Tiffany Haney
The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount is an accessory that adds remote pan-and-tilt functionality to the Blink Mini camera, allowing for a 360-degree view. The mount is designed to be used on horizontal surfaces such as tables, shelves, or counters, and can also be attached to walls and ceilings using a third-party mounting accessory. The installation process involves unplugging the Mini camera, connecting the mount's Micro USB cable to the camera, and then plugging the mount and camera into a power source. Once power is restored, the app will notify you that the camera has been updated to include the Pan-Tilt Mount, and the mount will automatically calibrate.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Blink Mini Gen 1 |
| Motion Range | 350 degrees left and right, 125 degrees up and down |
| Mounting Options | Horizontal surfaces (table, shelf, counter), walls, ceilings |
| Motorized | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes, via the Blink app |
| Power Source | Power cord from the Mini camera |
| Calibration | Automatic |
| Default Position | 180-degree pan position from the USB port, 90-degree tilt position from the base |
| Warranty | 1 year (2 years for EU/UK) |
| Price | $30 |
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What You'll Learn
Compatibility: Blink Mini Gen 1 only
The Blink Pan-Tilt Mount is designed to work exclusively with Blink Mini Gen 1 and is incompatible with Mini 2. It is a motorized mount that can be controlled remotely using the controls in the camera's Live View player in the Blink app. The mount can move 350 degrees left and right and 125 degrees up and down, providing a 360-degree view when attached to the Blink Mini Gen 1 camera.
The Pan-Tilt Mount is designed to be mounted on horizontal surfaces such as a table, shelf, or counter. It can also be attached to walls and ceilings using a built-in 1/4 inch threaded screw hole in the base, but this requires a third-party mounting accessory (not included).
To install the Pan-Tilt Mount with your existing Blink Mini Gen 1 camera, first unplug the Mini and disconnect it from its base by pulling it up off the stem. Then, connect the Micro USB cable from the mount to the back of the Blink Mini camera. The mount uses the power cord from the Mini camera, and power is supplied through a short USB cable from the Pan-Tilt mount, which is inserted into the Mini's power port.
Once power is restored to the mount and camera, the app will notify you that the indoor Mini camera has been updated to include the Pan-Tilt Mount. The mount will then automatically calibrate, moving and rotating to ensure everything works correctly and has enough space.
It is important to note that the Pan-Tilt Mount does not work with Alexa commands, and certain popular features supported by pan-and-tilt cameras are not available with this mount.
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Setup: Unplug Mini, disconnect from base, connect Micro USB cable to mount
To set up the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount, start by unplugging your Mini camera and disconnecting it from its base. This step requires a slight bit of force—simply pull the camera up off the stem.
Next, connect the Micro USB cable from the mount to the power port at the back of the Blink Mini camera. The mount is designed to use the power cord from your Mini camera, so you won't need batteries.
After connecting the Micro USB cable, plug the other end of the cable into the power supply and then plug the power supply into your wall outlet. Power is then supplied through a short USB cable from the Pan-Tilt Mount, which you insert into the Mini power port.
Note that the Pan-Tilt Mount does not come with a new USB cable and power adapter. You will need to use the USB cable and power adapter from your existing Mini camera to power the mount.
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Mounting: Horizontal surfaces, walls, ceilings
The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount can be mounted on horizontal surfaces, walls, and ceilings using a third-party mounting accessory. The mount has a built-in 1/4-inch threaded screw hole in its base that can be used for this purpose. When using a third-party mounting accessory, refer to the manufacturer's instructions for assembling the mount and attaching the device.
To install the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount, first, unplug the Mini camera and disconnect it from its base by pulling it up off the stem. Then, connect the Micro USB cable from the mount to the back of the Blink Mini camera. The power cord from the Mini camera can be used to power the mount, with a short USB cable from the mount inserted into the Mini power port.
Once power is restored, the app will notify you that the indoor Mini camera has been updated to include the Pan-Tilt Mount. The mount will then automatically calibrate, moving and rotating the stem to ensure everything works correctly and has enough space. If the app doesn't update, close and restart it.
