Has anyone tried using it from inside a car? does the appropriate wavelength go thru auto glass?
2089415
In Nebraska fall and winter sunlight expect a huge decrease (or stop) in efficiency behind even a windshield on a modern car/truck. Any tint / uv protection seems to drop the performance.
2089416
I get dual use from the panel. I place it upon the dashboard to charge various devices and to protect my dashboard from the brutal Arabian sun. I am not an expert (wavelenght measuring) but I have not noticed any depreciation in charging rates between the car roof/hood or on the dashboard below the windshield. In fact, I have used it throughout my vehicle as required to get the most direct sun and the panel performs.
2043840
We installed this into my wife's auto. It really depends on the angle of your setting. We did find that using the mirror's up/down angle lever helps. Placing anti-glare on the rear window would help as well. I think the issue is the amount of light coming in through the rear window vs the display is what is causing to poor visibility.
2045166
Yea works fine. All of mine are outside. I have had no problems yet just keep it under the porch or something. Also you can not point it out a window because the IR will reflect back at you on the glass and it wont work.
1044636
It has worked fine for me in a car application. Just make sure it doesn't get wet or moisture.
1618136
I wouldn't recommend it. It is bright enough for a car interior but not in a room to illuminate pictures or art. You wouldn't see the light and it will most likely die if left on for a prolonged period of time.
237917
Well it doesn't work well at all IMO but I doubt it's any worse with a UV windshield. Besides... Aren't all windshields UV protected?
1057306
No, because it is not clear enough to see through. It will distort your view, and make it difficult to navigate your vehicle. Works great for a rear window in my opinion.
1128904
In my experience, it isn't practical at all. It covers the windshield from outside using clips from inside and you have to open the doors from both sides of the car. I used it just once and thats it.
1363165
I wouldn't attempt to use this on glass. As others have mentioned; it is solely designed to be used on headlights which are made of plastic. So in that regard... if you are trying to buff something plastic, then go ahead; if glass, I would avoid it.
1761678
Not a good idea. First it will probably be peeled off by the window's rubber seal. If the shade film does somehow go down inside your car door with the window, it may not come back out!
288476
Yes but don't go any darker than this tint or you'll turn your interior into a fishbowl at night. Can't see out but everyone can see in. Stay with the lesser tints if that is your concern
721611
No. Mine worked as soon as I put it in my car window. This is definitely my choice as far as performance. I've had a couple different brands before this one...I was disappointed with the others. This seems simple and easy to read...as a bonus it lights up when needed. It hasn't failed me so far. ;)
184730
depends on your windshield reflection and how close you are to the window. when you are far from the window you can not see the inside of the car but when you are close to the window (on the driver seat for example) then you can see outside through the window Regards, Ori
1480915
I bought this light after another brand I had did not work in auto mode. So far I have not had any problems with it. You may want to ensure that the sensor is not being blocked, and that you are within 60 degrees of the sensor. There is also a limitation on far away it can be (15 feet I believe). Other than that, just make sure the batteries are fresh.
1939529
I am sorry, I only tried to use the radio for far distance FM station receiving at home, so not for installation in a car. But the radio was not good for my application, so I returned it. Turning it on, wiring it up on my desk was very simple, the instructions seem to be 100%. Sorry for not being able to help you.
1261132
I have never used mine in that manner but auto glass is two piece with a plastic laminate and it works very well, I would say yes.
1643020
The device, as an Ifra-red device is heat sensitive. I can drive in front of it with a car that has just been started, and it won't trigger. But if the car has been running and is hot, it will trigger. I can't tell you if it will trigger through glass, but since it seems to be most triggered by heat, I would not anticipate it. But I guess its worth a try.