Set up the Blink Sync Module
Blink Outdoor Security Camera
Step 1: Tap the + icon in the top-right corner of the Blink app.
Step 2: Tap Blink Wireless Camera System.
Step 3: Scan the QR code found on the back of your Sync Module, or enter the serial code manually. (You might need to give Blink access to your phone camera.)
Step 4: Give your Blink system a name and then tap Done.
Step 5: Wait for the Sync Module to begin blinking blue, with the green light remaining steady. Once it does this, tap Discover Device.
Step 6: The Sync Module will generate a Wi-Fi network that begins with BLINK-XXXX. Tap* Join*.
If the Sync Module doesn’t work, you might need to reset it.
Step 7: After the Sync Module joins the network, you’ll see a list of 2.4GHz networks within range. Tap your network and enter your password.
Step 8: If successful, you’ll receive a notification that a new Sync Module has been added to the system. Tap Done.
Add cameras to your system
After you have set up the Blink Sync Module (arguably the most frustrating part of the process), it’s time to add the camera.
Step 1: If the camera is new, you’ll need to unscrew the back panel and insert the batteries. Use the included tool to unscrew the backplate, but if you have lost that tool, a butterknife works just as well.
Step 2: Next, tap the + icon in the upper-right corner of the Blink app and select Blink Wireless Camera.
Step 3: Scan the QR code inside the battery compartment of the camera. Note: have the backplate ready. Once the camera scans the code, it will begin searching. You need to attach the backplate and screw it into place (oriented correctly) so the contacts meet. The camera will flash red if powered.
Step 4: Select a system for the camera.
Step 5: If the camera is found and added, you will see a message at the top of the screen that says, “Camera added successfully.” Tap Next.
Blink Outdoor Security Camera
The Blink Outdoor Camera includes mounting hardware, too. While it’s possible to screw it in place, we found the no-drill method worked just as well if you have vinyl siding. Just slip the mount beneath one of the tiles and ensure it has a snug fit, then secure the camera.
If you have to screw the mount in place, the process is no different. Use the provided screws (and the hollow-wall anchors, if needed) and then slide the camera onto the wall bracket.
Setting up your Blink Mini camera
Use this guide for setting up your new Blink Mini Camera.
Getting started
New to Blink? If so, welcome! To set up your new camera, you must first download the Blink app and set up a Blink Account.
Install the Blink app and create an account
The most recent version of the Blink app is always available in your app store.
Blink supports most smartphones, tablets, and many Alexa enabled products.
Follow the link or scan the QR code to access the most recent Blink app download.
*If you can’t locate the Blink app iOS 6.15.0, please refer to this article: End of Support for Android Version 5 – iOS Versions 12 and 13
Create a Blink account
To get started with the Blink app, follow the instructions below:
With Blink, you have one account, with one email address and one phone number. More than one person can log into the account using the main email address and password. On login and certain other actions, a verification number is sent to the mobile number or email address of the account. If you receive one of these, the shared user will need to get the number to complete verification.
1. Launch the Blink App and tap Create Account at the bottom of the screen.
2. Select your country from the drop-down menu and tap Next.
3. Confirm your region and tap OK. Your region is pre-selected based on your IP address.
4. Enter a valid email address, and tap Next.
5. Create a password and tap Create Account. The password requirements are listed at the bottom of the screen. Tap the eyeball icon if you want to view what you are typing.
6. Complete the multi-factor authentication (MFA) process.
Multi-factor authentication steps
Verify your email address
Enter the PIN from the email we sent you and tap
Verify.
• PIN codes are valid for 40 minutes.
• If you haven’t received the code after 90 seconds, tap Resend PIN Code.
Verify your phone number
Tap the phone number entry line to bring up a keypad.
Enter the phone number you wish to use for device verification and tap Next.
Optional: Select your country code by tapping the flag icon next to the phone number entry line.
If you prefer to not use SMS, the PIN code can be read to you by an automated voice call.
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 positively associate your device to the Blink app to ensure the person making changes is you. Your information is private and will not be used for any additional purposes or shared with third parties.
Learn more why we need your phone number. Contact Customer Service if you don’t have a phone number.
A SMS text message containing the PIN code is sent to the phone number, and you are shown another PIN entry screen.
• Example SMS text Message:
Your Blink verification code
is: <123456>
Enter the PIN from the SMS text message we sent you and tap Verify.
• PIN codes are valid for 40 minutes.
• If you haven’t received the code after 90 seconds, tap Resend PIN Code.
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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.
Note: This is an optional step, but we highly recommend linking your accounts at this time. Learn more about the benefits of linking your accounts.
Sign into your existing Amazon account. You will need to know your Amazon login email address and password. Once the link is established between accounts, tap Next.
