Doorbell FAQs

Answer

Due to frequency differences, it's important that you know your chime model number. Old chimes are not compatible with new pushbutton models and new chimes are not compatible with old pushbutton models.

• LA203WH replaced by LA223WH
• LA204WH replaced by LA224WH
• LA204RWH replaced by LA224RWH
• LA205WH replaced by LA225WH
• LA206WH replaced by LA226WH
• LA522WH replaced by LA542WH
• LA532RW replaced by LA552RW
• LA533WH replaced by LA553WH
• PB72WH replaced by PB82WH
• PB75BR replaced by PB85BR
• PB75SN replaced by PB85SN

Answer

No. The 4- or 8-note chimes require a "common wire", which is normally not present in a simple 2 note chime installation.

Answer

Yes. Tandem or parallel of two (2) chimes is easily accomplished. Install the first chime normally, making sure that it is operating properly. Wire the second chime to the first, "front to front", "rear to rear", and "trans to trans". It is also required that a more powerful transformer 16v30va (C907) be installed.

Answer

Yes. Note that the receiver (chime mechanism) is signaled from the transmitter(s), and any obstruction between the transmitter (pushbutton) and receiver (chime mechanism) may reduce the signal strength.

Answer

Both leads of the transformer and the "common" wire must be connected to the chime for proper operation. Check the wiring for proper connection.

Answer

100 to 300 feet, depending on chosen model.

Answer

Most wireless chimes may be used with multiple receivers as long as they are coded the same, are within the operational distance and are not blocked by metal structural interference.

Answer

Three two-note chimes may be used in a single chime application. In this type of application, the transformer must be increased to a NuTone 301T (16vac, 30 va) transformer and recommend using 18 gauge wire.

Answer

The pushbutton may be stuck or the wiring between the chime and the pushbutton may be shorted.

Answer

Turn the volume control up the desired level, located on the chime.

Answer

Our new wireless chimes line operates at 433.92MHz. Our older models operated at 315MHz.

Answer

The new pushbutton uses a CR2032 battery.

Answer

No. You will need to enlarge the transformer to a 16v30va C907 transformer.

Answer

No. Extension speakers may be used for additional desired locations.

Answer

Move the pushbutton to a different location. Move pushbutton away from any metal surface. This may need to be performed several times to locate the optimal transmission location. Note that changing the coding on the transmitter and receiver may also assist with this issue.

Answer

The LA174WH electronic chime has a volume control to increase the volume to the desired level. The 4- or 8-note Westminster chimes have tone bars which can easily be adjusted for optimal tone preference.

Answer

No.

Answer

No, the PB78LWHCL is programmed to only work with the LA600WH.

Answer

LA600WH is compatible with any wired NuTone pushbutton and PB78LWHCL only.

Answer

The College Pride doorbell series, which is discontinued, is supported by the same One Year Limited Warranty as our Door Chime product category.

Answer

For a mechanical chime, the amount of power coming from the transformer has a lot to do with the volume of your chime. NuTone chimes are built to work with 16v10va transformers, such as the C905. However, if you have multiple chime mechanisms in your home you will need a more powerful, 16v30va transformer such as the C907.

For a digital audio chime, the volume should be adjusted through the volume control or button on the mechanism itself.