Why Blink Wont Record
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- Опубліковано 22 лип 2022
- The unexpected has happened! You’re not worried because you have security cameras positioned around your property. You try to check the footage and discover - it didn’t record. Now that’s extremely frustrating to say the least. Why didn’t your Blink cameras record? In this video we’ll discuss simple tricks and techniques that will help bring your system back online.
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YOU’VE JUST HELPED US TREMENDOUSLY! We couldn’t figure out WHY nothing was being picked up…. System was DISARMED 🤦🏻♀️ WE APPRECIATE YOU!!!!!
Hi Jen! I'm so glad I could help!
Stay safe out there.
Just discovered your channel, I appreciate how you explain things clearly and put together your videos very well. Thank you!
Glad you like them!
I’ve had 2 cameras for over a year now and the motion recording suddenly stopped saving onto my USB drive 3 days ago. When I call tech support they give me the run around about how my wifi network must have firewalls somewhere. Bull, haven’t done any changes to my firewalls one but. I refuse to pay for a subscription and it’s some BS on Blink & Amazon’s part. Thanks for your info in this video. Amazon & Blink should be charged in Federal court for False Claims
Hi Jim. I know what you mean. It is more than frustrating to say the least. But some people have had success by coping their UBS drive footage on to a computer, formatting the USB, and then mounting it back into the sync module. Maybe it will work for you. Please let me know.
I had to delete my sync module and re install it, and it started working again. But now it stopped saving my videos again and nothing and I mean NOTHING Ive tried works.
@@CapoGamingYT if it stops making video reinstall it or may be it’s full
Seriously??? Manage your expectations people. Pay for the damn Sub. It's $100/yr.
I just got mine not even a month yet I used to see my records today I came home I checked nothing
I had just set up my system. This video was much more helpful than the help section in the app. Thank you.
Glad it helped!
Thank you for this. Fantastic quality production.
Thank you too!
Very very clear thanks video was really helpful.
Thanks Jose! I'm glad I could help.
Hey, first I want to say thank you and great work putting together this video. That said, I had a problem where my Sync Module 2 stopped recording my Blink doorbell. I tried the basics of unplugging and plugging back in, also safe ejecting the usb storage and plugging it back in. Neither worked. What did work was deleting the Sync Module 2 from the system, then adding it back to the system. Once I did this it said my data was corrupt and prompted me to depress the reset tab on the back of the sync module 2. Of course I did have to re-enter my wifi password etc, but once I followed these steps I walked out front and it immediately recorded a video of me in front of the video doorbell. Hopefully this helps.
Awesome Jeffrey! That's great news. I hope everyone sees your comment. Thanks again for the info.
thank you, doing what you said fixed my problem
I can also confirm this method works and I’m back up to detecting motion on my door bell and window cam thanks.
As for the shoddy motion detection itself, that’s another story. Sometimes it will go the entire day not capturing anything, seem to have to turn MD (little guy running) off and on or wake it up by going into live view.
Seems to want to do it’s own thing which defeats the purpose of a security camera being alert 100% of the day. Would not count on this camera in a bad neighborhood or if you are trying to catch someone in the act. 65% reliability at best.
Thank you!!! Love the show set up.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Best video in youtube. So helpful thank you
Wow, thanks!
Great video.
My issue I’ve noticed is my blink mini seems to go offline at 7am each morning. It shows it’s on but all motion recordings stop until later in the afternoon.
Thank you for this video keep up the good job
Thanks, will do!
Video helped a lot. I appreciate it
Glad to hear it!
One of my camara sometimes doesn't record sometimes does, that is anoying, could you tell me how to fix it? THANKS!
Hi there maybe you can help…I may have missed the solution but what about the camera being wireless and placing in other areas than on the home explains why it’s no longer recording. It was recording and being stored on my usb but now it’s not…what did you mean about the “matrix”? Thank you so much
Hi TEEINALLCAPS. Thanks for asking.
That's a great question. We'll non-subscribed cameras are scheduled to record during the trial period. When that time expires, it should discontinue the recording feature immediately. But sometimes the process of disconnecting the features may take a while to process. Sooner or later the process finally downloads into the camera and the feature stops functioning.
I believe this is the case with your camera as well.
Wow! u r the best..keep those vids coming Mr.!
You got it!
