Smanos DB-20 Instruction sheet

Note: Please check the following indoor chime diagrams
on the next page and determine which installation mode
that suits you the best.
Install scheme with existing chime

DB-20 Chime
Transformer of Chime
（8～24VAC）
OUTDOOR INDOOR
This line is connected by default
Power Regulator
For mechanical doorbells
commonly used in Europe
*Power Regulator:
This is used to ensure
your existing door chime
continues to work and
receives enough power
when the DB-20 bell
button is pressed.
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Type A
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DB-20
Internal Chime
Transformer of Chime
（8～24VAC）
Power Regulator
OUTDOOR
INDOOR
Transformer
Rear Front
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For mechanical doorbells
commonly used in America
*Power Regulator:
This is used to ensure
your existing door chime
continues to work and
receives enough power
when the DB-20 bell
button is pressed.
Type B
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1. The DB-20 should only be connected to a low voltage 8~24VAC
transformer or an existing internal mechanical chime with a
voltage of 8~24VAC.
2. Do a Wi-Fi speed test to make sure that the location has an
upload speed of at least 2Mbps. (Use a Wi-Fi/Internet speed test
app to test your upload and download rate).
3. The items needed to install your new DB-20 are listed below:
- All the items in this video doorbell package
- Flathead screwdriver
- Phillips screwdriver
- Drill and drill bit (drill bit size: 15/64ths or 5mm). Either wood or
masonry depending on where you are mounting to. If you are
installing the video doorbell on wood or softer surfaces, the anchors
are not required but do make for easier fastening of screws.
- Wire stripper
PLEASE NOTE：
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1. Remove the cover of your internal chime.
2. Plug the wiring harness into the Power Regulator.
Step 1: Install the power regulator
nstallation of the power regulator is required to ensure proper
function of your internal chime and DB-20 video doorbell.
WARNING:
Shut off power to your existing chime from the breaker
panel or fuse box.
1. Internal Chime
2. Power Regulator
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4
1 2
For mechanical doorbells commonly used in Europe
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Inside the internal chime, if you see four terminals, two of them should be
connected by default. Disconnect the wire on the left nonconnected
terminal. Then using one of the supplied wire connectors, attach wire with
the black wire from the power regulator. Finally, place the O-shape ring
attached to wire to the left nonconnected terminal and tighten the screw.
Note: To open the wire connector, you need to lift the orange levers
all the way up until they click and remain at a 90 degree angle.
(Optional) We provide other optional wire connectors as well in case
the upper ones are too big for you.
3.
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4
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2
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Disconnect the wire on the right nonconnected terminal.
Then using one of the supplied wire connectors, attach wire
with the white wire from the power regulator. Finally, place
the O-shape ring attached to wire to the right of
nonconnected terminal and tighten the screw.
5. Place the power regulator inside or beside the internal chime.
Verify that the wiring does not interfere with its operation.
Note: If your internal chime has a different terminal setup please refer
to the manufacturer or consult a professional.
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2
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4
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2
4.
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Front View Rear View
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2
3
Configuration Button
This button is used to connect this video doorbell to your Wi-Fi
network
Tamper Switch
This tamper switch will trigger a 30 second warning alarm if an
unauthorized attempt is made to remove this video doorbell from
its installed location.
Status
Solid red light (lasts for 30 seconds) Powered on
Searching for WiFi network
On standby for WiFi configuration
Live streaming
Low battery
Flashing green light (once every 0.2s)
Alternating green and red light
Solid green light
Flashing red light (once every 3s)
LED Indicator
Step 2: Identify Your Video Doorbell Button
Bell Button
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1.
3.
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Step 3: Replace your old bell button
IMPORTANT:
Remove your existing bell button.
Allow the doorbell wires to go through the wire hole and place the
video doorbell mounting bracket on the wall. Then install the
mounting bracket with the provided screws.
Wrap the wires around the terminals on the back of the video
doorbell. Please tighten the screws so that it won’t easily move after
mounting to the bracket. The arrangement of the wires does not
matter.
(Optional) If the wires are too short, attach the provided black wires
to the terminals on the back of the video doorbell and connect them
with your original wires via wire connectors. We provide two kinds of
wire connectors, please use the ones that suit your wiring condition
and make sure the wirings are not easily get watered for it will
influence the normal operation of the doorbell.
Confirm that power is disconnected to the internal chime.
Note: Do not place your video doorbell on the mounting bracket just yet.
3.
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2.
4.
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Turn the power back on.
The video doorbell will start and it will give off audio and visual
cues within 30 seconds of starting.
After initializing, press the "bell button" to confirm your internal
chime rings. If it rings, continue to step 8. If not, turn the power off
and review the steps above.
Press the configuration button on the back of the video doorbell
for 3 seconds until it beeps. Then place the video doorbell on the
mounting bracket.
Download and install the smanos Home app from the App Store
or Google Play. Follow the additional steps in the app to connect
the video doorbell to your Wi-Fi network. Once connected, press
the "bell button" and accept the incoming call to test audio and
video.
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