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Blink Outdoor 3rd Gen User Manual

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Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) User Manual
Getting started
How to Update your iOS and Android devices
Manually update the Blink app
Automatically update the Blink app
How to update the operating system on your mobile devices
Create a Blink account
Multi-factor authentication steps
Verify your email address
Verify your phone number
Note
Link your Blink and Amazon accounts
Setting up your new camera
Add a Sync Module and create a system
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  • Page 1 Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) User Manual Getting started How to Update your iOS and Android devices Manually update the Blink app Automatically update the Blink app How to update the operating system on your mobile devices Create a Blink account...

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Setting up Auto-Update Thumbnail After mounting Getting started New to Blink? If so, welcome! Follow the next steps to create a Blink Account. If you already have a Blink account, please go to the Setting up your new camera section.
  • Page 3 Version: 37.1 https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/6035/direct/1696006769619- Mobile%20app%20store%20badge-1.png for iOS 15 and later Version: 37.0 for Android v9.0 and later https://static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/6035/direct/1696006782661- Mobile%20app%20store%20badge.png...
  • Page 4 Fire OS v7.0 and later https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GXYJFCP How to Update your iOS and Android devices In order to run the latest version of the Blink app, it's important your mobile device meets the minimum system requirements. You have the option to turn off automatic updates and update apps manually, or you can turn on automatic updates so that you don't need to manually update each app.
  • Page 5 To get started with the Blink app, follow the instructions below: With Blink, you have one user account with one email and one phone number. On log in and certain other actions, a verification number is sent to the mobile number or email address of the account.
  • Page 6 To choose this option, under Receive code by: select Voice call and tap Next. Note The SMS text option is for use with mobile phones and will not work with landline phone numbers. Blink uses this number to associate your device with the Blink app to ensure the person making changes is you.
  • Page 7 Link your Blink and Amazon accounts When the phone verification step is complete, you are prompted to link your new Blink account to your Amazon account by tapping Link Accounts. If you don't want to link your account, select Skip to be sent to the Home screen without linking your accounts.
  • Page 8 6. In order to connect to your network, the Blink app uses your mobile device to first connect to the Sync Module's temporary Wi-Fi network. It's named “BLINK-_ _ _ _" where the last 4 digits are from your Sync Module's serial number. Tap Join.

  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    Sync Module is successfully communicating with the Blink servers. Remove the back cover and install batteries Use this article for instructions on how to remove the back cover and install batteries for Blink Outdoor and Indoor (3rd Gen) cameras. Before you begin Before attempting to remove the back cover, make sure the camera is disconnected from any mounts or accessories.
  • Page 10 To remove the back cover and open the camera If it is present, remove the silicone protective cover from the fastening screw, and keep it for future use. Use the included opening tool to turn the screw counter-clockwise (turning to the left) until the screw rotates freely.
  • Page 11 With the tool inserted into the slot, apply side pressure on the tool and gently pry the cover loose. As shown in the illustration, hold the camera on its side with one hand while you pull with the other hand.
  • Page 12 Optional instructions: There is another way to remove the back cover. After the screw has been unscrewed completely, flip the opening tool around and insert the mounting end into the camera's back cover hole. You will feel and hear a click when the tool is secured.

  • Page 13: Install Or Replace Batteries

    Install or replace batteries Once the back cover has been removed, you will have access to the battery compartment. Add or replace the 2 AA lithium batteries into their slots, matching up the + and - that's labeled on the camera with the + and - labeled on the batteries.
  • Page 14 Align the guide notches as shown, and press the cover back in place against the camera body. Hand tighten the screw clockwise (turning to the right) until snug. Take care to prevent over-tightening. The cover should be flush with the camera body when you are done. Add one or more cameras 1.

  • Page 15: Setup Error

    Optional: Linking accounts If your Blink and Amazon accounts are not already linked, you are asked to link them by tapping on the Link Accounts button. You should link accounts to take full advantage of subscription features.

  • Page 16: Helpful Tips

    Helpful tips The following articles can guide you to enhance your Blink experience. Mounting the camera Use this article for tips on how to securely mount your Blink Outdoor or Indoor (3rd Gen) wireless camera. Included accessories Your Blink Outdoor and Indoor (3rd Gen) camera comes with the following accessories: ●...

  • Page 17: Mounting Tips

    Camera placement helps your camera settings be most effective. You can verify the camera view and check placement by holding your camera in the desired location, and use the Blink app to refresh the camera thumbnail, or enter Live View. Once you've determined the perfect spot, mark your spot with a pencil or a piece of masking tape.
  • Page 18 In vertical mounting locations such as a wall or post, the camera can connect directly to the volcano mount. The camera opening snaps directly onto the mount as shown in the image. Horizontal surface In horizontal locations such as a ceiling or shelf, use the right angle adapter. This adapter snaps into the opening on the back of the camera, as shown in the diagram below.

  • Page 19: Change The Camera Name

    The thumbnail remains the same until you refresh it using Refresh Thumbnail. Learn more about using the Blink app. Note: This process doesn't apply to the Video Doorbell when it's in Event Response Mode, since the thumbnail is updated automatically each time the doorbell ringer button is pressed or a motion event occurs.
  • Page 20 The Auto-Update Thumbnail feature allows you to refresh your thumbnail image on the Home screen in the Blink app with each camera motion event or doorbell press. Updating the thumbnail automatically provides you with information about the latest activity on your camera. Even if you move your camera, the Blink app will automatically capture a new thumbnail image, so you can easily identify each camera’s location.
  • Page 21 2. Next, select Video and Photo Settings. The Auto-Update Thumbnail setting appears at the bottom of the screen, which can be toggled on or off for that device. When you have Auto-Update Thumbnail enabled, you also have the option of manually setting your thumbnail for all devices on your account.
  • Page 23 After mounting Once your camera is properly mounted, go back into the Blink app, create a thumbnail enter Live View to confirm your camera is correctly viewing the area or needs to be adjusted. You can tilt and rotate the mounted camera by...