CamDo 180199 User manual

CamDo Time Lapse System MANUAL
1. Introduction
This manual describes how to get started with your CamDo Blink Time Lapse Controller for your GoPro HERO4 or HERO3+
Black camera (NOTE: HERO3+ Silver cameras may work but are not officially supported by CamDo due to the general
unreliability of the HERO3+ Silver cameras as they get older). Blink is a low power, WiFi enabled GoPro time lapse and
scheduler accessory that unlocks the full potential of the GoPro camera. Blink allows users to control when and how the
camera will trigger based on a daily schedule, motion detection, or other custom made triggers. Configuration is
handled through an easy-to-use web interface via a smartphone, tablet or laptop. Read our Quick Start Guide to get
started and this more detailed User Manual for further details. You can also view helpful instructional videos inthe
“Support” section.
2. What’s included
A. CamDo Blink
B. Wired Remote
C. USB OTG Cable (for future updates)
D. X-Band Motion Detector (optional purchase)

3. Blink Overview

1. miniUSB: Blink's USB interface is used for firmware updates (See section Updating Blink for more information). See Section
5. Powering Blink for available power configurations.
2. LED: This provides feedback to the user during operation, as well as for firmware updates. See section LED Status
Indicator for an explanation of the different LED indicators.
3. Port 1 (2.5mm stereo audio): This port accepts the Wired Remote or other custom trigger. The Wired Remote is used to
turn Bink's WiFi On/Off, as well as provide LED feedback during operation.
4. Port 2 (3.5mm stereo audio):This port is used for Motion Detector Schedules and can be used with our X-Band Motion
Detector accessory, or another 5V trigger signal such as a PIR sensor.(See section Motion Detection for more
information). *Do not connect anything other than the motion detector cable into this input!*
4. LED Status Indicator

Blink is equipped with an RGB LED which provides the user with a full range of feedback. Below is a list of each LED flash
type and what they represent.
Blue flashes continuously every 5 seconds: Represents that WiFi is on and the user is able to connect to the Blink Wireless
Access Point (AP). After 15 minutes, WiFi automatically turns off to conserve power.
Cyan flashes twice: WiFi turned off.
Cyan flashes three times: WiFi turned on.
Red flashes once: Error writing schedules to internal storage. Remove power and try again. If red blinks continue to occur,
please contact CamDo customer support.
Red flashes twice: WiFi error. Remove power and try again. If red blinks continue to occur, please contact CamDo
customer support.
During the firmware update, the LED will follow the pattern below
Magenta flashes continuously every 0.25 seconds: Firmware from the USB flash drive is transferring to Blink storage.
Green flashes twice: Firmware successfully stored.
Magenta flashes continuously every 0.25 seconds: Firmware from internal Blink storage is installing.
Green flashes three times: Firmware successfully installed.
Red flash: Any number of red blinks indicates an error has occurred. Remove power and try again. If red blinks continue
to occur during the firmware update process, please contact CamDo customer support.
5. Powering Blink
Blink will need to be powered differently depending on the model revision and camera you are using
5.1 HERO4 with Blink (Black Case)

If you have a Blink with a black case, you can choose the following power options:
Remove the internal GoPro battery and plug Blink into the camera. Then plug your USB power cable into Blink. Blink's USB
port does not charge the GoPro battery. If the GoPro battery is removed and the camera is powered through Blink's USB
port, it allows for Blink to reset the GoPro if Blink detects that the camera has become unresponsive. If recording 4k video,
your power supply should be able to supply at least 2Amps at 5Volts when connected in this method.
Keep the internal GoPro battery in the camera and plug Blink into the camera. Then plug your USB power cable into the
GoPro Camera's USB port to keep the GoPro battery charged.
5.2 HERO4 with Blink (White Case)