The aosu camera status LED is on by default. It blinks or glows to indicate connection status, but once the camera is set up and running there is rarely a reason to keep it lit. The light can attract attention to the camera’s location, become a distraction at night, or simply be unwanted. Fortunately, turning it off takes about thirty seconds in the aosu app and works across the camera lineup including the SolarCam D1 Classic.
How to Turn Off the Status Light
Open the aosu app and tap the camera you want to adjust. In the live view, tap the settings icon in the top right corner to open Device Settings. Scroll down until you find LED Indicator and toggle it off. The status light on the camera will go dark immediately — no restart required.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the aosu app and tap the camera |
| 2 | Tap the settings icon in the top right corner of the live view |
| 3 | Scroll down to LED Indicator |
| 4 | Toggle it off |
Note: The LED indicator setting controls the status light only. Turning it off has no effect on recording, motion detection, alerts, or any other camera function. The camera continues to operate exactly as normal.
What the Status Light Colors Mean
If the light needs to be turned back on for troubleshooting purposes, the LED indicator colors indicate the following camera states:
| LED Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Blue flashing | Pairing mode — ready to connect |
| Blue solid | Connected successfully |
| Red solid | Wi-Fi connection failed |
| Red and blue together | Connecting to Wi-Fi |
Why Turn It Off?
There are a few good reasons to disable the status light. First, a visible LED at night can reveal the exact position of the camera to anyone casing the property — removing it makes the camera less conspicuous. Second, for cameras installed near a bedroom window or in a hallway, the blinking light can be a nuisance after dark. Third, some users simply prefer a cleaner look without any indicator lights drawing attention to the hardware.
On the other hand, leaving the light on has a deterrent effect — a visible blinking light signals to passersby that the area is monitored. Additionally, for new installs or troubleshooting, the LED is a useful indicator of connection status. The right choice depends on the installation context. For a full look at what else the aosu app can do, see our aosu subscription plans guide and the SolarCam D1 Classic review.
This article is part of our Aosu Security Camera Reviews guide.
