You two crack me up. 😂 I'm a huge blooper guy, so the end of your videos always makes me smile. It's like having desert at the end of every meal. I always look forward to it. Maybe that's why I'm ...... fat.
I believe your motion sensor will work better in your office mounted in the upper corner as it is easier for the unit to detect motion than coming straight at it from my experience. You might want to do a quick test to see which location works best. Love your channel.
Chad and Tara I just want to say that I love your presentation on ring product you guys were very thorough you make a great sale person for ring you sold me on the product keep the great video coming
I like the ring systems you showed. Now I don't think that all of it is something I would use. But it's still a great idea for a lot of people. I do have the ring doorbell for my RV and really enjoy knowing who was near my RV.
Awesome information. Really makes it easy since we have the same rig! My wife and I are really enjoying your videos. Thanks for the info, hope to see you on the road.
You guys are our best travelers. Great info on the security, as my wife and I are on the verge of full time, thanks. We boondock alot and this could help with while we are gone keeping an eye on things. We wish you two the best! Safe travels. Thank you Larry and Claudia Miller San Diego Ca. Retired
Tara, I am trying to focus on the all the techie talk, but all I can think is how beautiful that turquoise and pink are on you! Love those colors together!! 😊
This video is a year old by this point but I am looking at security systems for my skoolie. I like y'alls reviews and ideas on way of life because even though you are in an RV, you move around a lot like I will. Very helpful, keep it up!
You mentioned monitored security. Just an FYI, SimpliSafe offers monitoring services for RVers, you just have to login or call and update the address of your new location. Obviously, this isn't for everyone and really depends on how you travel but if you hop from RV park to RV park it could be a great option. If not, the free self monitoring is always an option too.
We simplisafe and asked them about that. If you move infrequently that is an option, but not every week or two (sometimes a few days at a time). Also, right now we are boondocking and there is no address at all.
@@ChangingLanes Completely agree. It's not for everyone especially if you boondock or move around alot. Just wanted people to know it's an option. They even talk about it on their website.
I have been researching security systems for a while and keep coming back to Ring. For the RV right now I am just using a video doorbell. Your review was excellent. Thumbs up, Lou
You guys surely look out for your fellow RVers ....Chad is like THE perfect spokes person ..research ..thought out ..speak without all the ums and ahs...(no offence to anyone who does that cause I do ) ... Daisey has the best parents ...LOL!!!
We're not going to be full time for a few more years yet, but this is a topic that has really interested me. Thanks so much for shedding some light on it!!
Good stuff. I have Ring at home but didn't get it for free. 😂 - I had a commercial grade alarm system that was monitored by a 3rd party company. It was great but didn't offer the add on cameras and items. Plus I was paying $450 a year. Ring came along, I started with just the doorbell cam & once I saw in their app all you can add I switched our alarm to it. Their monitoring company is spot on with call backs. $100 a year couldn't be beat. I have the 10 pc at home & added a few C02 smoke alarms to get rid of my wired detectors, had 6 outdoor stick up cam battery with solar panels they offer but a few cloudy days they'd go offline. I switched my outside security cams to all POE cams & Unifi Protect but kept Ring for the doorbell & alarm system. Off to check your internet and booster vids. I gotta see how all this connects up when you're out camping.
Yes She does. Vanna wears tight skimpy dresses and sometimes looks loose and cheap. Tara just has natural Beauty and Class. Wait maybe I have that wrong. Your right that still leaves Tara in the Vanna has nothing on you Camp (No pun intended). Great video as usual. Your presentation has given me a positive view on the Ring System. We are not full time yet but have been thinking about security systems for our Trailers. This definitely looks like a great one.
Best rv’ers on youtube. I love your videos so much. I’ve learned so much watching your videos. I won’t be full time for another couple years (need to finish my masters) but I have gotten so many ideas from you guys and learned so much. Thank thank you from the bottom of my heart.
FYI: If someone really wanted to bypass all of that, they would buy both (since they would have no idea how you are connecting) a cell jammer and WiFi jammer and attach to/near the respective antennas. I bought a cell jammer from China for $20. Once in, disable/attenuate siren via hammer or padded box. Presumably that thing would tell you of lost connectivity, but that may be ignored or you may be too far away. You would have to be dedicated to do all of this, but who knows. Love your videos.
LOL! Yea... I'm sure the crew from mission impossible (or Ocean's 11) could break into our rig. But, after a cost/benefit analysis would likely give up on the idea. It' snot perfect but will deter 99.9% of average criminals. Thanks for watching! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
I have a Ring Doorbell and couple other stick up cams.I like it very much, You system is newer than mine and I can tell they have definitely updated equipment and features.
Thank you for this! We want a security system since we will now be traveling with our little zoo (2 dogs/2 cats) and love the idea of an indoor camera! Also, what do you use for your wifi and the wifi ranger? Do you have a cellular service, satellite, or both? While we aren’t full-timers, we want to boondock more and are trying to figure out what might work best for us. So glad to have found your channel! Thank you, again!
Nice Daisy cam. Lol. I’ve had Nest products in my home for 4 years now an I’m not real happy with it. I’m certainly going to switch to Ring for my home as well as for my future toy hauler.
Ring has great customer support. I really like their devices. Just hope 24/7 recording becomes available and an app for the Apple 4K TV would be nice too! Love how it works on the echo show with the skill enabled. Pretty neat it works on the RV!! Technology is amazing. Great video as always!! Safe Travels!🙏🙏🙏
Great stuff, guys. We've used a Ring doorbell cam and several wireless Ring stickup cams with solar panels around our house for some time. They've worked great. We were on a European trip one time and our son and daughter-in-law were staying at our house. One Sunday morning I got an alert and saw that our DIL had gone out to the pool to read. You can talk through the Ring cam and using my best Darth Vader voice, I said, "Stephanie, this is God. Why aren't you at church?" My daughter-in-law must have flown five feet out of her lounger.
Just wanted to say Thank you! Great video, as always. We are upgrading and configuring our diesel pusher 37' for Fulltime living in 2 years. Project videos are very helpful!
