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Ring - Wi-Fi Smart Mailbox Sensor - Black

Model:
B08FBK3YVX
SKU:
6448572
Your price for this item is $29.99
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  • QuestionCan I install it at the back of the mailbox instead of the door?

    Asked by Greg.

    • Answer Yes, that’s exactly what I did. I wasn’t comfortable with it on the door. I mounted it on the very back. It’s basically hidden and fully protected from the weather as it would be exposed to the weather upon opening the door. It works perfectly and activates every time upon opening the door. It senses the motion of the door opening.

      Answered by Fyrcap

  • QuestionWhat is the range on the device, like how far away can it work?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer It comes with a small paddle antenna that helps with distance. I’ve used one with no antenna for 20-25ft. With the it will probably get double that as the antenna connects with a cable and is mounted outside and facing towards your access points.

      Answered by Leeann1

  • QuestionI am considering the purchase of the mailbox sensor. I already have a Ring extender on my system. Will my range extender work with the mailbox sensor or will I need to get the Bridge as well?

    Asked by GeorgeD.

    • Answer Hi GeorgeD. Great question! Yes, the Ring Mailbox Sensor is a part of the Ring Smart Lighting System and requires a Ring bridge in order to notify you of your mailbox being opened. The Ring Mailbox Sensor is a wireless, battery-powered motion sensor that tells you when your mailbox is opened. The Ring Mailbox Sensor works with your Ring app and sends notifications to a smart phone or any Alexa-enabled device when the device detects motion. With Linked Devices, the Ring Mailbox Sensor can be set to trigger Ring Doorbells and Cameras to begin recording, or Smart Lighting can be set to illuminate as soon as motion is detected at your mailbox. Visit our support center for more information: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360050067431-Ring-Mailbox-Sensor-Information. We also invite you to visit the Ring Community. It is our first peer-to-peer community forum, giving our customers the ability to help one another and share their feedback/experiences with Ring. We invite you to reach out at https://community.ring.com/ if any additional information is needed regarding your concern. All the Best, Nicole with Ring.

      Answered by Ring

  • QuestionI already have the doorbell as well as a flood light motion sensor. It says that I need a ring bridge base station to use this, can I not just add it as an additional device with my subscription?

    Asked by IZZI.

    • Answer Hi IZZI. Good question. The Ring Smart Mailbox Sensor requires a Ring Bridge in order for you to receive notifications. When connected to a Ring Bridge, you will receive a real-time notification in the Ring App or via a connected Alexa-enabled device whenever your Mailbox Sensor detects motion. Visit our support center for more information. We invite you to reach out to our Community if any additional information is needed regarding your question. The Ring Community is our first peer-to-peer community forum, giving our customers the ability to help one another by sharing their feedback and experiences with each other. All the best, Nicole from Ring.

      Answered by Ring

  • QuestionIs there a monthly charge to use this product once installed

    Asked by Craig.

    • Answer yes 33 dollars a year unless you have multiple ring devices then its 100 dollars a year.

      Answered by Monitor

  • QuestionCan this sensor be used on something other than a mailbox, say a gate that I want to know if it is opened? Is this unit weatherproof?

    Asked by otheruses.

    • Answer Hi otheruses. Good question! Yes, you can use the included adhesive or drill bits to mount the Mailbox Sensor seamlessly into your mailbox, or use the included screws and mounting bracket to place it in any other metal enclosure like a shed to track motion around your home. Please note that the Ring Mailbox Sensor does not contain the Ring Bridge, which is necessary for all smart functionalities featured in the Ring app, such as mobile notifications, customizable settings, and the ability to connect to other compatible Ring and Alexa-enabled devices. We invite you to reach out to our Community if any additional information is needed regarding your question. The Ring Community is our first peer-to-peer community forum, giving our customers the ability to help one another by sharing their feedback and experiences with each other. All the best, Nicole from Ring.

      Answered by Ring

  • QuestionMy mailbox is about 250 feet away from my house. Will it work at this distance?

    Asked by Jeff.

    • Answer From where I've read it maximum distance is 25 ft

      Answered by Johniebeebs

  • QuestionWill motion from this sound the ring alarm if the alarm is set to home or away?

    Asked by dcslim.

    • Answer Hello DCSLIM, No, if this device detects motion it will send you a push notification via the Ring App but will not trigger the Ring Alarm. -Jamila

      Answered by Ring

  • QuestionI would like to put this product in my mail box. I have ordered another product and it didn’t work because I have a thick metal mail box. Would this work for me?

    Asked by Uktwin.

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  • QuestionMy mailbox is about 425 feet from my house. Is there anyway I could get this to work with my system?

    Asked by Cole.

    • Answer Hi Cole. Thank you for asking! The Ring Mailbox Sensor is a wireless, battery-powered motion sensor that tells you when your mailbox is opened. The useful range between your Bridge and other Ring Smart Lighting products depends on the number of obstructions between them and the materials they’re made of. The RF signal has a greater range than wifi, but you may have to experiment with your devices to find an optimal position. Visit our support center for more information: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360050067431-Ring-Mailbox-Sensor-Information. We invite you to reach out to our Community if any additional information is needed regarding your question. The Ring Community is our first peer-to-peer community forum, giving our customers the ability to help one another by sharing their feedback and experiences with each other. You can find it here: https://community.ring.com/. All the best, Nicole from Ring.

      Answered by Ring

  • QuestionWhat makes the mailbox sensor different from any other motion sensor?

    Asked by DCSlim.

    • Answer I have several of RING’S motion detectors and the mail box motion detector & from what I can tell there’s not much difference. The size & the mounting hardware is the obvious difference.

      Answered by Fyrcap

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