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Placing contact sensors without space to open them
Several casement windows in my home are recessed such that there isn’t the necessary 1/2” space on either wall or window frame to slide open the sensor. I’ve considered attaching them to the screen but that is certainly not ideal.
Is there a solution for this through Ring? Does anyone in the same predicament have a successful workaround?
This would not be a problem if Ring offered sensors that open in more than one direction inc. along the frame instead of only perpendicular to it. (i.e., Left-Right and Up-Down)
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16-08-2024 23:23:34
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I saw the slim magnet, but the issue is with the sensor. The inside frame of the window itself has the same issue so switching magnet and sensor doesn’t help.
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21-08-2024 22:14:35
JHi @user_33646c. We also have this Help Center page with tips on installing Contacts Sensors on different types of windows.
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22-08-2024 22:25:07
UUnfortunately, the Ring page about mounting on different windows and doors is about how to keep sensor and magnet close enough to work; it doesn't deal with the problem of not enough space to open the sensor cover.
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23-08-2024 00:10:25
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Tom_Ring
Hi @user_33646c. Can you share an image oh the proposed Contact Sensor location? This will give allow us to give you the best advice. We do have a Slim Magnet that might assist with your placement options.
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20-08-2024 19:25:07
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