As someone with a large home with two exterior doors, I was reluctant to install Ring Doorbell. Practically, the idea wasn’t feasible as I thought I could make only one account on the Ring app, while you need two accounts for two Ring Doorbells.
The confusion was solved by Mr. Peterson, my coworker at the office, as he said I could set up multiple Ring Doorbells on one account. Well, that also made me buy a third Ring Doorbell for our backdoor. Setting up Ring Doorbell is a breeze, and I will explain how you can set up 2 Ring Doorbells at different locations.
Can You Have 2-Ring Doorbells At Different Locations?
Yes, you can use 2 or more Ring Doorbells at different locations with only one account after signing up on the Ring app. Ring app has a location function that allows you to set up Ring Doorbells based on their locations.
Benefits of Having 2-Ring Doorbells At Different Locations
The sole reason for Ring Doorbells is to provide security, and Ring Doorbells excel at that. And an extra Ring Doorbell means an added layer of security.
Some of the benefits of 2 Ring Doorbells at different locations are the following:
Convenience
If you have a home with multiple doors, multiple Ring Doorbells are a convenient option. Interestingly, with 2 Ring doorbells, you can set different chimes for Ring and Motion alerts. So, with a different chime, you can see who’s at the door on the Ring app, so you don’t end up at the wrong door.
Security
Ring app allows you to see who’s at the door. For that, you don’t have to set up different accounts. All you do is tap on the notification, automatically giving you a LiveView of the door. You can also tap on the Devices on the Ring app and select a specific doorbell for which you want to see LiveView.
Communicate Remotely
Ring App allows you to communicate remotely and separately, just like LiveView. Once you know if someone is at the front door, you can select the front door Ring Doorbell and communicate without getting up, and the same holds for other Ring Doorbells on the Ring app.
Alternate Options
For a smart approach, consider installing both a wired Ring doorbell and a battery-powered Ring doorbell. This way, you’ll have the convenience of the wired option and the added security backup of the battery-powered one in case of any power issues.
Watch Out For The Intruder
If you are away from home and some intruder tries to steal your Ring Doorbell, you can always rely on a second Ring Doorbell for Video Recording as evidence.
Also, two or more Ring Doorbells will keep intruders at bay as they always fear an extra layer of security. Who knows, you might have installed a third Ring Doorbell as well!
Technical Requirement for Using 2-Ring Doorbell In Different Locations
Step 1 : Installing the Ring Doorbell
The first step is to install the Ring Doorbell. There are multiple models; you should choose priority-wise.
For example, you can choose Ring Doorbell 2 or Ring Doorbell 3 for the back door and Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 or Ring Video Doorbell Elite for the front door. Choosing different models can save you money, and Pro models on the front will always ensure more security.
If you are installing at the front and back door, make sure both devices are within the range of the same Wi-Fi network. Also,
Step 2: Set Up Two or More Ring Doorbells
You will need to set up two or more Ring Doorbells separately, and the process is the same for both:
- Sign up on the Ring App.
- Once logged in, tap on ‘Set Up a Device.’
- A prompt will ask you to scan the QR code on Ring Device.
- Give a name to your device. (Make sure to give names accordingly so you don’t get confused).
- Set your Ring Doorbell into Setup Mode by pressing and releasing the orange button on the back of the Ring Doorbell.
- When you see a white light on the front of the Ring device, click Continue in the Ring App.
- Tap Join when the Ring app prompts for the Ring Wi-Fi network.
Do and Don’ts of Using 2-Ring Doorbells In Different Locations
There are specific considerations that you should take into account. You can avoid many problems if you know what and what not to do when setting up Ring Doorbell, you can avoid many problems.
What You Should Do
- Wherever you are installing a Ring Doorbell, make sure they cover the wide area for LiveView.
- Ring app allows you to customize the settings separately for each device. You can set up different chimes and variate sensitivity levels for Motion Alerts.
- For your ease, set up different chimes so you can recognize the sound easily.
- You should set different motion alerts and sensitivity levels.
- Always install the firmware updates for Ring devices.
What You Shouldn’t Do
- Don’t mount the Ring Doorbell before setting it up manually on Ring App, as you have to scan the QR code on Ring Device for the setup.
- Don’t set up Ring Doorbells too close, especially if your exterior doors are too close.
- If you have a wired Ring Doorbell, install it close to the source, preferring over the battery-powered Ring Doorbell.
- Don’t share your login credentials with anyone except close family members.
Wrap Up
We always look for ways to protect our homes. And why not? After all, the families are all we have, and their security and safety are second to none. If you are also conscious about the family’s safety and live in a place where you feel unsafe, 2 Ring Doorbells at different locations could be a wise option.
For a smart approach, consider installing both a wired Ring doorbell and a battery-powered Ring doorbell. This way, you’ll have the convenience of the wired option and the added security backup of the battery-powered one in case of any power issues.
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