Does the Video Doorbell Wired need a resistor?
I blew out a brand new transformer, it stopped working after attaching the [Video Doorbell Wired](https://ring.com/products/video-doorbell-wired) Does the Video Doorbell Wired need a resistor? I don't have an existing Doorbell setup and would like to connect directly from the transformer to the Doorbell. According to the article, there isn't an explicit mention of a resistor; it looks like the bell wires go directly to the doorbell from the transformer. https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405783047188-Wiring-Diagrams-for-Ring-Doorbell-Wired- We don't have the option to use a plug-in adapter
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17-11-2021 03:36:58
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- M
No diode is needed for this setup. When installing the Ring Video Doorbell Wired, there will be an included Jumper Cable to place on your chime kit terminals . This effectively bypasses the chime kit to deliver the power directly to your Doorbell Wired. That [Help Center article](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405783047188-Wiring-Diagrams-for-Ring-Doorbell-Wired-) you shared is perfect for your scenario, in which simply connecting to wires from the power supply (see power requirements) is proper. :)
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17-11-2021 04:29:02
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- U
I have the same problem. 2 transformers have blown when connecting to Video Doorbell Wired. It works initially, but fails very quickly after a few motion detections. I have 120V input coming to transformer (16VAC - 30VA). Output power was reading 17.6V using a multi-meter. Any help would be appreciated? I had considered adding a second device for my back door as well, but hesitate to do so if transformers are going to be a problem. If a second one is added, does that require a separate transformer or will they run off the same one?
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21-04-2022 10:05:31
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- C
Hey neighbors. When installing the Video Doorbell Wired with an existing doorbell circuit, please ensure you are installing the included jumper cable [as directed](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405783047188-Wiring-Diagrams-for-Ring-Doorbell-Wired-). The Video Doorbell Wired will not work correctly if the jumper cable is not installed on the chime kit. If you are wiring the Doorbell Wired directly to a transformer, you do not need to use the jumper cable. You will need to ensure that your transformer meets the following power requirements: 10-24 VAC, 20VA min, 40VA max, 50/60Hz. If your transformer doesn't fit those requirements and you're still experiencing concerns with the installation, please give our support team a call at one of the numbers available [here](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/213608406). If you are outside of the US, please visit [here ](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-gb/articles/213608406)to see how to contact support.
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20-12-2022 11:12:50
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Marley_Ring
No diode is needed for this setup. When installing the Ring Video Doorbell Wired, there will be an included Jumper Cable to place on your chime kit terminals . This effectively bypasses the chime kit to deliver the power directly to your Doorbell Wired. That [Help Center article](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405783047188-Wiring-Diagrams-for-Ring-Doorbell-Wired-) you shared is perfect for your scenario, in which simply connecting to wires from the power supply (see power requirements) is proper. :)
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