Blink Video Doorbell WIRED Install and Setup!
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- čas přidán 17. 12. 2021
- We will walk you through how to replace your old doorbell by adding your blink doorbell to your system as well as hardwire the doorbell to the existing wiring from the old doorbells existing line. Also we installed the corner, or wedge, so we get a better view of the door. This will allow the blink system to work, but also will have your old door bell ring as well.
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Straight to the point; direct, clear, and detailed instructions, no super corny unnecessary jokes, and best of all no aggravating music. 👍🏾 👍🏾
Thank you!
Very clear and informative information.. covered every point so well that anyone can take a chance to install this doorbell with a camera. Great job👍🏽
Thank you! Glad we could help!
I just bought a blink doorbell for my new house. I'm definitely not an electrical person, so I stray away from all electrical work if at all possible, but you made it seem easy enough that I'm going to attempt it this weekend. Thank you for the tutorial!
It’s not to tough of a project, I’m confident you’ll be able to tackle it yourself!
Yeah, go for it! I did the next day, and it was definitely easy after watching this and knowing it can’t shock you)
Great video!! Straight to the point, everything is clear and you didn’t waste my time. Thank you!!
Glad you found it helpful!
I agree. You get straight to the point and not wasting any time.
Thanks for getting to the point and not rambling as others do. Really appreciate this video. We already installed a floodlight version and a regular Camara. So far this really is the best and cheapest home security we found with good contrast.
Great to hear!
Thank you for making the installation of my Blink the easiest ever. I liked the way you explained each step straight to the point!! Thanks again!!!
Glad we could help!
Great video Thanks for sharing!
Great video,super easy install 💪
Glad you found it helpful!
Very helpful. Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome, the little tips help a lot, thanks.
Happy to help!
Thank you so much for your clear instructions. No one told me I needed to purchase a mount (separately) because I had attached my doorbell to an existing line. I have been trying for two weeks to figure out what I was doing wrong.
So glad you found this helpful and thank you for watching and supporting us!
Wait. So the mount isn't included???
@@TheCoolSpot I was looking for that in my box and I don't see it
@@blaxicandansa it is. I asked before I looked in mine 😅
Attaching the doorbell to the mount is a little difficult but once it locks into place it seems extremely sturdy. czcams.com/users/postUgkxxHZwMa8CsRjYhf9s4W8w0Dwm47uytWOp I replaced my regular doorbell with this and hard wired it in, using my existing wires and mechanical chime. It works perfect so far and integrates perfectly with my blink camera system. It also works seamlessly with Alexa
Totally agree! Great knowing when packages arrive and who is at the door!
Thank you so much! This really helped me!
Glad it helped!
Great tutorial, thanks.
Glad you found it helpful!
Thanks for the simple video without all the normal BS.
Your welcome! Thanks for watching!
Very through video. Installing my doorbell today.
Thank you! Hope it went well
Thank you so much! God bless you!
Thank you glad you liked it
Thank you, was very helpful
Glad it helped!
Great video! Thank you!!!
Glad you liked it!
Thanks for the help buddy
Glad too!
Thanks man I appreciate you ☺️
Glad we could help
Nice “click” sound effect at the end there!
You couldn’t even tell that was a sound effect lol 😂
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Thank you you answered my questions
Glad you found this helpful!
Man thanks a bunch for this video, I'm about to hard wire mines, I hate reading instructions, I'd just rather watch a quick video and then knock it out lol.. Your video is exactly what I was looking for! Much Appreciated 🙌
So glad you found it helpful, can't wait to hear how your install goes!
@@BusyBeeLiving man it went like a breeze lol, I just did exactly what you did and I'm now up and rolling smoothly... Thanks Again & Happy Holidays 😁
That’s awesome! Happy holidays to you as well!
Does it matter which way around you install the existing chime wires to the doorbell? All the videos seem to imply it doesn't matter but just wanted to ensure.
@@mofaz3475 no it doesn't matter, it'll work either way👍
Perfecto 👌 knocked it out in 10mins with this video!
Awesome!
I appreciate the video it really helped!
Glad we could help!
@@BusyBeeLiving We installed the doorbell and some cameras yesterday. do you find this system to be worth the service $?
Good video. Thank you
Glad you liked it!
Useful video, wish I could've seen the doorbell actually ring the in-home chime.
You can hear it in the background when I ring it. I wish I would have had the outside chime turnoff when I shot that but was still learning the ins and outs of the new system.
Thank You!
Glad you found it helpful!
Thank you !!
