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Ring 3 doorbell - AC connection
Dear,I would like to ask how to connect to Ring doorbell V3 to an AC adapter that is designed for doorbells. I have not yet connected the doorbell to the AC voltage yet, but i read here and there there is a need of a resistor for safety??? Can someone explain this please?- If it is needed, where do i buy it?- What type?- Should it be placed in serial in between one of the two wire's in the connection?- Can i put that resistor close to the AC transformer? Or does it need to be placed close to the doorbell? (this option is not really possible, since i cannot put the resistor somewhere safe, unless in the wall, or plastic box of the ring doorbell, what is a bad idea imo.For your information, this is the transformer i would like to use: [https://catalogue.bticino.com/app/webroot/low\_res/496424\_496452\_T8486E.pdf](https://catalogue.bticino.com/app/webroot/low_res/496424_496452_T8486E.pdf) It also notes that there is a cutoff in case of short circuit, do i still need that resistor? "After an overload or a short ciruit cut off input for 5 minutes."So this is an 12VA transformer, is this enough for the doorbell ?If this transformer is not good, what transformer do u guys advice, and do i still need that resistor then.Kind Regards,
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02-12-2020 15:40:07
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Caitlyn_Ring
Hi @Thomasvd. If you are wanting to install your Doorbell 3 directly to a low-voltage transformer, without a pre-existing doorbell, then you'll want to reference this Help Center Article [here](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360042031971-How-to-Connect-Your-Ring-Video-Doorbell-3-Directly-to-a-Low-Voltage-Transformer-Without-a-Pre-existing-Doorbell-). A resistor is not needed in this configuration, and you'll want to consult a licensed electrician for any wiring assistance. The transformer must be a low voltage 8-24V AC transformer. I hope that helps clarify things for you! :)
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03-12-2020 21:21:09
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