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Using charger as a wired connection?

awholenoobworld — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 20:10:37 GMT

Of our 10 wireless cameras, there is one that gets set off so often that it's just not feasible to keep it charged, though we do require a camera pointed in that position. We already invested so much in the wireless versions that we can't switch to wired ones. Is there a way to wire one of the wireless cameras? Can we use the charger plugged into an extension cord run along the ceiling, if nothing else? I didn't realize the battery would be dying every other day and it's difficult for me to lug around and climb a giant ladder as a disabled person.

Re: Using charger as a wired connection?

AckAck — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 04:30:54 GMT

Yes, it would seem your idea would work on Arlo Pro Camera.That's essentially what I've done.

I got a 20 ft all weather USB cable, drilled thru garage gable, plugged USB wire w/ Arlo adapter into an extension cord, into a power outlet in garage attic.

Re: Using charger as a wired connection?

steve_t — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 04:46:24 GMT

If the camera is indoors, definitely look at running it on full time AC power