Great review as usual from both of you. One point to bring out, these ring systems integrate great with the Alexa echo system. Couple of examples: 1. You can arm your ring alarm system just by saying "Alexa I am leaving" and it will arm the ring system and go into guard mode. 2. In guard mode it become a listener for your fire / smoke / CO2 / Propane alarms going off and will trigger Ring if they do. It also listens for sound of breaking glass. 3. They integrate with the camera systems, so you can answer the door bell. With the Firecube it will even display the camera on your TV and let you talk to the person. 4. The Echo Show is a little touch screen enabled audio / visual version of the echos, It fully integrates with the cameras and door bells so you can display and talk through the ring system to the person at the door bell or camera. Have one in my Living room and Office and someone comes up to the doorbell it triggers the motion alert and I can voice activate the camera on the echo show, or touch the button on the touchscreen and see in seconds what triggered it.
I enjoy your channel and watch all of your videos. A quick question I could not find addressed anywhere in the comments. . . What is the step down voltage of the base station? I'm assuming that it is not operating on 120 volts ac, rather is stepped down to a DC voltage. As I primitive camp and do not run AC inverter, I have many accessories which I convert my 12 volt DC power supply to the appropriate voltage of the peripheral. As an example my security cameras operate at 9 volts DC. It was very simple to convert the 12 volts to 9 volts to run these cameras. Why no AC inverter? They typically run at about a 90% efficiency. I do not wish to lose 10% of my power. Happy trails!
We personally like using the AC power, so we can be notified if power goes out while we're gone. We have a MarCell for that also, but like the redundancy. But, that's just us... I just checked and it's 9v@3.0A, so that shouldn't be a problem.
A thumbs up to you guys, as you've been helpful big time to the community at large! One thing you didn't mention (so I'll assume you don't have one) is a 'doorbell'? I've always thought a doorbell with a camera would be a good security option for RV's, where if you got a knock at the door in the middle of the night, you could see whom is out there, and from there make a decision if it's someone you know, or if it would be someone you don't want to have anything to do with! Also, if you could see and talk to them via your phone would be a valuable asset! I know Ring has a doorbell setup, but I'm unsure if it's fully waterproof, and wouldn't fall off over time as your driving once it's installed? This is definitely something we have thought of, as we have our Class A diesel pusher in our driveway, and one night had the side drivers window smashed out, where someone then walked through and helped themselves (not that we had anything of huge value) where it was raining heavily that night, so the rain obviously got through the broken window, and they left the door wide open upon leaving! We had no idea until the morning, when my wife was heading out....so a security system would have caught this issue and let us know well in advance upon them entering! Again...unsure on the doorbell option, as it's something I believe I'd find to be a great supplement to what you already have!
Hi, Dale! We've thought about adding a doorbell or outside camera. We might get the Video Doorbell 2... A little searching on waterproof yields: Is the Ring Video Doorbell Waterproof? Yes - but only against normal rain and splash water! It can’t be submerged completely in water or constantly sitting in heavy rain. I think we'll reach out to Ring about it and maybe test one... 👍🏼
Whoa,,, thanks for sharing,,, It looks to be pretty decent security alarm w-wireless system for the RV,,, Safe, happy & blessed travel on your journey,,,
I am planning on fulltiming in the next couple of years and security is very important to me. Thanks for doing this video. I can see the possibilities.
Be sure to check out today's video where we talk about adding more smoke detectors to our system.. 👍🏼 Thanks for watching, Gladys! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
I’m just researching a system now and ran across this today. I’ve been a subscriber for awhile and enjoy your videos. Since this is 4 years old what is current status on system? Thanks!
It’s good to see a non-subscription, wireless alarm system. We’re getting ready to full-time in September and are getting our day one list together. Thanks for reviewing this. Oh yeah, nice bike!!!
Great video-2 Questions: 1) How often do you have to charge the batteries?? 2) Any concern on hackers taking control of the camera/mic/security system? Thanks
I hope you see this comment as just posted but notice the video is from April. "Enjoy The Journey" made a recent video about RV safety & showed this as a link. This subject is buzzing with a lot of people now and you've done a nice video on it. May I suggest you re-post it as many people new to your channel may have missed it as I did.
Hi, James! Curious where you seeing lots of buzz? We can't re-post on youtube as that is a one time action... But we can share on FB, IG, etc... Thanks! 😊
@@ChangingLanes Thank You for your reply, as for the "Buzz" a number of channels I follow such as "Enjoy The Journey" are talking about Safety, several referring to the two people murdered near Texas, Mexico border & their Rv stolen. Solo Boondocking in the middle of nowhere, rest areas, etc can be a dangerous thing to do. Several channels address how one might handle a situation while in their RV, but I raised the question to one channel, "What If' you are outside just cooking, or just come back from somewhere or any other example and find 1 to 3 guys come out of nowhere and confront you. If boondocking by yourself, it seems this could be one of the most scary and vulnerable times to be in. The person I raised this question to jumped all over me for even asking it, yet I believe it is a valid question as more people are boondocking. The simple answer I guess is if one is afraid this might happen, don't boondock, but that still does not address the problem. Over 1600 people a year go missing in State, & National Parks every year with only a couple hundred found, some dead, some still alive, what happened to the many hundreds never found? I reached out to you as you are one I follow & respect, and when Enjoy The Journey showed your link I thought it was an excellent video. I also have discovered if you do a search on RV safey it brings up a number of RUclips videos people have made, so I have decided not to pursue any farther.
Totally agree that remote boondocking is risky for sure! We've only boondocked in populated areas (Lone Rock Beach video will be out in a couple of weeks), or businesses (Harvest Hosts). If we were going to remote boondock, we'd make sure we had friends there also.
Great job as always guys! Chad you did such as great job explaining the Ring system that I've purchased a system for my home. Nice job explaining a fairly technical subject. Wish us luck!
