Introduction to RLA-CD1 Reolink Dock

The RLA-CD1 is a specially designed expansion dock for Reolink battery-powered cameras. It enhances charging efficiency and reduces the time required to recharge your camera batteries. 
This article introduces the RLA-CD1, its compatibility with Reolink devices, installation steps, and practical usage tips to help you get the most from your device. 

Table of Contents

1. What is the RLA-CD1 Reolink Dock?

2. Compatible Cameras and Power Accessories

3. Installing the RLA-CD1 Dock

4. Connecting and Using the RLA-CD1 Dock

1. What is the RLA-CD1 Reolink Dock?

The RLA-CD1 is specifically designed for Reolink battery-powered cameras. It enables you to connect up to two power sources simultaneously to a single camera, thereby extending operating time and boosting charging efficiency. 

Key features:

• Dual input, single output: Two USB-C input ports and one USB-C output cable for powering a camera from two devices at once.
• 2x Reolink Solar Panels
• 2x RLA-BP1 Battery Packs
• 1x Solar Panel + 1x RLA-BP1
• With a built-in temperature and humidity sensor, the RLA-CD1 can display real-time environmental data in the Reolink App (only on supported camera models).
• Stackable charging efficiency: For example, when connected to two 6W solar panels, the dock can provide up to 12W of charging power, significantly reducing charging time.
• Extended battery life: When connected to dual RLA-BP1 battery packs, it drastically improves camera uptime—ideal for remote areas with inconsistent sunlight or long-term surveillance applications.

2. Compatible Cameras and Power Accessories

Compatible Cameras

Compatible Power Accessories

The USB-C input ports on the RLA-CD1 support:

• Reolink RLA-BP1 Battery Pack
• Reolink Solar Panel

Note:
When used with the Reolink TrackMix LTE Plus 2, the dock is compatible with the original battery pack of the camera. In this setup, you can connect an additional RLA-BP1 or a Reolink solar panel to enhance the power supply. The dock does not support powering the Reolink TrackMix LTE Plus 2 camera solely with two solar panels, since the camera does not have an internal battery. 

3. Installing the RLA-CD1 Dock

The RLA-CD1 supports both wall mounting and bracket mounting (bracket mounting is currently compatible with Reolink TrackMix LTE Plus 2’s bracket only).

Before Installation

Check the package contents and familiarize yourself with the dock’s structure.

What’s in the Box

Device overview

Step-by-Step Installation

Step 1: Attach to the Mounting Bar
Secure the dock to the mounting bar using two screws. 

Step 2: Mount the Dock
Option 1: Wall Mounting

Stick the mounting template on the wall, then drill two 1-inch deep holes 

• For hard walls (e.g. concrete or brick walls): Drill the two wall anchors from the screw bag into the wall. Then secure the RLA-CD1 onto the wall with two screws.
• For soft walls (e.g. wooden walls): Drill the two screws to secure the RLA-CD1 onto the wall.

Option 2: Bracket Mounting (Compatible with Reolink TrackMix LTE Plus 2 brackets only)

Attach the dock to the camera bracket with two screws as shown in the diagram below.

Note:
To ensure proper water resistance, install the dock with the logo facing upward. 

4. Connecting and Using the RLA-CD1 Dock

• Scenario 1: Using with Reolink TrackMix LTE Plus 2

  Step 1: Connect the Devices

  1. Plug the RLA-CD1 dock’s USB-C output cable into the camera's charging port.

  2. Plug the USB-C cable from the RLA-BP1 battery pack or Reolink Solar Panel into the dock’s input port.
  The following is an example of connecting two RLA-BP1 battery packs.

  

  Dock LED Indicators During Connecting:

  Connecting	Flashing Green Light (3s)
  Connection Successful	Solid Green Light (2s)

  After a successful connection, open the Reolink App. Go to the camera’s Settings > Expansion Devices. 

  You can check the real-time humidity (represented by the droplet icon) and temperature (represented by the thermometer icon).

  Tap the device name or image to view system info or rename the dock.

  

  Step 2. Pair the Device

  1. In the Expansion Devices page, tap Go to Pairing, then tap Battery Pack to begin pairing 

  

  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to pair the RLA-BP1 battery pack with the RLA-CD1.

  • Turn on Battery Pack: Press and hold the switch of the battery pack for three seconds to turn on the battery pack.
  • Enter Pairing Mode: Quickly press the battery pack switch three times to activate Pairing Mode of the battery pack – the red and green lights will then flash alternately on the battery pack.
  • Pairing: The battery pack should appear in the App. Tap Pairing next to the device 
  • Confirmation: When the App shows “Pairing Complete,” tap Continue. You can name the battery pack or tap Skip.

  

  

  Dock LED Indicators During Pairing:

  Start Pairing	Red & Green Lights Flash Alternately
  Pairing Completed	Solid Green Light(2s)
  Pairing Failed	Solid Red Light(2s)

  3. Then the paired battery pack(s) and their respective battery levels will be displayed on the Expansion Devices page.

  • If using two RLA-BP1 battery packs, repeat the process to pair the second one. 
  • When connecting one battery pack and one solar panel, only the battery pack requires pairing. The solar panel does not need to be paired. 

  

  To manage battery packs: 

  Tap the name of the battery pack to access its settings page. Then you can:

  • View battery level, temperature, model, and hardware/software versions 
  • Rename the battery pack
  • Manage the indicator light 
  • Tap Delete to unpair the battery pack with the RLA-CD1 dock

  

• Scenario 2: Using with Other Compatible Cameras

  Simply connect two power sources (e.g., solar panels or battery packs) to the RLA-CD1, then connect it to the camera. No additional setup is required—the camera will automatically receive power from the solar panel or the battery pack you connected.

The RLA-CD1 Reolink Dock is an efficient and flexible accessory to enhance the power performance of your Reolink battery-powered cameras. It's especially helpful in areas with limited sunlight, inconsistent weather, or remote installation sites requiring reliable, continuous performance. 

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