Abstract: An arrangement for mounting a solar panel to a surface, the arrangement including a frame for supporting a solar panel, and at least one support structure and mounting structure for mounting the frame to a surface. The support structure is preferably a wing-like structure that may be pivoted outward from frame, and mounting structure is preferably a suction cup that can be attached to the wing-like structure to mount the solar panel to a surface.

Abstract: A solar panel incorporating a selectively actuable energy availability indicator arrangement. The arrangement includes a visual indicator, such as an LED, and a selectively actuable button. Actuation of the button completes a circuit to read the level of energy available. A resistor in series with the LED as it is connected to the terminals of the solar panel limits the current flow through the LED. A blocking diode connected in series with a charging battery prevents the LED from reading the charge of the battery.

Abstract: A modular system of mating connector cables for connecting solar power sources to devices requiring power includes connector cables assembled from compatible cable segments, mating connectors and junctions. The cables of the system may be of consistent polarity among various configurations such that current flows through mating connectors at the cable ends. The cables may be variously configured to provide for the connection of solar power sources in series or in parallel, and for connection to devices with various power input connectors or terminals.