Having a formal home or business surveillance system can be costly and difficult to manage independently, but for those wanting eyes on various areas when they are gone, the Blink camera is a great option. What then do you do if the Blink camera isn’t showing?
If your Blink camera isn’t showing, be sure the camera has been enabled from within the Alexa app, be sure the camera is discoverable within ‘Devices’ if it is connected to Echo Show, and confirm that any device connected to the camera is running on a reliable network connection.
The Blink camera is a surveillance camera that is battery powered and thus, can be set up in just about any location you choose. This camera is motion censored and can be controlled through the Blink app when downloaded to a wide variety of different devices. If you have the Blink Home Monitor app downloaded to a particular device and the camera is not showing up, continue reading to find the right solution for the device the camera is connected to.
Blink Camera Not Showing
The Blink camera is perfect for those who want to have eyes and ears on a particular spot (or spots) within their home or business, but don’t want the hassle of a huge formal surveillance system. The fact that the Blink camera can be operated through a smart device with the download of the right application also makes this camera incredibly accessible to users. However, if you have the app downloaded and the camera is not showing, what can be done?
If your Blink camera isn’t showing, be sure the camera has been enabled from within the Alexa app, be sure the camera is discoverable within ‘Devices’ if it is connected to Echo Show, and confirm that any device connected to the camera is running on a reliable network connection.
Blink Camera Not Showing On Alexa
Alexa is a virtual assistant that can be operated through simple voice commands and can offer users the ability to catch up on news, create calendar events, listen to music, and even curate various lists through the device. Even more than this though, you can connect Alexa to your Blink camera so that the camera can be operated through Alexa. If you have your Blink camera connected to Alexa and it is not showing up, what can be done?
If your Blink camera is not showing on Alexa, it could be that you have not connected the camera properly. To connect Blink to Alexa, from within the Alexa app go to the menu and select ‘Skills & Games’ > ‘Blink SmartHome’ > ‘Skill’ > then click the option to ‘Enable to Use.’
Blink Camera Now Showing On Echo Show
Similar to Alexa is the Echo Show, as this device is operated through Alexa voice activation, but it is different due to this device having a screen that will display the content you are searching for, listening to, or have going in the background. If you think you have your Blink camera connected to Echo show and it is not working, what might be the cause of this disconnect between devices?
If your blink camera is not showing on Echo Show, it is most likely that the devices are not listed under discoverable devices. To find the Blink camera, navigate to ‘Devices’ > ‘+’ > ‘Add Devices’ > ‘Cameras’ > ‘Discover Devices,’ which should then cause the Blink camera to appear and connect.
Blink Camera Not Showing On Home Screen
On the home screen of the blink app, you should be able to see the various cameras that you have connected to the app, from which you will be able to click on the cameras and even view the camera in Live View or watch a clip that has been recorded after movement was detected. If you open the Blink app and see that the camera you have connected is not showing up, read on to see what the most likely cause of the problem is.
If your Blink camera is not showing on the home screen of the Blink application, check that the Wifi on the device you are using is not only working, but is operating at an appropriate speed. If Wifi is not connected at all, you will not be able to view the camera on the home screen.
Blink Camera Not Showing On Firestick
The Amazon Firestick is a secondary streaming device that can be connected to any device with a working HDMI port. The Firestick is great for those who want to keep their old devices that are not capable of smart device operations, such as older TV’s, but want the accessibility that more advanced technology offers without having to pay a huge price. If you have the Blink camera app downloaded to your Firestick and the camera isn’t showing, read on.
If your Blink camera isn’t showing on Firestick, from within the Alexa app, go to the menu and select ‘Skills & Games’ > ‘Blink SmartHome’ > ‘Skill’ > then click the option to ‘Enable to Use.’ You will then be prompted to enter your credentials to connect the camera to your Firestick.
Blink Camera Not Showing On App
If your Blink camera is not showing up on the app, it could be due to the camera being offline. This often happens when the camera loses its connection to the Wi-Fi network. To fix this, check the camera’s Wi-Fi settings and ensure it’s within range of your router, then reconnect it to the network.
One common reason for this issue is outdated app software. It’s like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole; the older version of the app may not be compatible with the current firmware of the camera. To resolve this, simply update the Blink app to the latest version. This ensures that the app and camera can communicate effectively, restoring access to your camera’s feed in the app.
