Ring Spotlight Cam Mount Installation and User Guide

Smart Security at Every Corner of Your Home

Your new Spotlight Cam lets you extend the Ring of Security around your entire property.

Now, you'll always be the first to know when someone is in your yard, and you can watch over your home from anywhere.

Monitor your home, prevent crime, and protect your property – all from your phone, tablet or PC.

1. Install Your Spotlight Cam

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power at the fuse or circuit breaker before installing.

Verify that the supply voltage is correct. Connect fixture to a 100 VAC~240 VAC 50/60 Hz power source.

Always follow electrical code standards when installing wired connections.

If you are outside of North America, installation and wiring must be performed by a licensed electrician.

CAUTION: Risk of fire. Do not install near combustible or flammable surfaces.

NOTICE: Do not connect this light fixture to a dimmer switch or timer. Spotlight Cam Mount must be installed on a UL listed weatherproof electrical box.

What's in the Box?

Everything you need to install your Spotlight Cam is included.

Screwdriver & Phillips Bit: Use to install the box cover and tighten the security screw.
Bag o' Screws & Washers: Use four screws when mounting to a round electrical box, or two when mounting to a rectangular box.
Wire Nuts: Use to secure and protect wire connections.
Hanging Hook: Use to hold the weatherproof box cover in position as you install.
Round Weatherproof Box Cover: Use to mount your Spotlight Cam on a round weatherproof electrical box.
Rectangular Weatherproof Box Covers (Vertical & Horizontal): Use to mount your Spotlight Cam on a 1-gang rectangular weatherproof electrical box.
Wiring Harness and Mounting Nut: Use to attach your Spotlight Cam to your chosen weatherproof box cover, and connect it to your household wiring.
Oversized Weatherproof Gaskets (Optional): Add to your chosen box cover to ensure good seal with oversized weatherproof boxes.
Security Screw: Use to secure your Spotlight Cam to the box cover.

How it All Fits Together

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the components of the Spotlight Cam installation. Key parts labeled include: Setup Button, Camera Adjustment Collar, Security Screw, Lights, Motion Detector, Mounting Screws and Washers (metal washer above rubber washer), Weatherproof Box Cover, Wiring Harness, Mounting Nut, and the electrical box with wires (Black/Hot Wire, White/Neutral Wire, Red wire). The red wire is for controlling up to 150W of auxiliary lights (cap if not using). A note indicates that if the weatherproof box is oversized and does not seal properly against the box cover, add one of the included weatherproof gaskets to the box cover before installing.

Installation Height and Motion Detection

When mounted at the recommended height (9 feet up, with the motion sensor parallel to the ground), your Spotlight Cam is optimized to detect human-sized objects at up to 30 feet.

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates the optimal mounting height and motion detection range. The camera is shown mounted parallel to the ground at 9 feet. The motion detection cone extends up to 30 feet horizontally.

Recommended Mounting Styles - Wall Mount

When mounting to a vertical wall, you'll usually want the mounting port to face downwards.

Diagram Description: Diagrams show mounting options for a 4" Round, 2x4 Vertical, and 2x4 Horizontal electrical box for wall mounting.

Icon Description: An information icon (i) is present with the text: Ensure that the electrical box you use is weatherproof, including threaded plugs. Use sealant if necessary.

Recommended Mounting Styles - Ceiling Mount

When mounting to a horizontal surface, face the mounting port in the direction you want the camera to see.

Diagram Description: Diagrams show mounting options for a 4" Round, 2x4 Vertical, and 2x4 Horizontal electrical box for ceiling mounting.

Insert the Wiring Harness

Hold your chosen weatherproof box cover and your Spotlight Cam in the orientation you plan to install them. Feed the wires through, then insert Spotlight Cam into the box cover.

Diagram Description: A hand is shown holding a weatherproof box cover and the Spotlight Cam, with wires being fed through.

Secure the Wiring Harness

Using the provided nut, secure the wiring harness to the box cover. Once the nut is tightened, turn your Spotlight Cam to the left to disengage it from the mount, and remove it, for now.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the wiring harness secured to the box cover with a nut.

Shut Power Off at the Breaker

If you don't know where your breaker is or how to turn off power to your electrical box, consult with a licensed electrician.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows a hand flipping a circuit breaker switch to the 'OFF' position.

Remove your Existing Light or Camera

With power off at the breaker, remove your existing floodlight or camera from the electrical box and disconnect the wires.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows an existing light fixture being removed from an electrical box, with wires disconnected.

Remove Existing Bracket (if present)

If there is a bracket attached to your electrical box, remove that as well. Inspect the box to make sure water can’t get in.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows a bracket being removed from an electrical box, with an arrow indicating the direction of removal.

Hang the Box Cover

Use the included hanging hook to hold the weatherproof box cover in place as you wire it in.

Diagram Description: A hand is shown using a hanging hook to support the weatherproof box cover while wiring.

Connect the Power Wires

Connect the black and white wires on the wiring harness to the black (hot) and white (neutral) wires coming out of your electrical box. Use the included wire nuts to secure and protect the connections.

The red wire is optional, and should only be connected if you wish to control other lights with your Spotlight Cam.

For more installation info, see the Advanced Installation Options section.

Icon Description: An information icon (i) is present with the text: If you don't have clearly colored black and white wires coming out of your electrical box, consult with a licensed electrician.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the wiring harness connected to the wires from the electrical box using wire nuts.

Screw in the Box Cover

Use the included screws to secure the box cover to the electrical box. Be sure to add a metal washer, then a rubber washer to each screw before inserting.

