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Q: QuestionWhat is the range of these cameras. The XR states 400 FT but can find nothing on these. We have a large backyard. Goes back from house 300ft. Front 100 ft from road right away. Thank you.

Asked 1 year ago by nanamana3.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 3 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Hi nanamana3, The range of a Blink Outdoor 4 camera from its Sync Module Core is up to 100 feet. The Sync Module Core does not offer extended range; for greater distances, you would need the Blink Sync Module XR, which extends the connection range to 250 feet in XR mode and up to 400 feet in XR+ mode. I hope this answers your question!

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionHow many cameras can be used on an account?

Asked 1 year ago by Clay.

• A:Answer Hello Clay, thank you for your question. You can connect up to 10 Blink devices to a single Sync Module, and a single Blink account can support multiple separate systems (each containing a Sync Module with up to 10 cameras or independent Mini/Video Doorbell cameras). The total number of cameras you can use on one account is unlimited if you have a Blink Plus subscription. I hope that helps, have a great day!

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionWill these work with (sync) the doorbell cameras i already have?

Asked 1 year ago by Jarrell.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 2 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Hello Jarrell, thank you for your question. Yes, the Blink Video Doorbell will work with your Blink Outdoor 4 cameras and the included Sync Module, as Blink devices are designed to be managed within a single system via a Sync Module, which supports up to 10 devices. You can simply add your Video Doorbell to your existing Blink account and system, ensuring both your cameras and doorbell are connected to the same Sync Module Core. I hope that helps, have a great day!

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionCan this system work indoors too?

Asked 1 year ago by JD.

• A:Answer Hello JD, the Blink Outdoor 4 cameras can be used anywhere you would like. They are designed for outdoor use since they are weather proof, but there is no reason you can't use them indoors. I have a couple that I use in my house when I travel since they are easy to set up and run on batteries. Have a great day!

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionCan the newer version be added with an older version?

Asked 1 year ago by Clay.

• A:Answer You can add newer generarion cameras to the older generarion sync modules. I linked new Outdoor 4 cameras to a Sync Module 2.

  Answered 11 months ago by JasonK

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Q: QuestionIs hoizontal picture close to 180 degrees? Vertical?

Asked 1 year ago by Davidd.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 1 Camera - Black

• A:Answer The view is 140 degrees

  Answered 9 months ago by stpandVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill the camera work with Apple Products? Iphone, Apple TV, Mac Thanks

Asked 1 year ago by Duffer.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 2 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Hello, Duffer! The Blink Outdoor 4 System handles Apple products very differently depending on which device you are using. Because Blink is an Amazon-owned company, it is tightly integrated into the Amazon/Alexa ecosystem rather than Apple's native HomeKit.Your experience on an iPhone will be seamless. There is no official Blink app available for tvOS. If you have a modern Apple Silicon Mac (M1, M2, M3, etc. chips): Yes, it works. You can open the Mac App Store, download the official mobile iPad version of the Blink Home Monitor app, and run it right on your desktop screen. I hope this helps!

  Answered 3 months ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionHow does the system work with weak or poor coverage home WIFI?

Asked 1 year ago by Tired1.

• A:Answer Hello Tired1, Having a weak or poor wifi signal can be detrimental to the functionality of your Blink Outdoor 4 system. The Synch Module requires a wifi signal to make the initial connection to the peripheral devices. The Wifi Connection also establishes the devices on Blinks servers in order to send software updates. You can however, use the Synch Modules local storage option. This will allow you to store motion triggered clips on a USB Drive or SD Card. When you are setting up your Blink System you will just need to enable the "Local Storage" Option on the app as opposed to "Cloud Storage". The clips will then save to the external storage device which you can remove and view from computer. I hope this answers your question.

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionWhat is the recording range

Asked 1 year ago by hunt.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 2 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer I would say at least 15 yards if it’s up high

  Answered 1 year ago by MatthewG

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Q: QuestionDo you have to have alexa in order to purchase this camera ?

Asked 1 year ago by Di.

