Ring’s doorbells are equipped with built-in speakers and microphones that let you talk to visitors directly from your phone, tablet, or PC. You can also connect your Ring doorbell to an Echo device so you can use voice commands to answer the door from anywhere in your home. Here’s how:
1. Open the Alexa app on your mobile device and tap the Devices icon in the bottom right corner.
2. Tap Add Device and then select Doorbells from the list of device types.
3. Select Ring and then follow the instructions to log in with your Ring account credentials.
4. Once you’re logged in, select which Ring devices you want to connect to Alexa and then tap Done.
- Download the Ring app on your mobile device and create an account
- Open the Ring app and select “Device Settings” from the menu
- Select your doorbell from the list of devices and then select “Connect to Alexa
- Follow the prompts to connect your doorbell to Alexa and give it a name
- Once connected, you can ask Alexa to show you the live view from your doorbell camera or ring the doorbell for you
Why Won T My Alexa Connect to My Ring Doorbell?
If you’re having trouble connecting your Ring doorbell to your Alexa device, there are a few things you can try. First, make sure that both your Ring and Alexa devices are on the same Wi-Fi network. If they’re not, you won’t be able to connect the two devices.
Once you’ve confirmed that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network, open the Alexa app and select “Devices.” From here, select “Add Device” and follow the instructions to add your Ring doorbell. Once your Ring doorbell is added as a device in the Alexa app, you should be able to say “Alexa, show me my front door” or “Alexa, show me my back door” to view a live feed from yourRing cameras.
Can Ring Doorbell Work With Alexa?
Yes, Ring doorbells can work with Alexa. You can use Alexa to control your Ring doorbell in a number of ways, including asking her to show you the live video feed from your doorbell camera, arm and disarm your alarm system, and more. In order to get started, you’ll need to first enable the Ring skill in the Amazon Alexa app.
Once you’ve done that, you can start controlling your Ring doorbell with voice commands.
How to Connect Ring Cameras to Amazon Echo Devices Alexa (2019 Update)
How to Connect Ring Doorbell to Echo Show 5
Assuming you have both the Ring Doorbell and the Echo Show 5 set up and ready to go, here are the steps you’ll need to take to connect them:
1. Open the Alexa app on your mobile device.
2. Tap the Devices icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. Tap Add Device in the top right corner of the screen.
4. Select Add Camera fromthe list of available devices.
5. Select Ring fromthe list of camera brands.
6.. Enter your Ring account credentials when prompted and tap Sign In . If you don’t have a Ring account yet, you can create one during this process.
7.. When prompted, give your new camera a name (e.g., “Front Door”) and select its location fromthe list provided 8.. Once your camera is successfully added, tap Continue .
You will be taken back to the Devices screen where you should now see your new camera listed under Cameras .
And that’s it! Your Ring Doorbell will now start sending alerts to your Echo Show 5 whenever someone rings your doorbell or motion is detected near your door (if you have motion detection enabled).
Ring Doorbell Alexa Chime
If you’ve got an Amazon Echo device and a Ring Doorbell, you can now set up your Echo to announce when someone’s at the door. This is a great way to stay aware of who’s coming and going, without having to constantly check your phone or the door itself. Here’s how to enable the feature:
1. First, open the Ring app and go to your Devices tab. Then, select the Doorbell that you want to enable announcements for and tap on the Device Settings gear icon.
2. Scroll down and toggle on Announcements under the General section.
You’ll then be prompted to choose which Echo device you want to use for announcements. Select the one you want and hit Save Changes.
3. That’s it!
Now, every time someone presses your Ring Doorbell button, Alexa will chime throughout your home so you know someone’s there.
How to Connect Ring Doorbell to Echo Show 8
If you own an Echo Show 8 and a Ring Doorbell, you may be wondering how to connect the two devices. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Open the Alexa app on your mobile device.
2. Tap the Devices icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. Tap the + icon in the top right corner of the screen.
4. Select Add Device.
5. Select Ring Doorbell from the list of device types. You may be prompted to enter your Ring account credentials (email address and password). If so, enter them and tap Sign In.
Otherwise, skip to step 7 .
6 . Enter your Wi-Fi network name and password, then tap Continue .
Your Ring Doorbell will now connect to your Wi-Fi network .
7 . Once connected , you’ll see a message that says “YourRingdevice is ready .”
Tap Continue .
8 . The final step is to select which Echo device you want to connect your Ring Doorbell to .
In this case , since we’re connecting it to an Echo Show 8 , select that option from the list and tap Save .
That’s it! Your Ring Doorbell is now successfully connected to your Echo Show 8 , allowing you to view live footage from your doorbell camera on the display .
Ring Doorbell Not Announcing on Alexa
If your Ring Doorbell is not announcing on Alexa, there are a few potential causes. First, make sure that the volume on your doorbell is turned up. You can adjust the volume in the Ring app.
If the problem persists, try resetting your Ring Doorbell. To do this, press and hold the button on the back of your doorbell for 20 seconds. Once you’ve done that, check to see if the issue has been resolved.
If you’re still having trouble, it’s possible that your Echo device is not set up correctly. To fix this, open the Alexa app and go to Settings > Devices. From here, select your Echo device and then scroll down to Doorbells.
Make sure that Ring is selected as your default doorbell provider. If it isn’t, tap on Change Provider and select Ring from the list of options.
Hopefully one of these solutions will fix the problem and you’ll be able to hear yourRing Doorbell announcements through Alexa once again!
Conclusion
If you’re looking to up your home security game, one of the best ways to do that is by connecting your Ring Doorbell to Amazon’s Alexa. Doing so will allow you to access your doorbell’s camera and live feed using just your voice, making it super convenient (and impressive) for when guests come over. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to connect Ring Doorbell to Alexa:
1. First, open the Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone and select the “Devices” tab in the bottom right corner.
2. From there, select the “+” icon in the top right corner and then “Add Device.”
3. Select “Ring” from the list of compatible devices and follow the instructions to log in with your Ring account credentials.
4. Once you’re logged in, you’ll be prompted to choose which Ring device you’d like to connect with Alexa. Select your doorbell camera from the list and then hit “Continue.”
5. The next screen will ask you to confirm that you want to give Amazon access to your Ring devices; tap “Allow” here.
6. You’ll now be brought back into the main Devices menu within the Alexa app; under “My Devices,” you should see your newly connected Ring Doorbell listed with an online status indicator next to it letting you know it’s working properly.