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Outdoor Camera Solar Panel Accessory

With the Outdoor Camera Solar Panel (opens in new tab), you can power your Outdoor Camera without the need to separately recharge or replace the battery—like a traditional wired outdoor security camera, while retaining install-anywhere convenience. 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 cord, 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 sleeve to neatly tuck unused cable behind the solar panel.

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. 

Troubleshooting

The Solar Panel is designed to maintain your Outdoor Camera’s battery life, not to recharge it. If you find that your Solar Panel is not keeping your camera battery topped off, there are a few steps you can take to try and resolve this.

*The Outdoor Camera battery is only compatible with a SimpliSafe® Outdoor Camera Solar Panel, not with any third-party solar panel devices.

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