring in the unit by way of 2nd gen ring power adaptor with the battery pack charged up and added does the hard wire power trickle charge the battery??? obviously with the removal of the 3 d batteries, so you would never need to remove the unit again??? just leave it then to work on its own devices???
Yup the power adapter should maintain the quick release battery without issue.
@@SpectrumGeeks That's what Ring has just told me too, so will be fitting it hard wired with the battery pack. Here's hoping!
Why can’t I find this anywhere in uk?
I think the demand was higher than expected. About 9 week wait right now, you can use my amazon link in the description.
@@SpectrumGeeks that’s great thanx for the instant info. Great work.
Can you connect to mains directly in UK?
Yes, you can wire it in, similar to how you would hard wire a doorbell.
Great summary, thanks!
Thanks for watching and commenting
10 months on has the battery dies yet?
Just checked. Both batteries still showing fully green and 100%. Will post a pic in the community tab.
You can use the siren on the cameras as well
Yeah, I found this out after, as wasn't previously possible, but an update in December made it possible.
@@SpectrumGeeks Does this mean that it's now possible for the Ring alarm to trigger the siren in my Ring Floodlight Cam? Thanks
@@jackhenriques yup :)
this stuff is amazing fitted the alarm yesterday and am so impressed with it
Awesome.
Got mine on uk launch day, really pleased with it, I see Amazon sold out very fast, now a 9 week wait.
Wow that is some wait ... I guess a few people wanted a siren then :)
I'll update when I've installed mine just having an argument with my ladders at the moment because they won't promise not to throw me off mid job. last thing i need when the nurses and ambulance crews are on strike.
Be safe. Mine is still working well without issue.
@@SpectrumGeeks Well survived the installation now singing like a canary. Thought i'd test battery life before i hardwire it the only problem i have now is the contact sensors given the UPVC doors sit proud of the frame and not flush. Any tips would be greatly appreciated
@@Paul-tg4xg No tips I am afraid, mine are the same on the uPVC. Not really pretty, but still work.
Can you change the settings so the siren sounds if motion is detected on a specific camera? For example if a window is smashed rather than opened the sensor will not be broken so will not set off the alarm but then if an internal camera will pick up motion from an intruder. Does this set off the alarm & siren?
YES. When you configure the alarm system in home and away mode you can specify the cameras and sensors that will cause the system to trigger.
@@SpectrumGeeks Thank you 👍🏼
great and informative video i had the ring alarm for a short while and it was a hassle to use for my mrs and the external siren died after 2 months after we had heavy rain on inspection rain had got inside ,so it was replaced by a honeywell galaxy panel and pyronix deltabell with risco pirs and my mrs can operate it blindfolded as its easier than the ring to use
Thanks for sharing your experience and alternative options.
Touch wood, not had any issues with mine, and continue to be a big Ring fan.
The only downside of products like this is the huge label right on the side showing the brand. It tells a potential burglar what make of alarm you have and possibly arms them with the information to defeat it. Its for this reason I never put up any of the stickers that came with my alarm, rather just a generic one stating there is an alarm installed. Ring are even makeing it plainly obvious with that dusk to dawn feature. Very sneaky :)
Thats a valid point, so its a trade off for having increased external alerting vs more stealthy solution.
Have to remember it is there to deter people. Someone is more likely to try and rob you if they don’t see any alarm system than if they do.
I bought this siren from the UK but it won't let me connect to my ring alarm system in the USA. What is the problem? Do you have any idea how I can do it?
I can only assume the Ring systems knows you are in the USA and for some reason will not allow you to add this product as they removed it due the to legal issues encountered in the USA.
Just put my alarm up with battery pack and hardwire from ring which now charges the ring battery. I’ve programmed all the LEDs to flash red when alarm is activated. The neighbours think I’m hoarding diamonds 💎 😂
Nice work!
Does the hardwire , charge the quick release battery? (Just confused as heard somewhere it does not)
3:05 100dB at 100m? That's probably louder than a jumbo jet! I think you probably mean 100dB at 1m... 😆
LOL, good spot. Yes I mean 1 meter but miss spoke.
Great review. Just installed quick release battery as well with dusk to Dawn on. No solar power so will see how long the change lasts. Like the comments from others on doing better than three weeks. Thanks for the vid. Den
Thanks for watching and commenting. Be interesting to hear how you get on with Dusk to Dawn enabled. I have that feature off and after 10 months both batteries still showing full.
@@SpectrumGeeks set it to 90mins after dusk and 90 mins before dawn. Will keep an eye on it and confirm 👌
@@DenSol-xk4sd How was it? I read you need to have it hard wired or use a solar panel to use the Dusk to Dawn feature? Is that correct?
@@rahimqureshi185 thank you for reminding me. lasted three weeks today. I am happy with that, I won’t bother with the split panel. The other batteries are still showing full power. 👌👌
Great video. Nothing in the instructions for the USA? Don't they speak English? 🙂
Thanks for watching, USA is English American, not the Queens English ... I guess now its the Kings English :)
Nice video but the ring alarm not all that fitted for a customer not that good
Thanks for watching and commenting. Not sure what you mean about it not being fit for customers though?
Thanks for this! I was looking forward to your video about the siren. Would love if you go over the hardwired installation.
Hi Naz, unfortunately I have no current plans to hardwire the siren, as I don't have easy access to cabling in the install location.
So I will be seeing how long the battery solution works over time.
@@SpectrumGeeks Do you know if you do hard wire the power to the siren does the quick release battery get charged?
@@petershores I am afraid I don't know for sure as not tried it, however I would imagine it would.
Its so ugly to put on the side of the house. They should make a more understated model.
It could certainly be nicer, but I feel all external siren boxes are not the most beautiful of products.
They have things in other countries that America doesn't have?!?! That's discrimination and a violation of my entitlement!
I think I recall this not being available in the USA due to Ring arguments with AT&T and the fact this looks like AT&T's.
Functional, simple system that just works great for a great price but their keypad and this massive baby blue siren look like plastic toys... absolutely aesthetically horrendous design save for the actual hub. Should hire a whole new design crew to make these look a little more "serious". I can't believe you are worried about a sleek black solar panel on your house when your already hanging this abomination lol. In for a penny in for a pound as they say? ;)
While I do agree Bill that they design aesthetic could be better. I think most alarm box / sirens look pants, so this fits in well with that theme :)
Have you seen the rest of the outdoor siren boxes in the U.K.? This looks way better
Had mine installed for 2 weeks so far running D-Cells and quick release battery (with dusk till dawn off) and so far both are on 100%.
Great video!
Same ... fingers crossed it continues :)