Can I still use the bedside lamp after I set the timer? I normally sleep 6-7 hours and read books in bed before I go to sleep.
176974
I just tried this, and unfortunately the light doesn't work once it's been plugged into the device. I only use it as a timer to wake me up in the morning and it works great for that!
176975
No, the timer interrupts the power from the outlet like a wall switch that has turned off power to the outlet/lamp. The lamp switch can only be used when it comes on in the morning for about an hour, like if you really do not want it on or to stop it from coming on, but do not wish to unplug the timer. Of course if you turn off the light at the lamp switch you will have to remember to turn it back on so the lamp will come on the next morning using the timer. I have the most basic model, if there are programmable models and you have one, I can't help you there.
176976
Model 308 allows this. Model 205 does not. Can't have everything at this price!
176977
You can still use your lamp for other purposes, as long as you leave the gadget plugged into the wall. Unplug the lamp from the gadget, then plug the lamp into the adjacent wall outlet. At bedtime, plug the lamp back into the gadget and you're good to go. Sure, it's a tad more complicated, but for the price you can't beat this dawn simulator. We own 4 of them, one in every bedroom.
990666
Yes, you don't have to use the timer. You can switch it on and off like a typical lamp.
1013531
You could use a timer, but only to turn it off before the 10 hours expires. We turn it on manually about 10 minutes before bed time on pre heat low. The directions cover multiple models, so you would have to check the details.
2092508
Although I've never used this particular setting, the instructions say this about the Evening Timer: "...can keep lights on continuously--without motion--for 1 to 8 hours after dusk". They continue, "During vacations the evening timer provides a 'lived-in' look by simulating an occupant turning lights on at dusk". They also go on to state, "once 8 hours have passed, the sensor will revert to motion activated mode". I would assume based on the "vacation" comment that this will continue until you turn the evening timer off. Hope this helps.
1373861
Turn it all the way up to 5 and wait until the light goes off... It's about 10 to 12 minutes.
44739
It depends on how much light will wake you up. The alarm time should be the time you want to wake up (it chirps at the alarm time) and you set the light for intervals. I set it for 15 min, because I start waking up pretty fast with any light. If you're a heavy sleeper 30 min might be better.Good luck!
231118
Yes, I use it as a reading light in bed before I go to sleep. You do have to keep the light close (about 30 centimeters) to the page.
316033
I found that it depends on the light. I have about 10 of these book lights (love them, btw). Some of these lights last about 30% longer than others (with batteries from the same package) so there may be some quality control issues at play. Important: The light does dim as the batteries drain (sorry, adunn, my experience doesn't agree with your answer). So even though you still have light, it's not the same bright light as when you started. After reading at least 60 novels by these lights, I'd say that you get bright light for perhaps 5 to 6 hours. You get moderate light for another 3 to 4 hours. At that point, the light is low. Yes, the page is still lit, but it's greyish, not bright. If your eyes have adjusted, or you're young with fabulous 20-10 vision, you're probably fine for another 6 hours. But me, I'm old and decrepit and can't finish the novel without having to change out the batteries for a fresh set. Also, keep in mind that temperature also affects battery life. Colder temperatures will drain them faster. I lose at least 4 hours of useful light at my mountain cabin compared to my valley home with these lights. Hope this helps! - tkh
854585
Yes. I have the same one as the picture as well. I think it does 4 increments of 3 minutes and then it shuts off or you can turn it off. If you switch the style (solid light to a blinking light) it will basically start the time over. I've fallen asleep with it sitting on my face lol and it buzzes when it shuts off so you're good!
103658
It comes with directions but I misplaced them so this is what I remember. It turns itself off after an hour at full bright. It takes 30 minutes to get full bright. I leave the lamp switch on all the time and it does its thing every day. Same schedule every day. If you want to sleep late on the weekend you can unplug it and later plug it in 8hours before you want to wake up. Or they have a programable one that cost more (~10$). They have a informative website. I don't recall the address.
518446
I have the lamp by my sofa where I read at night. So, for me, the answer is "yes." Choose a light bulb of a wattage that works for you, and then the lamp gives you a lot of flexibility as to how to position it.
997101
Yes. That is the whole purpose of having a timer. You can set it for the number of hours desired then forget it.
31863
Brian,I don't know the difference - technically between the "Happy light" and a CFL bulb - not up on that. I have noticed that if I turn the thing on at the same time of day and read or do what ever I'm doing for about 20 min to an hour - usually reading - I don't have as difficult a time with the SAD stuff. To me - it's just bright. It feels a little like taking a nap in a sunny window. Don't know what the difference is, but I'm glad for the light boost.
304717
Yes you can. My son read it in the car when it was dark and he didn't complain. Lately I have been using it at night to read and its okay. I don't like it on my head but if you position it right toward the book its fine. Kind of bright. Its a great purchase but maybe a book lamp would help if your sole purpose is to read at night.
1972876
After the timer turns off you have to set it again. The longest timer is 180 min. There is no setting to keep it on all night.
103663
It turns off after an hour. Always leave it plugged in or you have to remember to plug it in again at the right time the next night that you use it. You can't use the lamp at any other time unless you want to plug it in at the right time the next time you use it.
1611780
I attached my lamp to the headboard and read at night. The lamp takes ten minutes to get to the point you can not touch it. I like mine.