I have just installed one of these on front of my property but due to being on top of a hill I can't have my motion on even if I zone out areas it still sets motion off all through the night. Is it possible to just record on a loop. I did try putting schedules on 24hr but didn't work just records random ones for throughout the day
Hi Home Grown Herps! That's a great question. But unfortunately that's not possible with Blink at the moment. You may need to purchase a wired system for 24/7 access. Or... try the Reolink cellular security camera: a.co/d/8fYGQ7X
Sir, you’re a legend!
Wow, thanks!
I have 4 cameras and I get notifications of motion detected but once I get on the app I don’t see any video and I didn’t have a problem last week. This week I’m not able to see the videos that it notify me. Is there anyway you could help me?
Hi Baby! I think there might be a fix. Find "Jeffrey Luebkert" post in this comment area. He has a great suggestion. Please let me know if this helps.
Thanks again for another informative video.
I did buy some blink outdoor cameras during Amazon Prime Days.
Your previous videos convinced me that they would be a good fit for me.
Thank you.
Glad to help!
thank you so much. problem fixed 😃
You're welcome!
Hi there, I bought a blink mini and have it on a subscription for the one device $3 monthly. Then I decide to buy a blink camera for my front door to see when my packages arrive. This one comes with a module. So I set it up and was working fine with the usb storage. And suddenly it stops recording is it for the reason you said that I have one on a plan and the other is not ?
I would say, yes. But it could also be that your USB drive isn't working properly. Try to reboot the system and reinstalling the USB device.
You saved me. Thank you
Wow! Glad to hear it!
My doorbell camera just stays in event mode now. I don’t have a sync module bc I wasn’t advised I needed one. I’ve had the camera since about April and it was okay until recently. I have a subscription I’m now paying for, and the product doesn’t work. Any advice would be a blessing
Hi Portia! Maybe I can help.
First let's try to power cycle the camera by removing the batteries (or unplugging it) for about 15 - 20 secs. Then replace the batteries (plug in the power) and reboot the system. Hopefully that will solve the issue.
AND...
The Blink Video Doorbell can manage its own system. It doesn't require a sync module. But when it's installed with a connected Sync Module, the doorbell battery life is improved and advanced features are available.
I have 18 Blink cameras and my ex gets in my house constantly. I don't know if he is jamming them or what. They get everyone else and every critter around but never him.
thank u
In Canada "Motion detection video recording - Available with Sync Module 2"
but when my trial ran out, it does not motion record anymore.
Hi Capt'n! That's what a lot of people have been saying. Amazon want's the subscription cash. I'm still searching for a work around.
All of a sudden for past cpl weeks my camera stops recording around 6am. It shows me leaving the house for work and nothing else all day unless I go into app to look live then it will start recording again.
Hi Amanda! That is strange. Have you noticed any power fluctuations around that time? Could someone be unplugging the unit?
I bought Onn 128 GB flash drive with USB 3.0 from Walmart. When I plug in the flash drive to the sync module 2, it starts recording but when it’s backing up to the flash drive, it says the backup clip failed. Any suggestions?!
Hi Pheara Lim! You can try re-formatting the drive in a computer first, then re-installing it into the sync module. But make sure you eject it from the sync module through the app before you take it out.
Thanks for the question. I hope it helps.
the last camera system before i changed to blink the red IR ring saved me they could see the ring as they approached and left i started with the mini then expanded to the outdoor then door bell with the door bell i couldnt figure out why nothing was recording from anything turned out it was switched to disarmed because i had to disarm it to add the door bell and just never armed it again
Hi Scarface Matt! I'm glad it's working again. And I'm glad you've got a good backup camera. Good Man!
I’m still having issues with clip backup. I even purchased a new 256 usb drive and it still won’t backup. What could be the issue?
Hi Ms Hunni! Here's a tech support link that "should" help.
support.blinkforhome.com/en_US/issues-with-your-sync-module/troubleshooting-usb-drive
As always, thanks so much for staying in touch. I hope it all works out in your favor.
THANK U!
You're welcome!
Nice vid , I see in your settings you can turn off the led when recording , my options list do not have the status led on/off and I believe I have the current firmware version 7.101
Hi TJM 004! What type of phone do you have? I have an android phone.
@@TeachMe101 I have android
Hummm... It appears at the time of filming I was using an earlier version. That maybe the issue.
@@TeachMe101 Could be , Thanks for trying anyway
You're welcome TJM. I'll keep you posted, if I can think of anything else.
So what is a good brand outdoor wireless cameras with no fee to buy?
