How To Connect Blink Doorbell To Echo Show 5

Blink, being an Amazon company, offers a smooth, optimized, and seamless integration with Alexa and other Amazon products like the Echo Show 5, the Blink Doorbell being no exception.

This article will guide you through the process of connecting your Blink Doorbell to Echo Show 5 and provide insights into the compatibility, setup steps, features, and troubleshooting tips.

To connect a Blink Doorbell to an Echo Show 5, first, integrate the Doorbell with Alexa through the Blink SmartHome Skill. You can now access the Blink Doorbell on an Echo Show synced to the same Amazon account. If you have trouble connecting the two devices, power cycling or resetting the associated devices could help.

Is Blink Video Doorbell Compatible with Echo Show?

Yes, the Blink Video Doorbell is compatible with the Echo Show.

The seamless integration between the pair allows you to have complete control over the Doorbell camera using Alexa voice commands.

Blink Doorbell is compatible with an array of Alexa devices. Refer to the table below to see the list of devices.

Alexa Device	Compatible with Blink Doorbell
Echo Show	✅
Echo Show 5	✅
Echo Show 8	✅
Echo Show 10	✅
Echo Spot	✅
Echo Dot (3rd Gen up)	✅
Echo Plus	✅
Echo Studio	✅
Fire TV Stick	✅
Echo (1st and 2nd Gen)	❌
Echo Dot (1st and 2nd Gen)	❌
Echo Tap	❌
Amazon Tap	❌
Amazon Echo Link	❌

How to Sync Blink Video Doorbell with Echo Show 5

Blink cameras have quick and seamless integration with Alexa-enabled devices and Amazon products like Echo Show 5.

All you have to do is link your Blink account with your Amazon Account and enable the respective skill for the device. 

Make sure that your Blink Doorbell camera is completely set up and added to your Blink account.

Ensure that you link your Blink account to the Amazon account that is connected to your Alexa-enabled devices like the Echo Show 5.

By enabling the Blink SmartHome Alexa skill, you can easily control your Blink system using voice commands through Alexa. For this:

1. Navigate to the Blink app on your smartphone or tablet

2. Open Settings.

3. Click on Account and Privacy. 

4. Find and select the Link to Alexa option.

5. Click on the Open Alexa App option on the new screen that appears.

6. Here under the Blink SmartHome page click on Enable to use.

7. On the new page that appears, enter the login credentials to your Account. 

8. Enter the verification code or passcode if prompted.

9. Upon successful verification, you will see a message “Your Blink SmarHome account has been successfully linked”.

10. Click on Close and you will be automatically sent to the Discover Devices page.

11. Once your devices are found, click on the respective devices to set up the devices.

12. Enter a passcode if prompted. 

Now your cameras are ready to be used with your Echo Show 5.

Once the device is set up and the Blink SmartHome skill is enabled, you can easily control and monitor your Blink Doorbell using Alexa Voice commands. 

Using Alexa voice commands, you can use your Echo Show 5 as a security hub to conveniently control and monitor activities seen through the Blink Doorbell camera.

How to Access Blink Live View on Echo Show 5

With your Amazon and Blink accounts linked, and the Blink SmartHome Alexa skill enabled, you can easily watch live video footage from your Blink Doorbell on your Echo Show 5. 

All you have to do is say “Alexa, show me [Blink Doorbell camera name]” and Alexa will automatically show the live footage from the camera on the Echo Show 5.

Why Use Blink Doorbell with Echo Show 5

Integrating your Blink Doorbell with your Echo Show 5 lets you have a complete hands-free home security solution.

You can control, monitor, and even see live updates from your Blink Doorbell camera on your Echo Show 5 all through Alexa's voice commands. 

With that said, here are some of the most useful functions available for Blink on Echo Show:

1. Live View: You can use Alexa voice commands to see live footage from your Blink Video Doorbell on your Echo Show 5 without having to go into the Blink app.
2. Two-way Communication: Since the Blink Video Doorbell supports the two-way communication feature, you can use Alexa voice commands to easily see and talk to people at the doorstep through your Echo Show 5.
3. Instant Notifications: Be it a motion alert or a low battery notification, all these pop up on your Echo Show. You will be constantly updated without even having to lift a finger. 
4. Integration with Routines: You can set up different Routines in the Alexa app for your Echo Show 5 to work in a particular way in coordination with your Blink Doorbell.
5. Alexa Doorbell Press Notifications: You can set up your Echo Show 5 as a chime. You can even configure the way your Echo Show 5 sounds when the Doorbell is pressed.
6. Smart Home Hub: Blink Doorbell is compatible with an array of different devices. You can control and monitor these devices using the Echo Show.

Echo Show provides you with an additional layer of safety enabling you to quickly pull up live feeds, respond to security alerts, and even use the two-way communication feature to respond to people without even having to open the door.

The Table below provides the various Alexa commands with which you can monitor and control your Blink Video Doorbell.

