Does this unit have a port to plug in a solar panel?
208035
Both of mine came with solar charger port. Problem is I don't know what size charger to buy for 4 AA batteries
208036
I don't believe so. It was never advertised as such, never promoted as such and I've never discovered a port for a plug. I will say that the four batteries keep the timer and motor running well. Of course, I just had the motor run twice/day for a few seconds to distribute cracked corn to feed local birds.
1966606
I'll take a guess that by 'utility port' you mean a place to plug in a vacuum hose directly to the unit; if that is what you mean, the answer is yes. There's a spring-loaded flap. You turn it on with the switch that's mounted on the unit.
1969331
Yes, if you have a usb charging cable simply plug it into the solar charger and then plug it into your phone.
542535
There are packages that include the solar panel. It should list if it is included. I bought one last summer, live in Ohio, and set up a duel gate. The 5 watt panel didn't keep up with our needs. I installed a second panel and it has worked great even through the cold winter. I am very pleased with its performance.
1125781
No but the top/ "solar panel" is entirely inadequate in my opinion. 8 hours in direct sunlight to charge 2 AA batteries doesn't meet my needs.
1248253
No. There are no output ports for any cables, not even power as it runs on batteries.
417138
Yes, gives voltage for solar output, both voltage and amps when battery mode is selected. I have nothing connected to the load terminal.
179256
It does have a USB port, but it is one of the small newer one (micro USB?) and is used to charge the battery in the unit It never occurred to me that it might also be a source of power for other units. I am curious to see if someone responds who does know.
1399861
HI, Might did not come with a solar charger. I am not sure if it can be hooked up to one or not.
1100604
No, to power it, it came with a USB cord that can connect into a USB port on a computer or USB wall adapter.
1594735
You can charge it via this port. It will take about an hour, but this is better since the solar panel will take forever to store a charge. The blue light indicates it is storing a charge.
2031087
No. Just two USB ports. One for power & data and another just for additional power.
1608862
No. The solar panel needs direct sunlight to fully charge and function properly. I had this same issue and so I relocated solar light to get direct sun and purchased a battery operated light for the area not receiving direct sun.
843402
Mine has a port as well. I never use it and didn't even notice it unitl I looked for it.
1419633
No. It has an ethernet out port, a cable in port, and a port to connect to the AC adapter.
793634
There is a port, but you will have to buy the adapter separately. I do like the unit.
495258
I think they make one now that has a USB port. Mine is older model. Can't charge anything. Also if you just looking, I wouldn't get this. The solar panel takes forever to really charge. And radio or flashlight only works couple of minutes