Heath Zenith SL-6053-WH Wireless Command, Motion Light Set with Dual-Brite Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted to control my outside house lights with a motion detector with the minimum of rewiring and fuss; the SL-6053 does accomplish this goal. You simply replace your existing wall switch with the controller, just like installing a dimmer switch. You then mount the battery-operated wireless motion/daylight sensor to cover the desired area and that's it. You can choose to configure the light to be either off or dim when untriggered and to turn on to full brightness when motion is triggered. You can select the duration the lights stay on at full brightness until returning to the untriggered state. A light sensor ensures the unit stays off during the daytime. You can also use the larger of the two switches to manually turn on or off the lights; when turned on, it stays on; when turned off, the system again responds to motion detection. I had difficulties using the mode when the lights are just dimmed in untriggered mode. They did not seem to trigger properly and did not turn off during the day. I now use the mode where the lights are turned off in the untriggered mode and everything works fine. I have noticed that the motion detector is very sensitive and I had to set it to its lowest sensitivity setting to avoid continuously tripping on. After several months the unit still works well and I still don't know how often I will need to replace the batteries in the motion sensor (not hard to do). Although a little quirky, this device really is a simple and workable drop-in solution to achieve motion/light sensor control for existing home wiring. Also, since the unit includes dimmer settings, you should use incandescent or halogen bulbs, not CFLs. I would welcome a simple on/off version of this unit without dimmer to use with CFLs.

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Mace 80115 MACE Big Jammer Door Brace Review

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(More customer reviews)It arrived today and is going back to Amazon for a refund tomorrow. It looks secure when you put it in place, and feels secure when you test it by pulling inward on the door handle, but test it by going outside pushing on the door and you will be shocked at how easy it is to defeat. The rubber ears on the doorknob end are too flexible and bend out of the way (to the side and down) when you push on the door allowing the door to be very easily opened. The entire top rubber assembly also flexed slightly to the side on the metal pole as it was defeated. It's secured to the end of the metal pole about as well one of those rubber erasers that slip on to the end of your pencil. What's worse is that because the thickest parts of the pole, the top ears and the bottom foot, are made of soft rubber they were silent and made no racket as I pushed on the door. Furthermore since no metal parts hit the floor when it fell to the ground it landed very quietly. The rubber ears are what impacted the floor as it fell to the floor after being defeated, the rubber foot was already on the ground as it fell. I got in the door silently in less than 5 seconds. The tap from a lock bump would be the loudest thing you would hear. Get a puppy from the pound and a 12 gauge instead and sleep well, it's well worth the $400 total initial investment + dog food. I do weigh 240#, but I didn't have to push hard at all to get in. A false sense of security thinking that you would hear some serious racket as this thing got defeated is worse than not having it at all. What I was using before I tried this, and what I will go back to using, was a chair with the legs sitting inside some rubber soled tennis shoes to keep the chair legs from slipping on the floor. Yes I could break the chair with a lot more effort than it took to defeat the MACE Big Jammer, but at least it would make some serious racket as it splintered, and with the door/chair contact being hard material it would also make some noise as I moved the door back and forth trying to get in.


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The Big Jammer Adjustable Door Brace features strong 20 gauge steel and is ideal for home, dorm, apartment or office use. This brace works on both hinged and sliding doors. It adjusts to fit most standard doors, and installs easily under your door knob to provide added security for your home or business. Its collapsible design makes it easy to store when not in use. This brace also includes a Security Bracing Pin for added strength.

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Heath Zenith SL-4100-BK-A 150 Degree Motion Sensing Post Light Sensor, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)Needed to increase lighting in very dark front yard and sidewalk for visitors, also wanted to increase security. Saw this at Home Depot. Very easy to install in existing lamp post, just a few screws. Good directions. Simple to adjust settings although you have to unscrew and lift off post to make changes but this is easy, too. Had for 1 month so far, working perfectly.
Love 40% dim feature, provides enough light to see yard from window, increases to full brightness for 1,5 or 20 minutes when motion sensed. I set it to brighten x 5 mins when motion sensed, keep it on for 6 hours after dusk so it turns off entirely around 11 pm or midnight or later depending on season, then switches off completely unless motion sensed.
Only issue: wish it had wider degree sensor than 150 degrees, so it would sense motion over a wider area, perhaps 200 or 240 degrees.
Highly recommended.