Arlo and Reolink are good brands
Great video! In my case, I received the motion notification but no clip is recorded in the USB. Any suggestions? Thanks
Hi Carlos! Check the storage space in the USB drive. Drives can be up to 256 gigs but no higher. You could also try re-mounting the drive. If necessary power down the unit for a few minutes then plug it up again.
Same problem with mine
Beside the suggestions below I deleted and downloaded the app. That did not help. Then I reset the module by pressing the button on the back and re-adding the blink module. That seemed to help in my case.
I still cannot get motion record and I have no subscription, it will not let me turn that on it is grayed out on the settings, all I get is live view and notifications I’m not on Record have they done some thing in the past month I can only get the recording if I pay for the subscription
Hi Twig!
Maybe I can help. Do you have a USB connected to the sync module? If so, some people have had success by disconnecting and then re-connecting the external USB drive from the module. But make sure you go to the settings and safely eject it first. You may have to clear all the data on the USB drive as well.
I hope this helps.
Hello great video I was wondering if you had any other tips for this problem. In my case I did go from a no plan to a plan then back to a no plan. Now it tells me “This Usb storage device has no clips” i checked the usb and its empty
Hi NotSeedBun! That's a good question.
First, I would verify that there are no clips on the USB. Unmount the USB from the sync module, then insert it into a computer. Check it for any footage. If you find any clips, save them to your computer. I would also format the USB, unplug the sync module from power for 2 minutes, plug it back into power, wait for it to reconnect, then re-mount the USB into the sync module. When the module discovers it, it may bring it back online.
I hope it works.
Thanks for taking the time to ask and comment.
All my motion settings are on but still not recoding notions. Please help
Is it working now mine is doing the same
My video doorbell isn’t recording motion anymore . I do have a sync module and it was but now all of a sudden it isnt and im missing the motion recording option.
Hi Tamekia! I'm so sorry to hear that. If you have the subscription, then try reinstalling the app. If no subscription, you maybe in the same situation as a lot of us. No sub may mean no record. Sorry about that...
@@TeachMe101 thanks. I had to soft reboot the camera, now its working.
I'm so glad to here it Tamekia! You rock!
@@tamekiawilliams6874 hi Tamekia, I am having the same issue you had. How did you soft reboot the camera?
Can I have the blink cameras in different locations (towns) and still use the same App on my iPad?
Hi Elaine! Yes! That shouldn't be an issue. But of course, you'll have to set them up in each new location. You know... connecting them to the wifi at each location. ect
@@TeachMe101 thank you I thought I should but wanted to make sure. Thank you very much. Have a great day.
My cameras have also stop recording. I don’t have a subscription but a USB, have uninstalled, deleted module. I think I have done everything but obviously not. The live stream is working just not recording or giving me any notifications. I have watched everyone of your videos but still not recording. Thank you.
Hi Sharon! Sorry for the delay. It sounds like you've done all the right things. So it appears you have reached a crossroads. Unfortunately, the "Amazon Tollbooth" is going to require a subscription at this point. I wish I knew of a better solution.
Thanks again for the question. I'll keep digging for another solution.
@Teach Me actually they started working again!! Why/how I'll never know. Thank you for your help.
I've had 2 blink cameras for about 4 years. I recently added a new outside camera. All 3 cameras record and save the data to my phone. I still use the old Blink Module. Perhaps the issue is the new Module....seems like the new module's software will not allow you to record unless you have a subscription.
I don't have a subscription and my 3 cameras record to my phone jist fine
Hi Mark! That sounds correct. Older Blink cameras are not subject to the new subscription terms. I believe the cut off date was April 2020.
Hi Guys, have great NEWS. not that Blink team or Amazon helped in any way, that is such a shame :(
Got it working with the help of UA-cam guy ( Blink issues like Clips not uploading on module!)
Website link is ua-cam.com/video/48NrGmNTyO4/v-deo.html
1) first thing I did is TURN OFF your Wifi router for 2-5 mins Then TURN IT BACK ON.
2) You need to factory reset the sync module 2 by pressing the little button on the rear of the module.
3) Reset your sync module wifi setup with the set up provided in the app using your wifi pass code.
4) Replace the USB Zip Drive and you are good to go..
Test the system by making sure you have push notification disabled in the app for all cameras.
Then go walk about and set of all the Blinks you have set up.. Wish you all well. I feel great :))
NO THANKS TO BLINK TEAM or AMAZON.. still very annoyed with them.. A big let down :((
Cheers all I do hope this works for you fo
My non subscription blink stopped playing back clips. Do you know what I can do to fix this to play back. Thanks.
