how to wire a doorbell DIY live demo and wiring diagram

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2:15 project start
8:31 diode INFO
10:42 sound and chime
13:45 back door button
15:22 wiring diagram

[@borndiy5490]

For us who never installed a door bell, you sure made it a positive project. THANKS!!!

[@stevenpresmyk3084]

Mr. Chris Craft, I just want to say thank you for this clearly explained how to wire a doorbell video. My wired doorbell stopped working about 10 years ago. At the time, I tried but couldn't fix it. So, I got a wireless doorbell. It worked for a while but not reliable. After several years I got another wireless doorbell. Same result. After listened to my wife's harping on me to fix the doorbell I went to KZbin and found your video. The simplicity of your explanation was perfect. I was able to follow your diagram and sort out the mess which was my existing doorbell wiring. Look, I just want to say thanks. Do more videos like this.

[@Mote78]

Why is it that wives can complain about things for years but not even attempt to fix it themselves? Wouldn’t it be a treat if they did? I help around the house with vacuuming, washing dishes, laundry, cook some, but the help never seems to go the other way. “I cant do that stuff” is the response. Yet, women want equal pay in the workplace? Non sequitur I say. 😂😂🤦‍♂️

[@Juneorta]

After spending countless hours wiring and rewiring, I am so glad I ran across your video. A diode was the reason my chime would not work. Thank you a million times over for posting your video and mentioning that tiny diode. I purchased the one I needed and the chime works like it should!

[@Ford_Raptor956]

Simplest Video Ive Seen.... I actually bought everythingin the video before i even saw this video , so it was even easier.

[@ruthosborn7482]

Chris, Thank you for making a simple, straight-forward video...I got it. You explained everything so well. No kids talking in the background, I could hear you well, and you covered everything I needed to know.

[@jasonb7156]

Because of your diagram at 16:19 i was able to fix my doorbell! thank you for the video.

[@rogeriosantos321]

Attaching the doorbell to the mount is a little difficult but once it locks into place it seems extremely sturdy. kzbin.infoUgkxxHZwMa8CsRjYhf9s4W8w0Dwm47uytWOp I replaced my regular doorbell with this and hard wired it in, using my existing wires and mechanical chime. It works perfect so far and integrates perfectly with my blink camera system. It also works seamlessly with Alexa

[@lucasled5049]

Finally a guy able to explain in simple terms to those who do not read instructions before installing anything. I wish I could explain things the way you do bro! Nice video.

[@gwpiker]

You did a great job putting this together, No long winded explanations , You went to a lot of trouble and a bunch of us appreciate that , Thanks

[@bertraminc9412]

Best doorbell wiring video on KZbin.

[@MrVeeBlog]

I love these straight-ahead DYI type videos. Working out the details and bugs as you go through the install. Which is how I tend to do these things. I need to get power to my Ring doorbell because I am tired of removing it and putting it on the charger. I saw the Ring doorbell in your video, got excited for a second until you said that was for another day. bummer. Anyway, thanks for the wiring help.

[@MrVeeBlog]

I disconnected the original wiring and put in this battery powered, wireless doorbell box a bunch of years ago. Now I need that connectivity to set up the Ring but I'm not sure how to reconnect things to get a current back to the Ring.

[@chriscraft77022]

@@MrVeeBlog i just uploaded the ring transformer video

[@MtnBadger]

Good point about the diode, this is a life long issue with people putting in doorbells. They think "Ahh, I don't need that, it's a pain. It works.." then complain about it. A company would not spend the money to include it if not needed. It's only a few cents but, over the course of a million units, it's a lot of money. I like the seasonal ring tones for Christmas, new year (Auld lang syne) and your birthday... lol. Bethoven is cool, too. Mostly, I appreciate your straightforward, lay out and test the unit first approach because it ensures the product, your doing it right and removes confusion when you start stringing wire. Common sense stuff, which isn't too common, anymore. Thanks! (P.S. You'll enjoy your ring doorbell. I recommend them to anyone.)

