The timer I am using now turns to black zero's if it is in the sun. Will this unit work in direct sun light?
1719532
I just took mine outside on a very bright day, and the numbers are still very visible. I know the phenomenon you are asking about, I've seen it on digital watches in the past. That does not happen with this unit's display. Hope that helps! It's a good little unit, I'm very happy with it....
1719533
It works great in direct sunlight; very easy to read, no noticeable difference. Great product.
2052710
It won't come on in daytime unless you cast a shadow over it. I am very satisfied with mine. No luck with battery units, so this is great- a bit of electric, but works as stated.
426812
This is an excellent timer, and I have installed several. However, if you use the automatic DST feature to constantly adjust the "ON" time as the seasons change, then the length of time that the lights remain "ON" will constantly change as well. What I means is that in the programming mode, you would have to select a specific time for the lights to turn back "OFF". If the current automatic DST sunset brings the lights on at 8:00pm, you could program the "OFF" time as 10:00pm. However, in a few months the sunset time will automatically adjust to 5:30pm (depending where you live of course) however the "OFF" program will remain at 10:00pm. In most cases this isn't a problem, in fact it's usually a convenient solution for most lighting control. Hope this helps. P.S.- I find these timers to be way easier to program than any other in the wall timer I've encountered, and there are no batteries to change.
445919
The best way to fix this problem is to unplug the timer and hold down the reset button. After the device is reset, reset the time and the timer settings, and you should only see the dark black circle in the lower right hand corner. I had to do this myself. Good luck!
20473
The timer will turn lights on and off but will not ramp up and down. All it will do is provide power and cut power accordingly.
1392234
Your Timer has Light Sensor as well Digital time program. This timer is done with Red and Green Pins the red for the time you want the lights to go off and the green for your lights to come on. I have both and prefer the Pin Timer
565983
It sounds like yours is defective if it's not from being in direct sun. Contact Amazon "Help" and they will take care of the problem.
1466156
Not sure is your case, but in my case, the light switch was too close to a shelf and therefore the timer's plate didn't fit. I just put it upside down and works perfectly. Of course, the program on/off changes.
311295
I agree with some of the other posts. If the red pin turns the lights on. I would pull out the black pin, make sure it is not damaged or defective. If not, Move it to the next slot and see if it works and turns the lights off. If it is defective, replace the pin. I beleive the ML88T 988 watt timer came with two red and two black pins. Replace it and you should see your lights turn on and "OFF".
1966160
Are you referring to the meter that's connected to this controller? If so, that's a curious feature. I've seen my batteries reach 100% for short times, but the moment the sun (or light) begins to diminish so will the 100%. In no time at all it'll tumble down to 90, 80% and lower. Also, be mindful of "parasitic drains" on your system. As the batteries lose a bit of voltage (all by themselves) that 100% reading will go down.
1091025
There is not a traditional timer outside the light sensor system. Since I decided to mount my unit inside, I ended up just pluging it in a standard $10 lamp timer which I can set how I want. I just keep the unit pack in the on position.
458671
Make sure the switch is OFF and charge in full sun for 2 full days for the initial charge. Turn switch on and it should work when it gets dark.
1085725
This timer does not have the ability to detect changes in light. This would require using a photocell in the circuit.
1810013
Mine worked well at first but the sun set right in its lens or card cuz now it wont see if too dark.
143840
I have the black one. It is pretty easy to see for me,but being that your screen name is biker Bill I'm not sure for your scenario being in direct sun light. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful I can say it's a pretty good watch the barometer is off alittle bit but you can compensate for the error the tempt is way off until you take the watch off Good luck be safe shotot straight
1507726
i would suggest leaving Waka-waka in full sun for at least 3 hours. Then see if dimming improves.
449704
I assume you have the switch on and have allowed the unit to sit in full sunlight for 2 days but I had the same problem with two that I bought. I contacted the company that markets them and they were very helpful and replaced the defective units real fast. These have been working for over a year and are great accent lighting!!