733029 – Blink Outdoor Wireless Security 2 Camera System and Floodlight w/ 1 Silicon Skin Cover
Blink Installation and Set Up
Blink Outdoor and Indoor (Gen 2) Battery Powered Camera
What is the difference between Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor?
Blink Indoor (gen 2) does not have the same weatherproofing features as the Blink Outdoor camera. Blink Outdoor boasts an IP65 weather resistance rating. Additionally, Blink Indoor and Outdoor are compatible with a new battery expansion pack that doubles operating life. (sold separately)
What is new about Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras compared to the XT2 and the Blink Indoor Camera?
Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras feature Privacy Zones and additional storage options to save your motion clips locally on a USB flash drive (sold separately) or to the cloud with advanced features.
How does local storage work?
As an alternative to the subscription-based cloud storage , you can enable local storage with no monthly fee to save videos from up to 10 cameras to the storage hub included with Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor systems by inserting a USB flash drive (sold separately).
Can both local storage and a subscription be used?
Yes, you can use both forms of storage. The subscription offers cloud-based storage that is visible in the Blink app, and Clip Backups save to the USB flash drive.
What do Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras integrate with?
Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras integrate with all Alexa-enabled products including Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Show, Echo Spot, Fire TV, and Fire Tablet. Skills include arming and disarming, activating a live stream, playing the latest motion clip, and when available, will include sound detection via Alexa Guard to trigger camera recording, and motion announcements right from your Alexa-enabled device.
Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras will not support Apple HomeKit or Google Assistant at launch but we are continuously evaluating integration opportunities.
Do Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras require a hub?
Yes, we call it a Sync Module. Each Sync Module manages a system and can have up to ten devices attached. The Sync Module 2 adds local storage features for Blink Indoor (gen 2), Outdoor, and Mini cameras.
Can I add Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras to my existing Blink system?
Yes. Plus, if adding Blink Indoor (gen 2) and Outdoor cameras to an existing Blink system that has been activated on or before 4/15/20, your existing free cloud storage does not expire. Systems activated after 4/15/20 can receive motion alerts and enter Live View for free, with the option to purchase a cloud storage subscription to view stored clips in the Blink app.
Newer Sync Module products offer features like local storage and subscription enhancements like Photo Capture.
What is Photo Capture?
On an eligible camera, Photo Capture takes a thumbnail every hour, then once a day and assembles them into a short clip that you can view in the Blink app. If a motion alert or Live View event occurs, the hourly photos taken up to that point are assembled into a clip, and the hourly photos begin again after the event is complete. Eligible cameras are Blink Indoor (gen 2), Outdoor, and Mini.
Blink Floodlight Mount
How does the Blink Floodlight work?
When connected to your Blink Outdoor camera, the Floodlight will operate with your camera when it is armed for motion detection in your Blink system.
When the camera senses motion, the Floodlight will activate as well. Additionally, you can manually turn the Floodlight on or off from the Blink app home screen or while performing a Live View.
Can I use the Floodlight with any Blink cameras?
No, the Floodlight is only to be used with the new Blink Outdoor camera.
Other Blink outdoor cameras (XT or XT2) are not compatible with Floodlight's micro-USB connector to provide a weather-resistant seal.
What type of batteries does the Blink Floodlight use?
The Floodlight uses 4 alkaline D-cell batteries to operate. Your Blink Floodlight will come with its first set of batteries already installed. You will need to remove the pull-tab in the battery compartment to activate power to the Floodlight.
To access or replace the batteries, you will need to unmount the Floodlight and twist the back cover open to expose the battery compartment. See setup instructions for detailed information.
Can the Blink Floodlight act as a battery backup for my Outdoor camera?
No, the Blink Floodlight cannot act as a battery backup for your Outdoor camera. The Outdoor camera will need to have its own set of 1.5 V AA Lithium batteries to function properly. You will still be notified via the battery indicator in the Blink app when your Outdoor camera batteries need to be replaced.
If the batteries die in my Blink Floodlight, will my Outdoor camera still detect motion?
Yes, the camera will still be able to function even if the Floodlight has dead batteries. The camera will have power from its own set of 1.5 V Lithium batteries and does not rely on any power from the Floodlight to function on its own.
If the batteries die in my Blink Outdoor camera, will the Floodlight still detect motion?