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SL-4100-BK-A Features: -Motion activated post light sensor. -Material: Plastic. -Color: Black. -Convert existing post light fixtures to motion sensing security lights. -Detects motion in a 150 degree arc. -Mounts easily to existing 3'' lamp post. -Dualbrite 2-level lighting. -Selectable light timer: Test, 1, 5 or 20 minutes. -2 Year manufacturer's warranty. -No assembly required. -Dimensions: 4.64'' H x 3.51'' W x 3.51'' D. Installation Sheet

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Cooper Lighting N150HNCI 150W High Pressure Sodium Industrial Grade Security Dusk to Dawn Area Light Review

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(More customer reviews)Had to return the light before it could be used. I guess the price was too cheap because it was damaged. Why are all those old sayings coming back around? Buyer Beware. If its too good to be true than it probable is. Guess its a sign of the times.

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Sold as each. 150 watt (lamp included). Ideal for area lighting applications such as commercial, residential streets, parking areas, farm yards, and parks. Replaceable twist lock photo control included. Die cast aluminum housing. 12' high impact prismatic lens and aluminum reflector. 24" mounting arm with hardware. Pole or wall mounted. Replacement bulb SKU #3992377. 1 year warranty. Boxed. Manufacturer number: N150HNCI. Country of origin: China. Distributed by Cooper Lighting.

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Buddybar Door Jammer Review

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(More customer reviews)I consider myself a bargain hunter extraordinaire. I compare, read tons of reviews (I always look at the bad ones first!), talk to friends, and then, reluctantly, push the paypal button and cross my fingers - especially if I've decided to go for the more expensive version of an item (a rarity for me).
An elderly friend of ours had her apartment broken into (luckily the punks ran when they realized she was home)with one push on her front door that promptly snapped her cheap door jammer in half like a twig. At first I thought maybe she installed it wrong, but when I checked the one on her rear door it was set up correctly. With her permission, I had my 17 year old football player son attempt to push in her back door while I watched. First it slid a little on the floor before catching, and then it popped right out of the base!
I decided maybe she needed some help picking out a better safety system. After seeing that lots of the the products here had the same issues (for the life of me I can't see how the positive reviews have actually ever tested to see if the thing works!), I went on to google buddybar doorjammers (it wasn't on Amazon yet). A friend of mine who lives in Phoenix, Arizona actually has this system.
I read through the website and of course was skeptical. FIFTY DOLLARS? Come on! But then I read that it was made of steel, not aluminum, and the interlocking teeth that set it in place logically seemed more sturdy than the slide pole-in-pole with a little tab popping through a hole system. (If you've ever had a pool, you know exactly what this system is - and how often those stupid little plastic tabs break off as you're trying to attach the net to the skimmer pole. I can't tell you how many nets I've gone through!)
Well, given the other negative reviews that were similar to what I had witnessed myself, and the money-back guarantee, I decided to get her the buddybar. $50 might seem like a little bit of money to go to this much trouble for, but in this economy we all better make sure we get what we pay for and at the best price.
About a week later it arrived and I installed it at my friend's apartment. It was easy to put up, even for the mechanically disadvantaged (me!). Again I enlisted the aid of 225 pounds of highschool testosterone as a consumer test. This time all he got was a sore shoulder. That door didn't even budge.
So for $50 my friend has peace of mind and a system that will probably outlive her (well, $100 since she'll be buying another to replace the other crappy under $20 one she had). That's a small price to pay, and well worth the extra $30 or so. Enough said.

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How much is your personal and family security worth? The answer is priceless, but it won't cost you nearly that much with the Buddybar Door Jammer. Of course you can buy door jammers that are less than half the price of ours. But before you do, we encourage you to compare the products. We think you will agree that the Buddybar is engineered with far-superior quality and addresses common points of failure in cheaper doorjammers. Now isn't that peace of mind worth it? Sometimes you really DO get what you pay for!The Buddybar Door Jammer is made of 16 gauge, powder coated steel.There are no plastic parts on the Buddybar. The Buddybar installs in seconds, no tools required. The foot is 2"x4" rubber coated, steel, articulating, non-marring, providing for a solid grip.Great for Home, Apartment, Dorm, Traveling, extends from 36" to 51".The Buddybar works great on carpet, tile, concrete, wood.

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Master Lock 265DCCSEN Dual-Function Security Bar Review

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(More customer reviews)I read all the reviews before I tried this product. I am very concerned and picky shopper. I thought I would give this a try. I believe the key to this product is the flooring you are using this on. The foot on the lock works excellent on title or wood. I would not recommend this product on carpet.
One key point to remember...the farther away you have the base from the door the less strength it has. Try to get it between 70 degrees and 80 degrees. I was able to knock it out of place at 50 and 60. I normally do not worry about safety; however, I am a heavy sleeper. I can fend for myself but I have to hear it first. Let me know if you found this helpful!

