Greetings I am very happy I find this video because I have to be buying so much battery. Question just wondering if by chance if they have a solar panel that supply more than on cameras. I have 8 on my property so that's a lot of battery to keep purchasing
Hi Cedrick! That's a great question. Most solar panels of this sort, are sold as individual units. But you can buy a 2 or 3 pack on Amazon. A solar unit that would supply enough power for multiple camera would cost significantly more cash. Thanks for the great question! Be safe.
Do you know why the wasserstein solar panel does not charge a Bluetooth speaker when you connect it? The red light on the speaker does not go on showing that it's being charged
Humm... It doesn't have the correct power requirements. Check the amp output on the solar panel and the input requirements on the speaker. The solar panel may not be releasing enough power.
Great question! I don't think the solar panel would work. The batteries wouldn't supply enough power. Sorry. But... It appears this product can be powered by either batteries or existing chime wiring: 16-24 VAC. Using the old door bell wiring maybe the best way. If that is not an option, then take a look at this link on Amazon: www.amazon.com/Doorbell-Universal-Transformer-Compatible-Multiple/dp/B09CDJKRGS/ref=asc_df_B09CDJKRGS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=533377585108&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=911669782079544138&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010823&hvtargid=pla-1456366740462&psc=1
Hi Robert! Once again you've got a great point. But unfortunately the solar panels will have little effect on Live streaming. However 8-10 seconds is alot faster than many others I've heard about. Blink is slow. 😏 Wired camera systems are best for high speed connections. Stay safe out there. 👍
High quality video, informative. Three questions. 1. Does the mount feel sturdy to stand up to wind? 2. Some plastics get very brittle out in the sun. Is the bracket/solar panel UV protected? We just got a whole Blink system, three reg cameras and one doorbell camera. We live on a busy street close to a school so the doorbell camera takes a lot of video draining batteries. 3. Will the solar panel work with the doorbell camera?
Hi Mike. Great question! Answers: 1. The mount is sturdy. But just make sure you use long screws when mounting it. 2. I'm not sure about the UV protection. I've had mine for a couple of years in the sun with no issues. 3. The solar panel may work but I don't think it would be your best option. I would use direct power. Check this link out: a.co/d/iI34F1a Thanks for taking the time to ask and comment.
Hi Nice! I left my batteries in mine as a backup on cloudy days. I haven't had any problems. The app will actually tell you when you are using battery power or external power. Great question!
Hi Casey! That's a great question. But unfortunately the battery life on the solar panel will only power one camera at a time. It just doesn't have enough power to support 2 cameras at the same time. Buying more than one panel would be best. Thanks again for the question. 👏👏👍
Anybody here can share the date of their panel installation? As of today, are they still running/working? I finally got mines and just finished setting them up.
Hi Alexis! I actually purchased 3 units about 11 months ago. 2 out of 3 are still working fine. I'm not sure about the bad unit. It stopped working 2 or 3 months ago. I just haven't had the time to investigate yet.
@@TeachMe101 Copy. Thank you for your prompt and honest response! Fingers crossed that they last forever! Haha By the way, you rock with this amazing videos!
Hi Lidia! I left my batteries in mine as a backup on cloudy days. I haven't had any problems. The app will actually tell you when you are using battery power or external power. Great question!
When you buy the blink camera with the built in solar panel they say leave the batteries in if no sunlight for a couple of days you're camera won't go dead...
@@TeachMe101 i once read that someone left their batteries in and connected aftermarket solar panel and camera caught fire, I would say contact blink or manufacturer that you bought the panel from, do you're research.....
Hi Crypto Savy! Thanks so much for the comment. Yes you are correct. The solar panel does come with a pre-charge right out of the box. For most people, it's enough power to get them started. I'm glad yours is working well. 😀 Thanks again!
