Resetting your Blink Outdoor camera is a simple process that allows you to restore the device to its default factory settings. Resetting can come in handy if you’re experiencing issues with connectivity, want to pair your Blink Outdoor to a new account, or get your camera ready for a new owner. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to easily reset your Blink Outdoor camera.
Steps to Reset Blink Outdoor Camera
Check Power and Internet Connection
Before resetting your Blink Outdoor camera, you first want to ensure that it has power and a solid internet connection. Your Blink Outdoor runs on two included AA lithium batteries. Check that both batteries are installed correctly and have ample charge. Also confirm that your camera is connected to your WiFi network. Your Blink app will notify you if the camera has lost connection. Resolve any power or connectivity issues first before resetting the camera.
Open the Blink App
With your Blink Outdoor camera powered on and connected, open the Blink Home Monitor app on your smartphone. You’ll need the app to complete the reset process. Log into your Blink account if you haven’t already.
Go to Camera Settings
From the app home screen, select your Blink Outdoor camera. Then tap on the gear icon in the upper right corner to open your camera’s Settings page.
Select Factory Reset
Scroll down and select the “Factory Reset” option. This will prompt a pop-up message warning you that resetting removes the camera from your account.
Confirm Reset
Review the warning message and then tap “Reset” if you wish to proceed with the reset process. Your Blink Outdoor camera will now restart and reset itself back to its original out-of-the-box state. The reset process usually takes 2-3 minutes to complete.
Remount and Set Up Camera
Once the reset is finished, you will have to go through the mounting and in-app set up process again as if it were a brand new camera. Follow the in-app instructions to scan the QR code on the back of the Blink Outdoor and connect it to your WiFi.
After re-configuring the basic settings, your Blink Outdoor camera will be ready to use once again! You can now set it up with the same or different Blink account if desired. Performing a factory reset can often resolve common technical issues with Blink Outdoor cameras.
FAQs About Resetting Blink Outdoor Camera
How long does a Blink Outdoor reset take?
The reset process itself only takes about 2-3 minutes to complete. However, you will have to spend additional time remounting the camera and setting it back up on your WiFi network and Blink account. Plan for 5-10 minutes total to fully reset and reconfigure your Blink Outdoor.
What does resetting do?
Resetting returns the Blink Outdoor camera to its original factory settings. It removes any customized settings, disconnects from your WiFi network, and unpairs the camera from your Blink account.
Can I reset my Blink without the app?
Unfortunately, no. The Blink app is required to access your camera’s Settings and initiate a factory reset. You cannot reset the camera directly on the device itself.
Will I lose footage if I reset?
Any recorded video footage that has already been uploaded to the cloud will still be accessible in your Blink account after resetting your camera. However, any recent recordings that haven’t been saved to the cloud yet will be deleted during a reset.
How to pair Blink again after reset?
Once the reset is complete, you will have to follow the initial setup process within the Blink app to mount, scan the QR code, connect to WiFi, and add the camera back to your account or a new account.
In Summary
Resetting your Blink Outdoor camera can quickly resolve common technical issues, unpair it from an account, or prepare the device for a new owner. The process only takes a few minutes using the Blink app. Make sure the camera has power and internet, select “Factory Reset” in Settings, confirm the reset, then remount and set up the camera from scratch. Resetting your Blink Outdoor helps ensure you continue getting the most out of the wireless security camera.