Swann SWWHD-INTSOL User manual

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ENGLISH
Solar Panel
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
For Swann Smart Security Camera

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Overview
Solar panel
Replacement
camera port cover
With USB connector cutout
Solar port
Swivel head mount with
solar panel screw thread
Easily adjust the solar panel angle
to maximize sunlight exposure
Locking nut
Secures the swivel head
mount assembly
USB charging cable
For connecting the solar panel to
your Swann Smart Security camera

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Before you begin
• The solar panel requires full, direct sunlight to charge your camera. Grey skies,
rainy days, and other inclement weather conditions may hinder the ability of the
solar panel to generate power.
• For best results, the solar panel should be tilted towards the sun. The optimum
angle varies throughout the year, depending on the seasons and your location.
As a general rule, the solar panel should be facing the equator (i.e. in the northern
hemisphere, solar panel faces south; in the southern hemisphere, solar panel
faces north).
• Preferably mount the solar panel somewhere that receives plenty of sunlight,
between 10am and 3pm, to fully sustain your camera’s power needs all year round.
Avoid placing in a shady area. Shading from trees and buildings will substantially
reduce the output of the solar panel.
• The solar panel is designed to provide a “trickle charge,” topping up and
maintaining the camera’s battery charge level based upon the amount of sunlight
received daily. It is not intended to power a flat camera or to fully charge a camera
from a low battery state. We recommend fully charging your camera via your
regular USB charger before attaching to the solar panel.
• Periodically clean the solar panel with a soft cloth and warm water. Keep the solar
panel surface clear of leaves and debris for optimum performance.

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Installing the Solar Panel
1. Attach the mounting bracket to a solid surface with the supplied screws. Make sure
to allow enough charging cable to reach your camera from the mounting location of
the solar panel.
If mounting to a wooden surface, screw the mounting bracket directly to the surface.
If mounting to a masonry surface (bricks, concrete, or stucco), drill three holes
using a 8mm(1/8”) drill bit and insert the supplied wall plugs into holes. Then secure
the mounting bracket to the surface with supplied screws.

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Installing the Solar Panel
2. Attach the solar panel to the mounting bracket.
Align the solar panel with the threaded screw on the swivel head mount, and then
screw in the solar panel until it is secured tightly.

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Installing the Solar Panel
3. The solar panel produces power only when it is exposed to sunlight. To generate
the most power and achieve best charging performance, tilt the solar panel
towards the sun, away from cover and shade.
PEAK HOURS
~10AM-3PM
Solar Panel
GOOD NOT OPTIMAL
Solar Panel
TIP You’ll see the battery charging indicator in the app when your camera is actively being
charged. If your camera is plugged into the solar panel, but there is no sunlight (for example,
when it is night) the battery charging indicator will not be displayed.
Performance is directly related to the
amount and strength of sunlight received

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Installing the Solar Panel
4. Connect the solar panel to your camera.
First, pull out the port cover on your camera and replace with the supplied port
cover which has a USB connector cutout (a spare port cover is included). Ensure
the port cover is sealed properly; it should fit flush without gaps. Then, using the
supplied USB charging cable, connect the round end to the solar panel and the
micro-USB end to your camera.
Replacement
port cover
Tighten cap to
secure connector
Micro USB port
Solar port
USB charging cable

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This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the
EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the
return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for
environment safe recycling.
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