Free Shipping on Domestic Orders $75+

Introduction

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to replace the camera in the Blink Outdoor 4. This device includes a front-facing camera providing clear footage to ensure users of security and reliability. The wireless 1080p HD security system features 143° diagonal field of vision. Included in the camera is the image sensor, lens, and infrared system. It is designed to allow the camera to adjust to infrared night vision and day lighting to detect detailed motion consistently. The infrared night vision should remain clear but with black and white imaging. The device utilizes enhanced computer vision for dual zone motion detection and improved human detection. The system provides for live viewing through the Blink Mobile App and up to 30 frames per second.

There are many reasons for the camera to appear to be malfunctioning or not connecting. Before following this guide and taking the device apart, ensure that the device is properly connected to the Sync Module included in the box and connected to the same WiFi. If the battery is low, the camera quality will worsen or even disconnect. Click here for step-by-step instructions to replace the batteries in the device. Before getting started, it is important to know what you are looking for. To purchase the new individual front-facing camera assembly, you must contact Blink support directly. Click here.

If the device is mounted, you will have to remove the device from the mount. Once you have done so, feel free to take the device indoors or to a flat surface.

What you need

Step 1 Blink Outdoor 4 Camera

Blink Outdoor 4 Camera Replacement, Blink Outdoor 4 Camera: step 1, image 1 of 3

Blink Outdoor 4 Camera Replacement, Blink Outdoor 4 Camera: step 1, image 2 of 3

Blink Outdoor 4 Camera Replacement, Blink Outdoor 4 Camera: step 1, image 3 of 3

Remove the mounting bracket from the device if necessary.
Flip the camera upside down.
The word 'Blink' should be at the top.
Insert the swivel multi-tool that was included in the Blink Outdoor 4 box into the small notch located inside the silver circle in the center of the device.
Twist to the left until you hear a click.

Edit

Ask FixBot

Step 2

Use a spudger to gently pry the back casing off the device.
Remove the two batteries and set them aside.
When reattaching the back casing, turn the swivel tool to the right.

Edit

Ask FixBot

Step 3

Remove all four screws near the battery compartments using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Make sure to keep track of the screws for reassembly.

Edit

Ask FixBot

Step 4

Blink Outdoor 4 Camera Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

Turn the device on its side.
Use a plastic spudger to gently pry off the front cover of the device.

Edit

Ask FixBot

Step 5

Blink Outdoor 4 Camera Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two small black screws in the upper right corner of the board.
Make sure to keep the screws for reassembly.
Gently lift the motherboard out of the device by its edges.
Do not pull on the board because it's attached to some cables from underneath and it could damage the device.

Edit

Ask FixBot

Step 6

Blink Outdoor 4 Camera Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

Squeeze the edges of the white camera connector and slide it out of the socket on the motherboard.
If that doesn't work, use the point of a spudger to push on alternating sides of the white camera connector to "walk" it out of its socket.
It may take a lot of alternating before the connector comes out. Be patient, and don't pull on the cables.
Remove the camera from the device.