With the help of the Blink live view, you can easily access the security camera from anywhere with the help of your mobile device. Sometimes, the Blink Live View Failed because of one or other reasons.
Most likely, a weak connection or dead batteries are responsible for why your Blink Camera Live View Not Working. But don’t worry because we have a few troubleshooting solutions that will help you to get rid of the issue.
We understand that it is sometimes very irritating when Blink Camera Not Detecting Motion in the live view feature. Apart from it, Blink security cameras work really well.
Moving ahead, let’s know why Blink Camera Motion Sensor Not Working and how to fix the issue.
How To Fix When Blink Live View Failed?
You can link the Blink Live View security camera to Blink Home Monitor and easily see whatever your camera is recording. Live view is one of the essential features of the security camera and it should be fixed as quickly as possible.
Most of the Blink security cameras can be used as a walkie-talkie as you can also talk with the person on the camera.
You can easily access the Live View options by pressing the “Live View icon” for the associated camera. We would like to mention that if you will keep using the Live View feature, it will impact the battery life. So, don’t use it frequently.
Moving back to the topic, there are several factors why is your Blink Camera Not Detecting Motion for the live view. It could be poor wifi coverage, poor wireless connection, or there is too much distance between the sync module and camera.
Most of the users use incorrect batteries and end up facing the Blink Live View Failed issue. We recommend you to use the AA Lithium batteries only.
Here are the few troubleshooting solutions to fix the problem easily:
- Check the Red Light Indicator
Blink cameras come with LED light indicators and each light tells about the status of the device. If your device is blinking blue LED light, it means it is recording properly. On the other hand, if your device is showing the Red light, it means your camera is not connected to a proper internet connection.
With the help of the Home Monitor app, you can check the signal strength of your local wifi signal. Make sure your Blink security camera and sync module have at least 3 signal bars.
- Reset the Blink Security Camera
If you have checked and found that your signal strength is strong but still Blink Live View Failed then reset the Blink camera now.
Resetting the device will eventually fix a number of problems like Blink Camera Not Connecting, Blink Camera Not Picking up motion, Blink Camera Blinking Red, etc.
In order to reset the Blink camera, follow the steps mentioned below:
- Find out the reset button given on your Blink camera. You will find the button under the back cover near to the battery slot.
- With the help of a thin paper clip-like object, press and hold the button for at least 10 seconds.
- When you will do so, the LED light indicators will turn off and then Blink Camera Flashing Red light.
- A Red LED light means that your device has been reset completely.
- Your device is completely ready to connect to the internet.
In order to reset the sync module, follow the below-given steps:
- On the right of the sync module, there is a reset button. This button is given on the right side near the USB port.
- When the red LED light starts appearing, release the button. The light will now alternate between the solid green and flashing blue color.
- Your device has been reset completely and the Blink Live View Failed issue may get resolved now.
Last Words
The Blink Live View Failed issue is sometimes very disturbing especially when you are outside the home and want to keep an eye on your premises. In this guide, we have told you all the possible reasons required to resolve the issue. You will be able to fix the problem if you will follow the steps mentioned above. For more, dial the Blink Customer Service Number now.