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Wyze Solar Cam Installation Guide

While following the Wyze Solar Cam Setup Guide you'll be prompted to install your camera. Follow along with this video and article to install your Wyze Battery Cam.

What’s in the box?

  • 1x Wyze Battery Cam
  • 1x Solar Panel
  • 2x Mounting Brackets (one for the camera, one for the solar panel) 
  • 1x L-shaped Mounting Bracket
  • 1x Camera Wall Mount Kit
    • 4x Screws
      • § #6-32 countersunk Phillips-head selftapping screws, 0.984 in. long
    • 4x Anchors
  • 1x Solar Panel Wall Mount Kit
    • 3x Screws 
      • § #6-32 countersunk Phillips-head selftapping screws, 0.984 in. long
      • 3x Anchors
  • 1x Charging Cable (2 ft)
  • 1x Outdoor Install Guide
  • 1x Mounting Drill Guide
  • 1x Quick Start Guide

Note: A 5V/2A power adapter (not included) is required to charge Wyze Battery Cam using an outlet.

  1. Follow along in the Wyze Solar Cam Setup Guide. Once successfully paired, tap Next.
  2. Ensure you have the required tools. Tap Next.
  3. Review the list of installation tips, then tap Next.
  4. Make sure the camera is not pointed at swaying trees and bushes; cars and pedestrians on the road; dryer vents and range hood vents. Tap Next.
  5. Mount your camera 7-10 feet above the ground, tilted 30° downwards for the best detection range. Keep your camera at least 1 foot from the overhang to avoid spotlight glare. Tap Next
  6. Check your Wi-Fi Strength. Tap Next.
  7. After verifying you have a strong connection, tap Next.
    1. Install Together - Select this option to mount the solar panel and camera attached together. This is best for installing the camera in a spot that gets direct sunlight.
      1. Attach the solar panel to the L-shaped bracket by tightening the ball-joint, screwing the solar panel onto the mounting bracket, then tightening the mounting bracket locking ring to secure the solar panel. Tap Next. 
      2. Attach the solar panel by sliding it onto the L-shaped mounting bracket until it clicks into place. Tap Next. 
      3. Install the L-shaped bracket onto the wall by drilling holes with a ¼-inch drill bit, inserting the anchors, then screwing the L-shaped bracket onto the wall. For concrete, brick, or similar materials, use the drill guide sticker to mark the hole locations. Tap Next. 
      4. Attach the camera to the mounting bracket by installing the ball-joint onto the base, but do not tighten it completely, then screw the camera onto the mounting bracket. Tap Next. 
      5. Secure the camera by tightening the bracket locking ring completely. Adjust the device to the desired angle, then tighten the locking knob to lock the ball-joint in place. Tap Next. 
      6. Attach the camera to the L-shaped bracket by sliding it on to the bracket until it clicks into place. Tap Next. 
      7. Connect the solar panel to the camera. Make sure the solar panel cable connector is dry and undamaged. Firmly insert it into the charging port at the bottom of the camera. Wrap any excess cable around the cable organizer at the back of the solar panel. Adjust the angle of the solar panel to ensure direct exposure to sunlight. Tap Next.
    2. Install Separately (up to 2 feet apart) - Select this option to mount the solar panel and camera separately. This is best for installing the camera in a shaded spot. Select whether you'd like to install the camera with or without the bracket.
      1. Without Bracket – For mounting the camera directly on a wall.
        1. nstall the mounting bracket by screwing the bracket base onto the wall then installing the ball-joint onto the base, but do not tighten it completely. Tap Next. 
        2. Attach the camera to the mounting bracket by aligning the screw hole on the back of the camera with the bracket screw, then rotate it until it locks securely into place. Tap Next. 
        3. Secure the camera by tightening the bracket locking ring completely. Adjust the device to the desired angle, then tighten the locking knob to lock the ball-joint in place. Tap Next.
        4.  Install the solar panel by installing the solar panel mounting bracket onto the wall and tightening the ball-joint locking knob. Attach the solar panel onto the bracket and tighten the mounting bracket locking ring. Adjust the angle of the solar panel to ensure direct exposure to sunlight. Tap Next. 
        5. Connect the solar panel to the camera. Make sure the solar panel cable connector is dry and undamaged. Firmly insert it into the charging port on the bottom of the camera. Wrap any excess cable around the cable organizer at the back of the solar panel. Adjust the angle of the solar panel to ensure direct exposure to sunlight. Tap Next.
      2. With Bracket – Mount the camera on ceilings or eaves. This lets you detach the camera easily.
        1. Install the L-shaped bracket by drilling holes with a ¼-inch drill bit, inserting the anchors, then screwing the L-shaped mounting bracket onto the wall or ceiling. For concrete, brick, or similar materials, use the bracket to mark the hole locations. Tap Next. 
        2. Install the ball-joint onto the base, but do not tighten it completely, then screw the camera onto the mounting bracket. Tap Next. 
        3. Secure the camera to the mounting bracket by tightening the bracket locking ring completely. Adjust the device to the desired angle, then tighten the locking knob to lock the ball-joint in place. Tap Next. 
        4. Attach the camera to the L-shaped bracket by sliding it onto the L-shaped mounting bracket until it clicks into place. Tap Next. 
        5. Install the solar panel by installing the solar panel mounting bracket onto the wall then tighten the ball-joint locking knob. Attach the solar panel onto the bracket and tighten the mounting bracket locking ring. Adjust the angle of the solar panel to ensure direct exposure to sunlight. Tap Next. 
        6. Connect the solar panel to the camera. Make sure the solar panel cable connector is dry and undamaged. Firmly insert it into the charging port on the bottom of the camera. Wrap any excess cable around the cable organizer at the back of the solar panel. Adjust the angle of the solar panel to ensure direct exposure to sunlight. Tap Next.
  8. Installation complete! Tap Next, then follow the in-app steps to complete the setup process.
  9. You're all set. Tap Done and enjoy your new Wyze device!

 

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