Why is my Ring base red?

A solid red light indicates that the internet cannot be reached. When the Internet LED light is off, this means the Base Station is in low power mode.
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How do I reboot my ring base station?

Reset the Ring Base Station. To reset a Ring Base Station, insert a pin into the tiny hole on the back and hold it in for a minimum of ten seconds. You'll know that the reset is complete when the LED (on the front of the device) turns red. Once the Base Station is reset, unplug it.
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What does it mean when the SimpliSafe base is red?

Why is the SimpliSafe Base Red? The device's cellular module is attempting to connect to SimpliSafe servers but is encountering an error. A solid red light usually indicates that your Base Station's cellular module is not connected correctly. Your system is experiencing an error (loss of power, sensor failure, etc.)
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Does the ring base station have a battery?

Ring Alarm Base Station - Internal rechargeable battery which lasts up to 24 hours of battery life. Ring Alarm Contact Sensor (1st gen) - Uses a 3V Lithium battery, included, which may last up to 3 years depending on usage. Cold temperatures may drain battery life faster.
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What do the lights mean on ring base station?

Note: The first time your Base Station connects to the internet, it will automatically begin a software update, which may take a few minutes. During the update, the light ring on your Base Station glows blue with a spinning yellow indicator. Once the ring is solid blue, the update is complete.
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How do I reset my SimpliSafe base?

How do I reset SimpliSafe?
  1. Unplug the base station.
  2. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the device using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
  3. Remove one battery for at least 10–15 seconds before putting it back in.
  4. Put the battery cover back on.
  5. Plug the base station in and wait a minute or two for a new connection.
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Why is my SimpliSafe camera flashing red?

If the camera has a flashing red light, it has incorrect WiFi credentials. If this issue arises during setup, ensure that you have entered your WiFi network and password correctly. If the camera has previously been set up successfully, the WiFi credentials may have changed.
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Why is SimpliSafe base blue?

The SimpliSafe Base Station will flash a blue indicator light to alert you of potential issues. The blue light is meant to inform you that a message containing more details on the problem is being sent to the SimpliSafe Keypad.
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Why is my ring base station not pairing?

"Connection Error"

Your Base Station can't connect to the wifi router. This may be due to a poor wifi connection, or because you entered the wrong wifi network password. Check that your Base Station location has a strong wifi signal, and then tap the Try Again button to retry the wifi connection.
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How do I reconnect my ring base station?

If you have your Ring Alarm Base Station and another wifi network or internet connection available, you can switch your Base Station to the new wifi network in order to reconnect to the internet. You'll need the new wifi network and password in order to join, or an ethernet cable in order to plug in the Base Station.
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Why is my ring base station offline?

Something like a power surge or a temporary loss of power can cause the Ring Alarm to lose connection (Source: Ring). If something happens to your Ring Alarm Base Station's battery, Ring has built-in a backup battery that will allow your device to work normally for about fifteen minutes (Source: Ring).
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How do I turn off the red flashing light on my camera?

Insert Fresh Batteries

Now it starts recording until blue light goes out and turns flashing red. You will see the device blink solid red light for a certain period and then disappear suddenly.
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Do security cameras have red lights?

Most security cameras do not have a flashing red light. A red light gives away where a camera is positioned and the fact that it is there in the first place. Some older security cameras may have included this as a feature but you would be hard pressed to find one that still does.
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How do you know if a security camera is recording?

Log in to your security camera software

For example, you can turn on your monitor to see whether your IP security camera is recording videotape. If the footage is showing up correctly, the IP security camera is on. If not, it would be either the cable or the camera issue.
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Why is my SimpliSafe base not lighting up?

Simply unplug the power cord to your Base Station and, while unplugged, remove a battery (you'll need a screwdriver to get to the battery compartment). Wait a few seconds, and then put the battery back in and plug in the power cord - the Base Station will then come back on.
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What happens if SimpliSafe base is unplugged?

When one sensor or camera detects danger, it sends a signal to the Base Station, which sounds the siren and notifies you immediately. If it's unplugged or the power goes out, the 24-hour backup battery keeps you covered. With a monitoring plan, it will alert us and we will dispatch police if there's ever an emergency.
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Where is the battery in SimpliSafe base station?

How do I replace my Base Station's batteries?
  1. Ensure your system is disarmed.
  2. Unplug your Base Station.
  3. Use a Philips head screwdriver to remove the battery cover on the bottom of the Base Station.
  4. Remove the old batteries.
  5. Insert the new Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries.
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How long does the ring base station stay charged?

The battery should last six - nine months on a single charge before needing a recharge. This can change depending on usage and power save settings. The sound comes from the base station and the keypad.
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How do I change the battery in my ring base station?

Note: You do not need to take down the entire device in order to replace the battery.
  1. Press the cover release and remove the cover from your motion sensor.
  2. Remove the battery.
  3. Place the new battery back in the device.
  4. Put the cover back on the device.
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Does ring base station need to be connected to router?

"The Base Station can only be connected to the Internet through an Ethernet Cable or via a 2.4 or 5 GHz wifi connection. If you are connected to a wifi connection, the connection and your credentials will be removed as a security feature if you plug in an Ethernet cable.
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What happens if ring base station is unplugged?

Note: If the Base Station goes offline, you will be unable to access or control your devices through the app, but your device will remain armed, and the Ring Alarm siren will still function. Your Ring Alarm usually communicates with you or your monitoring service through the internet via wifi or an Ethernet cable.
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How do I get my Ring sensor back online?

Press and hold the pinhole reset button using a paperclip or the included pinhole tool. The LED light will flash green. Continue holding down the pinhole reset button until the LED light turns red. Put the back cover back on the device.
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Does Ring work if Wi-Fi is down?

YES! You can use Ring Power Packs to keep Alarm Pro online, and use your existing, working internet connection. No, but Alarm Cellular Backup will help the alarm system get the signal out, if you're enrolled in professional monitoring. YES!
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