{"id":357,"date":"2022-02-07T15:38:38","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T15:38:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/?p=357"},"modified":"2022-03-25T15:07:36","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T15:07:36","slug":"mounting-ring-floodlight-cam-upside-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smarthomewinner.com\/mounting-ring-floodlight-cam-upside-down\/","title":{"rendered":"Effectively Mounting the Ring Floodlight Cam Upside Down"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ring Floodlight Cameras take home security to a whole new level. You can have a few of these lying around your house to have constant visibility with high-quality video anywhere at your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re easy to set, easy to use, and they only need power and a stable wifi connection to operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But can they be mounted upside down? Yes, they can. The mounting mechanism while upside down is the same as usual.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem is that you get a restricted range of visibility, which counters the main advantage of buying the whole thing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that we have two solutions for that. Let\u2019s see the possibility of effectively mounting the Ring floodlight camera upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But first, let\u2019s learn what Ring floodlight cameras are and how to typically mount them before mounting them upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Ring Floodlight Cameras?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Box for the Ring Floodlight Cam Plus white version<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Ring Floodlight Cameras<\/a> are arguably the best home security cameras<\/a> in the meantime. Admittedly, they cost quite a bit, but they\u2019re worth every dollar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re wall-mounted cameras that record high-quality video using a wide-angle lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They also come with two floodlights for the best visibility in low-light conditions. Additionally, they could be used as a reliable two-way communication method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ring floodlight cameras increase your home security<\/a> tenfold. In addition, because of their wide-angle lens, you\u2019ll need fewer cameras around your household compared to standard cameras to cover all angles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Mount The Ring Camera Normally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t know how to mount Ring cameras in their normal position, you may find it challenging to mount them upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First things first, it\u2019s essential to know that these cameras require a physical connection to your home. Exterior light connections usually do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the power source is ready, all you need to do is follow the manual instructions that come with your purchase. Don\u2019t worry; we\u2019ll cover that too! Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mount the Bracket<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

See that round cover that goes in the back of the camera? Pass your wiring through it, nail it, and fix the wiring in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, nail the bracket securely to the wall and make sure that it\u2019s fixed in place by trying to dislodge it with your hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place the Ring Camera<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Simply mount up the rest of the camera housing on the bracket. Make sure that it\u2019s fitting correctly before you start tightening the screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you are finished, the black or white dome should be facing downwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A first generation Ring Floodlight Cam<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Can You Mount The Ring Camera Anywhere?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As long as you can provide physical wiring, you can virtually place the Ring floodlight camera anywhere. You can put it on a roof overhang, soffits, or eaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are a few factors that you should keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wiring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you decide to hang your Ring camera on eaves or soffits, you\u2019ll most likely need an electrician as these areas don\u2019t usually have wiring in them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visibility <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You need to make sure that the camera lens is not obstructed by an overhanging object or anything else. After all, the camera is useless if it can\u2019t see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dryness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The surface you attach your camera to should be dry and away from any possible leaking. If you can\u2019t guarantee the dryness of your location, then use silicone to protect your camera as much as you can<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply a silicone ring around the camera\u2019s back bracket to prevent any water from going inside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that when you want to hang the camera on a soffit or an eave, you\u2019ll need to consider the path that water takes as it slides down your roof. Even silicon won\u2019t save the camera<\/a> if it\u2019s placed in the way of sliding water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is It Hard To Hang The Ring Camera Upside Down?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s be more specific; the process of hanging the Ring camera upside down isn\u2019t any different from the normal hanging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem lies in two other things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Camera Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The camera weight isn\u2019t a problem on vertical walls, so it shouldn\u2019t be a problem on the ceiling, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Theoretically, yes. But in reality, many ceilings are drywall<\/a>, and nail fixation alone won\u2019t be enough to keep that camera in place without complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your drywall ceiling should be anchor-supported for it to be able to hold the weight of the Ring camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Camera Angle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Adjusting the Ring Floodlight Cam brightness from within the Ring app<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

When the Ring camera is hung upside down, its vision will be reduced considerably. So the logical solution would be to move the camera in its hinge to provide the best visibility, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is when things get strange. For some reason, Ring floodlight cameras don\u2019t have the same motion range if you decide to tilt them the opposite way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your camera lens will still have visibility, but it won\u2019t be nearly as good as when the camera is mounted normally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To hang your Ring floodlight camera upside down while dodging the limited visibility problem, read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Effectively Hang The Ring Floodlight Camera Upside Down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two ways to increase the visibility of your camera while it\u2019s upside down. One of them gives you a slightly better range of visibility without affecting your warranty (hopefully.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The other one is more of a DIY hack, but you should say goodbye to your warranty<\/a> if you decide to apply this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Method #1: The Flip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When your camera is hung upside down, its range of visibility is reduced to like 40%. What you will do is rotate the camera head 180 degrees to swap the field of vision to be 60%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Keep in mind that these numbers are metaphorical to explain what you would gain from rotating the camera 180 degrees)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To flip your camera, you need to dislodge its ball from the socket. Make sure that you have enough wire slack to move the camera with ease, then loose the screw that keeps the ball secure in the socket.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you do that, support the camera with your hands because its weight can either dislodge the wires or cut them. The cut wires are easy to deal with, but if the camera falls on the ground, there\u2019s no telling how much damage will happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the ball is out of the socket, rotate the camera 180 degrees to flip the visibility range from 40% to 60% (theoretically.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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