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The Master Lock Dual Function Security Bar provides your home with an added dose of safety by reinforcing doors from outside intruders. Built with Master Lock's world renowned durability, the Security Bar is constructed of 20-gauge steel to withstand more than 350 pounds of force, helping ensure that your doors remain securely shut. With a versatile and adjustable design, the bar fits most hinged and sliding doors.
A removable pin releases the yoke end for sliding door applications. Versatile Design for Sliding and Hinged Doors Whether you use the Security Bar for sliding-door or hinged-door applications, you can rest assured that the bar's design features are optimized to keep you and your family safe.
For hinged doors, the bar features a pivoting ball joint that keeps it in full contact with the floor, providing a more stable and secure connection. Simply place the padded foot against your floor, and wedge the specially designed non-marring yoke beneath your door handle. The foot will give the bar a tight grip against your floor, and because both the foot and the yoke are padded, your floor and door handle will remain unmarred, even with everyday use.
To secure a sliding door, simply turn the bar on its side, remove the yoke by pulling out the pin, and adjust the bar to the length of your door. Once properly adjusted, the bar will create a firm seating between the door and jamb, ensuring that no one can enter the door from the outside. The Dual Function Security Bar is designed to fit most sliding doors.
Master Lock Durability The Dual Function Security Bar is made of thick, 20-gauge steel for strength. Backed by Master Lock's reputation for security and durability, the bar can withstand over 350 pounds of force. It is backed by a lifetime guarantee.
About Master Lock Master Lock is recognized around the world as the solid, enduring name in padlocks and security products. Generations have grown up with Master Lock products at home, school and work. Today, a whole new generation has discovered Master Lock's new and innovative security solutions.
As the largest global manufacturer and marketer of padlocks, Master Lock continues to build quality and value into its expanding lines of security products. Long a leader in the sportsman, home and yard, school, and commercial markets, Master Lock has also entered the automotive, computer and security markets. As safety and security gain importance with the world's consumers, Master Lock continues to develop products that offer smart security solutions.
Founded in 1921, Master Lock continues to build upon its founder's spirit of innovation, quality, and good value for the consumer.
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Solar Powered 15 LED Security Light and Motion Detector 2013 Review

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(More customer reviews)I was disappointed as soon as this item arrived in the mail, when I saw the tiny box it was packed in. Even moreso when I opened it, to find it was constructed entirely out of thin brittle plastic, the kind they used to make the old cheap transistor radios out of. I could only imagine how the sun and rain would erode this thing.
I should have cut my losses on the shipping charges and returned it immediately, but instead decided not to judge a book by its cheesy cover. I installed the thing on the front of my carport, and was happy to see it light up the first time I tested it. (This is no doubt the point where other reviewers decided to post their glowing reviews).
A few weeks later I noticed that the lights failed to turn on when I moved past the sensor. First chance I had I took it down and opened it up. I figured that the battery might have been defective, or old when they sent it. I'd try a new rechargeable battery and hopefully that'd fix it.
I got another nasty surprise at that point: the battery is hard-wired in so when it goes bad, it'll take an electrician just to change it. Which means that at the most, even if the unit you receive is better built than mine was, you'll end up replacing the entire unit once the battery expires (which they do, usually after a year or two if you live in a four seasons area).
When I went to remove the tiny transistorized control panel, the lights went on. Great, I thought. It isn't the battery, or the LEDs. Now all I need to do is figure out what the problem is.
To make a long (time wasted) story short, there was no way I could get the motion sensor to work, and as soon as I screwed the item back together the lights failed to work again.
The best I could hope for, if I wanted to keep wasting time on it, was to get the LEDs to turn on full-time, and stay on as long as the solar charge held. This mean they'd be on all day and night, and most likely once the charge drained it would just keep draining before building up another charge strong enough to power the lights.
Bottom line: this thing is very POORLY engineered with CHEAP parts that are likely fail soon after you purchase it. It probably costs under $3 to manufacture in some slave shop in China, so it's incredibly overpriced at over $30 with shipping.
It's no wonder there is only a 30 day guarantee on this POS.
I will never by another product from this company again.


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The Security Sensor LED Light is a solar powered convenience light with a built-in motion sensor. It is ideal for backyard security and walkway lighting as it turns on whenever movement is detected. With a removable solar panel on a 16 foot cord, it can also be used for lighting garden sheds, outhouses or interior rooms. Since it is solar powered, it is easy for anyone to install. Specifications:Bulb brightness:15pcs super bright 12,000 mcd LEDs Motion sensor passive infrared 100° coverage, 15m / 15' range Solar panel 75mm x 150mm / 3" x 6" weather resistant solar panel / Battery 2 - 3 years 3.6V 800 maH Ni-MH battery UV protected housing Mounting options: house, pole, roof Easy installation: No wiring No electrical installation No battery change No electrical cost No bulb maintenance

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