How to Reset Eufy Camera?
You can troubleshoot the Eufy camera using several ways, and the reset is among them. However, it should be one’s last resort, as the reset restores the factory default settings of the camera. Before performing the Eufy camera reset you need to try the other troubleshooting methods as well. When none of the methods works, you can reset Eufy floodlight to fix the issues, as these issues can be internal.
If you are facing the Eufy camera offline issue, in this blog, we’ll discuss the troubleshooting methods. We’ll also explain the process for the Eufy camera reset.
Why Do I Need to Reset my Eufy Camera?
You need to reset Eufy floodlight camera when you are facing a persisting issue. When no other troubleshooting method works, there’s a high chance for the reset to fix the issue. You can reset the Eufy camera through the Sync button, the procedure is as follows:
- Firstly, locate the ‘Sync’ button on the camera.
- Now, you need to press the ‘Sync’ button.
- After 10 seconds, when you hear two beeps, release the button.
- The Eufy camera reset process is successful.
Now, you can reconfigure the camera, as the default settings are back. The issues you were experiencing earlier should be gone as well.
Why Can’t I Reset Eufy Camera?
Before the reset Eufy floodlight camera procedure, you need to unplug the device, remove it from the app and then proceed with the reset. If you are unable to reset the camera, you can try this method.
How Do I Get my Eufy Camera Back Online?
When you are facing the Eufy camera offline issue, you need to try the other troubleshooting methods as well before resetting the camera. As there could be some issues that the reset will not solve and the issue will persist even after the reset. You can try the following methods to troubleshoot the camera:
Check the Power Source
- For the camera to work efficiently, it requires a stable source of power.
- If your camera is battery powered then check if it requires a new battery or a charge.
- The outdoor Eufy cameras do not have batteries. They require a constant source of power.
- Ensure the electrical outlets are working accurately and haven’t been tampered.
Check the Camera’s On
- You need to ensure that the camera’s switch is on.
- All you need to do is press and release the ‘Sync’ button on the camera.
- If the LED light on the camera is off, then you need to turn it on from the settings.
- You can also try restarting the camera if it still doesn’t work.
Move it Closer to the HomeBase
- If you have changed the camera’s location, then ensure it is closer to the Homebase.
- The camera cannot work without the Homebase.
- The Eufy cameras also require a constant Wi-Fi connection.
- Ensure that the camera is inside the range of the Wi-Fi.
Remove the Camera from the App
- You can try removing the camera from the app and then adding it again.
- After that, you can try resyncing it again to the Homebase.
- This should fix the issue.
These are some other methods you can try before the Eufy camera reset. If none of these methods are working then you can reset the camera to the default settings.
How to Reconfigure the Camera After Reset?
After the reset, you will have to resync the camera again and add it to the Homebase. You can do it by following the steps below:
- Initially, you need to charge the Eufy camera and then using a network cable, connect the camera and the Homebase.
- Ensure the Homebase is powered on. Now, you need to install the Eufy Security app.
- After installing the app, you can log into the account and set it up.
- Now, in the app, you need to add the Homebase to the app.
- Thereafter, you need to press the ‘Sync’ button on the camera.
- When you receive an alert from the Homebase about the setup, tap on ‘Next’ on the app, and the app will connect to the Homebase.
- At last, you can add the camera and configure the settings accordingly.
This is how you can set up the camera again and resync it with the Homebase.
This is everything you need to know about the Eufy camera reset. If there’s any issue you are facing with your camera, reach out to our team right now for an instant solution.