Glad we could help
One thing all the tutorials online seem to miss out is the door bell still requires 2 AA batteries even when it's hard wired. The battery will need to be changed every 2 months depending on use, unless you use a module. Seems pointless hardwiring it imo. It becomes unresponsive when the batteries need changing
Yes, I was disappointed when I myself found out that the hardwire did not replace the need for batteries, but I do like that it still makes the old doorbell chime sound when rung. As for the battery life, at the time of this reply, I have not yet needed to change the batteries and the system is never turned off. And trust me, with all those ulta deliveries it gets a lot of use lol.
Ok thank. This is the answer I was looking for. I was hoping I didn’t need to be changing batteries. Pointless
I thought hardwiring would eliminate the need for batteries... thanks for the info
What do you mean by "use a module"?
Does this require rechargeable batteries? What a PITA and extra expense, other manufacturers hard wired doesn’t need batteries
Thanks,I will try to do mine from your video.
Go for it!
@@BusyBeeLiving Thanks
Is there a way to set a schedule of when the indoor wired chime rings and when it only rings to a phone? Thinking of sleeping children being woken up by indoor chime.
Awesome thanks should make this a breeze!!
Thanks! Hope your install went smooth!
Wish there was more detail regarding the voltage
Dude Where's my Doorbell?
Thanks for the info.
I've unboxed mine today and it's set up with my blink system. I just need to drill the holes and it's all good 👍
Awesome! Glad you found the video helpful and thanks for watching.
This was great, but I really wanted to see how you installed the wires.
Without existing wires it’s going to be a tricky process running them through your walls and to a chime box as well as the electrical panel.
Great video! By chance any idea how to get this wedge and any other modules to install this doorbell? I'm lost when it comes to tech stuff.
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What is the piece called the wires go in to I think I've misplaced that part so need to re order that part
I know the camera on this item is wide angle but when I install the doorbell, what is the lowest height I could afford for the camera lens while still be able to see people's face?
Could I have been smart enuf to verify these instructions, I'd have found them lacking. We've now a doorbell that's wired but not ringing the indoor chime or taking as good as or better pics/videos than Ring's. Nice guy with good intentions, and people skills and I'll come to his site again the next time I need help.
Hi!. When Ring doorbells are installed the power to the bell is disconnected by bypassing the original house bell circuit when the two wires are joined. Then having installed the Ring system, the old house bell box doesn't ring. I wonder if you looked at this and joined the relevant wires as they were originally, maybe the old bell would work again. With the Ring system a separate chime box is said to be required.The two different designs are different. :-)
That's great video, detailed and easy to follow. Do you to remove the battery if it's wired? Thanks
No the batteries are still required to run the doorbell
@@BusyBeeLiving The doorbell is run by the wires from the house ..... The question does it need batteries to run the camera and communication to the indoor unit?
Thanks for the video. The link you included was to a wedge. Do you have the link to the corner mount that you used in the video. I can't find the plate that you attached the wires to.
That plate comes with the doorbell itself, but the new style that has come out is a little different. If you have that one, we do have a video showing the install of it (called the 3 hole plate)
what do I do if I have 4 wires in my old doorbell - red, green, yellow, and black?
Great video but my blink doorbell has only 2 parts. A plate to screw to the wall which you connect the 2 wires too and the front doorbell. Maybe blink have already changed the model type? I didn’t know which wire connected to which screw. Red or white wire. Left or right? Update - followed the steps on my phone and it's installed. The video quality from the doorbell is amazing! the sound too! Love it!
The corner plate is an add on that you can get to help with the camera angle. If you don’t need it just mount the plate you have in the same matter. As for the wires the can be placed on either screw and it won’t mess up your install. Thanks for watching and your support!
@@BusyBeeLiving Thank you! 👍
great
Thanks!
after i assembled finish like this video but my new bell doesn't work,i didn't know why??
the Blink doorbell does not chime in my house fron the old regualr doorbell?
Very informative video. Well done. May I ask, if I have connected to the existing mechanical chime, will the other connected Echo Dot speakers still ring?
Yes, absolutely. Great question!
@@BusyBeeLiving Thank you!
Did you turn the power off to the doorbell before wiring?
When I scan the QR code is says device already registered? Which it is. Any ideas
Great video! Thank you so much! Am thinking of putting one on my mom's house, since I already have other Blink cameras there. How often do you replace the batteries?
The batteries have held up well. I believe I’ve never changed the batteries since installing this unit (possibly changed once). It’s continually running, but just recently the doorbell itself crashed and they needed to send me a new one out.
