Can you use an AC adaptor or a solar panel?  

You can use a 6V DC adapter or solar panel with 3.5x1.5mm coax DC power plug with tip set to positive. You still have to leave batteries in the camera, but it will run off wall power.   

What type and how many batteries does it use? what is the battery life?    

Answer:Four and Eight Double A batteries are required. There are several factors that determine battery life. It depends how you set the video/still settings, how often and how long you have the camera set up to take videos, and other factors. We have the camera set to take 15 second videos every minute. The batteries are lasting about 2 months.        

 Does this camera have any lights glowing on it where a person walking by it would see it.

There is no lights during day time. It uses an infrared glow during night. It doesn't flash brightly like a camera, but it clicks on when taking a video or picture. A human subject would likely notice the moderate red glow unless you are looking right at it when triggered, but animals the deer and elk do not see it. The result is a black and white photo.

At what frequency does the camera do time lapse photos? I want a camera that can take pics every 10 min over 3-4 week period, w/ breaks at night.

You can set the time lapse interval from 1 second to 60 minutes. You can program the time range to take photos (for example 0630 to 1830).

Can the box be locked shut to prevent an unauthorized person?   

There is a place for a lock to lock it closed, it can be strapped or cabled or both to a tree. It does also have password protection. You can set a 4 character questions consisting of numbers and/or letters in the menu.

 How does this camera hook up to the tree? 

It does come with a strap but there is also a swivel mount you can screw into a tree that allows you aim the camera better.

Can you set this up to take stills and videos when triggered or must you choose one or the other?

You can set it to take stills only (1,2, or 3 shots in sequence), video only, or still(s) followed immediately by video.

Does the Infrared motion detector of the camera working for detecting and taking video of small critters like rats?

I have used it to film rats and hedgehogs. It took me a while to get the right height and distance. At first I was getting pictures of the area but no animals. Make sure there are no moving plants or bushes as they set it off as well.

Does this camera have audio as well? If so, how long is the length of recording? 

Yes. It will record a video with sound. You have the option of 60 seconds for 3, 5, 10 minutes. The number of recordings it can store depends on the size of the SD card you put in it.

Can you view this from your PC without going outside to get the SD card?

No. You have to have the card. There is no wireless option. You can, however, view it on the camera and it does have a zoom feature.

Can ants get in? 

No. It is well sealed against water, so there are no openings for insects as long as you close the snaps.        

How does the camera hold up in cold weather (0-32F)? 

Operation Temperature is -20 - 60°C. However, the batteries die quicker in the cold.

I want to use it on my front porch to capture thieves. Is this good for security purposes? 

Yes, if the person crosses in front of this camera it will take their picture. It will just place it inside a window or up high. That is a perfect idea and set it on video mode.

I had issues with video being black? Can hear audio, but no picture and it takes pictures just fine. 

Please use a high-speed, high quality SDHC memory card. Try the SanDisk Extreme Pro memory card.

When i switch the camera to the on position i get a countdown of 5 seconds and then it goes off?

It does not go off but to work. When you switch it to on position, the LED will blink red for about 5 seconds. This interval allows you leave the monitored area. Then the camera will take photos or videos automatically when it is triggered by the PIR. During use, the LED will not flash when the camera takes an image. This is to help keep the camera hidden from game. 

Is the squeeze handle metal or some form of plastic? All nozzles I have owned with plastic handles have failed at the plastic in the AZ sun.

Metal. The nozzle is well made.

What is the diameter in the O-ring end?

The diameter in the O-ring end(female end/end the hose screws in or connects to) is 1 inch. 

Is this nozzle powerful enough to remove weeds in between bricks and removing surface mold from bricks?

Your outlet pressure must be pretty high to achieve this. The nozzle provides a decent stream, but with our water supply pressure, you are unable to get your desired level of cleaning. 

Will releasing the trigger/handle stop the flow of water? Does the handle let you vary the volume of water?

Yes, it will stop the flow of water. It is not adjustable to the light shower level. The low flow setting only causes the spray pattern to become a large 360* fan.

How far will this nozzle spray with a strong spray?

About like most spray nozzles. It depends on pressure and volume. It is adjustable from mist to stream. About 20 ft at min dam spray and with water pressure of ~45 psi.

Can ths nozzle connect to a standard garden hose directly, without using the adapters?

Yes. You just have to remove (unscrew) the attached 'quick-connect' piece that comes with the unit. The nozzle will then connect directly to your hose. 

