Solar Panel with Circular Mount Installation Guide
Updated
If your Solar Panel was purchased prior to October 2024 and has a circular mount on the backside of it, this article is for you! If your Solar Panel has a permanent mount that is separate from the Solar Panel body, please visit our Installation Guide for the Solar Panel with Permanent Mount for separate instructions.
Overview
With the Outdoor Camera Solar Panel, you can power your Outdoor Camera without the need to separately recharge or replace the battery. With just 3 hours of direct sunlight per day, the water-resistant Solar panel keeps your Outdoor Camera charged at all times.
Thanks to its 13-foot power cable, the Solar Panel doesn’t need to be installed in the same place as your camera. Simply run the cable to the Outdoor Camera, and use the included cable management velcro sleeves to neatly tuck unused cable behind the Solar Panel.
NOTE: Outdoor Cameras are only compatible with SimpliSafe® Solar Panels, and not third-party solar panels.
Physically Installing Your Solar Panel
First, you’ll need to find a location within 13 feet of your Outdoor Camera. This should be a spot that receives at least 3 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Next, you’ll need the appropriate tools to install your Solar Panel.
If mounting on brick/stucco/stone surfaces:
Use a ¼” masonry drill bit to drill two pilot holes into the surface
Then, use the included anchors and screws to attach the Solar Panel to the wall
If mounting on wood or vinyl surfaces:
Screw the self-tapping screws directly into the wall using a handheld screwdriver
Wood surfaces generally do not require pre-drilled holes
After mounting the Solar Panel, use the omnidirectional mount to aim it towards the direction that will give it the most access to sunlight.
Finally, secure any excess power cord by wrapping it around the base of the Solar Panel, then using the cable management velcro straps to ensure the cord will not get tangled or caught by inclement weather or small animals.