No, the Floodlight will not be capable of turning on for motion events if the Outdoor camera is not functional. The Floodlight relies on a signal from the motion sensor of the Blink Outdoor camera to turn on for a motion event.
Is the micro-USB cable removable so I can install a longer cable?
No, the micro-USB cable installed in the Blink Floodlight is not removable.
Can I use the Blink Solar Panel with the Blink Floodlight?
No, the Floodlight must operate using the D-Cell batteries and is not compatible with the Blink Solar Panel.
What is the expected battery life?
With normal usage of your Blink Floodlight consisting of five triggers a day, each lasting 30 seconds, you will receive approximately 12 months of battery life. A battery life indicator is found on the Floodlight settings page within the Blink app.
What if I don’t have a pull tab?
If your pull tab is missing or broken, please ensure both positive and negative ends of each battery are clear of any coverings and then reattempt installation.
Will the Floodlight work with a Blink Outdoor camera on a Sync Module 1?
Yes. The Floodlight works with a Blink Outdoor camera that is supported by both Sync Module 1 and Sync Module 2.
Why is the Floodlight mount incompatible with previous generation outdoor cameras (XT/XT2)?
The communications provided over micro-USB cable between the camera and accessory are only supported on Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera. Previous generation cameras (XT & XT2) do not have the HW requirement to support.
Can the Floodlight be powered via hardwire instead of with the provided D-Cell batteries?
No, the Blink Floodlight Mount is not designed to be hardwired. Currently, it can only be powered by the 4 alkaline D-cell batteries.
Do the Blink Solar Panel or Outdoor camera require a separate sync module, or can they be added it to an existing sync module?
The solar panel and outdoor camera do not require a separate sync module and can be added to an existing system that already contains other cameras.
Can the Blink Floodlight act as a power source or battery backup for my Outdoor camera?
No, the Blink Floodlight cannot act as a battery backup for your Outdoor camera. The Outdoor camera will need to have its own set of 1.5 V AA Lithium batteries to function properly.
You will still be notified via the battery indicator in the Blink app when your Outdoor camera batteries need to be replaced.
Will I be notified when the batteries are running low on my Blink Floodlight?
Yes, you will be notified via the Blink app if the batteries are running low on your Floodlight. A Battery indicator can also be found in the Floodlight settings or on the Blink app home screen.
Are there configurable settings for the Blink Floodlight?
Yes, you have the ability to adjust the light brightness as well as the auto-shutoff duration for the Floodlight in the Floodlight settings page within the Blink app. Additionally, you can set ambient light sensitivity and daytime light activation for your Blink Floodlight. See Floodlight app settings for detailed information.
Can I install the Blink Floodlight in different positions?
Yes, the Blink Floodlight can be mounted on a wall, tree or on a ceiling such as on a patio.
What type of light panels are used on the Blink Floodlight?
The Blink Floodlight uses LED technology and provides 700 lumens of high quality light by Beams.
Are the light panels on the Blink Floodlight adjustable?
Yes, the light panels on the Blink Floodlight can be adjusted up or down, as well as away from the Blink Outdoor camera, to provide maximum light coverage. See Installing the Blink Floodlight for detailed information.
How high should I install my Floodlight?
Twelve feet off the ground is the optimal height to get the best range for the Blink Outdoor camera’s motion detector.
Can I use the Floodlight without a Blink camera connected?
No, the Floodlight will only function if a Blink Outdoor camera is connected via the micro-USB cable. Blink XT and XT2 cameras are not supported.
Is the Blink Floodlight Weather resistant?
Yes, the Blink Floodlight is IP65 certified weather resistant.
What are the temperature range of the Blink Floodlight?
The Blink Floodlight has an operating temperature range between -4°F (-20°C) to 113°F (45°C).
Will the Blink Floodlight work with Alexa?
Yes, the Floodlight is compatible with Alexa. It is considered part of the camera it is attached to physically. When you use Alexa commands, refer to the camera name and add the word “light” to direct your request.
Some examples:
“Alexa, turn on/off the light”
“Alexa, dim the light.”
“Alexa, set the light to fifty percent.”
“Alexa, brighten the light”.
Does the Blink Floodlight have a warranty?
Yes, in the EU/UK Blink Floodlight has a 2-year limited warranty.