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Understanding Wireless Range: Published Specs vs. Real-World

Why Published Range Differs from Real-World Range When shopping for wireless doorbells, entrance alerts, driveway alarms, and other long-range wireless products, you’ll notice every product lists a maximum wireless range—typically stated as “up to X,000 feet.” For example, the Dakota Alert DCPA-4K-PLUS Driveway Alarm lists a range of “up to 5,000 feet.” It’s important to...
Last Updated: December 5, 2025

What Is a Wired Doorbell Transformer?

A doorbell transformer is an electrical device that connects to your home circuit and transforms or steps down the power to a lower voltage and amperage that a wired doorbell can handle. In most cases, this is 16VA. A doorbell transformer is a key component of a wired doorbell system, providing the power needed to...
Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Does Removing Batteries Delete the Programming

No, it does not.  Each wireless transmitter (push button, motion sensor, door contact, etc.) has built-in memory that remembers the programming.  Replacing the battery does not affect this memory.
Last Updated: September 26, 2023

Find a New Wireless Push Button for a Carlon or Dimango Button

If you have a Carlon, Thomas & Betts, Lamson & Sessions, or Dimango Wireless Door Chime.  Before purchasing any wireless doorbell transmitter, you need to check the QC numbers to make sure your receiver is not “outdated” and will be compatible with the buttons. If any component in your current system is manufactured before 2000,...
Last Updated: October 31, 2024

Finding the User Manual

Follow this link to a page that shows all the product user manuals on 1800doorbell.com User Manual Page
Last Updated: September 26, 2023

Manufacturer’s Contact Information

Below you will find a list of manufacturers who has products on 1800doorbell.com. If you need technical assistance or have an inquiry regarding your warranty, please call the product manufacturer for assistance. Under the company name below we have also listed a link to their website contact us page and/or the company phone number when...
Last Updated: November 14, 2024

Understanding Doorbell Transformers: Your Complete Guide

What Is a Doorbell Transformer? A doorbell transformer is a crucial component of your wired doorbell system. It converts your home’s standard 120V power into the low-voltage (typically 16V) power needed to safely operate your doorbell system. This essential device ensures your doorbell receives the correct power while maintaining safety standards. How Doorbell Transformers Work...
Last Updated: November 8, 2024

Wired Doorbell Push Button Measurements

The link below will take you to a page that lists our wired doorbell push buttons.  On this table are the SKUs (model numbers) of our wired push button, dimensions, mounting style, and hole-to-hole measurements. Wired Push Button Measurements If a push-button we have on our site is not shown on this table, please feel...
Last Updated: February 22, 2022