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Outdoor Camera Unable to Reconnect, Flashing Blue
Hi folks,
There is a known issue where some Outdoor Cameras may become unresponsive after reconnecting or charging/swapping batteries. You may see the LED flashing blue - indicating that the unit is actively attempting to send data - but it isn't able to send recordings or allow livestreams.
Firmware Update 1.18 contains a partial fix for this issue, and should now be rolled out to most users. You can check your camera’s version in the SimpliSafe® app:
- Tap the Cameras tab
- Tap the ⚙ Gear Icon (top right)
- Select your Outdoor Camera
- Scroll down to the bottom of the settings page
If your camera is showing the symptoms above and is ALREADY on firmware 1.18
You may still need to perform a reset to restore functionality:
- Remove the Camera from your system in the SimpliSafe® app:
- Tap the Cameras tab
- Tap the ⚙ Gear Icon (top right)
- Select your Outdoor Camera
- Scroll to the bottom and select X Remove Camera
- Reset the Camera itself:
- Press and hold the Pairing Button on the back of the camera
- Continue holding until the camera chimes (about 30 seconds)
You may see the LED indicator blinking white, indicating that it’s ready to set up.
- Return to the SimpliSafe® app to reinstall the camera:
- Tap the three-bar ☰ Menu icon on the top left
- Select Add Device or Camera
- Tap Let’s Go
- Scroll down and select Wireless Outdoor Cam
- Follow the instructions on the SimpliSafe® app for setup
If your camera is showing the symptoms above and is NOT on firmware 1.18
We will need to perform further troubleshooting, including possibly replacing your camera. Please contact our Support team and we’ll take care of you.
nealbooth
5 Messages
2 years ago
Hi
I disconnected my outdoor camera, and now can't reconnect.
I just get a flashing blue light, but it's not connected to the base station to record.
I've ran battery down, recharged, held reset button for 30 seconds, but nothing, still the flashing blue light.
Anyone experience this?
Thanks
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mattking79
1 Message
2 years ago
I also have the same issue. I recharged the camera battery, camera would not reconnect, flashing blue light, camera will not reset.
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shamillewharton
1 Message
2 years ago
Same issue. What is the solution?!?
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queenhallie
2 Messages
2 years ago
Same issue here, I have done all the things multiple times...even deleted the camera, just happening on one of my 3 outdoor cameras right now, just waiting for the other two to fail at this point. It happened to my plug in camera, not even on my solar powered ones...yet :(
Please help!!
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davey_d
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2 years ago
@shamillewharton @queenhallie ,
Thanks for checking in. Our engineers continue to work on the solution from our end. From what we know so far, it sounds like a firmware issue, so it can be resolved by a firmware update (so it's also not a hardware failure). We're continuing to report cases such as yours. You may get a call from our engineers to help with the investigation.
Though @queenhallie did you say you've only had trouble with your Indoor Camera? If you have a SimpliCam (which looks like this), then that works very differently from the Wireless Outdoor Camera, and yours might be a different issue entirely.
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dheine
2 Messages
2 years ago
Same issue, second time around. Replacement camera is doing the exact same thing. Really doesn't seem worth the hassle since so many others are having the same issue.
Just wondering if I should sell my system and switch companies. I am too busy to just keep fixing the same issue. My problem is that I'm not a patient person. To me, it's easier to install a new system then "tape and glue" a glitchy system.
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markbaker
1 Message
2 years ago
Brand new system, same issue as everyone else...No wifi connection to Xfinity router.
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chuckpass
1 Message
2 years ago
I am having the "blue light" problem with a camera that stopped responding on the system. I have a second camera that keeps dropping off as well. I followed the troubleshooting procedures twice with the same result. This is the third wireless outdoor camera with issues (they had different problems, both had to be replaced). I am regretting my decision to invest my time and money and this system.
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Theesfeld22
1 Message
2 years ago
Hello,
I seem to be having the same issue as everyone else. 1/4 of my cameras have the blue flashing light but is not displaying any video data in the app or live-streaming. I tried multiple times to hard reset but I keep getting the flashing blue light instead of the flashing white light. Ive tried removing the battery multiple times, allowed it to die and recharge, I also tried deleting the camera from the app but now I can't even get it back on because it won't reset. My garage was broken into and because of the camera not working like it should have I do not have any footage. This is very frustrating.
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tglass1955
1 Message
2 years ago
I have the same issue on the newest of my 6 outdoor camers. This one was purchased Nov, 2022. Blue motion sensor light flashes about every 20 seconds, and kills batteries in a couple of days. I have relocated the camera, performed a soft reset, deleted and reinstalled after a hard reset. Camera does trigger on a motion event, and does record, just flashes and kills the battery when there is no motion event. Camera software version is v1.15.6.391. Please note, my other 5 outdoor cameras, ranging from 5 months to 2 years old, have not given any problems. Hopefully there will be a solution soon.
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kcush
1 Message
2 years ago
I have the same issue with an outdoor camera connected to solar. I tried replacing the battery and it continues to flash blue. When I try to view it from the app the screen is black and it gets stuck on “launching live view”.
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hotandcoldpros
1 Message
2 years ago
Same issue with the camera as everyone else
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accusystemssecurity
1 Message
1 year ago
Same here. One is fine, the other blinks blue. Actually noticed this as I was going into the account to buy more. Guess we'll skip that for now.
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AndreaY
1 Message
1 year ago
I'm having the same issue. Blinking Blue light, can't reinstall the camera. Held the button in for 30+ seconds with battery installed.
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coralnewton94
2 Messages
1 year ago
What is the solution?
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