Where do I get the other end that attaches to the hose that fits this model for the quick connect?

f you want to use the quick-connect adapter included with the Crenova nozzle, we recommend the Gardena 39018 connector at the male end of your garden hose. The connector type is compatible with the Crenova's adapter, it appears well made, and it has a welcome water-stop feature (shuts off flow when disconnected). Available from Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Y9YGXU)

Does an phones 6s Plus fit in this case? Large space this product do?

It is 8.66 inch x 6.00 inch ( L * W ) . It can hold an iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, keys, and cash/ID/credit cards.

How long does the Waist Belt?

The belt is adjustable. It can be adjusted from 20” - 50”.

Is it touch screen responsive?

Yes, it is touch screen responsive. You can receive calls when your phone is inside the pouch. 

How does this pouch waterproof? Is it really 100% waterproof?

The pouch is made out of material that doesn't allow water to enter it. And as long as you seal the three zipper closures properly make sure there is no sand or debris in between and keep them rolled in the Velcro strip, it will be 100% waterproof.

Is this a ziplock type of seal?

Yes, there are three ziplock closures and then it folds over and secures with Velcro.

Can I wear this on me while swimming in the ocean? I don't want to leave my stuff unattended on the beach.

Yes, I wore it while I was swimming in the ocean, and it worked very well. Just be sure that those zip locks are sealed tight to keep the water out. I had my phone, wallet and car keys in it, and they were kept dry.

Can you use this scuba diving? How much feet is it able to submerge into?

We’d feel pretty confident scuba diving with it. It worked very well 10-15 ft deep when we did dive down a bit. We were in the water for an hour or more, as well, and it didn't leak a bit!

Can you seal bags with liquid in them?

Yes, you can seal the bags as long as the seal is dry. when liquid   begins to climb the pouch, press Seal Only to trigger the seal before the   moisture reaches the chamber. If liquid gets onto the chamber, absorb it from   the well with paper towels, wipe the well clean with mild soapy water, and dry completely before using again or storing.    

Does it works with both, Plain and Structured   (corrugated) bags?

Yes, I believe so. I use Ziploc bags made for their vacuum sealer and they work just fine and cheaper also. I had a different sealer until it died and now use the Crenova sealer (I really like it also) so they along with other bags will work ok I believe.     

Can i use a 10" x 11" bag?

A 10 inch wide bag will be fine.This is a great product. Make sure you snap both sides shut after you place the bag inside the sealer.     

Can i hit the seal button when sealing liquids?

I've been using one of these things for ten years. With anything liquid or liquid in it (e.g. raw hamburger, fresh fish, etc.) if the liquid gets sucked under the heating element, which it will, the bag will not seal properly. What I do is freeze the liquidy foods first in plastic containers or wrapped in plastic; and after frozen, then transfer to the sealing bags making sure that the area of the the bag where the heater contacts the bag is dry. I found some lost soup in the freezer two years after its having been sealed this way, and it was still perfectly good. Also, some processed foods, such as luncheon meats (can't be frozen), have a lot of water in them. I fold up a paper towel and stuff it between the food and the sealer then seal it. There are quite a few other tricks.

How good is the quality for consoles?

We have the XPE600. We hooked it up to the PS4 at the weekend. It's absolutely fine for FIFA, even if not pitch black. For COD though, some of the boys were complaining that they couldn't see the edges very clearly and I kind of agree with them. There's a fair bit of graphical text floating around the screen on games like COD and it's not always easy to read unless it's near the middle. I'm being picky here, as they carried on playing 4 player COD for a good while. Sports and movies are pretty much perfect. It's a fantastic cinema screen. Definitely need to rig up a couple of speakers from the unit though. The biggest obstacle is definitely keeping out the natural light.

Do I need a separate adapter for iphone?

Yes, you will need a MHL cable or a wifi display dongle. A MHL cable is much cheaper, it can connect iPhone with this projector, you may purchase one on Amazon. If you've got a wifi display dongle, you can connect the projector with not only iPhone but also iPad.

How about the noise?

You don't notice it at all watching films etc, but when there is text on the screen it is a real issue so i would say it inordinately isn't suitable for text based presentations.

What else would i need to buy with this? do i need to be close to a TV? help, I've never had one!

You can use a smart blue-ray player via HDMI(also any console or modern TV box) and can watch DVD/blue-ray and any internet app that my player allows (Netflix, hulu, amazon video, etc.) Can also use any type of USB stick like roku or amazon stick or use a VGA cable to connect to laptop or PC. Also a WiFi adapter can be used to connect tablet and smart phone. Just need to have the right setup for any application really.

I tried to set it to hdmi and plugged in to my macbook air, but it won't work. it keeps saying no signal. how do i use?

