how close does my device (ipad/iphone) need to be to this for it to work. can i leave my device inside and take this out in the yard?
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About 10 meters. Sorry we recommend not leave your device inside since the inner surface is flat.
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The device is directional - the sound comes out the front. So if you put it in the middle of a yard, it's not going to cover the area behind it.
376351
You need to remove the case. I guess you could do it with the case still on but it would be so awkward and probably break the door to the plug....... it's not worth it. for all intents and purposes you need to remove the case. i bought a transend wifi sd card and a charger with 2 batteries to minimize how much i will have to take the case off. it works for me, maybe a deal breaker for you.
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You probably need something a bit more sophisticated than this. It works with Bluetooth so my iPhone and iPad see it easily in the next room, but it must be within range i.e. in my apartment. I currently have it in a terrarium in which I am overwintering some delicate plants. I also used it to fine tune the thermostats for the heating in my apartment this winter as well as to double check the function of the heater in an aquarium And it was great for that. If you have a landline phone or wifi in your cabin there are weather stations you could get that could alert you. I don't think this is the right solution for your needs. You probably need something a bit more sophisticated than this. It works with Bluetooth so my iPhone and iPad see it easily in the next room, but it must be within range i.e. in my apartment. I currently have it in a terrarium in which I am overwintering some delicate plants. I also used it to fine tune the thermostats for the heating in my apartment this winter as well as to double check the function of the heater in an aquarium And it was great for that. If you have a landline phone or wifi in your cabin there are weather stations you could get that could alert you. I don't think this is... » Read More You probably need something a bit more sophisticated than this. It works with Bluetooth so my iPhone and iPad see it easily in the next room, but it must be within range i.e. in my apartment. I currently have it in a terrarium in which I am overwintering some delicate plants. I also used it to fine tune the thermostats for the heating in my apartment this winter as well as to double check the function of the heater in an aquarium And it was great for that. If you have a landline phone or wifi in your cabin there are weather stations you could get that could alert you. I don't think this is the right solution for your needs. « Show Less
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I have a two-story home. The Renny is on a kitchen counter on the main floor. I often leave my phone in my closed den on the second floor. There is a distance of probably over 50 feet and several walls. No problems with bluetooth reception there or anywhere in the house.
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It's not built to withstand weather. So I doubt it should be outside unless very well protected. It's a good device though and I always received great support.
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I am not sure how well it will work if I am moving my cell phone around. It has worked perfectly since I installed about a month or so ago, but I keep my phone directly beside the PhoneLynx since I am using this a my primary home phone. I don't take this cell phone out of the house. I think the directions say you need to be within 10 feet, but can't be certain on that.
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This is not for outside, unless you put it in a garage or barn. It works within 2000 feet .
89937
I mostly use my iPad. I have it about 8-10 ft from the speaker. I use it for a yoga class and the speaker is across the room from me. Works great, I just love it!
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The furthest we've tried it was to have the cell phone in the house and the speaker about 20 yards away in the garage and it still worked. We can easily take it from room to room in the house while leaving the phone/tablet, etc in one place.
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Yes you can. I have found that this device doesn't work well in cold weather. I leave mine in the car (I live in Massachusetts) and it does /has not worked well. I plug mine into my iPad and can stream it to my headphones. It will work.
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1) I do NOT see they have taken the device to the WiFi certification org (no logo), that is about as close as you could get to "compatible to any device" 2) However, I have it working with a iPhone 5, iPad 2, and a couple different lap tops. 3) From a signal level, I was able to use going through no fewer than 6 walls and 30-40 feet
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I can't duplicate that situation. I have 2 thoughts. Has the device gotten wet? The other thought is you could keep it in the unlocked position when it's unused.
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Bluetooth range is about 30 feet. However, it depends if you are in or around obstructions, concrete, thick walls. Etc. I have gone beyond 30 feet line of site. Such as working in the yard with the device on my deck. Good Luck. I'm sure you will love this item
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As an electronic device, you will need to keep it dry. If your outside box protects it from direct moisture, it should be fine. Mine is in my unheated barn. It does well in heat and freezing cold (dormant).
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More or less. I have it plugged in behind my entertainment center and it works as long as my phone is within about 10 feet of the unit. Go behind a wall and forget it. I bet if I had the receiver out in the open instead of behind the entertainment center it would have better range, but I am happy with the range it has now. This device is pretty sweet!
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I have about 5 of them and once in a while I will move one to the outside. As long as its not submerged or too far away from its wifi connection, it works just fine. Its when i place it too far away that I lose connection. I put it under an awning/covered area so that it doesn't get hit directly by the elements. I also placed a little duct tape around the openings in the back where the plugs go in so that no dust etc get in there. So far it works just fine outside based on my tests.