Can anyone think of a reason I could NOT plug the chime into an extension cord? I want it as close to my bed as possible so I'm sure to wake up!
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extension cord is fine. However, remember the chime unit is also a radio receiver. It gets signal when the button is pushed. Make sure your "receiver" is getting a signal.....that is to say it may not work if moved too far from transmitter or if signal must pass thru several walls
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No reason at all. It just needs power so no reason why it cannot be plugged in on an extension cord which would supply power it needs.
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If unit is polarized (one prone bigger than the other) & cord is not polarized (one hole elondgated) You need a cord that is polarized.
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you shouldn't use an extension cord ever. The doorbell is loud, or plug it in your bedroom at night.Its a good door b ell.
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I had to get an electrician to do mine although I had done wiring as an amateur. The instructions were not very clear. So I'm sorry i can't help you. I will say that the chime is really great now that it is installed.
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Artur Sadowski,The extend-a-chime is a wireless extention for wired chimes a small transmitter is connected to the existing chime and a plug in unit makes a chime sound when ever the existing chime sounds. This is useful when there is an area in the house that where the existing chime can not be heard. The one I bought on amazon was defective. I did not resolve the problem and ended up adapting a wireless door chime to do the same job. I don't recommend adapting since it took several hours and I could have bought a second extend-a-chime for much less money but didn't want to take a chance on the second one being defective.Dave Artur Sadowski,The extend-a-chime is a wireless extention for wired chimes a small transmitter is connected to the existing chime and a plug in unit makes a chime sound when ever the existing chime sounds. This is useful when there is an area in the house that where the existing chime can not be heard. The one I bought on amazon was defective. I did not resolve the problem and ended up adapting a wireless door chime to do the same job. I don't recommend adapting since it took several hours and I could have bought a second extend-a-chime for much less money but didn't want... » Read More Artur Sadowski,The extend-a-chime is a wireless extention for wired chimes a small transmitter is connected to the existing chime and a plug in unit makes a chime sound when ever the existing chime sounds. This is useful when there is an area in the house that where the existing chime can not be heard. The one I bought on amazon was defective. I did not resolve the problem and ended up adapting a wireless door chime to do the same job. I don't recommend adapting since it took several hours and I could have bought a second extend-a-chime for much less money but didn't want to take a chance on the second one being defective.Dave « Show Less
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during set up, how was the volume set in your computer/pad/phone? i control the volume in my setup, from my iPad. i believe that i too had that issue, and my son enlightened me. i may also have incorrectly set up the blue tooth. certainly glad my son is patient... because i have only been retired from being a computer programmer for over 30 years, would have hoped that i would have been able to set up a small speaker on my own!
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Too far away then would be of practical use. If the noise bothers you then look for another solution. I like to hear it because it let's me know it is working.
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Hi, It sounds like you had a power failure or lighting strike to the system. This happened to me and the alarm continued to sound-off. The only way to stop the alarm from ringing is to disconnect it from the main power source. Rotate the entire alarm counter-clockwise until it is unsecured from the base. There is a socket plug connector to the power source. Unplug. If this the only unit in the house that is sounding, it is defective and needs to be replaced.
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Suspect you have a defective device. You should just be able to set the device to alarm by the way the tab is selected by pushing the tab button back and forth from chime or alarm and it should respond appropriately as to what you choose.
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Would you give me details on how to use the extension cord? What type is it and how to connect to TV & headphone?When I follow manual instruction, sounds come from both TV & headphones. Thanks
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The problem I had was not lack of sound, but it won't turn on when I plug it in. There must be a short in the electrical wiring on my unit. I did have sound when I began using it -- nothing great, no Bose equipment. I'm sorry, but I think this is junk. I don't know what to do with it. I will find a place that recycles electrical appliances and give it to them. Alison
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I returned this alarm, and I think it's for the same reason you're posting your question: I couldn't turn off the alarm - when triggered - and get it to work in a silent mode. I don't think I could position it so my cat wouldn't set it off, and yet work as intended.
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Is there a special way to configure the unit to do this or is it easy to do? All I want is local control of devices and my doors to chime when they are opened.Thanks again for all the help.Joe
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I think the speaker is just below the sensor on the front. Perhaps that is where you would apply something. I'm still trying to wrap my head around wanting to muffle an alarm. Isn't the point of an alarm to be loud?
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Mine is mounted on a ceiling outlet under a porch, as long as it is plugged in it is either asleep waiting for a connection or is actively connected to your bluetooth device. If asleep, it wakes up as soon as you connect to it with your device. There is no on off switch to deal with.
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I had the same situation. I tried this Jack and it did not work. I had to run a wire.
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Chime (chimes itself), Off and Remote (sends to remote) switch on the sender unit. My swutch is a bit difficult to operate but I have not bothered to replace unit. Low, Off, High switch on receiver unit. Chime on receiver malfunctioned and now just "blips". Again I have not bothered to replace it. Cheap unit but incredibly useful for a wanderer. Works from front to rear of house so range is adequate. Could be used as an intruder alarm I would think. Good luck.
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I'm not sure if it would work that distance if you plan to put the bell at the entrance to the building. It would all depend on how far away you are. If I were you I'd pose that question to the folk at Honneywell. All I can tell you is that I am very satisfied with mine, but of course there are not a number of apartments between the bell and the receiver/chime box. If you buy it thru amazon and it doesn't work out for you, then return it or sell it on e-bay.
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I believe it needs to be near you. I tried across the room myself and didn't wake me up at all. It sits on the night stand and I face that way and it gently wakes me up. Soooo much better than an alarm. I love it. Bought one for my son and works well for him too !