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Solar camera compatibility builder

Find the right solar camera before you buy the wrong one.

Solar cameras differ dramatically. Start with connectivity, PIR/AOV operation, viewing method and NVR requirements — the four answers that eliminate incompatible models fastest.

4G or Wi-Fi
PIR or AOV
Phone, PC or monitor
Solar requirements questionnaire

We’ll narrow the options for you.

No model recommendation should happen until the first four compatibility questions are answered.

Compatibility essentialsStep 1 of 5
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Four deal-breakers first

These choices rule out incompatible solar camera families before we look at features or price.

All 4 required
01

How will the camera connect?

Choose the network available at the installation point.

02

PIR motion activated or AOV?

This determines whether the camera sleeps between events or remains available for ongoing monitoring.

ImportantPIR-only cameras are generally unsuitable for continuous 24/7 monitoring because they sleep between motion events. AOV is the correct starting point for ongoing monitoring, but not every AOV model records full frame rate 24/7.
03

How must you view the cameras?

This is one of the biggest filters. Many solar cameras are phone-app only.

PC viewing is a deal-breakerIf PC software is essential, it must be confirmed before camera selection. This rules out many app-only solar cameras.
04

Standalone app or NVR integration?

NVR and ONVIF needs determine which camera ecosystem can be used.

ONVIF does not mean “works with everything”Compatibility still needs confirmation. Battery/PIR cameras may sleep and interrupt continuous NVR recording even when some ONVIF functions are supported.
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2

How many cameras and what coverage?

Tell us the size and viewing style of the solar system.

1 camera
1

Coverage required

Select all that apply.

3

Recording and storage

Choose how footage should be recorded and how long it should be retained.

Select all that apply

How long must footage be retained?

4

Installation location and features

Solar performance depends on the site, sunlight and the features you expect to use.

Site conditions

Installation location

Sunlight availability

Additional requirements

5

Send the requirements to Spytek

We’ll use these answers to shortlist only models that match your viewing, recording and integration needs.

No payment required
Spytek should still confirm the exact camera/NVR compatibility, solar sizing, stock and data requirements before quoting.

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