Can this system be localize or does it require internet to function? I don't plan on having an ISP. I like that it's automated with features like z-wave and zigbee so I can pair it up with automated lights. I'm not worried about the camera monitoring as I have own own CCTV. I am not concern with false alarms/pet triggers when I am away. I plan on using it as a DIY/self monitored security to protect my family while we are home, door/window senors are my primary reason for the purchase. Thank you,
Yours was a particularly good video covering some important ground. There were so many moving parts/options though, that it might make sense to break this down and explain one element at a time. Hey, i'm 64, losing brain cells faster than I produce them, and I need the extra review :) what can I say. Nice job again and happy travels.
Oooooo the freeze sensor would be cool near basement water pipes in cold weather! Are the cameras with motion sensors outdoor compatible (rain, etc)? Or are there some other good camera options for outside of the rig? I was thinking of using cameras and motion lights?
Good review and being honest about things aka Life have been thinking about ring security for home and RV really need the wireless install don't like poking holes and running wires through stuff when you don't have a clue what is behind a wall or panel ,wireless is the only way do agree with mounting second key pad at eye level and maybe painting it Pink. It's a blond thing just FYI LOL thanks
We're hopeful that there will be a Ring compatible monitor in the near future to go with our alarm system. Until then, we'll keep using the MarCELL system that we've used since we hit the road in Dec 2017. amzn.to/2zoWKah It monitors power, temperature, and humidity. It does require service (for the cellular connection), which is $99/yr. You set thresholds (high and low) online for both temperature and humidity and define notification methods (text / email) all online. Then, when anything is amiss, both Tara and I get emailed and texted immediately. You can also check the temp and humidity online.
I have had a Ring doorbell for 2 yrs and love it. It's so fun to freak out salesmen, even when I'm not home, by talking to them when they don't know where I am - lol. And I get to watch! I have been considering adding the outside cameras to my doorbell and this looks like the perfect time, it'll help both of us. Thanks for the review & the discount.
You guys are pumping out some great videos, keep up the good work! Been a follower for about 6 months now. Nice to see a fellow Hawkeye’r doing so well. I noticed the VAW-124 patch on your motorcycle vest back in the 2018 Virginia Beach video. I was an AE stationed with VAW-125 back in mid to late 80’s. You guys are “Bear Aces!”
Yea.. I think you guys were in the hangar next to us! Might have been around the same time. I was with VAW120 for a shirt stint before 124. So, I was in that area from 87-92. Thanks for following our journey! 😊
Perfect!!! I’ve been looking for a wireless system and this looks to be the one ☝️. Thank U Soooo Much!!! And love ur Review Vids they are very informative. Thanks 🙏
This is an amazing system. Thank you for all this detailed info. I just can't wait for our family to start our adventure in a few months!! Having the sensors in the garage is so important for us because that will be Sis' bedroom and want her to be secure.
Excellent video, especially since I am retiring and modifying our Toy Hauler for long term traveling this year. This truly is the perfect setup for any RV and I will probably add it to the home security system I have once we relocate to Florida. Either way, you just sold one 10 piece system and thank you.
Solo traveler class b. What components do you recommend to monitor people nosing around the exterior front, sides and rear of my class b in my camping space?
Not sure really.. We don't have any outside cams right now. You could put some outdoor cams out there and bring them in when traveling... or the video doorbell might work. 👍🏼
Good review. I do have some questions. 1) How long to the device batteries last? 2) How to you recharge them and how long does it take? 3) With the security camera, is there storage on the camera or cloud storage? 4) If cloud storage, how much does it cost?
The sensor batteries say up to 3 years Those you replace, not recharge. The other items, depends on settings, and how "active" those settings are. For instance on the keypad, it can sense motion and light up the keypad. The camera can be set to detect and record motion, etc. Based on what we've seen, it seems the keypad batteries should last at least 6-8 months. Camera battery maybe 3-4? All of them can be recharged via usb cable. The camera stores in cloud and it's $3/mo, or it is included with $10/mo monitoring.
I am just now seeing this 2 years later. Do you still like this system? Anything you would change? I would love to see a follow up video to this and how and if you are still using it. Love your videos, Thanks!
Thanks for this great info! I just purchased an 8-piece kit for our travel trailer. I do have a question, what length of screws did you use on the door sensors? I really don't understand why they sent screws for the keypad but not all other components :) Thanks!
Great coverage on this. We have an alarm and camera system on our home here in Hampton VA. and Having it installed on our Florida house. I have wondered how an alarm would work for our RV. Now I know. Thank you.
Thanks! Someone did mention that! Still getting caught up on yesterday's comments.. 😊 Hey.. if you guys aren't using this gas card, you should! ruclips.net/video/Xc2UwKjEJz4/видео.html
Your channel all the videos have been a huge asset and reference point for me and my venture towards FT RV living. Maybe I’ll run into you sometime out there. Cheers!
Excellent review, I currently have ring devices on my home and love it ! The best part is packages get delivered all the time and my mailman knows to ring the doorbell so I no it’s there, and when the neighbor comes to feed the animals when where camping!
I have a ring doorbell with camera for my RV. How should I mount it? With screws and caulk them or sticky command strips or gorilla tape or whey do you think. I was hoping it was going to be in this video
I just ordered the TST TPMS from TechnoRV and can’t wait to get it in. I didn’t see anything regarding a discount but I ordered it anyway. Maybe I’m just a dummy and missed the discount part🤪or they don’t offer it. Oh well, that’s ok, I need it!!
Hey thank you for showing this! Using the camera's at my home and business, so I'm thinking after seeing RV's that are parked have either fire, or theft happen. So I'm going pursue this! [Tell Ring your great Sales people!] But this is great for RV. The other thing I thought might be cool would be to have a strobe on the roof of the vehicle in the event of alarm going off as well. Who know possibilities are endless! Thank you! God bless!
Great review and thanks for the work you put into these. One question which I did not see in the video (might have missed it) does the camera record in the cloud? Just in case if something happens and it gets destroyed you can review the video to see what happened?
Been wanting a newer type of system. I do value what you guys review and what you say . I had noticed your other system , But never heard y’all say anything. So anyway, thanks guys , as always I’ve enjoyed this video. Travel safe
Great content you guys. Been watching you for a few years now. Question regarding the WiFi connectivity of the ring system. Do you use your own WiFi signal or use public access? If you use your own, what router and what system do you recommend that is reasonably price? Thanks, Jaime
That was awesome. I have to figure out the whole internet connectivity first though. Currently only using my phones wifi hotspot when we need it. Research mode to commence!