[@markwiygul6356]

Exceptional A+ video on wired doorbells, this is the ONE to watch. Thank You!

[@andrewadams8601]

Great straightforward video, and I liked that you called out the people leaving bad review because they weren't following the instructions. Subbed 👍

[@MrMartinoBranding]

Thank you for this. I just bought a nest video doorbell thinking it would solve my problem on not having a doorbell connected, but apparently, you still need a full doorbell before installing the Nest. Argh...I will have to figure out how to get that done and how to pass the wires. At the very least this gives me a good idea of how to do so.

[@eliasgutierrez6789]

Technically, if you don't have a hard wired doorbell you can still use the nest doorbell as long as you have google home speakers. That's what I did.

[@yanimac]

Out of most videos I've seen on this subject this was the most informative. Thanks

[@saifal-badri]

Thanks you made it so simple and saved me at least $150 getting a contractor :)

[@debbz575]

I liked your choice of purchase and your step by step tutorial, priceless. Thank you for empowering the DIYer.

[@steverodriguez51]

Hey Chris Craft...kudos...I watch a lot of KZbin videos to learn things and this one is great! Not too much banter, not too brief, and it’s simple! Easy to understand, easy to hear, easy to see...just awesome.. I’d give you an 11 out of 10. Thank you!

[@theponto11]

Haha I love the “shame on you for leaving a bad review when you didn’t read the instructions.” Most reviews are for that reason.

[@karenarzuaga6337]

95% of all bad reviews are from non instruction readers

[@Mote78]

Yeah, or they are upset about the delivery service or container damage when the product is perfectly fine. Idiots. Those aren’t reasons to downgrade a product.

[@ronaldnorris2179]

@@karenarzuaga6337 Absolutely right

[@alimabraham744]

I just saw your video man you are very good I love what you did and helped me to installing my new doorbell thank you

[@chriscraft77022]

watch part 2 if you do the rear door bell..

[@rsbrownsr]

Thank this man--- with out this super illustrated instruction I would never have succeeded

[@eswing2153]

Probably one of the best and clearest explanation of how this works. Well done.

[@arlliegreen7555]

Great demo; loved the description of diode importance. One of the best I’ve seen…highly recommend!

[@sonnyboydesho5876]

This is the BEST doorbell video I have seen. Thank You. U made it so easy to follow!!

[@curtiswhittaker5220]

Thanks for the great video! You were very thorough and clear in your explanations and the layout of your project was amazing. I was able to replace my 1974ish doorbell with a new one from Home Depot that is white and not the off-colored beige...it looks great and front and rear doorbells work like a charm!

[@tidaleffect7844]

By 4:50 you had delivered enough information for me to solve my problem successfully. Thank you

[@jenniffercrever886]

The only video that worked out of the ten I watched. Thanks so much.

[@drjancook7876]

Great video Chris. Your explanation was very easy to comprehend. Thanks for taking it slow and clear. God Bless!

[@sam12587]

Thank you so much. I was baffled trying to figure out the electrical from what I'd found so far.

[@shyrinTM]

This video by far is the most helpful guide to connecting wireless doorbell. I’m having a issue because when I wire mines up it continuously ring and ring and never stops. I want it to ring only when the button is pressed of course. If anyone knows how to troubleshoot my problem your insight is appreciated, thanks

[@seanbhaney]

LOVE the simplicity of this video...just got rid of Ring and got Nest Hello, and something happened to my original chimes, so off to Home Debit!!!!

[@chriscraft77022]

why did you get rid of ring? i hardwired ring to this door bell(i have a video) and it has been running perfect for over a year now.. battery is at 92% ... let me know..