@@BusyBeeLiving Thanks so much for the information. That is very good to know! 😊
is there a part 2 because yu didnt show any video
I think the batteries operate the camera and the wires only operate the inside doorbell. I have another brand doorbell and you cannot use a electronic door bell with it because it only operates mechanical doorbells due to the wires power coming from a transformer and my doorbell always has a buzz to it because the wires ate suppling power to run the doorbell button outside.
Yes, the blink doorbell also requires the power to be 16-24 VAC source. That's a bummer that yours makes a continuous buzzing sound, what brand is it?
If you are wired in, do you have control on how you want the indoor chime? Echo only, Mechanical only, or both? I can see myself wanting to adjust where I receive the chime, if possible
Yes, I turned off my outdoor chime and only have the old existing chime as well as the Alexa devices working.
Doing this doesn't replace the need of using batteries, correct?
Thank you so much for your time!
Yes that is correct.
Hi and thx. Is it possible to combine the wierd chime and Alexa echo dots Ringing at the same Time ?
Yes, mine rings the existing doorbell chime and my echo dots announce that someone is at the door.
What if the tranformed isn't compatible?
I am not supposed to flip the electrical off?
Great video! Now, the wired system is to use the doorbell but without batteries you get no video correct?
That’s correct. The wiring will just allow the existing chime to work, but the system will not work without the batteries.
Hi. Thanks for your video, I tried to connect blink with my existing home chime. And follow all the steps but the chime doesn’t make any sound. I tried with the app and before the blink my chime works really well. I need to purchase anything for make this work ? Thanks
Could be something as simple as adjusting the volume on the app or your old doorbell might not have run with a 16-24 VAC
@@BusyBeeLiving how to do if chime not running 16-24v, pls advice. Thanks very muchb
Does the doorbell by itself not come with any type of bracket on the back of it or is that wedge bracket necessary to mount the doorbell camera?
It comes with a flat mount, if you want it mounted on an angle you will need to purchase the extra mount
Will the angled bracket work with the 3 hole plate? Mine came with the 3 hole plate but the holes are more spread out than my original doorbell so it's too big and I don't want to drill any new holes. The angled bracket looks like it has the slots to fit my doorbell so I'm thinking of trying it and returning it if it doesn't work.
Yes, in fact we just dropped a new video showing the install of the new design!
do i need to purchase the sync module for the blink door bell to work? or can i just use the doorbell if connected to wires?
According to Amazon, the sync module is not required, but this will limit the doorbells abilities and shorten its battery life. I have also read that people trying to set up the doorbell without a sync module ran into difficulty with the install and the unit.
Tal vez sepas que parlante puedo adaptar al timbre para que suena más ??buen día
debería funcionar con cualquier timbre de timbre existente o podría usar sus dispositivos alexa
Question: Why did you choose to set up a separate system and not include the doorbell with your other cameras? I just want to know the thought process. thanks.
Just to make it easier to follow for the video, but I will say it’s nice to have them separate so I can shut off the house cameras and still have the doorbell active will a simple click
@@BusyBeeLiving if you do two system setup, do you need two sync modules? Or can you still have just the one sync module from your pre existing camera system? Also, if running a separate system, do you have to pay for another subscription?
Do you need to do main power off before doing setup for your wire and taken off an existing old door bell
Yep, must disarm your whole system too.
mines doesn’t ring inside of house when pressing
Is that easy to take off the camera module from the base (back cover)? In my area, someone will take it for sure.
You need to use the small tool that came with it to release it from the base plate, so its not like it comes right off without a little convincing. I remove it from the plate with the tool in the "doorbell offline" video we posted, if you would like to see how its done. If someone does try to take it they'll be on camera for a good bit 🤷. Good Question.
Lol, at least they will be on camera trying to steal it
Do I still need the to install the AA batteries in my Blink doorbell if is going to be wire?
Batteries are still required even if the device is wired in order for it to operate
Hey! Great video. I just wondered, 6 months later, how did the battery hold up? And do you know if having it hard-wired made any difference? Thanks!
The door bell did need to be reset once but the battery has held up so far and we never turn that off. As for being wired I don’t think that it gives any extension to the battery life but it is nice having the old chime work.
@@BusyBeeLiving oh, the wire is for audio only and does not provide power. I was hoping that it feeds the power to the doorbell, too.