Great video....it's an issue I've been giving a lot of thought about. Will definitely be getting this system when we pick up our GD Solitude 375RES-R later this year. Thanks, TS
I’m looking forward to clips of Daisy perusing the cupboards, throwing doggy pawties & rifling through the closet from the not-so-hidden camera when you’re out & about. (Also looking forward to getting my Changing Lanes t-shirt any time now - woohoo!)
that would be great for us. It just miss one thing and that would be a temperature sensor. If the ac quit working , i want to know so that my dog doesnt overheat. Sometimes the electricity at campgrounds is subpar at best
We've been using MarCELL since day 1 to keep an eye on Daisy's environment when we're not home: amzn.to/2zoWKah It monitors power, temperature, and humidity. It does require service, which is $99/yr. You set thresholds (high and low) online for both temperature and humidity and define notification methods (text / email) all online. Then, when anything is amiss, both Tara and I get emailed and texted immediately. You can also check the temp and humidity online. However, we're hopeful that Ring or someone will come out with a device that integrates with our Ring security system. When that happens, we can get rid of the MarCELL.
Great info I have ring at home and have had it since Rings beginning and works great. I just purchased a Nucamp Cirrus 820 to be mounted in my F350 for our adventure trip to Alaska. I would like some info on using it on my truck camper.
You guys are the best. My wife and I follow Changing Lanes for the past 1 1/2 years. I am wondering if you have any of the Ring outdoor security cameras/spotlights to make sure no one messes with your bikes and other stuff? I have a Grand Design and several Ring outdoor spot light camera, and am trying to figure out best way to mount them without drilling into the side of the RV. Any suggestion would be helpful.
We have a door bell on the front door, but I might also add one to the rear door.. That's where we secure the bikes to the RV via the steps. You can put up pretty much all the normal outdoor cameras as long as you're willing to take them down before travel. We attach our ring doorbell with command strips.
Thank you both for all your awesome vids. They are very informative! My husband and I will be going full time in the spring and we're currently in the research stage of our adventure! This video was super helpful! Since recording, how has RING been working for you? Are you still enjoying it? I am not too tech savvy, and your videos always break things down very nicely! Thanks again.
Thanks for sharing. I have been told that wireless systems are easy to hack. The only thing I know about computers and technology would fit into a thimble.
Hey guys wonderful overview of security. Once I get my trailer Monday well have better idea on where to place security. Was this Ring system put in before or after the entrance and bay door locks changes.with RVLocks you had a video on. Pick up new trailer Monday, so looking for best bang for the $$$ to just get started. I think on big thing, that is probably inexpensive is some outdoor flood lights coming to front door (my case only entrance) and maybe the opposite side of the rig. But if you could only do one or the other out the gate, would you do the RV Lock replacements or start with the Ring system? Not sure how realistic that everyone has a key to your front door with locks straight from the dealer (builder Grand Design in my case). As always, extremely classy video you two make...I had just watched you about the 3 problems in the 2 move days, and at no time did you seem upset or flustered - will except the bee that went up your shirt. Hope the bit was not too bad and got it removed quickly. Thanks if you can give an answer, it would be appreciated. If not maybe can private message your thoughts. Thanks RVing.Charlie.Brown...
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You two crack me up. 😂 I'm a huge blooper guy, so the end of your videos always makes me smile. It's like having desert at the end of every meal. I always look forward to it. Maybe that's why I'm ...... fat.
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love Ring security at home, now I'll check it for the RV thanks
I believe your motion sensor will work better in your office mounted in the upper corner as it is easier for the unit to detect motion than coming straight at it from my experience. You might want to do a quick test to see which location works best. Love your channel.
Ring is okay. I have it on two properties and its convenient and a very comprehensive electronic accessory to have. I don't have internet yet on RV.
Chad and Tara I just want to say that I love your presentation on ring product you guys were very thorough you make a great sale person for ring you sold me on the product keep the great video coming
I like the ring systems you showed. Now I don't think that all of it is something I would use. But it's still a great idea for a lot of people. I do have the ring doorbell for my RV and really enjoy knowing who was near my RV.
Based partly on this video, I’ve added Ring Systems to our home and Class A RV. Thanks for the review!
Awesome information. Really makes it easy since we have the same rig! My wife and I are really enjoying your videos. Thanks for the info, hope to see you on the road.
Welcome to our channel, Russ! Thanks for following our adventures! 😊
Thank you for the video on RV /HOME security system. It's one of the best I've seen thus far. These are the type videos we need .
Thanks for watching, Dr. Don! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
Just purchased my first fifth wheel, thank you for this video 🙏🏽
You guys are our best travelers. Great info on the security, as my wife and I are on the verge of full time, thanks. We boondock alot and this could help with while we are gone keeping an eye on things. We wish you two the best! Safe travels. Thank you Larry and Claudia Miller San Diego Ca. Retired
Tara, I am trying to focus on the all the techie talk, but all I can think is how beautiful that turquoise and pink are on you! Love those colors together!! 😊
This video is a year old by this point but I am looking at security systems for my skoolie. I like y'alls reviews and ideas on way of life because even though you are in an RV, you move around a lot like I will. Very helpful, keep it up!
You mentioned monitored security. Just an FYI, SimpliSafe offers monitoring services for RVers, you just have to login or call and update the address of your new location. Obviously, this isn't for everyone and really depends on how you travel but if you hop from RV park to RV park it could be a great option. If not, the free self monitoring is always an option too.
We simplisafe and asked them about that. If you move infrequently that is an option, but not every week or two (sometimes a few days at a time). Also, right now we are boondocking and there is no address at all.
@@ChangingLanes Completely agree. It's not for everyone especially if you boondock or move around alot. Just wanted people to know it's an option. They even talk about it on their website.
