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Camera System Installation / Mounting
The order of equipment on the pole may vary from installation to installation. Generally the solar panel will be
on top, followed by the antenna, with the camera on the bottom. This arrangement generally provides the best
unobstructed light for the panel, however there are exceptions. For example if your mounting pole has a large
light on top that will cast a shadow on the panel, it might be wise to move it lower down the pole, or, if there are
tall obstructions that must be cleared and the antenna must be placed much higher up the pole than the other
equipment. For the purposes of this document however, we will start at the top with the solar panel, and move
our way down the pole.
If the installer has any questions or concerns, feel free to snap some pictures, and call into MicroPower support for
advice, we are always happy to assist. (877-536-0128)
Solar Panel Mounting
A solar panel is included with the camera which offers complete flexibility with the placement of the camera, and
enables reliable operation in installation locations that may have lower light levels, such as northern climates
where snow and ice may typically impact the long-term operation of solar powered devices. The solar panel
connects to the camera very easily, and may be
secured to a variety of different surfaces by a very
simple, extremely versatile mounting bracket.
How to Mount the Auxiliary Solar Panel:
The solar panel mounting bracket is extremely
versatile, and is designed to be mounted to a pole
with stainless steel hose clamps, “U” bolts, or
screws to firmly secure the panel to the desired
mounting surface.
Always be sure that the panel is firmly secured
against weather events such as high winds, ice, snow, etc. Depending on your particular configuration, the installer
will need to purchase the appropriate hardware to attach the bracket to the desired mounting surface.
What Direction to Mount the Solar Panel:
For mounting locations in the Northern Hemisphere (United States, Mexico, Canada, etc.) The solar panel MUST be
mounted with the glass facing SOUTH , and angled such that it will capture the most winter sun possible during the
daylight hours. The farther North the system is installed, the lower toward the horizon the glass panel should be
angled, consistent with the position of the sun during the weaker, winter solar energy.
In climates where snow and ice are a factor will also need to angle the panel more sharply, such that snow will not
tend to accumulate on the panel glass. Additionally, it is very important that care is taken to ensure that objects
such as trees, utility poles, buildings, and most especially the other equipment on the pole (antenna, camera, etc.)
do not create any shadows on any of the solar panels in the system.
Note : The battery ships from the factory at about 40% capacity. During storage and shipment, the battery will
be (and always should be) unplugged from the camera, and will need to be connected in order to power on the
camera. When the camera is not in use, and stored out of sunlight, the battery should be disconnected.