• A:Answer Hello Di, thank you for your question. No, you do not need to own an Amazon Alexa device to use the Blink Outdoor 4; it functions independently with the Blink mobile app for basic features like live view and motion alerts. While Alexa integration offers voice control and other smart features, the camera can be fully set up and used with a compatible smartphone or tablet without requiring any Alexa-enabled devices. I hope that helps, have a great day!

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionIs the base compatible with a Starlink system? Our Starling will not take an additional router.

Asked 1 year ago by Mary.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 3 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Hello, Mary! Yes, the Blink system is entirely compatible with Starlink. You do not need to buy or connect an additional third-party router, nor do you need to touch any advanced "Bypass Mode" settings.The Blink Sync Module Core acts as the brain of your cameras, but it isn't an internet router itself. It simply connects to your existing Starlink Wi-Fi network like a smartphone or smart TV would. I hope this helps!

  Answered 3 months ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionDo the blink outdoor cameras only have clips of movement or do they have 24/7 footage that you can scroll through? How many days of recording does it save that I can go back to view from the app?

Asked 1 year ago by Krys.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 3 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Hello, Krys! The Blink Outdoor 4 only records short clips triggered by motion. It does not support continuous, 24/7 video recording that you can scroll back through. Because it is engineered to be a wire-free, battery-powered device, it remains in a low-power standby mode until its sensor detects physical movement. Constant 24/7 streaming would drain the included AA lithium batteries in just a few days. Instead, when it detects motion, it wakes up and records a clip lasting anywhere from 5 to 60 seconds (depending on how you configure it in the app). I hope this help!

  Answered 3 months ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionWill the module on this model accept a memory card so I don’t have to have a subscription?

Asked 1 year ago by BR549.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 3 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Yes they say you can do that however, I am not tech savvy enough to know if you can immediately see clips Unfortunately, I will need subscription because the account is being shared to keep an eye on elderly parent

  Answered 1 year ago by TMPITVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs night vision quality clear?

Asked 1 year ago by Roxy.

• A:Answer Yes very clear but you have to consider night time with no lights. I usually keep my porch light on when I feel the need.

  Answered 1 year ago by CharJVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan these cameras be hooked up to a monitor so that you can visually watch what’s going on?

Asked 1 year ago by Jeff.

• A:Answer Hello Jeff, The Outdoor 4 Camera's will not connect directly to a Monitor. They are only able to be viewed through a smart device such as a Smartphone, Tablet, or Smart TV. You would be able to view the live feed via a monitor that had an HDMI Port that you could plug an Amazon Fire Stick in to. Using the Amazon Fire Stick, or any Smart TV which is Alexa enabled, you would be able to pull up the feed and view it on a monitor or TV. I hope this answers your question!

  Answered 1 year ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: Questioncan we add more cameras?

Asked 1 year ago by jamez.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 3 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer Are there any cameras s that can be purchased in used with out have a dead burn subscription

  Answered 1 year ago by Anonymous

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Q: QuestionCan you combine two of these outdoor 4 systems together (totalling 6 cameras)?

Asked 1 year ago by Miguel.

This question was asked about the related product: Blink - Outdoor 4 – Wireless smart security camera, two-year battery life, 1080p HD. Sync Module Core included – 3 Cameras - Black

• A:Answer I believe so I plan on grabbing like five more

  Answered 1 year ago by MatthewGVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs a Cell Phone needed to operate the Security System, or does Blink provide their own type of Cell Phone?

Asked 1 year ago by Dawg.

• A:Answer Need cell phone

  Answered 1 year ago by user606128

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Q: QuestionDoes this system work with Google Home Hub? Will it distinguish between people, animals, vehicles with local storage or subscription only?

Asked 1 year ago by Vickster.

• A:Answer Blink currently integrates with both IFTTT and Alexa Smart Home. Certain devices have Person Detection available (only with a subscription plan): https://support.blinkforhome.com/en_US/using-your-camera/person-detection

  Answered 1 year ago by Blink

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