Question

Constantly having trouble with my doorbell draining battery. So my question is can you hook it up to any small solar panel as long as it’s 5v output? The location of my doorbell would not receive the best sun so I’m considering running a panel from the roof. Thanks

Answer 1

I’d think you’d want to address the root problem of why it is draining so quickly.  

Comments

@mountfort1339 good point. When I say constantly draining I mean not getting anywhere near the stated use time even with low motion and no live views.  

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@pomace74 how long is the battery lasting?  

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@telegraphese couple of weeks at most.  

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@pomace74 that is short time, have you contacted Ring?  

Answer 2

Which doorbell? Original or 2?  

Comments

@telegraphese I think it’s just the original

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No removable battery, right? That would be the original.  

Answer 3

Is it cold where you live? That drains the battery quickly.  

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@telegraphese haven’t had much luck during winter or summer. It’s currently rolling into autumn here in Australia.  

Answer 4

All sorted now, i got a cheap solar panel and cut the plug, soldered a micro usb now i have a solar charger for the door bell!