Solar Powered WYZE Security Camera (DIY After 2 years)
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- čas přidán 9. 08. 2020
- WYZE Cam consumes 1.3~1.5W and the solar panel can provide about 11W, the excess power gets stored in a power pack. RAVPpower used in my first prototype is geni.us/Wsb4Cwc but the final build is using the recycled power pack from a LED "Solar Flood Light" that also has the solar panel included: geni.us/3MBP8
This solution is unique because WYZE allows 24 x 7 video recording on to an SD card.
My review for the RAVPower power bank is • RAVPower 20100mAh USB ...
WYZE Cam geni.us/7fU6Ef
WYZE Pan geni.us/MedPe
USB power meter geni.us/2DEAN
Other gears I use: www.amazon.com/shop/fastunboxer - Jak na to + styl
*My old camera started flippin out so i bought a **Newest.Technology** one. Was really excited about the talking feature but my friends said “we can hear your voice through the front door.”10/10*
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I am making something similar this year, 6 units for outside usage. The biggest challenge was finding a power bank that allowed for charging and output at same time.
what battery bank do you use?
Awesome, I have been looking at doing the same since there is nothing on the marker. I really liked the tester you showed and bought one as it looks easier than trying to use a fluke meter with probes. Thanks for the video.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for subscribing, I will keep you guy updated!
The USB meter I use is geni.us/2DEAN
Interesting setup. Thank you. I suppose the same setup can be done for a V2 placed under the eve.
Thanks for your support. What is "under the eve"?
@@ToolsElectroDIY " Under soffits"
Yes. I thought about that place. However the maintain would require a ladder if the battery dies / reboot required.
Hmm I've got a lead acid scooter or motor cycle battery I believe i can use, along with an mppt
That’s a good idea!
Very good
Thanks
Does this work for livestreaming the camera? Does it work with the Wyze pan as well?
Also can you provide a parts list?
The list is in the video description.
If you are interested in getting more complex, I recommend looking into self hosted IP cameras.
I checked self hosted IP cameras. They require wiring -- AC power required. The WYZE cam v2 meets the following requirement:
1) Wireless
2) 24*7 recording
3) Low power consumption, can be USB powered from solar panel + battery bank combo
4) Very compact
The downside is that it can be stolen out there on my mailbox.
I should consider improve the design and create a little housing for the camera.
@@sergiopabon1387 it is still there. I will do another video to update you guys. I'm planning to replace it with Eufy Pan and Tilt.
Can a 20000mah solar battery charger work too?
if it supports pass-through charging, then yes.
I didn’t find the battery charger shown in your video. Can you please point me in the right direction? Thanks. Nice video.
It is amzn.to/3jNj0Ap
Thanks for the reply. The link you sent is the Rav charger. But I’m trying to find the usb charger you showed at 5:26 to charge the bigger battery pack.
So that is a indoor v2 mounted outside and is RTSP compatible then?
Yes it is a $25 indoor WYZE v2. I think it supports RTSP as it can be used with tinycam pro on an android tablet for streaming.
@@ToolsElectroDIY Cool, they just released an 'outdoor' version with battery, but I see outdoor cases are available if water is a concern. Finally, any thoughts on this as a single lower cost power bank solution?
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Thanks again!
I will do a follow up video on the battery bank choice. Please stay tuned. The outdoor version probably doesn't support 24*7 recording due to its battery size. That's why I choose the indoor USB powered one.
I have multiple videos on solar power station, please checkout my "solar project" play list on my channel.
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@@ToolsElectroDIY Done, yeah the outdoor version is hobbled, I hope to run RTSP to a website so this is a superior set up.
Jeff Pietsch yes you can . With tiny cam , it starts a web server so you can view from any browser
Will this work on the new V3 as well? I'm looking to run at least 3 V3 cameras. I want to build a small self contained waterproof unit with the solar panel attached then run the USB cables to each camera.
I don't have V3 yet.
@@ToolsElectroDIY Amazon is in stock haha! I wonder what it would take battery wise to run 3 cams off of a 20/30/40 watt panel or if it wouldn't even work with your setup.
@@amsnare13 You need to get a larger capacity such as the ones I reviewed recently. please visit my CZcams homepage to find out. One even charges my Tesla Model 3.
@@amsnare13 You definitely need a bigger battery for that, check out the solar collection under www.amazon.com/shop/toolselectrodiy
im trying to fig out the same thing
Can BARELY head your voice in the parts of the video where you are outside. Make sure you speak louder or get a lapel/wireless microphone.
Thanks for the tip!
those cameras and power bank will be gone in a week in my neighborhood
maybe install it on a higher ground
WYZE Cam consumes 1.3~1.5W and the solar panel can provide about 11W, the excess power gets stored in a power pack. RAVPpower used in my first prototype is amzn.to/3irH3CX but the final build is using the recycled power pack from a LED "Solar Flood Light" that also has the solar panel included: amzn.to/30MpaZJ
My review for the RAVPower power bank is czcams.com/video/buVrRDQPRwA/video.html
WYZE Cam amzn.to/33L9SWP
WYZE Pan amzn.to/2XM2MO2
Other gears I use: www.amazon.com/shop/fastunboxer
Please let me know what you think, thanks!
So how does your neighbor across the street like being monitored and recorded 24x7x365? Yes Ring Doorbells do same things but not so much in your face and are motion activated. Expect them to call HOA police. Lol. Overall nice setup though, answered a lot of questions for me, and borrowing a piece or two of your ideas. Thx. Ps. Whats your address so I can come by and pick the gear up. Lol 😁👍
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i hate the bag. i rather pay 100 buck more for people not to ask me about the bag.
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