[@seanbhaney]

@@chriscraft77022 Hey Chris...the Nest Doorbell has just a plethora of neat options that were too hard to pass up. First, I got the Ring Pro and an Echo 5 for my wife for Christmas ( a killer deal at $140 for both). I got the Ring installed but hadn't got the Echo setup, then my son got me a whole bunch of Google Home items for Christmas, which we celebrated with him on New Years Day. I was sold on GH from that point, even though I had invested in a few Echo products and had the whole home setup (with my Insteon system), I ordered a Google Hub (the 7" screen), and researched the Nest Hello on various reviews. Ordered the Hello Doorbell on eBay for $179, then sent back the Ring and Echo 5 to Amazon, and now easily got everything setup correctly (definitely had to replace the transformer with a 16 volt, 30VA transformer from Amazon, so now even my home address sign on the front shines better!). I LOVE the ability set the Activity Zones for different notifications, and as I've always used Google Photos for all my pics, the ability to have Familiar Faces setup was key (GH will announce WHO is at the door if you've set this up). PLUS....the announcement feature (that many seem to forget to set in Nest)) announces someone at the door - at every Google speaker you've setup, and we've got one in almost every room of the house (more to come with the work shed, backyard, and few more Google displays)! Also, the 2-way sound is MUCH clearer with Nest Hello. Video is as good as my 2k Lorex cameras (12 of them). I've got the 30 day trial, as as much as I'm against any re-occuring fees, I'll probably wind up forking out the $50 per year for the Nest subscription. I just like the way that Google has integrated everything much better and easier. Oh...and no battery with Hello to worry about...it's all hardwired. And it all runs on the 5G band of my home network. My point about the existing doorbell was that: 1) I'm not quite sure I need to replace it, since GH announces everywhere, and 2) in wiring it might have got screwed up between a Ring installation and the Hello installation (and I can't even find a manufacturer's name on the unit, so you know it's a contractor special, so it's junk). But soon to be selling the home, I'll probably get a new chime because the Hello Doorbell is moving with us (unless a buyer wants to pay for the whole GH system!).

[@christoskatsaros2580]

Fantastic video and great information and illustration of how to connect a doorbell especially if you don’t deal with these things on a daily basis, so thank you kindly, Chris.

[@VOLTRONDEFENDER4440]

The default front chime sounds amazing

[@el.handyman]

Great break-down of the install process

[@andrewtacan3212]

I have never had a doorbell this house was built in 1920's and has never had a doorbell. I now have a videobell thanks ✊🏾

[@dennisseemann571]

Thank You, I had an unusual wiring situation with my transformer hidden from view. Your description and setup helped me reverse engineer the wiring and resolve my issues to make a successful doorbell hookup. Much appreciated

[@alexisjankowski3281]

I was nearly set up to install my video doorbell today all on my own. Well, turns out the voltage to the wires is crap. This video is very helpful!

[@Cinder4051]

Im in the process of setting up my own video doorbell. Would you set it up the same way?

[@debbiedalick1469]

Chris you are a great Teacher and you can Draw too.

[@miamitreasurehunter]

Thanks. I putting in a new doorbell and this helped immensely!!

[@chriscraft77022]

watch part 2 if you are wiring a back door doorbell., make sure you wire it like the part 2

[@yosephyako]

thank you Chris, simple and straight to the point

[@AutanCalifornia]

Thanks Chris , great video - God Bless you 🙏

[@jamessanders6788]

What a great demo!

[@yocz2007]

Man your tutorial is cristal clear it helps me a lot,!

[@ramsesvelasco]

The purpose of a diode explained ... thumbs up !!

[@vanessaalarcon887]

Really great step by step descriptions and breakdown.

[@tuandjbambu]

What a great, simplified video! Thanks for making this easy to understand.

[@Lexgs40099]

Thanks for the video! I was finally able to add a hardwired doorbell to our 1927 bungalow after our wireless Ring died.

[@DJ-WHAT-DA-KUT]

Great Diagram & Video! Thanks!