You need to confirm whether you need to buy a HDMI adapter for your macbook air which cannot connect the projector directly with HDMI cord.Then make sure both ends of the hdmi cable are properly seated. If you have another cable that allows you to hook up by USB or vga I would try that. I would also try using another piece of equipment like a DVD player.

Can I stream audio and video wirelessly?

Yes, if you have it connected to a device like a Roku. The projector is not equipped with any type of Wi-fi.

Where do i get a replacement bulb?

The lamp life is about 20,000hours and it can last several years. Check to see if you are still under warranty if your went out, contact the company.

Hi, just curious about its use with a ps4? and how dark does the room need to be for good picture?

This projector has Hmdi inputs which would support many devices. I have set mine up in the middle of the day with no blackout curtains. the picture is view-able but a darker setting would be better.

The mhl is the phone charger right? if not, does it come with one?

The mhl is not a phone charger. It is what you have to click on for your presentation to come up. Then press OK. Very easy from what I understand. It also came with the cord for you to hook up from the projector to your your computer. It is great.

How good is it for watching movies in the backyard at night on a 12 foot wife screen?

For the most part i use it indoors because you need it to be real dark or you cant see much. You do notice pixelation even after focusing on smaller text and such.

Just be careful because the week after the return period. I got a black streak along the left side and a redish spot in the middle

Can this projector be visible to audience in a medium litted room for ppt? 

The main problem will be focus. If the center of the screen is in focus the top and bottom won’t be.

What’s the noise like?

1. You don't notice it at all watching films etc, but when there is text on the screen it is a real issue so i would say it inordinately isn't suitable for text based presentations.

2. The projector does however emit a rather loud fan noise, this is mentioned in the Amazon listing, but when connected to sound bar through the AV port or crank up the volume, its fully drowned out by the speaker, it really does not affect the viewing experience.

Can I use this projector on preschool program?

Yes, if you are comfortable with a group of preschoolers in a dark room.

How do I hook up an external speaker? And what type of speaker can I use?

Yes you can hook up an external speaker. There is a jack in the back that looks like a headphones receptor.

What else would i need to buy with this? do i need to be close to a TV? help, I've never had one!

You can use a smart blue-ray player via HDMI(also any console or modern TV box) and can watch DVD/blue-ray and any internet app that my player allows (Netflix, hulu, amazon video, etc.) Can also use any type of USB stick like roku or amazon stick or use a VGA cable to connect to laptop or PC. Also a WiFi adapter can be used to connect tablet and smart phone. Just need to have the right setup for any application really.

Can it be mounted to a ceiling?

It depends on the projector bracket you buy. I purchased a "universal bracket " but had to work out a way to adapt it because there is only 1 predrilled screw hole on the under side of the projector to secure it to a bracket.

How to connect projector with iPad or iPhone/ Android phone with MHL function?

To connect projector with iPad, you will need a WIFI display dongle to connect them, and choose＂HDMI＂as＂input source＂.

To connect projector with Phone, first of all, please confirm that your phone support MHL(Mobile High-Definition Link) function. Then you will need a WIFI display dongle or a MHL cable to connect phone and projector, and choose＂HDMI＂as＂input source＂.

Why there is a dark spot in the screen?What I should do?

There may be some dust in the lens, please try to clean the lens lightly with the soft cloth. If the dark spot still exists, please contact amazon to return the product in exchange for a new replacement.

The video plays no sound, even with the external speakers! What’s wrong?

Please follow the steps as below:

1. Please confirm if the projector is not in mute status.

2. Please check if the video file is with Dolby sound effect. Because of Dolby patent, most projectors do not play Dolby sound.

3. Please try a mp3 format file or YouTube video, and see if it plays sound.

This projector supports most video formats, but because of Dolby patent, it doesn't play sound of Dolby audio in USB drive. In this case, you can put the video file in PC, project image from PC via VGA cable and play sound through PC speaker.

Do I need a separate adapter for iphone?

Yes, you will need a MHL cable or a wifi display dongle. A MHL cable is much cheaper, it can connect iPhone with this projector, you may purchase one on Amazon. If you've got a wifi display dongle, you can connect the projector with not only iPhone but also iPad.

Can i show images direct from a usb stick?

Yes. There is a USB port and you simply plug in your memory stick and the images come up the same way as they would in a digital photo frame.

How good is the photo quality? Is it still the same quality when looking up close to the projected image or is it blurry or pix-elated?

The projected image is just like a TV with the same resolution. Just like with a TV, a big screen has bigger pixels than a smaller screen with the same resolution. So, the bigger you project the more noticeable these pixels will be. However you will be pleasantly surprised at how like a big screen TV the image is, in the dark. Take your time focusing it and make sure the projector is level and don't use the keystone adjustment and you should get a perfectly sharp image.