Arlo VMC4030 Quick Start Manual

How do I position the Arlo Solar Panel to get
the most sunlight?
This article applies to:
VMC4030 VML4030 VMC4030P
The amount of energy that the Arlo Solar Panel can produce depends on several factors: average
sun exposure, weather conditions, tilt angle, and dust or debris. A solar panel in the same
location might produce a different amount of energy at noon in December than at noon in June.
Similarly, the same panel might produce more energy in one geographic location and less in
another. In both situations, the difference is based mainly on the amount of sunlight that the solar
panel receives. To see a world map of average sun exposure, visit
http://globalsolaratlas.info/?m=sg:dni.
To optimize the effectiveness of your solar panel, do the following:
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Choose a location for your solar panel that gets plenty of sunlight—try to avoid spots that
are in the shade for a significant portion of the day.
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Mount your solar panel facing true south (in the northern hemisphere) or true north (in
the southern hemisphere) and tilt it to the appropriate angle for your latitude.
For help finding the right orientation and tilt angle, download the free SimplySolar app
for iOS or Android.
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Wipe the panel every few months to remove dust or debris that might affect the solar
energy-harvesting efficiency of the panel.

Where can I use the Arlo Solar Panel?

This article applies to:
VMC4030 VML4030 VMC4030P
You can use the Arlo Solar Panel in any outdoor location that falls within the solar panel's
operating temperature range of 32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C). For safety reasons, the solar panel
cannot charge your camera battery at temperatures below freezing.
The included metal security mount can attach to walls, fences, roofs, gutters, or eaves. The
adjustable mount and the 6-foot (1.8 m) weather-resistant Micro USB cable provide a wide range
of mounting and positioning options.
The total energy that an Arlo Solar Panel can produce depends on several external factors,
including temperature, shade, weather, and the amount of dust or debris on the surface of the