[@Delekham]

Beethoven's 5th Symphony...Reserved for Politicians and Bill Collectors! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@MrWolfSnack]

In the old days the doorbell transformers use to be put directly into the floor joists, and usually with knob & tube wiring. Seen this in many of an antique house, and yes they do get hot.

[@DJLIBERATORE7]

Another excellent video! Thanks so much!

[@jamiecatleaps]

Diode works backwards cuz it comes from an AC source. If it was DC, it wouldn’t work

[@Moejoe69]

what size diode is it.

[@Leotron6]

You are great at making instructional videos. To many people that post instructional videos on KZbin talk so fast that it is almost impossible to understand what they are saying. I have to listen to their videos many times before I finally understand it. With your video, one time is all it took, and I got it all. Thank you very much. I now have to find a video that shows how to run the wires through the walls. If you have one or know of one please let me know. Again thank you.

[@im_skipachu]

In this particular case, the direction of the diode doesn't matter because it's an A/C system. The electric is always switching directions, back and forth; 60 times per second here in the States. The diode keeps the power going in one direction flowing so it can keep the chime playing. So, it's basically using only half the power to play the tune. If the diode is not there, then all the power disappears when you release the button, and the tune stops.

[@amywalker7515]

Thanks so much. That sure made the project a lot easier. Adding a second doorbell with Arlo. My big issue is finding a place to wire in the transformer.

[@amywalker7515]

I found an old mechanical doorbell in the basement that has 4 metal bars like a xylophone. Am hoping it still works.

[@KevinWPrice1]

This was a great video --- well explained, easy to understand and good pace. I really appreciate your effort, Chris - Thank You!

[@colinblankenship2401]

Thank you for sharing you very informative and the diagram was simple enough that anyone will be able to understand it.

[@bobbylong2202]

Very good teacher

[@aron2015]

Hey great video. I'm from UK. I think the hardest part for me would be how to get the wires behind the brick wall as I don't want trunking. But your video is very clear and easy to follow, , we have different colour wires but I should figure it out. Thanks.

[@musiccollector]

Very informative, good sense of humor, and professional video. One of the best videos on the subject. Great job!

[@andestph]

Very well explained, thank you very much

[@SteelRaptor24]

Thanks for the tutorial, I bought the exact same brand (different cover) and had to wire up pre-existing door Bell buttons after my other door Bell took a dump. I had to wire it slightly differently than you did but this helped a lot, thanx 👍🏼

[@Eddy63]

Good vid Chris ... Lot of DIY's out there ...

[@ChrisZwolinski]

I wish mine was this simple to set up. Whoever wired the last door bell used 5 regular stranded 14 gauge wires. what a cluster. Nothing is marked and all the wires are black, so I had my wife push the doorbell button so I could figure out what wires were what and crimped some different color spade lugs on them for now. I figured out the transformer wires and after trial error, seem to have it set up for the front door OK. I left the existing button on the front door and it seems to be ok without the diode I plan to splice the crazy wires together to bell wire and shove everything into the battery bay. I WILL TAME THIS MESS!!!

[@Duke4ever188]

Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge sir, it’s much appreciated 👍🏻

[@ryanjarrett3871]

VERY NICE VIDEO

[@stephen1495]

Great detail on the connections. Also agree that the “shame on you..” message should be said.

[@evieholland8574]

Excellent video from Evie in Knoxville

[@Rondrandow2422]

He’s is very good to explain the things

[@asts7910]

Great n thorough video. I was so confused with all the doorbell wiring a diode stuff but u made it understandable in a breeze... Excellent..👍👏👏

[@MuhammadKhan-yl7mt]

You have nailed it. 👍

[@jameskoralewski1006]

The diode works wired in either direction because your source voltage is AC and not DC and AC which is alternating current that swings from positive voltage to negative voltage and back again continuously.

[@delsonbarbosa7425]

Nice and clear thank you from Delson's Handy Services.

[@wandaa7123]

Even I understooc this. Thank you.

[@hiddenpcmaster]

Best video on KZbin.