I have been researching security systems for a while and keep coming back to Ring. For the RV right now I am just using a video doorbell. Your review was excellent. Thumbs up, Lou
Same here... researching and coming back to ring... Thanks for watching! 😊
You guys surely look out for your fellow RVers ....Chad is like THE perfect spokes person ..research ..thought out ..speak without all the ums and ahs...(no offence to anyone who does that cause I do ) ... Daisey has the best parents ...LOL!!!
Tara's good at editing out any mistakes...😊 I mean... if we made any, she could do that... 😎
We're not going to be full time for a few more years yet, but this is a topic that has really interested me. Thanks so much for shedding some light on it!!
Thanks for watching! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
always a good day with a new changing lanes video.
Good stuff. I have Ring at home but didn't get it for free. 😂 - I had a commercial grade alarm system that was monitored by a 3rd party company. It was great but didn't offer the add on cameras and items. Plus I was paying $450 a year. Ring came along, I started with just the doorbell cam & once I saw in their app all you can add I switched our alarm to it. Their monitoring company is spot on with call backs. $100 a year couldn't be beat. I have the 10 pc at home & added a few C02 smoke alarms to get rid of my wired detectors, had 6 outdoor stick up cam battery with solar panels they offer but a few cloudy days they'd go offline. I switched my outside security cams to all POE cams & Unifi Protect but kept Ring for the doorbell & alarm system.
Off to check your internet and booster vids. I gotta see how all this connects up when you're out camping.
New internet video will be out this Sunday... 👍🏼
@@ChangingLanes Awesome. I'll watch for it!
I have been watching most of your videos, you guys are very knowledgeable. My wife and I, in few months will be full time in our coach.
Awesome! Good luck with your transition to full time!
Excellent review. Thanks for sharing.
Tara, Vanna has nothing on you!!
Safe travels and good health.
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Yes She does. Vanna wears tight skimpy dresses and sometimes looks loose and cheap. Tara just has natural Beauty and Class. Wait maybe I have that wrong. Your right that still leaves Tara in the Vanna has nothing on you Camp (No pun intended).
Great video as usual. Your presentation has given me a positive view on the Ring System. We are not full time yet but have been thinking about security systems for our Trailers. This definitely looks like a great one.
Best rv’ers on youtube. I love your videos so much. I’ve learned so much watching your videos. I won’t be full time for another couple years (need to finish my masters) but I have gotten so many ideas from you guys and learned so much. Thank thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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Great video! We are going to transfer our RING from our home to our RV this week. Thank you for the suggestion and how to!
Great idea!
FYI: If someone really wanted to bypass all of that, they would buy both (since they would have no idea how you are connecting) a cell jammer and WiFi jammer and attach to/near the respective antennas. I bought a cell jammer from China for $20. Once in, disable/attenuate siren via hammer or padded box. Presumably that thing would tell you of lost connectivity, but that may be ignored or you may be too far away. You would have to be dedicated to do all of this, but who knows.
Love your videos.
LOL! Yea... I'm sure the crew from mission impossible (or Ocean's 11) could break into our rig. But, after a cost/benefit analysis would likely give up on the idea. It' snot perfect but will deter 99.9% of average criminals.
Thanks for watching! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
I have a Ring Doorbell and couple other stick up cams.I like it very much, You system is newer than mine and I can tell they have definitely updated equipment and features.
It's a great system!
Thank you for this! We want a security system since we will now be traveling with our little zoo (2 dogs/2 cats) and love the idea of an indoor camera! Also, what do you use for your wifi and the wifi ranger? Do you have a cellular service, satellite, or both? While we aren’t full-timers, we want to boondock more and are trying to figure out what might work best for us. So glad to have found your channel! Thank you, again!
Nice Daisy cam. Lol. I’ve had Nest products in my home for 4 years now an I’m not real happy with it. I’m certainly going to switch to Ring for my home as well as for my future toy hauler.
Ring has great customer support. I really like their devices. Just hope 24/7 recording becomes available and an app for the Apple 4K TV would be nice too! Love how it works on the echo show with the skill enabled. Pretty neat it works on the RV!! Technology is amazing. Great video as always!! Safe Travels!🙏🙏🙏
Great stuff, guys. We've used a Ring doorbell cam and several wireless Ring stickup cams with solar panels around our house for some time. They've worked great. We were on a European trip one time and our son and daughter-in-law were staying at our house. One Sunday morning I got an alert and saw that our DIL had gone out to the pool to read. You can talk through the Ring cam and using my best Darth Vader voice, I said, "Stephanie, this is God. Why aren't you at church?" My daughter-in-law must have flown five feet out of her lounger.
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Thank you for making this video. Our fifth wheel was broken into while in storage. So we are working on this project. 🙌🏼
Thank you and thanks for watching, Paulina! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
Would you recommend a solar panel for no power camping journeys? 😊
Definitely. We don't have solar yet, but want to add it in the near future. Even more important (before solar) are good batteries and an inverter.
Changing Lanes Thank You! 🙌🏼
Very good videos. I love watching u both. Very smart also. U don't see to many ppl that smart bout all things . Keep up the great work.
Thanks for watching, Anne! 😊
Just wanted to say Thank you! Great video, as always. We are upgrading and configuring our diesel pusher 37' for Fulltime living in 2 years. Project videos are very helpful!
Great review as usual from both of you. One point to bring out, these ring systems integrate great with the Alexa echo system. Couple of examples: 1. You can arm your ring alarm system just by saying "Alexa I am leaving" and it will arm the ring system and go into guard mode. 2. In guard mode it become a listener for your fire / smoke / CO2 / Propane alarms going off and will trigger Ring if they do. It also listens for sound of breaking glass. 3. They integrate with the camera systems, so you can answer the door bell. With the Firecube it will even display the camera on your TV and let you talk to the person. 4. The Echo Show is a little touch screen enabled audio / visual version of the echos, It fully integrates with the cameras and door bells so you can display and talk through the ring system to the person at the door bell or camera. Have one in my Living room and Office and someone comes up to the doorbell it triggers the motion alert and I can voice activate the camera on the echo show, or touch the button on the touchscreen and see in seconds what triggered it.
