It’s natural to worry about your privacy as a person. If you’re considering purchasing a new security item, such as the Blink Mini Smart Camera for your home or workplace, you’d want to set it up correctly so you get the most out of it. You can use the Blink Mini smart camera as a security camera to keep an eye on yourself, your home, or others around you around the clock.
It’s crucial to capture everything that happens whenever you can because who knows, you may be able to spot some criminality. With a Blink Mini smart camera, you can keep an eye on your property at any time to make sure that no unauthorized visitors enter or exit your house or place of business without being seen by an exterior security camera.
The Blink Mini smart camera is the least expensive and still produces excellent video. The camera can video for more than two hours on a full charge and has a respectable battery life.
This tiny camera contains a wide-angle lens in addition to night vision. Additionally, you can see well at all times, even in the dark, thanks to its superb night vision.
How to set up a Blink mini Smart camera so that it can connect to Wi-Fi and record continuously.
While connected to a Wi-Fi network, the Blink small camera is a great gadget that records every action in your house or office.
The following steps will help you set it up fast and efficiently.
- First, you need to get the Blink Mobile App for your smartphone from the Google Play store or your iPhone can get it from the Apple App store.
- Next, Connect the camera to a power adapter before plugging the adapter into an outlet.
- Enter a password when configuring the Blink Mobile App in the settings. Make sure you set it up with a secure password and pairing code.
- Choose “Blink wireless camera system” from the menu under “Add Device” after signing in to the app on your smartphone. Give a name to your camera in this phase as well.
- You may manually input the sync module serial number or scan the QR code on the back of your Blink sync module.
- Keep an eye out for a blue blinking light and a solid green light on the Blink Sync Module.
- Tap on Discover Device, then select your chosen Wi-Fi network.
At this point, The Wi-Fi network and your Blink camera should be successfully connected. Make sure you have a secure password and that the sync module serial number is on the reverse side of your Blink camera. That way you don’t experience any problems connecting it to your Wi-Fi.
Let’s set up your blink mini-camera
You can set up your Blink mini camera using these instructions.
Install the Blink App, then create your account.
Visit the app store on your mobile device, and download the Blink app. You’ll need to tap on “Create an Account” in the Sign In area of the app to set up an account.
You can select an existing account to log in with if you already have one with Amazon. Use a reliable email address that you check frequently assuming this is your first time creating a Blink account.
Add your camera
Press the (+) button to add your mini camera and you’ll have it added as a new device. either manually enter the serial number or scan the QR code on the camera’s rear. Then, using the QR code, connect your camera to Wi-Fi after entering a location and watching the lights turn on.
Give your Camera a Name and create a Thumbnail:
The camera’s standard name, which is a number, is set by your DNS configuration. Give your camera a name by tapping on that number to modify it. Click “OK” to save. By tapping the thumbnail icon, a new thumbnail image will be created. The thumbnail remains in place until you press this button to refresh it. The Blink Video Doorbell’s ringer button must be pressed for the thumbnail image to be changed.
Install your camera
It’s time to mount your camera after you connect it successfully. Your home’s installed cameras will be listed in the Blink app on your smartphone. The camera can be mounted anywhere you desire using screws. You have options in where you can put the camera because it is wireless. Power over Ethernet (PoE) networks are also compatible with it.
Confirm that the camera is working
After installing your camera, check it out on the Blink app to make sure everything is working properly. You can then see your live feed or any recorded footage that the camera may have captured if it detects something unusual, such as movement within its detection zone.
Is the Blink mini Smart Camera not working?
Connecting the Blink mini camera to your router shouldn’t be a challenge because of how simple it is to set up. But there are a variety of reasons you might be having problems getting your Blink camera to connect such as these;
Battery running low
To function, the Blink camera needs a battery, and if the battery is low, it might not be able to connect to your router.
Plug your Blink Camera into a power outlet and allow for the blinking light on the front of the camera to quit flashing if it isn’t charging or connected to your Wi-Fi network. After that, you should be able to connect it without any issues.
Reset your router or modem.
In some cases, your router or modem could be broken. This is so if you can connect your Blink Mini camera to your router but not to the internet.
Your router might have a problem if you have trouble connecting to the Wi-Fi network or if the Blink camera keeps malfunctioning. If the issue persists while you are within range of your router, try Blink camera troubleshooting.
Router’s Wi-Fi settings
Make sure your router’s Wi-Fi settings are configured properly if you are unable to connect the Blink tiny camera. If your present Wi-Fi isn’t working properly, the Blink camera can have issues connecting.
Internet Connection
There’s no need to fret. The camera updates frequently, and motion detection will instantly alert you if anything is seen on your property.
Also, be cautious to safeguard your Wi-Fi when configuring it so that only authorized users can access your home network. Additionally, make sure you have the most recent security software installed on your computer and check for any camera firmware updates.
Firmware updates
There might be a software upgrade that is required if your Blink camera is having issues connecting to your Wi-Fi network or staying connected.
To find out if an update is available, contact the device’s maker. If there is, install it on your camera after downloading it to your computer. You shouldn’t experience any more issues after this.
Content Support
Content an expert for more assistance if you have tried everything and still failed. Sometimes you may not be able to resolve these issues on your own or using some of these methods. However, the support team will assist you in getting the most out of your Blink camera.
Conclusion
The Blink camera is simple to set up, and investing in one for yourself is a smart move. Installing the app on your smartphone or tablet will allow you to see everything that happens in your space from wherever you are. We strongly advise that you occasionally check the camera to ensure that no one is trying to break into your home or place of business.
