Call buttons: characteristics, installation and selection features

The doorbell allows guests to make the first conclusions about the apartment and the taste of the owners, so it is very important to take a responsible approach to the choice of the button. Moreover, now there is a wide variety of varieties, shapes and designs of this device. Let's try to understand the features of installation and selection of a button for a call.

Currently calls can be classified as follows.

• Mechanical. This is the simplest device, which is used mainly by lovers of retro style these days. This includes, for example, the use of a metal bell, which is driven by cables or rings. The main advantage of these vintage accessories is their autonomy in relation to the power source. It can even be ordinary patch buttons that are fixed on double-sided tape.

• Electromechanical. This is an improved type of device with a mechanical system of work. Constructed of two blocks - the main body and the external button. The housing is installed indoors, connected to the mains, and the button is displayed on the outside.

• Electronic based on microcircuits. A more modern option that can be classified into wired and wireless varieties. These are compact models with a large number of built-in melodies, aesthetic design and additional functions, such as a motion indicator or a video camera.

Special attention should be paid to video calls, which can be installed not only above the door of the apartment, but also, for example, on the gate. Models are equipped with an intercom. Buying a video call saves apartment owners from having to drill a peephole. Most often, this unit is powered by rechargeable batteries or batteries.

The presented warning systems differ not only in the type of construction, but also in appearance. Previously, these were simple plastic boxes that had to be hidden during installation, but now the case can become an element of the interior, it is presented in different forms, it can be made in strict black or bright red. Popular is the porcelain button, which has a simple operating principle, an ergonomic, modest, but very stylish design.

When choosing a doorbell button, make sure that the element you like is moisture resistant, this criterion is especially important when buying a bell for a private house. The sound signal also has an important value, because it is the hallmark of the house, so choose a beautiful melody that will appeal to all household members and will not annoy with an unpleasant sound. If the device is chosen for a large house, then the music must be loud to be heard on the upper floors.

Decorating the button also deserves special attention, because this is the first thing a guest will encounter when he comes to your house for the first time. The design of the button should be in harmony with the exterior and fit into the overall style of the structure. If the bell is needed for installation on the gate, then give preference to the backlit options - they will allow you to find the button in the dark. This model is also suitable for a dark staircase.

Buy an apartment bell only in a trusted store specializing in the sale of electrical goods, avoid buying in the household departments - here you are more likely to encounter a substandard product.It is better to prefer the products for which the warranty is issued.

You can mount the device with your own hands without having the skills to work with electronic mechanisms. but the complexity and speed of work is determined by the type of device selected. In any case, experts advise placing the button at a level not higher than 1.5 meters, since this is the most convenient height for its operation.

The easiest and fastest installation is possible when choosing a wireless system powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries. In this case, fix the main unit and the button on the wall. The button can be attached by means of glue, adhesive tape or fixed on self-tapping screws. The second option is more stable and durable, but not suitable for every surface.

The modern assortment includes models in which the buttons operate from batteries, and the main unit from the household network. With this device, during installation, the signal unit is simply plugged into the socket. Connecting a wired electric bell to a 220 volt power supply is more difficult. It will be easier for those who are familiar with the principles of connecting a light switch. Also, through the button, you must first connect the phase, and zero goes directly to the main unit.

If the button is placed outside the house, then it is negatively affected by rainfall. This not only shortens its service life, but also becomes a dangerous phenomenon, because if rain drops on an electrical device, the consequences can be unpredictable.

To prevent premature failure of the system, you can install a protective visor. In this case, the simplest available means are used. Another way to secure your call is to buy an accessory with a waterproof button in advance. Some owners of such rain protection devices treat the unit with water-repellent agents.

For information on how to connect a doorbell with your own hands, see the next video.