Installing your Solar Panel (USB-C) (2nd Gen)

This article outlines the step-by-step process to install your Solar Panel (USB-C) (2nd Gen).

Choose an install location with the most direct sunlight.

If you are in the Northern Hemisphere, direct your Solar Panel toward the south.

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If you are in the Southern Hemisphere, direct your Solar Panel toward the north.

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Make sure there is nothing blocking sunlight from your Solar Panel.

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Hardware included

Tools needed

Screw the bracket to the wall.

If mounting to brick, concrete or stucco, use wall anchors and 6mm drill.

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Slide the Solar Panel onto the bracket until it clicks into place.

Loosen the adjustment nut and adjust the positioning as required.

Tighten the adjustment nut when positioned.

We recommend that the Solar Panel is at a 45 degree angle facing the sun.

Wrap any spare cable round the cable holder, and clip the cable into one of the cable stops.

Connect your Solar Panel to your Security Camera, using the USB-C cable.

Barrel Connector option

Use the cable clips to secure the cable in place.