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Alarm.com Wireless Video Doorbell (ADC-VDB780B) - Installation Guide Use this guide to assist with the installation of your ADC-VDB780B Wireless Video Doorbell. In the box • ADC-VDB780B Wireless Video Doorbell • ADC-VDB780B mounting plate • 10º tilt wedge • Battery pack •...
Important: A service package that includes Video Analytics and the Doorbell Cameras add-on is required to enroll the ADC-VDB780B. • ADC-VDB780B and included accessories • Drill/Screwdriver • Level • Pencil • Wi-Fi connection to broadband (Cable, DSL, or Fiber Optic) internet • A computer, tablet, or smartphone with Wi-Fi https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
The Alarm.com Smart Chime (ADC-W115C) is required for installation. Click here for instructions Installation Important: If you have not installed the Alarm.com Smart Chime yet, do that now. For installation instructions, see Alarm.com Smart Chime (ADC-W115C-INT) - Installation Guide (International).
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7. After the button LED stops flashing red, press and release the doorbell button and ensure the LED lights up red. Connect the Wireless Video Doorbell to the Alarm.com Smart Chime 1. Verify the Wireless Video Doorbell (VDB780B) is less than 10 feet away from the Alarm.com Smart Chime (W115C).
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4. Press and release the WPS button located on the side of the W115C to enable WPS mode. The WPS LED will begin flashing rapidly. 5. If the pairing is successful, the W115C Devices LED will quickly blink 3 times, and the VDB780B LED will begin blinking red and then turn solid green. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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5. Tap ADC-VDB780B. 6. Follow the on-screen prompts for installing the video device. Method 2: Customer Website 1. In an internet browser address bar, enter www.alarm.com/addcamera and log into the customer account. Alternatively: a. Log into the Customer Website. b. Click Video.
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Note: These settings can only be changed in the MobileTech app until 24 hours after enrollment. Any future changes will need to be made using the Customer Website. Mount the Wireless Video Doorbell Plan, Level, & Mark https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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If the installation location has stairs or a ramp leading to the entryway, a tilt wedge will likely be needed to help focus the Wireless Video Doorbell on the visitors' approach path. A doorbell mounted on an elevated entryway may wake up too often due to constant or uninteresting motion. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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Visitors may only be detected once they are directly in front of the entryway and clips will not contain their approach to the door. Install the 10º tilt wedge mount included in the doorbell’s packaging to focus the PIRs downward to reduce unwanted wake-ups, and improve recorded clips. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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Mounting on an entry with a sided facade: Sided facades can misalign the Wireless Video Doorbell and lead to missed detections. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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Install the 10º tilt wedge mount included in the doorbell’s packaging to focus the PIRs downward. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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2. Push the VDB780B into the slots and slide down, until the device clicks into place. 3. Slide the latch on the bottom of the mount to secure the VDB780B in place. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
Charging Requirements • A 5V/1.5A USB wall charger • The supplied charging cable Charging Steps Note: A fully depleted battery takes approximately 7 hours to charge. 1. Unlatch the bottom of the mount. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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2. Remove the VDB780B from the mount. 3. Separate the battery pack from the VDB780B body. 4. Plug the supplied micro USB cable into the battery pack. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
6. The charging LED, located on the top of the battery pack, will be solid orange while the device is charging. The charging LED will turn solid green when charging has completed. LED Guide 1. Top LED 2. Button LED https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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To enter this mode, press and hold the button for 30-45 seconds. Blinking white The camera is in AP pairing mode. AP mode To enter this mode, press and hold the button for 46-60 seconds. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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Button LED behavior On button press Solid green = >75% charged Charging Solid orange Solid yellow = 75%-20% charged The battery pack is plugged in and charging. Alternating red and blue = <20% charged https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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Solid green or solid orange charging exceeded The battery pack's internal temperature is either too hot or too Alternating red and white cold. Please charge the battery pack in a room-temperature environment. https://answers.alarm.com/Partner/Installation_and_Troubleshooting/Video_Devices/Alarm.com_Wireless_Video_Doorbell_(A… Updated: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:32:17 GMT...
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