Update ring docs for camera live view #36011
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📝 WalkthroughWalkthroughThe changes involve updates to the documentation for the Ring integration in Home Assistant. A new section on "Realtime event stability" has been added, detailing requirements for TCP access and troubleshooting steps for Ring alerts. The support for camera entities has been clarified, specifying two entities: Changes
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participant User
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User->>HomeAssistant: Trigger doorbell event
HomeAssistant->>RingService: Notify event
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HomeAssistant->>User: Alert with event data
User->>HomeAssistant: Request last recording
HomeAssistant->>RingService: Fetch last recording
RingService-->>HomeAssistant: Return last recording
HomeAssistant->>User: Provide last recording
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156-196: Clarify relationship with live view functionalityThe realtime event stability section provides excellent troubleshooting steps. However, it would be helpful to clarify:
- Whether these steps are specifically relevant to the new live view functionality
- If there are any specific stability considerations when using the live view feature
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45-45: LGTM!
The table of contents addition is properly formatted and correctly references the new section.
137-137: LGTM!
The python script example has been correctly updated to use the last_recording entity, maintaining consistency with the automation example.
94-108: Consider explaining the delay configuration
The automation example includes a 5-minute delay, but it's not clear why this delay is necessary. Consider adding a comment explaining the purpose of this delay.
Additionally, this example reflects the migration from binary_sensor to event entity mentioned elsewhere in the documentation.
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The delay configuration is appropriate for Ring event handling
The 5-minute delay in the automation example is actually necessary as it allows time for Ring to process and make the recording available after a doorbell event. This is consistent with the migration from binary sensors to event entities, which is clearly documented as a breaking change to be completed by release 2025.4.0.
The example correctly demonstrates:
- Usage of the new event entity (
event.front_doorbell_ding) - Proper delay timing to ensure recording availability
- Correct attribute references for the recording URL and metadata
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| Once you have enabled the [Ring integration](/integrations/ring), you can start using the camera platform. | ||
| Currently, it supports doorbells and stickup cameras. | ||
| Two camera entities are provided: `live_view` and `last_recording`. | ||
| `last_recording` is disabled by default. | ||
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| Please note that downloading and playing Ring video will require a Ring Protect plan. | ||
| Please note that downloading and playing Ring video from the `last_recording` camera will require a Ring Protect plan. |
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🛠️ Refactor suggestion
Add clarification about camera entity differences
While the introduction of live_view and last_recording entities is clear, users would benefit from understanding:
- The difference between these two entities
- When to use each entity
- Any limitations or requirements specific to
live_view
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Update ring docs for the new live view camera entity.
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