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Here's what you need to know about

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using the solar panel accessory
for your Wireless Outdoor Camera.

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When your Wireless Outdoor
Camera is powered by a solar panel,

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it can keep running without the need
to remove and recharge its battery.

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With as little as 3 hours of sunlight a day,

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The solar panel can keep your Outdoor
Camera charged.

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This guide will tell you
how to install

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the solar panel accessory
for your Wireless Outdoor Camera.

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Because of the solar panel’s 13ft cord,

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it doesn't need to be mounted directly
next to the Wireless Outdoor Camera,

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adding extra convenience.

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To install the solar panel, you’ll need:

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a handheld screwdriver,

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a one quarter inch masonry drill bit,

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if you're planning to install it
on brick, stucco, concrete, or stone.

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All other parts needed,
including anchors, screws,

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and a wire management Velcro strap,

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are included with the solar panel.

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First, find the right location
for your solar panel.

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This should be a place that receives
at least three hours of sunlight a day.

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To mount the solar panel on brick,
stucco, concrete, or stone,

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drill two holes into the surface
with a quarter inch masonry drill bit.

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Then, use the included anchors and screws

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to attach the solar panel to the wall.

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On wood surfaces,
you don't need to drill holes.

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Simply screw the self-tapping screws

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directly into the wall

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using a handheld screwdriver.

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After mounting,
you can now use the omnidirectional mount

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to point the solar panel

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in the direction that will give it
the greatest exposure to sunlight.

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Finally, secure
the excess length of the power cord

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by wrapping it around the base
of the solar panel and securing it

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and securing it firmly with the included
Velcro wire management strap.

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Attach the cable to the back of your camera.

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Ensure the cable is inserted all the way.

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If you need to troubleshoot
your solar panel after it's been set up,

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here are a few quick steps you can take
to get things up and running again.

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Make sure to charge the
outdoor camera battery

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for at least six hours
before its first use.

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The solar panel is meant to maintain power
in a charged battery,

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not charge it from a low level,

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so the initial battery charge is important.

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Another potential fix for solar panel
or camera issues

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is to make sure
the battery has been inserted properly.

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The solar panel won't work if the camera
has no battery or is inserted incorrectly.

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You can also try securing the connection
between the solar panel and the camera

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by unplugging the cable
and reinserting it.

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In some cases,

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the solar panel may not
be receiving enough direct sun.

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In these cases,

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reorient the panel
so it's not blocked by buildings,

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trees, debris, or anything else.

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You can also clean the panel
to make sure it's not obstructed by dirt.

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Finally, verify that the temperature
around the solar panel

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is between 32° and 120°F.

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The device is designed to charge batteries

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only within that temperature range.

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If your solar panel is installed correctly

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and receiving enough sun,

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you can make sure it's working as intended

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by checking your outdoor camera
settings page in the SimpliSafe app.

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And that's it.

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Your SimpliSafe solar panel
is set to continuously power

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your SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera.

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If you have any further questions,

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