Reconeyez: Which components should use solar panels?

Minimizing the need for frequent battery replacements is best achieved by utilizing solar power for all system devices. Others have deployed devices without solar-powered sirens or keypads, leading to inevitable battery failure and the need to replace with freshly charged batteries.

All equipment continuously drains battery power, even when inactive. Devices periodically check in via a central bridge, and each unit functions as a repeater within an automated mesh network, with no option to disable this repeater function.

It's important to note that even with solar power, periodic maintenance is still necessary. Dirty lenses, cobweb formation, and plant growth will still require occasional site visits.

When solar or AC power is not viable, battery extenders are available to extend battery life. Each extender adds four additional batteries to a device, and multiple extenders can be used per device to further enhance battery life.