This is for the bedroom and I like it dark, I am concerned that the display glow constantly and be annoying during the night? Does the display black out when not in use, does it have a cover to have a dark room? Thanks. This is for the bedroom and I like it dark, I am concerned that the display glow constantly and be annoying during the night? Does the display black out when not in use, does it have a cover to... » Read More This is for the bedroom and I like it dark, I am concerned that the display glow constantly and be annoying during the night? Does the display black out when not in use, does it have a cover to have a dark room? Thanks. « Show Less
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The screen is backlit for 12 seconds when you press any button. At all other times it is dark. I have three similar models of the thermostat and the first one does not have the backlit screen feature. You definitely want to have that valuable feature.
1048653
There is no light involved. To see it at night you would either have to turn the room lights on or use a flashlight, so it definitely will not keep you awake.
664410
Sorry for the late response. The on button glows, which is a little star. It wouldn't really be enough light to see it in the dark though.
1440309
On occasion, I'll have the timer by the bed, and I can clearly see it from the side. No need to pick up the timer to view. It can clearly been seen at an angle. Timer can be viewed in low light, but doesn't glow for viewing in the dark.
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Personally I have not. I have mine in a room with 3 windows along the wall that this one sits in front of so no sunlight shines directly on it. I do watch this tv often during the day and leave the lights on a good bit and have not had a problem with the glare. With that said a dim lit or dark room really makes the picture "pop" out on this thing. I love watching the unit at night with all the lights out. This unit really creates a cinematic feel.
1128337
No, usually turn it off when I go to bed but there is a smaller light in the room so its not pitch black. Don't turn the light on until I get home from work at 5 or 6.
776160
Yes, the switch glows (probably an LED) when it is OFF so you can find it in the dark. Not very bright but not sure how to quantify that. Bright enough to help you find the switch but not so bright that it would bother me in my bedroom.
1117282
I like the bedroom very dark, and the lights were a bit bright. No wway to turn them off, but black electrical tape works wonders. I have 2 of these units, and knew that this could be an issue before I bought. Highly recommend this model due to its functionality, Apply electrical tape as needed.
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Yes, it does come on when there is enough light to see in the room. It only stays on a short time though. I look at it this way. So far, there's nothing on the market that can get the nightlight feature exactly right so if I have to spend a few pennies a year when this thing comes on during the day time, I can live with that. If you absolutely need it off during the day, you might plug it into a timer but the cost of a timer and the fact that a timer runs all day along with your motion sensor might increase your pennies to nickels or dimes. These are nice and I think most people will agree compared to any other plug and play available off the shelf. Yes, it does come on when there is enough light to see in the room. It only stays on a short time though. I look at it this way. So far, there's nothing on the market that can get the nightlight feature exactly right so if I have to spend a few pennies a year when this thing comes on during the day time, I can live with that. If you absolutely need it off during the day, you might plug it into a timer but the cost of a timer and the fact that a timer runs all day along with your motion sensor might increase your pennies to nickels or dimes. These are nice and I think most people will agree... » Read More Yes, it does come on when there is enough light to see in the room. It only stays on a short time though. I look at it this way. So far, there's nothing on the market that can get the nightlight feature exactly right so if I have to spend a few pennies a year when this thing comes on during the day time, I can live with that. If you absolutely need it off during the day, you might plug it into a timer but the cost of a timer and the fact that a timer runs all day along with your motion sensor might increase your pennies to nickels or dimes. These are nice and I think most people will agree compared to any other plug and play available off the shelf. « Show Less
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The lights and display are dim and there is no fan noise. I have it in the same room I sleep in and it's no problem at all.
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Mine is fine. I put it on my night stand right next to my face and it doesn't turn on in the middle of the night. Maybe someone/something is playing in your room...just kidding.
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The only thing I can say is that I've never had a problem with the night light shutting off with my unit, and the LED light is only an indicator light, it's not supposed to be that bright. If the night light doesn't shut off, I would ask for a replacement unit.
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First, I haven't actually timed its duration. However, I do notice that the intensity decreases when you switch to nightlight mode. I believe it should last longer because of this, but cannot confirm.
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While on vacation recently I used the device (on a timer) in a room with a lamp (also on a timer). The lamp was at the back of the room, Fake TV at the front. The Fake TV still looked good from outside. Other reviewers say that the room must be completely dark if you wish to use the "timer" on the device. I found it more useful to put the Fake TV on a regular timer so that I could adjust the on-off times and also have a lamp in the background. This option seemed more realistic to me.
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I've purchased 4 total and never had a problem, it just has to be dark. You could place your hand over sensor to make it dark, to make sure, otherwise prob faulty
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Hi, I can't see it at night. I have good eyesight and frustratingly, through the years I have been gullible enough to purchase different brands of these NON-seeable clocks!! Also, the ones that are seeable require that you reach for the clock and press a button...how ridiculous is that on a cold night?...A highly Un-recommended product.
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When the on-off switch is pressed to "on" the screen lights up bright enough for me to see in the dark. I have not discovered any way to stop the light from coming on, or for making it brighter or darker. The battery seems unaffected by having the light on for a long time, but how can I measure that when it just does its own thing?
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There is no back-light. But if I remember correctly there is an option to keep the display on via the battery. You may or may not be able to read it with just a night light. I have three of these and I really like them; but I have it optioned for the display to go out when there is no light to power the solar panel. And of course I love having the correct time all the time. I've never had any problem with any of the three, but you have to be smarter than a box of rocks to get it set up -- its cheap enough to throw it out if you can't get it going correctly!!