With the increase of people's attention to home security and the rapid development of the smart home market, smart cameras have become one of the important tools to protect home security. Wyze camera is a smart home product that can be used to monitor and protect homes, offices, and other indoor spaces. It is loved by consumers for its cheap, easy-to-use, and high-performance features, and has become the smart camera of choice for many users. one of the brands. However, because Wyze cameras need to work for a long time, battery life has become a problem that cannot be ignored. Many users will find that the charging method of Wyze cameras is troublesome after purchasing Wyze cameras. How to keep the Wyze camera working in case of a power outage emergency? In order to solve this problem, many users began to consider using an external power supply to charge the Wyze camera, which can save time and ensure charging safety. Therefore, users will be interested in the question of how to power cycle Wyze camera. This article will discuss this topic and provide users with some practical suggestions.
Wyze Camera Charging Methods
Before answering the question of how to power cycle Wyze camera, we first need to know the charging method that this camera is suitable for.
There are two main charging methods for Wyze camera: one is to use the power adapter to charge through the USB interface; the other is to use an external power supply to charge through the Micro USB interface. For the power adapter, users need to choose a power adapter that meets the Wyze camera charging specification to avoid undercharging or overheating. For external power supplies, users also need to choose external power supplies that meet Wyze camera charging specifications to ensure safe and efficient charging.
Two general methods on how to power cycle Wyze camera by using power supplies
1. Direct power supply through DC interface
Many cameras have their own DC interface, which can be directly powered by an portable power station. The advantage of this method is that it is simple and easy to use, and does not require additional converters or chargers. In addition, the direct power supply of the DC interface can avoid voltage instability and other problems, thus ensuring the normal operation of the camera. The portable power station of our brand usually has three 12VDC output ports, which fully meet the power supply needs of Wyze camera.
Case: When a photographer is shooting outdoors, he uses an portable power station with a capacity of 20000mAh to power the camera through the DC interface. During the shooting process, the photographer found that the camera's power consumption was very fast, but through the power supply of the portable power station, the camera always maintained sufficient power, which made the shooting process very smooth.
2. Powered by USB port
Some cameras do not have a DC interface, but can be powered via the USB interface. At this time, you need to use a USB to DC converter to convert the USB interface of the outdoor power supply into a DC interface to power the camera. The advantage of this method is that it is widely applicable, and many new cameras are powered by the USB interface. Our portable power station usually has four 5V USB output ports, and some models have Type-C output ports, which can also meet the needs of powering Wyze camera.
Case: A photographer uses an portable power station with a capacity of 12000mAh to power the camera through the USB interface. During the shoot, the photographer found that the camera's battery drained quickly, but thanks to the USB to DC converter, the camera still worked fine.
3. Powered by the portable solar power station
If you are outdoors for a long time, the best way to charge digital products is to use a backup power supply. Portable solar power station is a way to use solar energy to provide power supply for equipment. The solar energy is converted into electricity by the solar panel, stored in the battery, and then powered by the converter for the camera. The advantages of this method are environmental protection and energy saving, especially suitable for long-term outdoor shooting. Our products support solar charging, just place the solar panel under the sun to realize solar charging.
Case: A photographer uses a portable solar power station to power the camera when shooting in the wild. Although the capacity of the portable solar power station is small, it can still provide enough power for the camera under sufficient sunlight, so that the shooting process can be completed smoothly.
The above are some references and suggestions on how to power cycle Wyze camera in this article. In short, charging Wyze camera with a portable power station is a feasible charging method, which can improve charging efficiency to a certain extent, but users need to pay attention to product quality and charging specifications when choosing an external power supply to ensure charging safety and efficiency. At the same time, when using an external power supply, users also need to pay attention to some details to ensure the service life and user experience of the Wyze camera.