Good stuff! We're waiting for home kit integration since we're all apple.. 😊
I enjoy your channel and watch all of your videos. A quick question I could not find addressed anywhere in the comments. . . What is the step down voltage of the base station? I'm assuming that it is not operating on 120 volts ac, rather is stepped down to a DC voltage. As I primitive camp and do not run AC inverter, I have many accessories which I convert my 12 volt DC power supply to the appropriate voltage of the peripheral. As an example my security cameras operate at 9 volts DC. It was very simple to convert the 12 volts to 9 volts to run these cameras. Why no AC inverter? They typically run at about a 90% efficiency. I do not wish to lose 10% of my power. Happy trails!
We personally like using the AC power, so we can be notified if power goes out while we're gone. We have a MarCell for that also, but like the redundancy. But, that's just us... I just checked and it's 9v@3.0A, so that shouldn't be a problem.
A thumbs up to you guys, as you've been helpful big time to the community at large! One thing you didn't mention (so I'll assume you don't have one) is a 'doorbell'? I've always thought a doorbell with a camera would be a good security option for RV's, where if you got a knock at the door in the middle of the night, you could see whom is out there, and from there make a decision if it's someone you know, or if it would be someone you don't want to have anything to do with! Also, if you could see and talk to them via your phone would be a valuable asset! I know Ring has a doorbell setup, but I'm unsure if it's fully waterproof, and wouldn't fall off over time as your driving once it's installed? This is definitely something we have thought of, as we have our Class A diesel pusher in our driveway, and one night had the side drivers window smashed out, where someone then walked through and helped themselves (not that we had anything of huge value) where it was raining heavily that night, so the rain obviously got through the broken window, and they left the door wide open upon leaving! We had no idea until the morning, when my wife was heading out....so a security system would have caught this issue and let us know well in advance upon them entering! Again...unsure on the doorbell option, as it's something I believe I'd find to be a great supplement to what you already have!
Hi, Dale! We've thought about adding a doorbell or outside camera. We might get the Video Doorbell 2... A little searching on waterproof yields: Is the Ring Video Doorbell Waterproof? Yes - but only against normal rain and splash water! It can’t be submerged completely in water or constantly sitting in heavy rain. I think we'll reach out to Ring about it and maybe test one... 👍🏼
Whoa,,, thanks for sharing,,, It looks to be pretty decent security alarm w-wireless system for the RV,,, Safe, happy & blessed travel on your journey,,,
Thanks for watching! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
I am planning on fulltiming in the next couple of years and security is very important to me. Thanks for doing this video. I can see the possibilities.
Be sure to check out today's video where we talk about adding more smoke detectors to our system.. 👍🏼
Thanks for watching, Gladys! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
lovit guys!!! thx for sharing again. safe travels
I may be a little late to the party, but the basement would also be a good place to have a smoke detector. Keep them wonderful videos comin!!!
Yep! See: ruclips.net/video/0A3Qb8SX5pI/видео.html
I’m just researching a system now and ran across this today. I’ve been a subscriber for awhile and enjoy your videos.
Since this is 4 years old what is current status on system?
Thanks!
It’s good to see a non-subscription, wireless alarm system. We’re getting ready to full-time in September and are getting our day one list together. Thanks for reviewing this. Oh yeah, nice bike!!!
Great video-2 Questions:
1) How often do you have to charge the batteries??
2) Any concern on hackers taking control of the camera/mic/security system?
Thanks
All of the devices are rechargeable. I'd guess the cameras about every 2 months.. the keypads bout every 4. Never had to change any of the sensors...
Not worried about hackers.
I hope you see this comment as just posted but notice the video is from April. "Enjoy The Journey" made a recent video about RV safety & showed this as a link. This subject is buzzing with a lot of people now and you've done a nice video on it. May I suggest you re-post it as many people new to your channel may have missed it as I did.
Hi, James! Curious where you seeing lots of buzz? We can't re-post on youtube as that is a one time action... But we can share on FB, IG, etc...
Thanks! 😊
@@ChangingLanes Thank You for your reply, as for the "Buzz" a number of channels I follow such as "Enjoy The Journey" are talking about Safety, several referring to the two people murdered near Texas, Mexico border & their Rv stolen. Solo Boondocking in the middle of nowhere, rest areas, etc can be a dangerous thing to do. Several channels address how one might handle a situation while in their RV, but I raised the question to one channel, "What If' you are outside just cooking, or just come back from somewhere or any other example and find 1 to 3 guys come out of nowhere and confront you. If boondocking by yourself, it seems this could be one of the most scary and vulnerable times to be in. The person I raised this question to jumped all over me for even asking it, yet I believe it is a valid question as more people are boondocking. The simple answer I guess is if one is afraid this might happen, don't boondock, but that still does not address the problem. Over 1600 people a year go missing in State, & National Parks every year with only a couple hundred found, some dead, some still alive, what happened to the many hundreds never found? I reached out to you as you are one I follow & respect, and when Enjoy The Journey showed your link I thought it was an excellent video. I also have discovered if you do a search on RV safey it brings up a number of RUclips videos people have made, so I have decided not to pursue any farther.
Totally agree that remote boondocking is risky for sure! We've only boondocked in populated areas (Lone Rock Beach video will be out in a couple of weeks), or businesses (Harvest Hosts). If we were going to remote boondock, we'd make sure we had friends there also.
Great job as always guys! Chad you did such as great job explaining the Ring system that I've purchased a system for my home. Nice job explaining a fairly technical subject. Wish us luck!
Thank you... and... Good luck! 😎
Can this system be localize or does it require internet to function? I don't plan on having an ISP. I like that it's automated with features like z-wave and zigbee so I can pair it up with automated lights. I'm not worried about the camera monitoring as I have own own CCTV. I am not concern with false alarms/pet triggers when I am away. I plan on using it as a DIY/self monitored security to protect my family while we are home, door/window senors are my primary reason for the purchase.
Thank you,
Yes, it can function autonomously.
Yours was a particularly good video covering some important ground. There were so many moving parts/options though, that it might make sense to break this down and explain one element at a time. Hey, i'm 64, losing brain cells faster than I produce them, and I need the extra review :) what can I say. Nice job again and happy travels.
