I noticed that the camera gets rather warm to the touch when I'm using the lighter adapter. Has anyone had this experience with this camera?
1593121
The camera will get hot from the screen, just like your flat screen tv. I see no problem with it.,
1593122
Since the camera is mounted to the window, I have never needed to actually touch it. Also, I never remove it. But to answer your question, I have not experienced the camera being warm to the touch even after hours of continued use. (After seeing this question, I tested this). It may be possible that your camera is experiencing some issues or perhaps there is more power coming through to your camera via the lighter adapter.
1593123
The only heat issue i have had is from the sun coming in the windshield, so i made a cover out of cardboard to insulate it from the suns heat. I also painted the cardboard black to make virtually not seen from the outside. I did cut holes for the lens and the power cord and mounting bracket clip. Unit is working very good and i am in Arizona and it has been in the high 90,s already.
1593124
I've been using this dash cam for awhile, didn't notice any problems. mine stays cool while changing from power socket.
1593125
Can't say I've noticed. The camera is mounted near the rearview mirror. I haven't had reason yet to touch it, other than the zoom in button, and it did not feel unusually warm.
1593126
Your lucky it get's warm, mine has a poor connection into the camera and I cannot keep the power on at all.
2050553
The one I got to use with a lighter camera did NOT come with a larger adapter. All I got was the micro SD card that got stuck in the camera (not the memory problem) probably due to the poor design of the small camera.
1532922
I'm having a similar problem. I've noticed it most in low light, when the subject moves. I don't think I've experienced it much outdoors in bright light. I've not taken the time to research it yet. I'd say I've been somewhat disappointed in the camera.
190775
Mine stopped working. I think the connection between the camera and the A/C adapter was getting moisture or something in there that would cause the camera to go off. When I got it working again I insulated the connection with a plastic bag and wrapped it all up in duct tape. Seems to be working.... for now...
1899803
Needs to be plugged into the car lighter, it's a really great adapter tho!!!
1358844
I did not experience the same problem. I'm not sure it matters but I used my adapter in a very cold climate (so there was no chance of expansion of the adapter) and have yet to use it in warm/hot climates where expansion may be possible. Not sure this answer helps or not!
2092546
I have not had any problems with that so far. Now granted it is not summertime. I have only had this a month. Only once did I need to cup my hand over the top to see. Again, not a bad camera for the low dollars.
590507
I got the same message, but it also says it's due to high temperature around the camera. I've only had mine for a week so far, so I'm not sure if it's a problem with the battery pack or something else. Worse case scenario, we can always substitute the battery pack with traditional AA batteries.
2153446
The real GS8000 get very hot. I have never herd of the knock offs getting hot though. If you live in a hot area you are going to want to buy a camera with a Capacitor and not battery. If i were you I would return this camera and look at ASIN B00JJ3SQRI
2217502
Yes, I did. Twice!!! I bought a unit, it overheated extremely quickly during light to moderate use. I contacted Sony, they sent a replacement. Same problem only worse. Sony techs asked me to test the unit and record my results, which I did (including video documentation.) Suffice it to say, unless Sony has done a major retooling of this model, it isn't a flash you can trust for more than the lightest of use.
680789
No. not as hot as other devices. other devices were burning people, so they made this one less hot.
2250715
I notice that my adaptor gets hot but I haven't noticed a burning smell, etc. Is it plugged in tightly? This is my second petmate fountain and I know the adaptor was always hot on the first one also. Sorry I can't be of any more help. I would just check that it is plugged in securely and not partially.
614949
I haven't had any troubles with it yet. I've kept it on overnight and for 24 hours at a time a few times. The adapter doesn't seem to get very hot. Its just powering an electromagnet so its probably not enough energy to cause much of a problem. I've had this for about 2 months now and it seems to still work fine.
548794
If you keep it attached to the camera all the time, it makes the camera slightly heavier. Otherwise, I find no downsides to the device. It works well and it is inexpensive.
596145
It must be defective because mine works all of the time. Since I have had the camera I only had one incident. I unplugged the camera and restarted it and have never had another problem.
414284
Seems like all of these 'iDevice' compatible chargers get a little warm, almost hot to the touch. Guess it's the current required to recharge and even boot up the iDevices, since this one has a 2.1amp output usb port. But never had any problems, and I've bought dozens of these.
1265649
nope, it hasn't for me. idk how those things those people complained about are even possible lol i've never had it over heat on me (that would seem like a device issue, not a case issue) and i've been able to take hundreds of pictures.. with out any probems!!