After mounting, go back to the Blink Mini's settings to update or flip the video feed if necessary. The "Flip Video" button in the Mini Camera settings can be used to invert the camera view if the mount is installed on a ceiling.
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Calibration: Automatic, manual option in Blink App
Calibration is an essential process to ensure the accuracy of your Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount's movements and optimal device performance. The calibration process can be completed automatically by the mount during the initial setup or after a power loss.
The mount will move and rotate the stem to ensure everything functions correctly and has sufficient space to perform its full range of motion. If the mount does not calibrate automatically, you can initiate the calibration process manually from within the Blink App.
To manually calibrate, access the Live View or settings of the Blink App. Here, you will find options to adjust the mount's movements and performance. You can also update the default home-viewing position for the camera. The default position is the position to which the mount will return when the 'home' button is tapped during Live View.
If you encounter any issues with the mount's movement, you can recalibrate it to ensure smooth and accurate operation. Additionally, if you have mounted the camera on a ceiling, remember to invert the camera view using the "Flip Video" button in the Mini Camera settings. This will ensure that the Pan-Tilt Mount controls are adjusted accordingly.
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Controls: Live View, horizontal/vertical motion, single tap/tap-and-hold
The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount provides 360-degree viewing with a 350-degree horizontal range of motion and 125 degrees of vertical movement. It is made to work exclusively with Blink Mini Gen 1 and is not compatible with Mini 2.
To control the camera's motion, you can use the Blink app. From the Live View, you can perform a room sweep by selecting the 360 Pan option in the More Actions menu. This will automatically provide you with a full 360-degree view of your room by panning right, left, and back to its starting position. If your camera is mounted on the ceiling, you can invert the Pan-Tilt controls by enabling Flip Video within the Video and Photo settings screen.
You can also set Activity Zones to mask off certain regions and prevent motion alerts. This can be helpful in reducing excessive motion clips or false alerts. When setting Activity Zones, the inactive zones will remain the same as the camera view changes.
To set up the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount, follow these steps:
- Unplug the USB cable from your existing Mini camera and uninstall it from its base.
- Connect the micro-USB connector cable from the Pan-Tilt Mount into the back of your Mini camera, ensuring the flat side of the USB cord faces downward and the rounded side faces upward.
- Snap your Mini camera onto the Pan-Tilt Mount, aligning the micro-USB ports on both devices. Hold the Mount steadily in place while snapping on the camera.
- Plug in the micro-USB cable that came with your Mini camera into the Pan-Tilt Mount.
- Open the Blink app and tap the + icon in the top right corner of the Home screen.
- Tap the Blink Mini camera on the Add Device screen.
- Scan the QR code or enter the number manually when prompted.
- Select Next and wait for the blinking blue light pattern on your Mini camera.
- Tap Join and choose your WiFi network. Ensure you select the same network as your other Blink devices.
- Once your Mini camera has been added, tap Done to complete the setup.
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Frequently asked questions
The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount is an accessory that can be added to the Blink Mini Gen 1 camera to enable remote pan-and-tilt functionality.
First, unplug the Mini camera and disconnect it from its base. Then, connect the Micro USB cable from the mount to the back of the camera. Once power is restored, the app will notify you of the update, and the mount will automatically calibrate.
You can control the mount via the Blink Home Monitor app. In the app, you will see a directional pad with arrows that move the camera incrementally in the desired direction. Long-pressing an arrow will move the camera continuously until you release the button or it reaches the limit of its rotation.
Yes, the Blink Mini camera can be mounted on a wall or ceiling using a third-party mounting accessory (not included). You will need to use the built-in 1/4 inch threaded screw hole in the base of the mount to attach it to the wall or ceiling. If you mount the camera on a ceiling, you will need to invert the camera view using the "Flip Video" button in the Mini Camera settings.
No, the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount is not compatible with the Mini 2 camera. It is designed to work exclusively with the Blink Mini Gen 1 camera.