Thanks guys, great review. Will use your link to purchase for my newly purchased class A.. RV rookie here, love your channel!
Thank you for another great tech episode, I had no clue that these systems could be configured with so many features!
Thanks, Eli! We're loving the system!
Thank you for being honest with ring giving you the basic package. Great video as usual.
Oooooo the freeze sensor would be cool near basement water pipes in cold weather!
Are the cameras with motion sensors outdoor compatible (rain, etc)? Or are there some other good camera options for outside of the rig? I was thinking of using cameras and motion lights?
They do have cameras made for outdoors. Just not sure about mounting... Might have to rig up a way to unmount them when traveling...
@@ChangingLanes Why do I have a feeling that, somehow, Command brand products would be involved in this solution? Lol Brainstorm time!
Good review and being honest about things aka Life have been thinking about ring security for home and RV really need the wireless install don't like poking holes and running wires through stuff when you don't have a clue what is behind a wall or panel ,wireless is the only way do agree with mounting second key pad at eye level and maybe painting it Pink. It's a blond thing just FYI LOL thanks
Really enjoy the bloopers of you guys just being you.
Another great idea. We would like to watch our dogs and monitor the temperature when we are away from the RV.
We're hopeful that there will be a Ring compatible monitor in the near future to go with our alarm system. Until then, we'll keep using the MarCELL system that we've used since we hit the road in Dec 2017. amzn.to/2zoWKah
It monitors power, temperature, and humidity. It does require service (for the cellular connection), which is $99/yr. You set thresholds (high and low) online for both temperature and humidity and define notification methods (text / email) all online. Then, when anything is amiss, both Tara and I get emailed and texted immediately. You can also check the temp and humidity online.
Thanks for the informative review. One question, what type of surveillance camera do you use on the outside of your RV? Thx
It's like a deer cam and a phone finder all in one all I have to do is ring my doorbell and my phone would ring I know that's going to be handy
I have had a Ring doorbell for 2 yrs and love it. It's so fun to freak out salesmen, even when I'm not home, by talking to them when they don't know where I am - lol. And I get to watch! I have been considering adding the outside cameras to my doorbell and this looks like the perfect time, it'll help both of us. Thanks for the review & the discount.
You guys are pumping out some great videos, keep up the good work! Been a follower for about 6 months now. Nice to see a fellow Hawkeye’r doing so well. I noticed the VAW-124 patch on your motorcycle vest back in the 2018 Virginia Beach video. I was an AE stationed with VAW-125 back in mid to late 80’s. You guys are “Bear Aces!”
Yea.. I think you guys were in the hangar next to us! Might have been around the same time. I was with VAW120 for a shirt stint before 124. So, I was in that area from 87-92.
Thanks for following our journey! 😊
I left Virginia in late 1987 to go work on F-14s in Miramar, CA. VF-124, Top Gun city baby!
Perfect!!! I’ve been looking for a wireless system and this looks to be the one ☝️. Thank U Soooo Much!!! And love ur Review Vids they are very informative. Thanks 🙏
This is an amazing system. Thank you for all this detailed info. I just can't wait for our family to start our adventure in a few months!! Having the sensors in the garage is so important for us because that will be Sis' bedroom and want her to be secure.
ring is amazing!!!!
Excellent video, especially since I am retiring and modifying our Toy Hauler for long term traveling this year. This truly is the perfect setup for any RV and I will probably add it to the home security system I have once we relocate to Florida. Either way, you just sold one 10 piece system and thank you.
Thanks for watching, Bill! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
Solo traveler class b. What components do you recommend to monitor people nosing around the exterior front, sides and rear of my class b in my camping space?
Not sure really.. We don't have any outside cams right now. You could put some outdoor cams out there and bring them in when traveling... or the video doorbell might work. 👍🏼
Good review. I do have some questions.
1) How long to the device batteries last?
2) How to you recharge them and how long does it take?
3) With the security camera, is there storage on the camera or cloud storage?
4) If cloud storage, how much does it cost?
The sensor batteries say up to 3 years Those you replace, not recharge. The other items, depends on settings, and how "active" those settings are. For instance on the keypad, it can sense motion and light up the keypad. The camera can be set to detect and record motion, etc. Based on what we've seen, it seems the keypad batteries should last at least 6-8 months. Camera battery maybe 3-4? All of them can be recharged via usb cable.
The camera stores in cloud and it's $3/mo, or it is included with $10/mo monitoring.
I am just now seeing this 2 years later. Do you still like this system? Anything you would change? I would love to see a follow up video to this and how and if you are still using it. Love your videos, Thanks!
We use it every day and it's been a great system! We've added a few smoke detectors and a doorbell since this video...
Thanks for this great info! I just purchased an 8-piece kit for our travel trailer. I do have a question, what length of screws did you use on the door sensors? I really don't understand why they sent screws for the keypad but not all other components :) Thanks!
Great coverage on this. We have an alarm and camera system on our home here in Hampton VA. and Having it installed on our Florida house. I have wondered how an alarm would work for our RV. Now I know. Thank you.
Thanks guys! Sharing this in our video today!
Thanks! Someone did mention that! Still getting caught up on yesterday's comments.. 😊 Hey.. if you guys aren't using this gas card, you should! ruclips.net/video/Xc2UwKjEJz4/видео.html
Your channel all the videos have been a huge asset and reference point for me and my venture towards FT RV living. Maybe I’ll run into you sometime out there. Cheers!
Glad we can help! Good luck on your venture, and thanks for watching! 😊
I’m thinking about using the simple safe . I’m going to be using it with hotspot.
Make sure you can self-monitor without their monitoring.. because you can't do that and move around...
i was just researching this topic and now i know what to go with. thanks
Excellent review, I currently have ring devices on my home and love it ! The best part is packages get delivered all the time and my mailman knows to ring the doorbell so I no it’s there, and when the neighbor comes to feed the animals when where camping!
I have a ring doorbell with camera for my RV. How should I mount it? With screws and caulk them or sticky command strips or gorilla tape or whey do you think. I was hoping it was going to be in this video
I had Ring in out sticks & bricks. Love it. But what about outside cameras on the RV? Do you use them as well?
