You will need some tools to make this process easy:
Some Blink doorbells come with a removal tool for easy detachment but if you don’t have one don’t worry this process can also be done by a flathead screwdriver.
Standard AA batteries will also work, but for extended battery life and optimal performance, we recommend Non-rechargeable AA 1.5-volt lithium batteries that are best for blink cameras.
Popular brands that produce these batteries are Duracell and Energizer.
Follow these steps to replace or remove your blink doorbell batteries
Most Blink doorbells have a small doorbell removal slot near the bottom of the unit. Look for a designated opening or a small seam.
Using the Removal Tool (or Screwdriver):
On the back of the detached doorbell unit, you’ll find the battery compartment. It’s usually secured with a small clip or latch.
Opening the Battery Compartment:
Fresh Batteries and Correct Polarity:
And it’s done! your blink battery is changed successfully
If you want to make the blink camera battery last longer keep an eye on your battery life. Blink app provides a battery life indicator for every connected device with the blink app.
Adjust these settings to make the blink camera last longer
Motion detection has a big impact on blink camera battery life. Navigate to the settings within the blink app.
Reduce battery consumption by minimizing the live view
Note: strong wifi can also make your battery last longer.
Climate and weather can also influence the blink camera battery performance.
Blink’s initial home security camera models are wireless and powered by long-lasting lithium AA batteries. These reliable cameras offered months of security without the hassle of frequent battery changes. For optimal performance and extended battery life, using high-quality batteries is recommended.
Blink XT2 cameras rely on long-lasting lithium AA batteries for their wire-free operation. These batteries offer several advantages:
The Blink Mini camera takes a different approach to power. It ditches the batteries for a simple micro-USB cable. This means:
The Blink Video Doorbell prioritizes convenience and ease of use, running on long-lasting lithium AA batteries. This translates to:
The ideal tool to remove a Blink doorbell is the included security key. It ensures safe removal and discourages tampering. If lost, you can also use a small flat-head screwdriver.
Blink doorbells are not designed to change batteries while mounted. To ensure proper access and avoid damaging the unit, removing the doorbell using the security key is the recommended approach for battery replacement.
Blink doorbell battery life can vary depending on usage, but with typical activity and the included lithium batteries, you can expect up to two years when paired with a Sync Module or wired for continuous power.
Blink doorbells require two AA lithium batteries for operation.
In most cases, resetting your Blink doorbell after changing the batteries isn’t necessary. The doorbell should automatically resume operation upon detecting new batteries. However, if you experience connectivity issues, try power cycling the doorbell by removing the batteries for a few seconds before reinserting them.
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