Posted 22 hours ago
Wired video doorbell with existing transformer
Hello,
I've purchased a Reolink doorbell and I'm trying to figure out if I can power it with my existing doorbells connection. Please see pic from the transformer. One cable currently goes to the doorbell outside, and the other to a chime:
According to reolink: "Reolink Video Doorbell works with a power supply of 24V DC or 12-24V AC, 50/60 Hz. And it is compatible with most power systems of mechanical doorbells (16V AC, 50/60 Hz, 30 VA)."
Any input woukd be much appreciated!
Thanks
Incase it's difficult to see the picture it says:
Friedland 752. Bell and chime isolating transformer
Primary: 220-240v 50hz
Secondary: 3-5-8v 1.0 A
Link to: Reolink install instructions, mentioned adding a jumper cable to the existing chime to get the required power
I've purchased a Reolink doorbell and I'm trying to figure out if I can power it with my existing doorbells connection. Please see pic from the transformer. One cable currently goes to the doorbell outside, and the other to a chime:
According to reolink: "Reolink Video Doorbell works with a power supply of 24V DC or 12-24V AC, 50/60 Hz. And it is compatible with most power systems of mechanical doorbells (16V AC, 50/60 Hz, 30 VA)."
Any input woukd be much appreciated!
Thanks
Incase it's difficult to see the picture it says:
Friedland 752. Bell and chime isolating transformer
Primary: 220-240v 50hz
Secondary: 3-5-8v 1.0 A
Link to: Reolink install instructions, mentioned adding a jumper cable to the existing chime to get the required power
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sorted byWondering if it's worth trying, or more importantly if its safe to try
I read so many articles about wifi drop outs etc I went with this 24V transformer
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I couldn't use my old door bell case as everything was moulded to the case so I did a quick search and found this for £7.99 toolstation.com/mains-battery-doorbell/p54078 which was the exact same dimensions as our old doorbell chime box situated in the hallway.
Toolstation were amazing. When I collected it I asked if the inside of the doorbell could be removed and he opened it for me and had a look. He proceeded to gut the insides on the counter! and we both agreed it was perfect for the job!
I only had to make a small hole in the top for the existing screws to be used so it meant I didn't need to drill any new holes in the wall.
Transformer provides 24V to Reolink doorbell and I had no issues with it not even a delay when I press the doorbell, although I am using 5Ghz WiFi network.
et voila it takes up the same space as our old doorbell in hallway which meant no paint touchup required! oh and as a bonus has a nicer looking white cover to it! (edited)