Ring Smart Lighting Not Connecting or Turning On

Ring Smart Lighting extends your security system with motion-activated outdoor lights. This guide covers issues.

Bridge Setup

1. Ring Smart Lighting Bridge required
2. Bridge connects to WiFi
3. Lights connect to Bridge wirelessly
4. Place Bridge near outdoor lights
5. Range approximately 250 feet

Light Not Pairing

1. Ensure Bridge is online in Ring app
2. Pull battery tab on new light
3. Light should appear in app automatically
4. Keep light near Bridge during setup
5. Factory reset light if not found

Solar Lights Not Charging

1. Position panel for direct sunlight
2. 4+ hours of sunlight needed daily
3. Clean solar panel regularly
4. Check panel isn't shaded
5. Winter reduces charging

Motion Not Triggering

1. Adjust motion sensitivity in app
2. Configure motion zones
3. Check light isn't scheduled off
4. Test by walking in detection area
5. Ensure battery charged (battery models)

Linked Motion Groups

1. Link lights to Ring cameras
2. Camera motion triggers lights
3. Configure in app Groups section
4. Lights can trigger camera recording
5. Coordinated security response

Wired Floodlight

1. Wired to existing outdoor wiring
2. No battery needed
3. Professional installation recommended
4. Works with Bridge for smart features
5. Higher brightness than solar options