Purpose	Command
Arm/Disarm Doorbell camera	“Alexa, ask Blink to arm [camera name]” or "Alexa, ask Blink to disarm [camera name]”
Live View/Exit Live View	“Alexa, show [camera name]”“Alexa, hide [camera name]”
Two-way Communication	“Alexa, answer [camera name]”“Alexa, talk to [camera name]”
Status	“Alexa, ask Blink to get my current status”“Alexa, ask Blink to get my detailed status”
Schedule	“Alexa, ask Blink to set my schedule {time}”“Alexa, ask Blink what my schedule is”
Motion Clips	“Alexa, ask Blink when the last motion was on [camera name]”
View the last clip on the camera	“Alexa, show me the last activity on [camera name]”

Blink Doorbell not Working on Echo Show 5: How to Fix

Blink devices are some of the most reliable and easy-to-set-up devices out there. That being said, like all modern devices, things are bound to go south sometimes. 

I myself use both the Blink Video Doorbell and the Echo Show 5.

The powerful pair provide an all-around easy and smooth home security experience but the combo does fail to work together once in a while.

But with the fixes we are about to discuss, you can get through most roadblocks that you come across while integrating the two devices with ease: 

Power Cycle the Blink Cam and the Echo Show 5

Power cycling, or in simple terms restarting, your devices every once in a while will help restart the firmware, refresh connections, and help flush out any bugs or glitches in the system. 

Soft resetting/power cycling your device will not erase any saved data or settings from the device.

Power cycling your Echo Show 5 will help provide an overall smooth experience. To power cycle your Echo Show 5:

1. Disconnect your Echo Show from power by unplugging the power cord from the wall socket
2. Wait for a couple of seconds
3. Connect your Echo Show back to power
4. If the device doesn't turn on automatically, press the power button on the top of the device
5. Wait for a few minutes for the device to completely turn on

Once the device restarts, check if you are able to connect and use your Blink Doorbell. 

To power cycle your Blink Video Doorbell:

1. Remove the Blink Doorbell from the mount 
2. Disconnect the Blink Doorbell from the power source or Remove the batteries 
3. Wait for a couple of seconds and plug the device back in or re-add the batteries
4. The Blink Doorbell will restart now

Once the Blink Doorbell restarts, check if you are able to use it with the Echo Show. 

Check for Updates

Newer firmware updates bring in new bug fixes, security enhancements, and help clear any potential issues.

It is necessary that you keep both the Blink app, camera firmware, and Echo Show up-to-date to ensure optimal performance and to ward off issues like Blink authentication failed.

To check for the latest camera firmware:

1. Navigate to the Blink app.
2. Go to Device settings for the camera whose firmware you want to update.
3. Scroll down to see the device firmware version.

To update your Blink app, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Play Store/App Store.
2. Search for the Blink app.
3. Click on Update.
4. Your Blink app will now get updated.

You can check the latest firmware releases for different Blink cameras on the Blink official website. Your cameras should automatically update to this firmware when connected to the network.

To update the Echo Show 5:

1. Ensure that the device is connected to the internet.
2. Swipe down from the top of the screen to access the Settings menu.
3. Click on the Settings option.
4. Scroll down and select the Device options.
5. Select Check for Software Updates.
6. If any updates are available, click on Download and Install now.
7. Wait for the update to finish downloading and installing.

Once the update is installed, restart your device to prevent any software glitches or bugs. Check and see if the Blink Video Doorbell works with the Echo Show 5.

Factory Reset Echo Show 5 and Blink Doorbell

If soft resetting and updating the firmware doesn’t solve the issue, try hard resetting the Blink Doorbell and the Echo Show 5.

Hard resetting your device will erase all saved data and settings. Make sure to backup data and device settings to avoid data loss.

Also, hard resetting the Blink Cam is known to be a commendable fix for issues like the Blink Doorbell blinking red and to remove a Blink Cam registered to another account.

To hard reset the Blink Doorbell:

1. Carefully unplug the Blink Doorbell from the mount.
2. Remove the back plate and press and hold the reset button. 
3. Continue holding the reset button until the indicator light flashes red.
4. Your Blink Doorbell is now reset.

Once your Blink Doorbell is reset, remove the device from your Blink Account and re-add it to your account using the Blink app.

To hard reset the Echo Show 5:

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to access the Settings menu.
2. Click on the Settings option.
3. Scroll down and select the Device options.
4. Scroll down and select the Reset to Factory Defaults option.
5. Click on Reset on the new screen that appears.

Check and see if the Blink Video Doorbell works with the Echo Show 5 now.

Final Thoughts

Connecting your Blink Video Doorbell to your Echo Show 5 is a rather straightforward process that can greatly enhance your home security and convenience. 

If any problems do arise, you can try contacting Blink or Amazon customer care. We are sure they will be able to provide more technical insight and help solve the problem. 

Blink and Amazon both have a very active customer forum where you will be able to find answers to a number of queries and in the process help others solve their queries too. 

Happy Reading!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I use Echo Devices with Blink Video Doorbell?

Yes, Blink Video Doorbell is compatible with Echo devices and other Amazon products too.

Do I need a Blink Sync Module for this setup? 

No, the Blink Video Doorbell does not require a Blink Sync Module to work with Echo Show devices. It connects directly to your Wi-Fi network and the Blink app.

Can I view the Blink Doorbell feed on multiple Echo devices simultaneously? 

Yes, you can view the live feed from your Blink Doorbell on multiple Echo devices that are connected to your Amazon account.

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