To charge the Eufy doorbell, first detach it from the mounting bracket, then connect a micro USB charger to the charging port on the back.
The Eufy doorbell can be wired or just battery-powered. The battery-powered option allows you to save more power and makes installation easy.
In this article, we will provide steps to charge your Eufy doorbell and also answer all your questions about battery life and charging.
Signs Your Eufy Doorbell Needs Charging
The Eufy Doorbell will perform poorly or not work at all if the battery is down. There are a few signs that indicate your Eufy doorbell needs to be charged.
Poor Performance
The doorbell will not perform as it used to when the battery is low. This can mean delayed notifications and a reduced signal from the doorbell.
Doorbell Not Responsive
If the doorbell is no longer responsive even when pressed, then the battery needs charging.
Battery Low Notification
Once your Eufy doorbell falls below a 15% or 10% charge, the Eufy Security App will warn you with a low battery notification. You can view your battery level on the app by going to the doorbell settings. The battery icon is located under the name of the battery doorbell.
How to Charge Eufy Doorbell
Before you can charge the Eufy Doorbell, you need the removal tool that came with the doorbell or a paperclip. This is used to detach the doorbell from its mounting bracket to access the charging port.
Follow the steps below to charge your Eufy doorbell.
- First, insert the removal tool or paperclip into the small pinhole at the bottom of the doorbell.
- Once the doorbell pops out, detach it from the mounting bracket.
- Open the little rubber piece on the back of the doorbell to reveal the charging port.
- Connect your micro USB charger to the port and allow it to charge.
- Once it starts charging, you will see a solid orange LED indicator light.
You will know when the Eufy doorbell is fully charged when it displays a solid blue light. You can also confirm if the doorbell is charging from the Eufy Security app by going to the doorbell settings.
The battery icon on the app will have a charging indicator icon beside it, and if it is fully charged, the battery icon will be green and full.
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The 2K battery doorbell (T8210) has a built-in 6500mAh battery, while the 1080P battery doorbell (T8220/T8222) has a built-in 5000mAh battery. The type of charger you use will determine how long it will take to fully charge.
If you are using a 5V 1A charger, it will take the Eufy doorbell about 6 hours to charge from 0% to 100%. But using a 5V 2A charger will take about 3 hours to fully charge.
How to Make Eufy Doorbell Battery Last Longer?
Adjust Motion Detection
One way to make your Eufy doorbell last longer is to adjust the motion detection settings to detect only human motion events. Here’s how:
- Open the Eufy Security app on your smartphone.
- Click on the doorbell, and then tap on the Settings icon.
- Tap Motion Detection
- Reduce the Detection Sensitivity Level to 5.
- Change the Detection Type to Human Only.
This will help the battery last longer since it reduces false alerts. You can choose to set the detection sensitivity level from 1 to 5 depending on your preference.
Enable Optimal Battery Life
Another way to make your doorbell last longer is to activate the Optimal Battery Life mode. This mode will disable the LED indicator light on the doorbell. Here’s how:
- Open the Eufy Security app.
- Go to Settings, and then Working Mode.
- Choose Optimal Battery Life.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I check the battery status on my Eufy doorbell?
To check the battery status on your Eufy doorbell, open the eufySecurity app, choose the doorbell, and tap on settings and you will see the battery icon.
If the battery icon is red, this means you need to charge the doorbell.
How long does it take to charge a Eufy doorbell?
It takes 6 hours to charge the Eufy doorbell from 0% to 100% using a 5V 1A charger, and 3 hours when using a 5V 2A charger.
How do I know when my doorbell camera is fully charged?
You will know the doorbell is fully charged when the indicator light changes from solid orange to solid blue.
How long does Eufy doorbell charge last?
The Eufy doorbell can last for 120 days after being fully charged. But the durability of the doorbell battery depends on its overall usage which includes motion detection.
More frequent motion detections from animals can cause the battery to run down quickly.
Final Thoughts
At this point, you must have successfully charged your Eufy doorbell with the steps we have provided above. We have also provided answers to frequently asked questions about charging the Eufy doorbell.
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