Hi Andy! Thanks for asking. You can check the current price by following the links below: Amazon Link: amzn.to/3wcN1zy Wasserstein website: bit.ly/3pZlOzl
FLAW: The internal battery is not replaceable making this solar panel a disposable item because its lifespan is determined by the life of the internal battery. In other words, once the internal rechargeable battery dies, maybe a year or two, you'll have to throw away the panel and buy a new one or go back to changing the camera batteries every 6 months or so.
Hi Frank! Thanks for the comment! You make an excellent point. I guess it all comes down to changing the batteries every 6 months or possibility 2 to 5 years (depending on use). Granted, if the camera is in a high traffic area, it will require more power. However, in a low to moderate use area, you should be worry free for years to come. I just don't know how many years. And you are soooo correct! This is not a perfect solution - by far. However, it should keep us from climbing the latter for a while. :-) Thanks again for the wonderful comment!
@@stabbyronnie Thank you, stabbyronnie. Can you share any tips on how to replace the battery? What to do and what not to do? .... Added comment: I searched for that battery on-line and it ranges from $30 to $60 (today). May not be worth the risk and hassle.
@@stabbyronnie UPDATE: My battery died after 10 months of use. I researched this and some geeks say that the rare battery (INR18650 2500mAh 3.7) can be replaced but it requires some experience. The battery, however, costs just as much or more than a whole new solar panel.
This is exactly the information I was looking for! Thanks for the great video!
Wow! Thanks Sarah! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 👍 😊
Greetings
I am very happy I find this video because I have to be buying so much battery. Question just wondering if by chance if they have a solar panel that supply more than on cameras. I have 8 on my property so that's a lot of battery to keep purchasing
Hi Cedrick! That's a great question. Most solar panels of this sort, are sold as individual units. But you can buy a 2 or 3 pack on Amazon. A solar unit that would supply enough power for multiple camera would cost significantly more cash.
Thanks for the great question!
Be safe.
Do you know why the wasserstein solar panel does not charge a Bluetooth speaker when you connect it? The red light on the speaker does not go on showing that it's being charged
Humm... It doesn't have the correct power requirements. Check the amp output on the solar panel and the input requirements on the speaker. The solar panel may not be releasing enough power.
Do you know of any hacks or an adapter that would allow one to use a solar panal with the Blink Video Doorbell?
Great question! I don't think the solar panel would work. The batteries wouldn't supply enough power. Sorry. But... It appears this product can be powered by either batteries or existing chime wiring: 16-24 VAC. Using the old door bell wiring maybe the best way. If that is not an option, then take a look at this link on Amazon:
www.amazon.com/Doorbell-Universal-Transformer-Compatible-Multiple/dp/B09CDJKRGS/ref=asc_df_B09CDJKRGS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=533377585108&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=911669782079544138&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010823&hvtargid=pla-1456366740462&psc=1
They do sell solar panel for the blink doorbell
@@QBAN_BOY I have a solar panel for the regular outdoor camera but I do not see the power connector on the blink door camera.
Yes, it’s called hard wiring it.
This is how I eliminated the batteries in the Blink video doorbell. th-cam.com/video/Di7x9bPjGgo/w-d-xo.html
Awesome video! Very informative and detailed :)
Thanks Arlyn!
Question:
Does solar panel energy help the caneras connect to Live View quicker? Currently it takes 8-10 seconds which is useless.
Hi Robert! Once again you've got a great point. But unfortunately the solar panels will have little effect on Live streaming. However 8-10 seconds is alot faster than many others I've heard about. Blink is slow. 😏
Wired camera systems are best for high speed connections.
Stay safe out there. 👍
High quality video, informative. Three questions. 1. Does the mount feel sturdy to stand up to wind? 2. Some plastics get very brittle out in the sun. Is the bracket/solar panel UV protected? We just got a whole Blink system, three reg cameras and one doorbell camera. We live on a busy street close to a school so the doorbell camera takes a lot of video draining batteries. 3. Will the solar panel work with the doorbell camera?
Hi Mike. Great question!
