Disabling Ring doorbell for shabbos

[yoohoo]

Just my experience: I have a Netgear router that is compatible with the "Circle" app. I made a profile on Circle just for that specific wifi device, and I disable the wifi on the Ring every Friday using the Circle app. That way the camera is not saving any recording and it's a Psik Reisha d'lo nicha lei (at worst).

it’s a psik reisha dlo nicha even if it is recording

[Dan]

it’s a psik reisha dlo nicha even if it is recording

If it's lo nicha, why have it in the first place?

[coffeebean]

If it's lo nicha, why have it in the first place?

Is lo nicha for jews a thing?

ETA: It can also be lo nicha on Shabbos because you're not getting packages, visitors that are ringing the bell, etc.

[Dan]

Is lo nicha for jews a thing?

ETA: It can also be lo nicha on Shabbos because you're not getting packages, visitors that are ringing the bell, etc.

I like seeing who is causing the motion to trigger during the week. We're saying it's lo nicha because its Shabbos so therefore I don't want it?

So let that same logic apply to the light in a fridge.

[Yo ssi]

I'm thinking of getting a video doorbell. I have a wired connection but need a new transformer anyway. Instead of hard wiring it to the breaker box I'm thinking of maybe getting one that plugs in. This way I could plug it in to the outlet next to the breaker box using a smart plug which I could have go off at sunset every Fri and then go back on Sat night 1 hour after sunset. Would this work? Or do most video doorbells have a battery backup? I guess I'm basically looking for one that would be hardwired and specifically NOT have a battery backup. Any one ever do this?

This is the transformer I'm referring to that plugs in:
https://www.amazon.com/Transformer-Compatible-Doorbell-Thermostats-Certified/dp/B083R621RV/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=20MNWRAZUTM9C&keywords=doorbell%2Btransformer&qid=1694714645&sprefix=doorbell%2Btrans%2Caps%2C651&sr=8-4-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

I believe what your looking for is the Melacha Plug discussed a bit here.

I don't know about all but definitely lots of them would work only off power. I've seen the reolink one mentioned as the best bang for the buck (it comes with the adapter in the box and records to an SD card!).

Currently on sale for $72.89 (code: H35IYZ3QSHLA)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7S3JSG7/

[Bored Bachur]

Looking for the correct thread, this seems closest to "wifi doorbell master thread". otherwise can someone point me to the correct thread?

looking to install a wireless doorbell, main point is to get notification/communication if someone rings while I'm not home. (not particularly concerned with motion detecting/video storage)

trying to compare models: Ring vs. Blink? (blink is cheaper)? are there others that compete? Wyze?
seems all can be wired into the existing doorbell system. are any able to run off that? or all need additional battery/power? which ones can be plugged in to normal plug (or other steady power supply)?
Do all need a subscription? or can any run basic notification without additional monthly fees?

on another note, aside from wiring into the existing 'chime', are any able to be wired into the existing 'unlock' wiring of an old-style intercom bell? or is that a whole separate system?

would this thread work, seems the closest to what your looking for. https://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=93100.0

[gozalim]

would this thread work, seems the closest to what your looking for. https://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=93100.0

Thanks. gonna move convo over to there

[Thingywingy]

If it is shut off for Shabbos, does that mean it won’t function even as a regular doorbell?

[Yo ssi]

If it is shut off for Shabbos, does that mean it won’t function even as a regular doorbell?

Yup

[Thingywingy]

I have a Shabbos shunt switch for my Ring Pro and my alarm system.

If the power is cut (both the transformer power as well as the battery backup) the doorbell won't work.

Does the Ring Pro also have a battery backup? If so, how do you cut of power from the battery?

After Shabbos, do you have to go back into the app and set up your zones again? Seems like something that could be annoying every week.

Does the Ring Pro need to be reprogrammed every week on MS?

[Dan]

Does the Ring Pro also have a battery backup? If so, how do you cut of power from the battery?
 Does the Ring Pro need to be reprogrammed every week on MS?

It doesn't have a backup battery. It doesn't need to be reprogrammed.

[Thingywingy]

It doesn't have a backup battery. It doesn't need to be reprogrammed.

Thanks!

Not here on the top right? Also in Motion Settings. Maybe you need to update app or maybe it’s only on the Pro and you have a different version?

Is this an alternative to killing the power with a switch? Also, why have a physical switch instead of a smart switch or old-fashioned timer switch? Also, Can the same kill switch work with the Wired Nest (2nd gen)?

[Yo ssi]

Also, why have a physical switch instead of a smart switch or old-fashioned timer switch?

Aka the melacha plug.

[Dan]

Also, why have a physical switch instead of a smart switch or old-fashioned timer switch?

Because that's what my alarm guy offered to install to kill the alarm and doorbell on demand.

[Thingywingy]

Because that's what my alarm guy offered to install to kill the alarm and doorbell on demand.

Aside from being wired, do only specific models work with the kill switch (meaning they don't have a backup battery)? Ring seems to have revamped or renamed their line and there are three models that are wired; (1) Video Doorbell Wired, (2) Wired Doorbell Plus (Formerly: Video Doorbell Pro), (3) Wired Doorbell Pro (Wired Doorbell Pro (Formerly: Video Doorbell Pro 2).

How about the Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen)?

[Yo ssi]

Because that's what my alarm guy offered to install to kill the alarm and doorbell on demand.

You need to attach a relay with melacha plug, will make your life much easier.