@@JJ.ANDERSEN.201 the blink is a good doorbell except for the replacement of batteries. It for that reason I returned mine. I need a system which allows the doorbell to run on electric
I found a way to eliminate the batteries completely. czcams.com/video/Di7x9bPjGgo/video.html
Do you have to have a sync module AND hardwire it to be able to see live view? Or can you do one or the other? I do not have it hardwired or a sync module, just AA batteries and i am unable to see live view on it . I'm not sure if you need both wired and a sync module to do live view
It does not need to be hardwired, but I do believe the sync module is needed for the live view. I already had the module from previous cameras.
Don’t know if you will see my comment since this is an older video but for best viewing how high should you mount the doorbell? Thanks
Mine measured from the top of the camera just shy of 4 feet
Do you need the sync box if you are hard wiring?
From what I have been told, the doorbell will work on its own without the sync module.
Quote "Thank you for asking about our new Blink Video Doorbell! No, a Sync Module is not required. The Blink Video Doorbell can manage its own system, but when installed with a connected Sync Module, Doorbell battery life is improved and advanced features are available."
Does wiring it allow you to watch a live feed anytime? What is the purpose of the sync module?
The wiring is just for the existing doorbell chime to continue to work. The sync module allows for more features on the device.
I found using qr on those type of devices has been relatively responsive lately. Thank you. Are you using iphone for set up?
Yes, I downloaded both the Alexa app and blink app for the set up. If you need more instruction on that check out our video on the blink camera setup and it will walk you through it.
Do I need to keep the battery inserted even I choose to wired install?
Yes batteries are still required even if the system is wired
If you install your Blink to an already wired doorbell system when someone press the button you have two sounds 1 from the Doorbell itself and 2nd one from the chime box inside house. Can you stop 1st sound from t eh doorbell? If so how do you do it?
Yes, in the blink app under the doorbell settings, you can lower the ringer volume to zero and it will no longer ring outside but will still activate the indoor chime.
Can I use the blink door bell just with the screws instead of having it wired. Also can it connect to my own internet.
Yes the doorbell can be installed with just using the batteries and not wiring. The blink door bell system itself needs to connect to your wifi in order to work though.
Does the doorbell need its own sync module? Or can you add it to an existing blink system already using a sync module? I ordered the 5 cam system and separate doorbell on prime day this week. Figured all I would need is the sync module that comes with the camera system.
You can use just the one module for the setup you have. That’s the exact same as mine, I just have it split up on the app.
@@BusyBeeLiving awesome! Thank you for responding!
@@BigBadJohnDiesel glad to do so! Thanks for supporting the channel!
How do I make the blue light around the burton to light up and stay on???
I was digging through the app and haven't found anything to set this. I'm currently looking into it and will get back with you.
@@BusyBeeLiving Ethan you so much... I wanted to ask you if do you know if is posible to hardwired??? I been hardwired different kind of devices but I never tried to do.it with this device.
Can you connect this device on your echo? So you can see it like a camera?
Yes, I made a video on how to connect these to your echo show and this will show you the steps to have it added into your devices.
Super late to this , is that a mount for corner use ?? I need to know because I have a blink but not enough room to install
Yes, that is the angle mount that is used for offset corners. Link in the description.
Does the power to doorbell need to be turned off when handling the door bell wires ?
According to the instructions, yes.
I am switching to Blink from another video doorbell. It had a device that I had to wire into my existing doorbell to prevent it from constantly buzzing. When I hooked it up without that, the bell buzzed constantly as the video doorbell actually completed the circuit somewhat and let electricity through to my existing mechanical chime. Will I have that problem with the Blink?
I have not had this issue with the blink system and per comments so far no one else has. If you do please share. Thank you.
@@BusyBeeLiving Thanks! I have the doorbell camera installed. Haven't hooked the chime up yet, but it works with my Echo Dots.
The manual says it needs 16v AC, but mine is 12v AC. I hooked it up anyway, and the power analysis said it was okay!
How do you change the name of the camera so that the announcement on Alexa says the correct name? I have Blink Mini and a new Blink doorbell, both refuse to be renamed. I had originally named the Mini "Basement Camera", but then I decided to move it to the garage, so I went to the app and changed the name to " Garage ", and in the app, it renamed it, but Alexa still tells me, " Motion detected on the Basement Camera ", and I can't change it. I even made sure it was changed on the Alexa app. No joy.
Now, same thing the doorbell. It says " Someone is at the Front door (very long serial number) " , which is very annoying. Can't change it.
I'm thinking of running a power cord with USB throught a wall splitting the wire run it throught the wall to the door bell outside plug in and boom will that work?
Not sure, I just have mine running on the battery and it’s life span seems to be pretty good.