Answers:
1. The mount is sturdy. But just make sure you use long screws when mounting it.
2. I'm not sure about the UV protection. I've had mine for a couple of years in the sun with no issues.
3. The solar panel may work but I don't think it would be your best option. I would use direct power.
Check this link out:
a.co/d/iI34F1a
Thanks for taking the time to ask and comment.
I have a question, if I still Put The Lithium AA Battery is ok or not ?please answer my question,thank you 🙏🏼
Hi Nice!
I left my batteries in mine as a backup on cloudy days. I haven't had any problems. The app will actually tell you when you are using battery power or external power.
Great question!
Great video, very informative !!! Subscribed
Thanks Madmark!
Great review buddy
Thanks Wassup Fred!
Is there a way to connect 2 cameras?
Hi Casey! That's a great question. But unfortunately the battery life on the solar panel will only power one camera at a time. It just doesn't have enough power to support 2 cameras at the same time. Buying more than one panel would be best.
Thanks again for the question. 👏👏👍
can get the uyodm solar panel cheaper
Anybody here can share the date of their panel installation? As of today, are they still running/working?
I finally got mines and just finished setting them up.
Hi Alexis! I actually purchased 3 units about 11 months ago. 2 out of 3 are still working fine. I'm not sure about the bad unit. It stopped working 2 or 3 months ago. I just haven't had the time to investigate yet.
@@TeachMe101 Copy. Thank you for your prompt and honest response! Fingers crossed that they last forever! Haha
By the way, you rock with this amazing videos!
Is it ok to leave the batteries in their
Hi Lidia! I left my batteries in mine as a backup on cloudy days. I haven't had any problems. The app will actually tell you when you are using battery power or external power.
Great question!
Also, too bad you can't use an app that help you adjust for the best angle.
Hi Robert! That's a wonderful idea. That would be great. Too bad...😔
When you buy the blink camera with the built in solar panel they say leave the batteries in if no sunlight for a couple of days you're camera won't go dead...
Hi Richard! That's a good idea. It shouldn't hurt the camera.
@@TeachMe101 i once read that someone left their batteries in and connected aftermarket solar panel and camera caught fire, I would say contact blink or manufacturer that you bought the panel from, do you're research.....
Wasserstein solar panel powered my blink xt2 camera right out the box.
Wow! That's awesome! You've got a good one.
Hi Crypto Savy! Thanks so much for the comment. Yes you are correct. The solar panel does come with a pre-charge right out of the box. For most people, it's enough power to get them started. I'm glad yours is working well. 😀
Thanks again!
What is the cost.?
Hi Andy! Thanks for asking.
You can check the current price by following the links below:
Amazon Link: amzn.to/3wcN1zy
Wasserstein website: bit.ly/3pZlOzl
FLAW: The internal battery is not replaceable making this solar panel a disposable item because its lifespan is determined by the life of the internal battery. In other words, once the internal rechargeable battery dies, maybe a year or two, you'll have to throw away the panel and buy a new one or go back to changing the camera batteries every 6 months or so.
Hi Frank! Thanks for the comment!
You make an excellent point. I guess it all comes down to changing the batteries every 6 months or possibility 2 to 5 years (depending on use). Granted, if the camera is in a high traffic area, it will require more power. However, in a low to moderate use area, you should be worry free for years to come. I just don't know how many years.
And you are soooo correct! This is not a perfect solution - by far. However, it should keep us from climbing the latter for a while. :-)
Thanks again for the wonderful comment!
I guarantee that the internal battery is an 18650, and I guarantee it can be replaced, and without damage to the panel!
@@stabbyronnie Thank you, stabbyronnie. Can you share any tips on how to replace the battery? What to do and what not to do? .... Added comment: I searched for that battery on-line and it ranges from $30 to $60 (today). May not be worth the risk and hassle.
@@stabbyronnie UPDATE: My battery died after 10 months of use. I researched this and some geeks say that the rare battery (INR18650 2500mAh 3.7) can be replaced but it requires some experience. The battery, however, costs just as much or more than a whole new solar panel.