Another potential hiccup could be incorrect camera settings or configuration within the app itself. Sometimes, we might accidentally alter settings or not complete the setup process, leaving our camera invisible on the app. A quick review and adjustment of the camera’s settings in the app can often bring your camera back online. Make sure the camera is correctly added and configured within the app, ensuring it’s assigned to the correct system and the privacy settings allow for viewing. This step is akin to ensuring all wires are properly connected in a complex entertainment system; every component needs to be correctly set up for the whole system to work seamlessly.
Blink Camera Not Showing Clips
When using a Blink camera, you can either look at the camera feed in Live View, or you can view clips that are recorded when motion is detected after setting the recording time anywhere between 5 and 60 seconds. These clips work to show users the movement within the area they have surveillance under and can be retrieved once recorded. If you have a blink camera that has detected motion but is not showing clips, how can they be retrieved?
If your blink camera is not showing clips, it could be that you have the filter set within the app, which will cause all clips to appear as “Not Visible.” To change the filter settings, select the camera you wish to edit and select or deselect the filter options at the bottom of the screen.
Blink Camera Not Showing Live Feed
As previously noted, you can use your Blink camera in two different ways: either by viewing the area in Live View or seeing various clips that are taken when movement is detected. Viewing the camera in Live View will show you the scene in real-time and the clip will be a recording that can be viewed anytime once saved. However, if you are trying to see a live feed of your Blink camera but it is not showing, what might be the problem?
If your Blink camera isn’t showing the live feed, the most likely cause of the problem is that the wireless connection is bad. Be sure the internet speed is sufficient enough to run a live feed, then try completing a reset of the router by unplugging it for 60 seconds.
Blink Camera Not Showing Preview
Blink cameras are battery powered, which means that this device has to be smart about the way it operates so the batteries are not drained within a matter of weeks. One example of this is the preview that is displayed for each camera before selecting the camera, which is a way to show what the camera is looking at without needing a live feed. If your blink camera isn’t showing the preview for one or all cameras, read on to see what can be done.
If your Blink camera isn’t showing preview, it could be that the camera is not close enough to the Sync Module to display the preview. If this is not the case, be sure you are connected to a strong network and that the network is operating at the most desirable speed.
Blink Camera Not Showing Picture
The picture of a Blink camera is the same as the preview, as this is the image that is displayed for each individual camera before the camera is selected and clips are viewed or Live View is implemented. If you have a Blink camera and the picture is not showing for one of the cameras you have connected, what else could be the cause of the problem besides the Wifi not having a strong enough connection and the camera not being close enough to the Sync Module?
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If your Blink camera is not showing a picture, reset your router by unplugging it for 60 seconds. Once the router has restarted, try connecting to the camera once again and if the picture is still not showing, power cycle the camera by removing the batteries for 10 seconds.
Blink Camera Not Showing Color
The color on the picture of a Blink camera may not be a necessity, but it certainly makes things easier when it comes to having to distinguish certain items or individuals within the camera’s view. If you have a Blink camera and it isn’t showing color, continue reading below to see what the problem might be.
If your Blink camera isn’t showing color, check to make sure that the infrared (IR) illuminator has not been set within the night vision section. Within the camera settings go to ‘Night Vision’ and be sure to have ‘Control’ set to ‘Off’ or ‘Auto.’
Blink Camera Not Showing Video
After all of the issues listed above, you might not even be thinking of the complications that may come with the primary function of the Blink camera: the video. Whether you are viewing the camera in Live View or are looking at the various clips recorded when motion was sensed, you should be able to look at the video feed without any complication. However, if you have a Blink camera and it is not showing video, read on to see what you can do.
If your Blink camera isn’t showing video, it is likely that you have a poor internet connection. To see if this is the problem, unplug the router and allow it to sit for 60 seconds without power. Once this time has passed, plug it back in, allow it to reboot, then try the camera once more.
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If your Blink camera isn’t showing, the device connected to the camera may not be connected to Wifi, the batteries might need to be replaced on the camera itself, edit the filter options for each camera within the Blink app, and try resetting the router if you suspect the network connection is bad.
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