If your existing doorbell transformer is rated at less than 16 volts ac at 20 30 volt amps you ll need to upgrade it to a higher voltage to support ring pro.
Nest doorbell voltage range.
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A traditional doorbell system uses very little power but nest hello has specific power requirements so the camera can continuously record video you ll need to check if your current doorbell system can deliver.
If your current doorbell or wiring is not compatible contact a pro to upgrade it and install nest hello for you.
My transformer was mounted to a junction box on the basement ceiling.
The nest hello video doorbell connects directly to your doorbell s low voltage wiring or it can use the optional indoor power adapter available in the us only.
Doorbell transformers are typically located in the basement.
Disconnect your nest hello doorbell button as well as the wires.
The nest thermostat e will list a device id that s unique to your display.
If the value you get is under 14 or over 30 you might need to have your transformer upgraded to use nest hello.
This lets you see if your nest thermostat e is locked or unlocked.
Nest hello requires a doorbell transformer with an output voltage between 16 24 volts ac.
Connects directly into your existing doorbell s low voltage wiring comes with two optional wire extenders to lengthen existing wires.
For the nest hello system to work in your home the voltage should range from 14 to 30 v ac.
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The time zone for the nest thermostat is based on the zip code entered during setup.
Check the wire voltage.
Connect your nest thermostats nest cams nest doorbell or nest devices and add nest aware to one or more devices.
This is a job that may require a licensed electrician.
If you do have a hard wired doorbell then the next step is to locate the doorbell transformer and check the voltage.
Because nest cameras and hello don t rely on batteries they can constantly stream video instead of only turning on after they sense motion.