Local backup (SD card):. You can install an SD card in the DataLens device. Images are saved directly to the SD card as they are captured. This allows you to access and download images locally if needed. Cloud upload with failover:. DataLens uploads

<h3 id="isPasted">DataLens uses both local and cloud-based storage to protect your images.</h3>Local backup (SD card):<ul><li>You can install an SD card in the DataLens device.</li><li>Images are saved directly to the SD card as they are captured.</li><li>This allows you to access and download images locally if needed.</li></ul>Cloud upload with failover:<ul><li>DataLens uploads images to the cloud during each upload cycle.</li><li>If the device loses connection, images continue to be stored on the SD card.</li><li>No images are lost during temporary network interruptions.</li></ul>Automatic upload recovery:<ul><li>Once a stable connection is re-established, DataLens resumes uploading.</li><li>The most recent image is uploaded first.</li><li>Backlogged images stored on the SD card are then uploaded in sequence.</li></ul>This ensures continuous image capture with automatic recovery from connectivity issues.

How does DataLens back up your images?

How charging status updates:. DataLens sends status updates to CloudX periodically. Status is typically updated:. Every hour, or. When the device wakes from sleep. What to expect when charging via USB-C:. Connecting a USB-C charger does not immediate

<h3 id="the-charging-status-in-cloudx-is-not-updated-in-real-time">The charging status in CloudX is not updated in real time.</h3>How charging status updates:<ul><li>DataLens sends status updates to CloudX periodically.</li><li>Status is typically updated:<ul><li>Every hour, or</li><li>When the device wakes from sleep</li></ul></li></ul>What to expect when charging via USB-C:<ul><li>Connecting a USB-C charger does not immediately trigger a status update.</li><li>The charging indicator will only appear after the next scheduled status update is sent.</li></ul>Important behavior:<ul><li>Sending a wake command while the device is already awake does not trigger a new status update.</li><li>This means the charging status may remain unchanged in CloudX until the next update cycle.</li></ul><h3 id="troubleshooting">Troubleshooting</h3>If the charging status is not appearing:<ul><li>Wait for the next hourly status update.</li><li>Confirm the device has entered and exited sleep if expecting a faster update.</li><li>Verify the USB-C charger is properly connected and supplying power.</li></ul>

Why is the charging status not updating in CloudX when using USB-C?

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00 - What's in the box

01 - Quick Start Assembly Guide

02 - How to install a SIM card in DataLens

03 - How to setup a SIM card APN setting

04 - Registering DataLens on CloudX

05 - TimeLapse Schedule Setup and Project Setup on CloudX

DataLens Setup

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Where can I find the latest firmware for UpBlink?

How can I upload images to the CloudX server using UpBlink?

UpBlink Setup

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