Does this work in an outdoor fixture with a timer on the light switch? (in other words, it doesn't sense motion; it just goes on and off at set times)
1109416
Yes, it will work fine. I have mine in an outdoor fixture that turns off and on with a dusk to dawn switch (just like a timer) and it works great.
1109417
Yes, we have our bulb in an outdoor light fixture with a on/off switch (and a dimmer) and it has worked very well.
1109418
I don't see why it wouldn't work. The bulb is just a bulb. For the motion-sensing, that depends on the fixture. The fixture tells the bulb to turn off/on. So, with a timer, it would be the same. The fixture would te the bulb to turn off/on.
1829653
It can be done but not that practical. My light is connected to a wall switch that I can turn on or off. The key is you have a built in timer that is activated with motion to turn light on when dusk approaches. The timer is turned off if you turn switch off then on again. I know the instruction tell you how long you need to wait if you want to back to motion use but this will put light on until you decide to turn it off again. They also make similar lights that are not motion activated. This may be your best approach.
691375
No, I wouldn't use this outdoors. I would buy a grounded timer specifically rated for outdoor use.
1465979
Make sure "IN" Wires are from power source. And "OUT" to your light. Also connect your "Neg" last. I found that when I hooked up wires opposite of this lights never shut off. When I did as I just advised I had no issues. And when motion was detected lights came on for 17 sec after last detected motion. I timed it 6x to confirm. Hope this helps you. Good luck.
929506
This is a daylight off, dark on, light controlled device. It only reacts to light and dark, motion has no bearing on its operation. You might want to purchase a motion controlled light that is also sensitive to light and dark. It will turn on at night if there is motion in its range of detection. It will not come on in daylight even if there is motion in its range of detection.
502123
although it is motion sensored, it does work from dusk to dawn, i leave the light switch on all the time where it is connected.
838445
Hello, Not sure I can help you. We have 2 of these lights each on a separate switch. I generally don't leave either one on because we have enough light in our park. If I quickly flip the switch twice the light goes manually. They do work as motion sensor lights if switched into the proper mode. We do like these lights and have LED bulbs in them. Take Care.
637545
The short answer is I don't know. The long answer is that after installing the timer/switch, I haven't had to touch it other than when the time changes twice a year and I want to set the clock appropriately. So, if it is in a waterproof box outside and no moisture gets in, I would guess it would work. My thinking is that it is really easy to install and the item is not all that expensive, that I would give it a try, and if it doesn't work, then go to the more expensive options.
2133592
Yes it will work on a timer. Only thing is, only one setting at a time will operate. Like if you wanted it to go on in the morning and off at night. You would have to manually switch from day lights to night lights in order to use the blue ones for night.
248009
Yes, that is correct. It has a built in motion detector. The light will come on when it senses any motion and turn off after the prescribed amount of time (I think its 10 mins).
2048012
It won't come on when the sun is out and is motion-activated. It only stays on for a few minutes then goes off. It was very bright when it worked, but mine stopped working soon after I bought it.
1266906
You might have motion detection issues if the lamp is behind a white-frosted glass cover, but I have no way of testing. I mounted mine in a recessed can-style porch fixture though, by using an adapter - the kind that adds two outlets to a light socket, with a chain pull switch (which I leave on for this application).
1654637
it will come on when any motion is noticed by the eye. to use it as a light may not work even on a on off switch.
2140663
It is not a motion detector. It is just a standard floodlight operated by a switch! It is important to note that motion detector lighting require a switch. if turned off/on quickly, it will stay on. If turned off, a moment later turned on, it will cycle as desired!
1586156
The light can NOT be used in a "normal" on/off mode. It has no switch. If the battery is in it will always work as it was designed, i.e., it will come on when there is BOTH motion AND darkness. I use it in an outdoor shower and it provides plenty of light for night-time bathing. It stays on as long as you continue to move and the ambient light is low.
1327980
My experience is that these bulbs only detect movement not light . They do come on during the day if the garage is dark.
1233806
Yes we have ours on a timer, but it can be setup for a standard switched light.