Do the compatibility check before purchasing the google nest hello.
Nest doorbell voltage too low.
Another way to solve this issue is to set up a nest hello plug in adapter.
My transformer was mounted to a junction box on the basement ceiling.
Doorbell transformers are typically located in the basement.
The voltage rating is printed on the transformer.
A traditional doorbell system uses very.
If you do have a hard wired doorbell then the next step is to locate the doorbell transformer and check the voltage.
For the nest hello system to work in your home the voltage should range from 14 to 30 v ac.
Please be careful in this step.
It s just a little rectangle that changes the power type from regular 120v power that is used throughout the rest of your home outlets etc to low voltage power that the doorbell system uses.
Nest hello needs to be powered by wires delivering 16 24 v ac and at least 10 va in north america or 12 24 v ac and at least 8 va in europe.
The fancier newer doorbells like the nest hello instructions say they require the installation of a higher voltage transformer than the old units.
Nest hello requires a doorbell transformer with an output voltage between 16 24 volts ac.
If the value you get is under 14 or over 30 you might need to have your transformer upgraded to use nest hello.