Hello sir,I don't have a doorbell fitted on my house can you wire the blink door bell without the batteries fitted .so if receives it's power from the transformer I have bought?Many thanks from the UK
Everything that I have seen shows that batteries are required to run the doorbell
@@BusyBeeLiving Hello thankyou for your reply.I found AIEVE battery eliminator on Amazon. Supplies 3v so no more batteries. Thought you might like to tell your supporters.Cheers from UK
Does it matter where the wire (by color) is placed on the Blink doorbell?
No, with doorbells either wire can be placed on either side
If I wire it, does it still need the batteries? Or does it use the continuous power supply from the wires?
Batteries are still required even when the doorbell is hardwired. Although, they say that using the module and hardwiring it helps with battery life, but the hardwiring is mainly for the existing chime to work.
@@BusyBeeLiving I was wondering why it wasn't working when I took the batteries out after hardwiring it. I'm usually out of town for 6+ months at a time. Do you know how long the batteries last when its hardwired?
Hi, I cannot make it work with my existing wired doorbell chime. Then I cross both wires, the chime rings just fine, but after connecting the wires to the blink doorbell and setting it up on the app along with the chime settings, still does not work. I have tried selecting mechanical or digital and still does not work. Could it be the transformer is not compatible? I have a Commax wired doorbell which does not have a separate transformer I can switch. Thanks for your help!
I am having the same issue...looking for some assistance too!
Unfortunately, I am unfamiliar with the commax phone door systems
Question: does setting it up as a different device on a "new system" instead of the existing home system make it so it doesnt also send a notification to your phone or tablet when someone rings the bell? I was going to hardwire so my mechanical chime still rings, but was hoping it would ring the chime and also notify our phones.
It still will as long as you have that setup in the Alexa app. Having it on a separate system though allows you to turn off all the other cameras, say like when you are cutting the lawn, while keeping the doorbell active. Has been a huge benefit
@@BusyBeeLiving Thank you for the video and reply. I was able to get this wired and set up for my parents in 20 minutes so they can still use their obnoxiously loud mechanical bell. I really appreciate the easy to follow video, well done 👍
If you're going to hardwire it to the main doorbell system, does it still require the batteries?
Yes but the battery will last longer.
Yes
How do you connect straight to your Internet connection not WiFi? Is this possible?
No needs a WiFi connection
Can i see a live view 24/7 ? Or is it only within 60 seconds of when someone pressed the doorbell?
You can access the live view anytime through the blink app or asking your Alexa devices and it will also activate whenever someone rings the bell. Hope this answered your question, and thanks for watching!
@@BusyBeeLiving sorry for the questions. It seems as if i can only access it live the moment someone rings my bell. But it i would like to just check to see if anyones outside through the camera i can’t . How can i fix that ?
Never apologize for asking questions, this is what helps people solve the problems in the future, so thank you for asking! If you go into your blink app and go to the icon screen of the doorbell there is a little icon in the bottom left corner (shaped like a video recorder). Hit that and it will take you to the live feed of the camera.
@@BusyBeeLiving seems like i don’t have that camera icon
Hi, my doorbell is Deta C3504, when i follow your steps , it's not work with the chime , not sure is the voltage problem , thanks !
I am sorry but I do not know 🤷♂️
@@BusyBeeLiving never mind , thank you ! 🙏
I can't hear the doorbell ring inside my house. If you push the button, it makes the doorbell sound outside, but you cannot hear that inside. It's not hard wired, it battery operated. It gives the same notification as motion caught by the camera. I'm not liking it because I never know when someone is at my door. Any suggestions?
Only way to make it chine the old door bell ring is to hardwire it. If yours is not hardwire you can go into your Alexa settings and have your echo dot or shows notify you when someone is at the door.
@@BusyBeeLiving thank you for the help. I'll try that.
I have existing blink cameras , and just bought the blink door bell would I select the home system option or new system option ?
You can add it to existing or make a new. I did a new “system” in the video but it used the same module. This way I can disarm the house system and leave the doorbell on much easier.
How do I know where the camera is pointing before drilling?
Just hold the camera in place where you would like it and use the live camera feature on the app on the phone giving you a preview of what it will look like.
Hi, should I download the Blink app first OR install the doorbell first>
Yes, I would download the app first and then you can add the camera to the system.
Yeah I only have 2 pieces! I don’t have that plate. I got the white off of Amazon Feb 10 2022? I’m confused.
The corner wedge is sold separately, link in the description for it. You can just install the plate to the wall without the wedge as well.