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Installation
Figure : Placing the external solar panel above Waspmote
26.3.2. Internal solar panel
Moreover, if the node has an internal solar panel, it should be placed in 45º angle to optimize the solar pan
el efficiency, using
the solar panel bracket.
Step 1: Secu
re the mounting feet to Waspmote Plug & Sense!
Use the provided screws to secure firmly the mounting feet to nod
e as shown in step 1 of the previous section.
Step 2: Secure
solar panel bracket to Waspmote Plug & Sense!
Use the dedicated holes of the solar panel bracket to secure the node as shown in the previous section. Remember
that the
sensor side must face to the ground.
Ste
p 3: Securing Waspmote Plug & Sense! to a wall
Place Waspmote Plug & Sense! with the solar panel bracket on a wall tightening it firmly using the screws. Be sure the node
remains completely tied to street light to avoid it could fall down.
Figure : Securing Waspmote to a wall.