Today, we are going to take a look at Ring’s new Solar Panels and these are now using USB-C plugs instead of the older barrel plugs that Ring used on their first generation solar panels. These panels will also power up the new Ring spotlight cams (PRO & Plus)… but how about the older spotlight cams and 3rd Gen stickup Cams? We will also see if Ring’s new spotlight cam PRO and Plus will be able to use the older barrel plug panels and also if they are compatible with Ring’s wall and gutter camera and solar panel mounts. A lot of information on this video if you are planning to purchase solar panels for your Ring cameras.
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00:00 Introduction
00:28 Compatibility
01:05 Model Wattage
01:24 Unboxing
03:05 Installation
03:36 Gutter Mount Compatibility
04:30 Cable Management Hack
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What is the diameter of the barrel plug? Is it 5mm?
Extremely helpful. Thank you.
Who cares if the panel has a shine on it. Give us facts. Not your feelings.
Your video is not very good. neither is your English.
Hi!! I having this issue. When the solar panel is not working I have to move back to battery mode?? Thanks
Fantastic video
Very good video with helpful info. However in winter when cloudy but bright will the solar panel still charge the camera enough to work?
I wonder if more then one camera can be install in the solar panel ? How many more ??
I really appreciate all your reviews. I check with you before I ever purchase anything. Now I can buy the solar panel for Ring. Can you provide a rough estimate on how often the battery will need changing with the solar panel?
Mine only has a usb connection on rear not a power port?
I just got the Spotlight Cam Pro and see that it has one battery. Should I buy a second one or will it be fine with the solar panel(which is held up in USPS thanks to the crap storm that hit SE NC)?
I have a question. I have the ring spotlight cams and stick up cams. All of my cameras are connected to Ring solar panels. I live in Southern California (LA area). We get sunlight non stop. Why do my ring camera sometimes stop charging, even if the solar panels are in direct sunlight?
You didn't even show how to set up!!! 😮 You didn't mention if you needed a battery 1 battery or 2 batteries while charging with solar why?!!!! Explain
How effective is it?
when you have the solar panel installed to you change the settings to wired or still keep it to battery mode?
Why is my 4w not charging my usb c model ring spotlight cam, it’s been draining my battery so quick
How good do you think those solar panels do in the rain and snow?
Needed some kind of idea about this product and found this video..this guy is so easy to listen to, easy to understand and very clear with simple instructions to follow..will now feel confident in buying and fitting the solar panel..thank you
0:58 but i have a newer spotlight cam and older solar panel v4 (2.4w) that only has a barrel at the end, so does that mean this old solar panel cant work with newer cameras?
Ring cams have very poor video quality. Beware
Nice review..It's almost always cloudy here in New York. We probably get 2 or 3 nice days of sunshine a month. Do you think that would work for the solar panel from just daylight? I want to plant one of these on a tree to keep an eye on my driveway and house. And I do have the ring doorbell now.
Would this possible for me to connect my mobile phone (w/ USC C connection). For camping / remote.
Thanks
Am I correct in assuming you could use this panel to charge a usb-c power bank??
Do you have to charge the panel by itself?
Plastic mounts, winter winds, 'snap' -it broke after a month. However, Ring was really understanding about it when I called and they took care of it. However, I really wish they would make more durable mounts. If only there was a way to make the panels not so easily caught by the wind.
So if you have no sun for a week (I'm in the Uk) will the internal battery last? If so, for how long? How long can I go without sun?
Nicely presented video. No fluff – straight to the action with precise and quick explanations of features, how-to and comparison between the 1st and 2nd generation panels.
When showing this video you said that the new upgraded Ring Solar Panel has no lines, but when I called Ring to order, Ring sales department said they did not know what I was talking about, because all of the Ring Solar Panel's have lines. So my question then is: Where did you get that Ring Solar Panel without any lines on the face of the solar panel.
Does the solar camera require a battery, or does it work without a battery? TY
Question I have a first generation ring camera but the solar panel is for second gen. Is there any way to adapt a cable so I can connect it? Thanks
How can you connect these to ring doorbell 4 cameras? Does ring make a accessory cable to connect to the 2 screws on the back?
Which cameras will this new panel work with? I have the camera's that look like barrels but I don't know if RIng even sells a solar panel for them?
Do you need to program the solar panel device? How do you know its communicating with ring spot light cam?
Are you supposed to scan a QR Code for the solar panel? Where is it?
Does having the solar plugged in count as “wired” mode so I can have all the normal features?
Subscribed. Good job. Ty
Does the Camera have a built-in recording, like an SD card,
so you don't have to do the monthly subscription?
Thanks for the great review!
IF I plug this into my spotlight cam can I use the camera in plugged in mode rather than battery mode?
I need a convex mirror to reflect sunlight to a northside ring camera i and solar power install. Has anuone out there done this?
On my second panel, still shows a continual drop in voltage. Now ordering a new cam, hoping this will solve the problem.
Thank you! 😃
What type of clips did you use to put on the back of the solar panel to wrap up the extra wire
Hi does it work with eufycam ?
Will be moving into a new house in May 2023 and have been reading your reviews. Great job on your reviews and are very helpful in deciding which security cameras to get. Also, saw in your video that you live in Corpus Christi, which also is the place I will be moving into. Are you Pinoy?
Bullshit, it don't work! I have the Super Solar Panel and it does not charge my new Pro camera. I will have to purchase a NEW solar panel just to make it work. Not cool.
Wish me luck 😂 I’m setting this up today
Another nice review. Thanks
Using these on Stick up cam solar (3rd gen) and the extra 0.4A (old barrel style is 0.4A and new USB-C is 0.8A) seems to be helping in the winter days in keeping charge for cams in high traffic areas.