Hi Gary! So sorry for the delayed response. Do you still need help with your Blink?
@@TeachMe101 I’m figured it out. Thank you.
Please tell me why the clip backup say failed? is there something I can do? this is the second the that it has said BACKUP FAILED
Hi Ms Hunni! What type of UBS drive are you using? Is it 256 gigs or lower?
@@TeachMe101 yes it’s 256 gig. I reset my router and now it’s working
My camera will not video cars leaving or coming or mail delivery or any people
All it records is nothing moving can a camera be swiped clean by potential thieves
Hi IDA! Maybe. But check the camera sensitivity. It may not be high enough. Also make sure the system is armed too. You may need to reset the Zones as well. If you are on a subscription plan, it should work.
My outside camera is showing in snooze mode, how do I turn it off?
Hi Katie! That's a great question.
You can turn off the snooze feature by pressing the Snooze Button and then click End Snooze.
Have a wonderful day! 😊
My early non-subscription worked "perfect" until I got a new router. With the new VZW cellular router I get motion detection notifications, but no video clip. Occasionally, I get partial video or a still frame, and even more rare actual video. I can save live views and those clips show up. Live view works great. Cameras and sync module all show good wi-fi. Router shows that the sync module is connected. On the router I can get 8Mbps upload of UA-cam video, no problem. Router seems to stream video just fine. Router and phone are on the same provider and I would assume the same tower. I can replace the router with the hotspot on my phone in the same location and the system works "perfectly" again. What to do?
Hi Mike! I'm so sorry to hear about your device issues. I know how frustrating that must be. It does seem like you've done everything correctly. Let's try one more thing. If possible, try to connect a second router to one of the open ports on your VZW cellular router. Then connect your Blink to the second router. If the Blink works perfectly, then it may confirm that there is some sort of setting issue in the WIFI portion of your VZW cellular router. It could be security related.
Thanks for the great question.
Good video
Glad you enjoyed
I already had 3 cameras. I bought the doorbell and now that the free trial is over nothing records to my blink usb.
Hi Chanel. Yep! That's about right. I'm becoming more and more concerned about this product. It seems their motto has become "No pay, No play". Sorry....
Thank you in advance I can't get my blink mini to sound when my doorbell chimes any ideas
Hi B Combest! Sorry for the delay. That's a great question. Let's make sure the system is armed and your notifications are on.
@@TeachMe101 thank you as usual you have all the answers thank you so much.....
what is a good camara to record 24/7?
Hi Maria! That's a great question. It looks like you'll have to look into a hardwired system for 24/7 recording.
Try this one: a.co/d/5MsfTF1
How do I get them to record 24/7? …I got an alert at 2:30 in the morning of a guy walking around our vehicles, I only got a 10 second clip 🤦🏿♂️
Hi UncleTay! Yeah you're correct the Blink will not record 24/7. You'll probably need to purchase a wire system to receive that feature. Reolink makes a good system: a.co/d/1MDB7MD
@@TeachMe101 thank you, I really appreciate it!
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Thanks for your comment Alex!
I bought mine just under a year ago. Last month, they just stopped recording. They start to recording and then I get blinking green lights. I've tried everything including deleting the entire system and starting all over. Nothing has worked. Live view, wifi, and usb are all fine. Don't know what the blinking green lights mean.
Hi Dawn! I'm so sorry to hear about the trouble. It looks like you've done a great job trouble shooting. But let's try one more thing. Try resetting your router too. The green blinking light means there is some sort of communion error. The router could be the problem.
I hope this helps.
@@TeachMe101 I will try it but I emailed blink and found out that this system i purchased in January is longer eligible for usb storage. I either have to pay $10 a month or buy a system according to them. I wouldn't have purchased them if I had known that they were going to delete that feature.
WOW! That is crazy. This is the first time I've heard of it. I'm so sorry. I wish there was more I could do to help.
I have 2. If my front is recording then the back wont
I have a problem I have two outdoor cameras and I have module 2 with a 250 GB USB memory and it does not record clips noce because
Hi @DjEm502Barrera! That is a common problem with Blink. I hear it all the time. But there maybe a fix. Please make sure your system is armed. It should record. But if not, try the link below.
support.blinkforhome.com/en_US/local-storage-issues/local-storage-troubleshooting
@@TeachMe101 thank you for answering me. and it is the.memory that since I removed it to see the videos on my computer now the blink says that I have no videos it does not read the.memory nor does it record any clips and I followed those steps it is strange
Good info but I think we have all been scammed by Amazon. . I’ve had 2 years of subscription free hassle free recording and Amazon decide “let’s start switching customers cameras off and charge them a subscription”
If we had known this from the start we wouldn’t have bought the cameras. . RIP OFF
Is there a fix for no subscription or do i need to start paying now
Hi RB! You can try resetting your system to factory default and starting all over again. But paying the sub is the fastest and easiest way that I know of at the moment.
