Create a Blink account

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.

Note: If you want to share your account with other users, learn more about setting up a second phone or device.

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.

How to add your Sync Module 2 to the Blink app

Make sure that you download the most recent version of the Blink mobile app and have an account set up. This video quickly walks you through the in-app setup of your Sync Module 2. For detailed instructions, see the step-by-step process below.

Add a Sync Module and create a system

1. From the home screen, tap the + icon to add a device.

2. The Add Device screen displays all of your device options and tap Sync Module.

3. Next, enter your Sync Module's serial number. Within the Blink app you can scan the QR code printed on the bottom of your device, or in the Quick Start Guide. You can also manually enter the serial number. 

Note: The Blink app may require permission to access the camera on your mobile device in order to scan the QR code.

To learn where the QR code and serial number are located, tap Help me find my QR code and serial number at the bottom of the Scan QR Code screen.

4. Once the serial number is recognized, you are asked to create a new system by tapping the text entry box and providing a unique name. This name must be different from other system names you may have in your Blink account. Tap Continue after your new system name is entered.

5. The Add Sync Module screen will instruct you to plug in your Sync Module and then wait for the light pattern of blinking blue and steady green.
Tap Discover Device when you see this pattern on your Sync Module.

Note: If you don't see the blinking blue light pattern, then you may need to reset the Sync Module. Learn more about how to reset the Sync Module.

6. Next, the Blink app needs to connect to the Sync Module's Wi-Fi network. It's named “BLINK-" followed by four digits from the Sync Module serial number. Tap Join and then you are asked to join your local Wi-Fi network.

7. The Add Sync Module screen displays 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks within range. If you do not see your local Wi-Fi network, tap Refresh List at the bottom of the screen. The Sync Module stores network information for devices that are added to its system. Learn more about how to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connections.

8. After you tap your Wi-Fi network name, you will see a password entry field. It is important to ensure your password is correct before entering it. Then tap Join to continue.

9. You are then notified when your Sync Module has been added to your new system. Tap Done to complete the process and view the Welcome screen where you can add a new camera.

The new system name displays at the top of your Home screen and you will also see the Sync Module is added. A cloud icon shows a green connection line showing the Sync Module is communicating with the Blink servers. You can now tap the plus symbol +  to add a device.

1. From the home screen, tap Add Device +.
   
2. The Add Device screen displays the devices you can add to your system. Note: The Wired Floodlight, Mini, and Video Doorbell do not require a Sync Module; however, they can be added to a Sync Module system. Tap your device to continue the setup process. 
   
3. On the Scan QR Code screen, use your mobile phone or device's camera to scan the QR code. You may be prompted to allow the Blink app to access your mobile phone or device's camera. Scanning the QR code is the only time Blink will access the camera on your mobile device.

   If you prefer to not use your device camera, or if your camera is unable capture the QR code, tap Enter Serial Manually and manually enter the DSN. Where's my serial number?

   
   

   
   

4. When the serial number is accepted as valid, the setup process begins and you are shown the Camera Added screen with tips on camera placement. When setup is complete, a notification appears and you can tap Done. 
   
   

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. 

Note: You also have the option to select Skip which sends you to the home screen without linking your accounts. Learn how to link your Blink and Amazon accounts later.

The Link Accounts screen asks you to sign into your Amazon account, or create a new one if needed. When the "Success! Accounts linked." message appears, tap Next to go to the Home screen.

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6. Congratulations, your camera has been added to the account. The Home screen shows a blank thumbnail and the serial number as its camera name.
   

Blink lightweight wireless cameras are easy to mount securely.

Your Blink Outdoor, and Indoor (3rd Gen), camera comes with a right-angle adapter/opening tool and "volcano" cone-shaped camera mount matching the color of your camera body.

Mounting screws are included in the box.

Extra mounts and other accessories are easily found at amazon.com.

You can verify the camera view and check placement simply by holding your camera in the desired location, and using the Blink app to refresh the camera thumbnail, or enter Live View. Ensure that your preferred location has three bars of connectivity with both the Sync Module and your Wi-Fi network. Verify connectivity from the camera settings   screen of the Blink app.

Keep in mind that the best motion detection occurs when movement goes across the field of view. Motion directly toward or away from the camera can be harder to detect. Camera placement helps your camera settings be most effective. Learn more about tuning your camera here, and about camera placement here.

When you have determined the best location for your camera, secure the mount to a surface. If it is appropriate, use the included screws. The mount and screws are non-corrosive, but some moisture buildup may occur underneath the mount base.

How do I mount horizontally?

In horizontal locations such as a ceiling, or shelf, use the Right-angle adapter (pictured). This adapter snaps into the opening on the back of the camera, as shown with dashed lines below. Remove the silicone disc if it is present, to access the mount opening.

Now, press-fit the adapter onto the connecting point of the mount. You should detect a 'snap' indicating a secure attachment. Your placement may require that you attach the adapter to the camera before attaching both to the mount.

Vertical Mounting

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.

When your camera is mounted, go to the Blink app and create a thumbnail or enter Live View, to know if the camera view is right, or needs to be adjusted.

Learn more about motion detection.

Learn more about Activity Zones.

When a camera is first installed, its serial number (DSN) is the default camera name, and the thumbnail image is blank. If you want to change the name of your camera or add a thumbnail picture, follow the steps below.

1. From the Home screen, tap the camera name to change it, enter the new name, then tap OK to save.

2. Tap the thumbnail icon to take a new thumbnail image. The thumbnail remains until you refresh it with this button. The Blink Video Doorbell refreshes the thumbnail image each time the ringer button is pressed.

Learn more about using the Blink app.

Blink accessories automatically add to existing accounts when an Outdoor camera is plugged into them. When you tap the Plus symbol + on the app home screen, you can select the "Camera Accessories" option at the bottom of the Add Device screen.

You will then see the "Accessory Set Up" screen which provides instructions on how to connect your Outdoor camera to your accessory. Tap the Done button once you have plugged the USB cable into the port on your camera.

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