[@jameskoralewski1006]

The black band on a diode is called the cathode and it should be wired to the negative side of the circuit. To check if a diode is good, put the black meter lead on the banded side of the diode and the red lead on the bandless side of the diode. In resistance mode, if the diode conducts9 shows low resistance), the diode is good. If you reverse the leads, a good diode will show infinite resistance and it should not conduct.

[@chriscraft77022]

🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪

[@miguelramos2213]

Great video and thank you very much !!!!!

[@claudiacorona689]

I love that way of your explanation. Thank you so much! Our doorbell works but once we connect the wires to the chime, the chime won’t stop ringing 😔

[@CalkoLouie]

Very interested and nice video.

[@mike718nyc]

Very nice love the video straight forward on the point well done 👏

[@lazaroarocha7370]

thank you for your time your video

[@mikevictor8390]

Great diagram Chris and instructions great refresher for me

[@shannoninalaska]

Thank you so much. I really enjoyed the thoroughness of this video and the work you put into the test unit and explaining how it works. Great job!

[@tonymolina1504]

Nice 👍🏻 thanks 🙏🏻 for your hard work and time!!👏🏻

[@gspa072]

Good explanation and awesome video. Now I have better knowledge of connecting the door bell.Thereafter I'll check out your other video with the Video Ring Pro installation.

[@PANTYEATR1]

great video. now i need to find a video that shows how to relocate doorbell wiring...since my door bell doesn't face the front of my house.

[@nilpo19]

Moving wiring is tricky. Have you considered using a wireless doorbell?

[@PANTYEATR1]

@@nilpo19 i really don't want to be committed to charging a door battery, so I'll figure out moving the wires. they aren't far from where i want them

[@MrWolfSnack]

Never get wireless doorbells. A lot of them are built cheaply and crappily and the elements like rain, heat, and snow will destroy them. And too much radio interference can cause the Bluetooth ones to de-pair as well. Just stick with a hard wired doorbell and you will never have an issue. Fishing wiring behind walls when you cannot cut open the walls is the hardest part.

[@PANTYEATR1]

here's my update guys. i went into the attic and had to move the wires into the house, cut a trench into the sheet rock for the wire to run into, hammer drill through the center block door frame and hard wire my ring video door bell...i fixed all the holes i made, re-textured the walls and stuccoed the old bell hole. everything looks like nothing ever happened. I'm very proud of myself since this was my first time major project for being a first time home owner.💪

[@my2centz196]

Pretty cool. I used a wireless doorbell for the longest time but I've recently upgraded my system to a ring doorbell and I couldn't remember how to wire up a doorbell. I was thinking the new ones had the transformers built into the chimes. Anyway I am using the battery for now but I want to be able to use more features and not have to waist batteries. I already have a roll of wire so I just need the transformer and chime. It would be easier if they just included the transformer in the chime but I guess it will be cheaper to replace that way. It seems like my old house I had to replace the transfomer a few times lol.

[@eddye4833]

Very simple and easy thanks

[@arr164]

Chris you are really good at teaching DYI! Keep more videos coming.

[@sanbell6951]

Diode is for modern door bells with electronic melodies like the one you have in this video. you don't need a diode on an old style door bell with solenoid with moving parts.

[@bobbie318]

Thank you for the video - You answered all my questions in my mind and clarified everything.

[@user-je2ud3ze7v]

Thank you sir for the message shared Kee it up!

[@phukyasheetuhp9151]

Thank you for this informative video brother. I seriously appreciate it.

[@rickardocampos4872]

Thank you, just bought a ring doorbell but there is no transformer, watched other videos but for some reason looked so hard, I liked your video 👍

[@chriscraft77022]

I have a video on hooking up the ring doorbell too

[@muktarsayeed9198]

Fantastic stuff!!!😊

[@juanditel]

Nice video, thanks 👍

[@dogfredman1903]

Thank you very much ❤

[@submissions72]

You're the real MVP!