@@TeachMe101 something that ended up working for me was deleting the sync module from network and readding it. Then i had to reset my modem and router and it started working
WOW! Thanks for the info rb. I'm so glad it worked out for you. You've got some skills. Awesome!
My indoor blink camera system is showing thumbnail failed ?
Hi Christy! That's a common problem. I'm so sorry you're encountering it too. Try this support page for answers:
support.blinkforhome.com/en_US/issues-with-your-camera/one-camera-isnt-responding
why it is showing picture on the home screen and some are not. ( 2 out of 5 camera )
Chances are the other cameras haven't fully connected yet.
I have blink and ring and ring is a better platform and the cameras pickup on motion better
My video doorbell and camera don't record motion anymore, I do have a sync module, but it doesn't save motion records. A junk product is not worth buying!
Hi TS! I don't like that either. I'm on the hunt for another system.
This guy reminds me of Mr. Roger’s….😍👍🏾
It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood... LOL!
Thanks for the comment!
Got blink 5 cameras sync loads up but cameras say error failed to complete new system
Hi Rando. So sorry for the delay. Do you still need any help?
Still can't load cameras even upgraded internet
@@TeachMe101 yes
Yes when I load cameras this image with outdoor with numbers 1 -4 blue upload circle up right corner goes for little time then pops up failed command with ok under it
Let's try to do a factory reset of the sync module. Here's a link:
support.blinkforhome.com/en_US/issues-with-your-sync-module/sync-module-reset-button
You'll have to go through the entire setup process again but hopefully a new start will solve the problem.
I suspect my neighbor of hacking my blink cameras. How do I protect it
Hi Charlesshawj! That's a great question. Check out my video called "Hacked". ua-cam.com/users/shortsRwsKX8nabH4?feature=share
Please let me know if it helps.
One of my camera stopped recording, I press the running man and it start recording again. I’m not a blink subscriber.
Hi Shawn! Great job! Yes the running man actually arms your system and turns it on.
Tyty!! Disarmed/armed ugh !!!
Over to you Jim
Amazon cloud cam was by far better than blink, blink don’t record everything like Amazon cloud did, individually every cam records everything blink camera won’t do that, I’m about to change everything after 3 month I don’t like them
My motion was not enabled…unbelievable….thanks
You're welcome!
I have a Blink module, so a subscriotion is not required. So, now what?
You could install a thumb drive into the sync module. It's possible it would backup your recordings.
Hmm. Can anyone say Amazon blink cameras stink . No pay no play ..
Hi Hollywood! LOL
It's all about the dollar.
This was of no help. I’m not subscribed and don’t intend to. I’ve made no changes to any settings nor did I move the cams. I need resetting info for the whole system not individual cameras
Hi Billy! Here are some instructions on how to reset the Blink Sync Module:
support.blinkforhome.com/en_US/original-sync-module/how-to-reconfigure-your-sync-module
Also you can visit this link to learn how to reset the Blink camera:
www.dumbswitches.com/reset-blink-camera-factory-settings/
LOL seriously. Plug a $10 USB thumb drive to it...
They suck because they are locked on 2G so now with my insane 1GB up and down, they don't work because 2G and 5G are merged inside the eero 6. So now, time to upgrade the darn cameras.
SO IF YOU HAVE FIBER OPTICS, DO NOT GET BLINK CAMERAS. or you will need a repeater and slow that sucker down to 2G and connect your Blink module to that.
Hi Salvador! That's an interesting point. It looks like Blink may need a serious upgrade moving forward. Thanks so much for share this information.
Nope …craps going back get alerts live view fine doesn’t save any of the videos maybe a sec… 5 days into the trail
Send it back!
Honestly these cameras suck
Seriously? Sub is $100/yr. Quit being cheap folks and pay for the sub
I bought 3. They are junk, don't buy one. Just saying!
They are definitely not perfect.
I have had mine for about 7 years .They all work fine .( I have 4 )
My rear one in my conservatory will even notify me through the rear glass door if someone tries appears outside the door , and that is a indoor mini USB plug in Blink camera.