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Ring cameras, lights, and sensors are some of the most popular surveillance devices on the market, making them a common choice for homeowners looking for peace of mind. The Ring Outdoor Cam and Ring Stick Up Cam are two budget-friendly products in the Ring family, and they’re also easy to set up. But “easy” doesn’t mean you have to rush through any part of the initial setup, especially if you plan to mount a camera on a wall or ceiling.
If you accidentally mount a Ring Outdoor Cam or Stick Up Cam upside down, you won’t be able to rotate the video in the Ring app. Improper mounting of any of these devices can also affect the accuracy of the cams’ built-in motion detection. Both cameras include mounting hardware, but the included plate and accessories are intended for use on a flat wall. To properly mount one of these Ring Cams to the ceiling, you will need to purchase the Stick Up Cam add-on mount. Compatible with the second and third generation Stick Up Cam, the kit comes with everything you need to set up your Ring cam in just minutes. There’s even a telescoping arm that you can adjust to get the perfect viewing angle. Ring also recommends using the add-on mount for more versatile placement on walls.
Generally speaking, Ring cameras (and other smart home surveillance products) tend to work best when connected to a strong Wi-Fi network. Before you start drilling holes, it’s a good idea to first set up your Ring Cam, confirming that it is actually connected and operational, and only then move it to the final location.
The Ring app lets you rotate the view of some, but not all, Ring cameras.
Both the Ring Outdoor Cam and Ring Stick Up Cam are managed by the Ring app, but not all Ring devices are treated the same by the associated software. For example, there are many indoor and outdoor Ring cameras that can be mounted upside down without issue, but only if the device supports the Rotate View option. To figure this out, launch the Ring app, tap the menu icon, then tap Devices. Select your Ring product, go to Device Settings, then Video Settings. If you can’t find a Rotate Video option on the Video Settings screen, your Ring cam does not support this feature.
If the option is available, once you tap it, you will be prompted to readjust the video orientation of your Ring cam. Once configured, you must also readjust any customizable motion zones programmed on your cameras. And while we’re on the subject, we should also mention that only the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam has motion tracking capabilities. That said, those looking for automated or manual pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) functionality may want to consider one of these security cameras that don’t require a subscription.
