They utilize near field magnetic technology which is a mechanical method of operation and typically reliable for security purposes.
Ring contact sensor recessed door.
The ring contact sensor has two main parts.
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See how to install the wireless contact sensor into a door invisibly.
You ll always be the first to know when something s ajar.
Make sure to use contact sensors indoors.
Connect them to your ring alarm base station and receive mobile alerts from the ring app whenever your doors or windows open.
The sensors are installed using magnets on the surface of the door and the door.
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When mounting the ring alarm contact sensor 1st generation make sure the notches are lined up.
Ring alarm contact sensors easily mount to any door or window frame in your home for easy diy installation.
It s not intended for outdoor use.
The sensor and the magnet it senses.
I ll start off by saying the size of these door sensors contact sensors appears thicker than other non ring versions but i feel that it may be to accommodate the larger long lasting battery inside the sensor.
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You can attach alarm contact sensors to any door or window in your house or apartment and when armed you ll get instant alerts on your phone and tablet whenever they open.
Don t use the contact sensor on the side of the door with the hinge.
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Be sure to install the sensor on the side of the door that opens not on the side with the hinge.
For reliability ensure that the notches on the sensor and magnet are aligned.
I wrote them and they said they plan on certifying more third party sensors currently only the first alert smoke co detectors are supported in the future.
Recessed contact sensors are installed inside the frames and inside the door or window making them less visible to intruders.
These door contact position switches dcs work with all access control and burglar alarm systems.
Ring supports some zwave sensors that are slim or recessed but does not support them to set off the alarm.