Icon Description: An information icon (i) is present with the text: Some round boxes may only take two screws. Seal unused holes in the cover with the included screws and nuts. Add a metal washer backed by a rubber washer to each side before tightening the nut.

Diagram Description: A hand is shown screwing the box cover to the electrical box, with washers being placed on the screws.

Mount your Spotlight Cam

Insert your Spotlight Cam into the box cover. Once it's fully seated, turn to the right to lock it in.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the Spotlight Cam being inserted and locked into the mounted box cover.

Add the Security Screw

Insert and tighten the security screw to lock your Spotlight Cam into the box cover.

Diagram Description: A hand is shown tightening the security screw.

Turn on Power at the Breaker

Once your Spotlight Cam is installed, it's time to turn power back on at the breaker. If the lights on your Spotlight Cam turn on, you're ready to go! If not, turn power off at the breaker and check your connections.

Diagram Description: A hand is shown flipping a circuit breaker switch to the 'ON' position.

2. Set up your Spotlight Cam in the Ring app.

Download the Ring app

The Ring app walks you through setting up and managing your Spotlight Cam. Search for "Ring" in one of the app stores below, or visit: ring.com/app.

Diagram Description: Images of the App Store and Google Play buttons are shown.

Grab your Wi-Fi password

You'll need it for the in-app setup. Write it down below so it's handy when you need it:

[Input field for Wi-Fi password]

Connect your Spotlight Cam to the Ring App

In the Ring app, select Set Up Device. When prompted, select Spotlight Cam Mount and follow the in-app instructions.

Diagram Description: A hand is shown holding a smartphone displaying the Ring app interface, with options to set up a device, including Spotlight Cam Mount.

Try it out!

After setup, tap the Live View button in the Ring app to see video from the camera. If you have any problems, jump ahead to the Troubleshooting section.

Diagram Description: A smartphone screen shows a live video feed from the Spotlight Cam, with controls for Live View, Siren, Lights, Motion Alerts, and Protect Mode.

3. Check out all the Exciting Features.

After Setup, Select your Spotlight Cam in the Ring App

This will bring you to the Device Dashboard, where you can change settings and access various features.

Diagram Description: A smartphone screen displays the Spotlight Cam's Device Dashboard with various feature controls.

Features Overview

LIGHTS: Manually switch the lights on or off.
MOTION ALERTS: Turn notifications on or off for motion events.
SIREN: Trigger the siren to scare away intruders.
LIVE VIEW: Tap to see live video from Spotlight Cam. From here, you can see, speak and hear visitors, and control the siren and lights.
EVENT HISTORY: View a log of all the events captured by your Spotlight Cam in Event History.
DEVICE HEALTH: Visit Device Health to diagnose any problems you run into.
MOTION SETTINGS: Select Motion Settings to customize motion detection for motion alerts.
LIGHT SETTINGS: Adjust motion detection for the lights and set light brightness in Light Settings.

Motion Detection

To receive motion alerts, you need to set up Motion Zones, which are customizable areas you want your Spotlight Cam to monitor. To set up a Motion Zone, select Motion Settings. On this screen, create up to three Motion Zones. You need at least one active Motion Zone to get alerts.

Diagram Description: A smartphone screen shows the motion detection setup, with an area labeled "Zone 1" highlighted.

Notifications

If your phone is locked when the camera captures a live event, you receive a notification on your lock screen. If your phone has a passcode, you'll need to enter it to access the live event.

Diagram Description: A smartphone lock screen shows a notification from Ring indicating motion detected.

Live Events

A live event begins when motion is detected or when selecting Live View. During live events, you can access these features:

Two-way Talk: Speak to visitors and hear what they have to say.
Siren: Activate the siren.
Lights: Turn the lights on and off.
Ring Neighborhoods: Share suspicious events with neighbors.

Diagram Description: A smartphone screen shows a live video feed with icons for Two-way Talk, Siren, Lights, and Ring Neighborhoods.

Ring Video Recording

This optional feature saves recordings of every event your Spotlight Cam captures, allowing you to share it with others. You can access these events on any device running the Ring app or by logging into your account at: ring.com/activity.

Learn more at: ring.com/video-recording

Your new Spotlight Cam includes a free trial of Ring Video Recording for you to enjoy. Watch your email inbox for important announcements about this service.

Diagram Description: A smartphone screen shows a recorded video event with playback controls.

4. Advanced Installation Options

Alternate Angles

The included weatherproof box covers are designed to mount your Spotlight Cam pointing downward from an elevated position. However, if you'd like to mount your Spotlight Cam at a different angle, just hold your chosen weatherproof box cover in the orientation you plan to install it, and follow the instructions on page 14.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows a weatherproof box cover being held at an angle for installation.

Auxiliary Light Control

Your Spotlight Cam has an advanced motion detection system. If you'd like other lights (such as floodlights) to be triggered by the motion detector in your Spotlight Cam, wire them according to this diagram.

Your connected lights also turn on when you manually enable your Spotlight Cam lights in the Ring app.

Icon Description: An information icon (i) is present with the text: Total power draw of connected lights must not exceed 150 watts.

Diagram Description: A wiring diagram shows how to connect auxiliary lights to the Spotlight Cam.

Upgrade a Floodlight

If you have an existing motion detecting floodlight, you can replace its motion sensor with your Spotlight Cam for a massive upgrade! To do so, disconnect the wires connected to the motion detector. Then, unscrew and remove the motion sensor from the floodlight and replace it with the included wiring harness.

With the floodlight in its normal install position, make sure that the lock-shaped symbols on the wiring harness face up (for wall mounting) or toward you (for eaves mounting). Then, wire it in, following this diagram.