Argus 3 Pro + Solar Panel Package

[user_812059413459103_812059413459103]

Hi everyine!

I have just purchased/ordered the Argus 3 Pro, with the matching solar panel. Apparently the camera now has the USB-C connection not the Micro-USB.

I am assuming the paired/supplied solar panel will also have the USB-C connector?

Is this correct?

My 2nd question is that the USB-C extension cable has a rubber boot for the male end of the solar panel, but does not appear to have a rubber boot for a water proof connection to the camera?

Is this correct?

Can anyone definitely tell me if the extension cable is water proofed at both ends?

Thanks in advance

[joseph_1979]

@user_812059413459103_812059413459103 I have the Argus 3 Pro connected to a solar panel and using the Reolink extension cable. The extension cable has rubber protections at both ends. However, when connecting the extension to the solar panel end it is recommended to use amalgamated tape around the connection. I have this setup for 2 years now and never had any issue.

Moreover please check the connector type on solar and camera. On mine they are micro USB and not type C. Type C is only available on the Argus 3 ultra.

According to specs it is still micro USB.
https://m.reolink.com/product/argus-3-pro/?gad_source=1#specifications

[user_812059413459103_812059413459103]

@joseph_1979 Thx. But as I mentioned the NEW Argus 3 Pro has been upgraded to USB-C but there is no mention that the paired (by Reolink) solar panel in the package that was advertised and sold on Reolink home page has been changed to USB-C. I am aware that it was Micro USB, the same on the Panel, but when you order the latest ones, there is an added comment from Reolink that the Argus 3 Pro camera is now 5MP and has the USB-C connection.

I am assuming that they would NOT pair the wrong Solar Panel connection with the camera

[user_812059413459103_812059413459103]

@joseph_1979

[joseph_1979]

@user_812059413459103_812059413459103 Then it is fine. I based my comments on what I have and read from their website. It's a good camera and never had any issue with both the Pro and the Ultra. Note that detection is based on PIR which when set to max sensitivity it will detect objects at max range of 33 feet. And this is dependent on the pattern of the PIR. Detection is immediate if object passes across and delayed if moving towards PIR. Because PIR uses the difference in heat to detect movement, ambient temperatures can greatly affect its sensitivity. If one has power at the location or even better can have a POE connection, then it is recommended to opt for a POE camera where detection is based on pixel changes and one can have either post recording and 24x7. This cannot be achieved through battery operated cams.

And as I suggested, use a waterproof self amalgamating tape at the joint. The tape bonds to itself once stretched to form a watertight seal.

[user_812059413459103_812059413459103]

@joseph_1979 Thank you Joseph, mush appreciated

[joseph_1979]

@user_812059413459103_812059413459103 You're welcome.

[ML_812798949916887]

@joseph_1979

the argus 3 pro is now upgraded to 5mp and usb-c, but the connector point seems a bit hard to plug in.

and also the battery stuck at 100% when connected to the usb c solar panel? I heard the micro-usb model won't have this issue?

cheers.

[joseph_1979]

@ml_812798949916887 Maybe it's a bit tight. Just push it. Both Argus 3 Pro and Ultra are fully charged. They are not triggered often. The solar has at least 8 hours of sun.