We have the Ring doorbell with the camera 😎 changinglanesrv.com/ring-video-doorbell-2/
I just ordered the TST TPMS from TechnoRV and can’t wait to get it in. I didn’t see anything regarding a discount but I ordered it anyway. Maybe I’m just a dummy and missed the discount part🤪or they don’t offer it. Oh well, that’s ok, I need it!!
Sometimes they have sales... Thanks for using our links! 😊
Hey thank you for showing this! Using the camera's at my home and business, so I'm thinking after seeing RV's that are parked have either fire, or theft happen. So I'm going pursue this! [Tell Ring your great Sales people!] But this is great for RV. The other thing I thought might be cool would be to have a strobe on the roof of the vehicle in the event of alarm going off as well. Who know possibilities are endless! Thank you! God bless!
That is a very interesting idea! I did find this: ruclips.net/video/ZeTtccppVt4/видео.html
Great review and thanks for the work you put into these. One question which I did not see in the video (might have missed it) does the camera record in the cloud? Just in case if something happens and it gets destroyed you can review the video to see what happened?
Yes, it does. That is included in the $10/mo monitoring, or you can get just camera storage for $3/mo.
Been wanting a newer type of system. I do value what you guys review and what you say . I had noticed your other system , But never heard y’all say anything.
So anyway, thanks guys , as always I’ve enjoyed this video. Travel safe
Yea.. we had a simplisafe before but never armed it because it requires a permanent address... Expensive door chime. LOL
Great content you guys. Been watching you for a few years now. Question regarding the WiFi connectivity of the ring system. Do you use your own WiFi signal or use public access? If you use your own, what router and what system do you recommend that is reasonably price?
Thanks,
Jaime
I am definitely buying this for my rv.
That was awesome. I have to figure out the whole internet connectivity first though. Currently only using my phones wifi hotspot when we need it. Research mode to commence!
We have a video for that! ruclips.net/video/gTaJdOSFwps/видео.html. 😃
Great video....it's an issue I've been giving a lot of thought about. Will definitely be getting this system when we pick up our GD Solitude 375RES-R later this year. Thanks, TS
I’m looking forward to clips of Daisy perusing the cupboards, throwing doggy pawties & rifling through the closet from the not-so-hidden camera when you’re out & about. (Also looking forward to getting my Changing Lanes t-shirt any time now - woohoo!)
Does the propane detector come already in the RV? Thanks
that would be great for us. It just miss one thing and that would be a temperature sensor. If the ac quit working , i want to know so that my dog doesnt overheat. Sometimes the electricity at campgrounds is subpar at best
We've been using MarCELL since day 1 to keep an eye on Daisy's environment when we're not home: amzn.to/2zoWKah
It monitors power, temperature, and humidity. It does require service, which is $99/yr. You set thresholds (high and low) online for both temperature and humidity and define notification methods (text / email) all online. Then, when anything is amiss, both Tara and I get emailed and texted immediately. You can also check the temp and humidity online.
However, we're hopeful that Ring or someone will come out with a device that integrates with our Ring security system. When that happens, we can get rid of the MarCELL.
Good review! Thanks for sharing! Very informative.
Great info I have ring at home and have had it since Rings beginning and works great. I just purchased a Nucamp Cirrus 820 to be mounted in my F350 for our adventure trip to Alaska. I would like some info on using it on my truck camper.
You guys are the best. My wife and I follow Changing Lanes for the past 1 1/2 years. I am wondering if you have any of the Ring outdoor security cameras/spotlights to make sure no one messes with your bikes and other stuff? I have a Grand Design and several Ring outdoor spot light camera, and am trying to figure out best way to mount them without drilling into the side of the RV. Any suggestion would be helpful.
We have a door bell on the front door, but I might also add one to the rear door.. That's where we secure the bikes to the RV via the steps. You can put up pretty much all the normal outdoor cameras as long as you're willing to take them down before travel. We attach our ring doorbell with command strips.
Thank you both for all your awesome vids. They are very informative! My husband and I will be going full time in the spring and we're currently in the research stage of our adventure! This video was super helpful! Since recording, how has RING been working for you? Are you still enjoying it? I am not too tech savvy, and your videos always break things down very nicely! Thanks again.
Welcome to our channel! 😊 We use our Ring every day and love it!!!
I love this system. I bought it for our house and plan in the future to use it in our RV.
Thanks for sharing. I have been told that wireless systems are easy to hack. The only thing I know about computers and technology would fit into a thimble.
Curious if you have an opinion on using contact sensors vs glass break detection for windows?
Thanks for the code. I just purchased today. Merry Christmas
Hey guys wonderful overview of security. Once I get my trailer Monday well have better idea on where to place security. Was this Ring system put in before or after the entrance and bay door locks changes.with RVLocks you had a video on. Pick up new trailer Monday, so looking for best bang for the $$$ to just get started. I think on big thing, that is probably inexpensive is some outdoor flood lights coming to front door (my case only entrance) and maybe the opposite side of the rig. But if you could only do one or the other out the gate, would you do the RV Lock replacements or start with the Ring system? Not sure how realistic that everyone has a key to your front door with locks straight from the dealer (builder Grand Design in my case). As always, extremely classy video you two make...I had just watched you about the 3 problems in the 2 move days, and at no time did you seem upset or flustered - will except the bee that went up your shirt. Hope the bit was not too bad and got it removed quickly. Thanks if you can give an answer, it would be appreciated. If not maybe can private message your thoughts. Thanks RVing.Charlie.Brown...
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I think if we had to pick one or the other, we'd go with Ring first, then RVLock. It's great piece of mind. 👍🏼
Great video but what about a ring camera doorbell on the outside... Is that something that could be installed?
Yes... we might add that in the future.
Perhaps if you lower the keypad mount so it can be readily seen by folks not so tall, , ,?
Another great video review. Thanks to both of you. Go Navy.
Great job guys. Great tips.
Thanks, Ciprian! Hope you check out the rest of our channel! 😊
You guys are great! Are you still happy with the system? Do you know anything about Van Alarm?