Anyone know why I get a flicker when the motion is on? I have it going to an outlet, which powers my LEDs. Thanks! Love how quiet they are.
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Through research, I found out they do not work with CFL or LED Bulbs. I ended up going with Maestro by Lutron MS-OPS2-WH and they work GREAT! Toughr.
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Fluorescents flicker, but I doubt that LEDs do. Flickering usually happens because of 50 cycle power being recorded with an NTSC camera(60 cycles). I like the light.
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I tried the dimmer with 2 ceiling lights with Cree soft white TW series. No buzzing, BUT when turning on the lights, they flicker once, and then don't always come on again. After flipping the switch a couple of times, they work correctly -- until they've been turned off for a few minutes. Then the probably occurs again, but only once. I've confirmed that incandescents work just fine, so it's not the electrical wiring.I have 60w Cree TW bulbs with an older Lutron dimmer that's designed for incandescents, and that combination doesn't have the same problem. The lights just don't fade in as well, because the older dimmer isn't designed to start with so little power, I guess. They fade out just fine though. I tried the dimmer with 2 ceiling lights with Cree soft white TW series. No buzzing, BUT when turning on the lights, they flicker once, and then don't always come on again. After flipping the switch a couple of times, they work correctly -- until they've been turned off for a few minutes. Then the probably occurs again, but only once. I've confirmed that incandescents work just fine, so it's not the electrical wiring.I have 60w Cree TW bulbs with an older Lutron dimmer that's designed for incandescents, and that combination doesn't have the same problem. The lights just don't... » Read More I tried the dimmer with 2 ceiling lights with Cree soft white TW series. No buzzing, BUT when turning on the lights, they flicker once, and then don't always come on again. After flipping the switch a couple of times, they work correctly -- until they've been turned off for a few minutes. Then the probably occurs again, but only once. I've confirmed that incandescents work just fine, so it's not the electrical wiring.I have 60w Cree TW bulbs with an older Lutron dimmer that's designed for incandescents, and that combination doesn't have the same problem. The lights just don't fade in as well, because the older dimmer isn't designed to start with so little power, I guess. They fade out just fine though. « Show Less
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You have the option of choosing the "candle" which gives you a flicker like a candle. The "light" is just that, it doesn't flicker it's just on. Does that make sense?
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I put an LED bulb in it, I did not have the flicker that dhunter91505 mentioned. I've looked for one that was chrome-dipped but couldn't find one.
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Im sorry... No suggestions... That sadly is exactly what happened with me. I just threw it away after about a week of it not turning on showing any motion with the lights. Maybe flip the black switch on the bottom and it may work.
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I haven't noticed any flicker. There's 2 settings, bright and slightly dimmer but definitely no flicker.
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did anyone recognize a flicker like effect when you have a dark scene and it turns lighter? This has happened many times and am hoping it is a setting issue? It is really annoying. Appreciate any comments or recommendations.
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I have 4 of these installed on my business signs and they have been operational for 6+ months now and I am absolutely and totally satisfied with their performance. Bright, pure light. The pulsating issue is probably due to your electrical source. Check to make sure that your voltage is stable (not exceeding 115 volts) and that there are no high amp draw motors operating off of the same curcuit distribution box. It's not real likely, but if you have a VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) operating off of the same curcuit distribution box, it could be back-feeding the impulses and causing your problem. Additionally, your electrical power provider may be providing substandard power (90 volts or less per leg). Have them check this for you first before delving into the other suggested issues. Good luck
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I assume you are talking about charging the unit, and if that is the case then J. Young is correct. You cannot seem to utilize the device while it is plugged in and charging. Another thing is that when it is charging the LED flickers all wacky like when it is on. Not a bad thing, but worth mentioning.
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I tried to use one of these on my 50 Watt LED flood light and it was strobing/pulsing. From what I hear these motion sensors need a certain amount of current (amp draw) to work properly. Which isn't a problem if you're using a halogen/incandescent or even compact fluorescent bulb. But since the LED lights use so little current it just strobes. If anyone knows how to get these to work well with an LED flood light I would love to know. Thanks
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IF by flashing, you mean flickering, then this unit does not flicker. Typically, units that flickers are ones that are dimmable. This item does not dim. It does use a ballast and so it does have that initial step up during start (about 3/10 of a second), but by no means do I consider that flashing, or flickering. Just on the product itself, I have them in my garage (8") and in my guest bedrooms (6"). No problem so far. Thickness is slightly thinner than sheetrock. Be sure to clear back attic insulation for good ventilation. I've checked mine after about 6 hours usage and it was not even warm to the touch. Good product overall. Good luck on your project.
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Your psu tester should have stable green lights throughout .. Depending on what you are connecting. If it flickers, is it steady? I have to different testers just in case the psu tester is defective.
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it may be because there is not enough resistance with just a couple of LED bulbs. I have the switch on my front yard with 6 LED lights without any issue. The only other thing I can think of is some LED's are polarity sensitive. They work either way, but if the nutural and line are reversed (and the fixture isn't grounded) it might flicker. Wish I could be more help...
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IF by flashing, you mean flickering, then this unit does not flicker. Typically, units that flickers are ones that are dimmable. This item does not dim. It does use a ballast and so it does have that initial step up during start (about 3/10 of a second), but by no means do I consider that flashing, or flickering. Just on the product itself, I have them in my garage (8") and in my guest bedrooms (6"). No problem so far. Thickness is slightly thinner than sheetrock. Be sure to clear back attic insulation for good ventilation. I've checked mine after about 6 hours usage and it was not even warm to the touch. Good product overall. Good luck on your project. IF by flashing, you mean flickering, then this unit does not flicker. Typically, units that flickers are ones that are dimmable. This item does not dim. It does use a ballast and so it does have that initial step up during start (about 3/10 of a second), but by no means do I consider that flashing, or flickering. Just on the product itself, I have them in my garage (8") and in my guest bedrooms (6"). No problem so far. Thickness is slightly thinner than sheetrock. Be sure to clear back attic insulation for good ventilation. I've checked mine after about 6 hours usage... » Read More IF by flashing, you mean flickering, then this unit does not flicker. Typically, units that flickers are ones that are dimmable. This item does not dim. It does use a ballast and so it does have that initial step up during start (about 3/10 of a second), but by no means do I consider that flashing, or flickering. Just on the product itself, I have them in my garage (8") and in my guest bedrooms (6"). No problem so far. Thickness is slightly thinner than sheetrock. Be sure to clear back attic insulation for good ventilation. I've checked mine after about 6 hours usage and it was not even warm to the touch. Good product overall. Good luck on your project. « Show Less
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It must be defective. Usually when lights flicker there's a loose wire involved. I would return it. Hope this helps.
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What kind of LED light bulbs are you using? Typically with my experience its usually the bulbs that cause the flickering. These evolve dimmers work very well on most DIMMABLE led bulbs. Try ecosmart bulbs from homedepot or any lighting science led bulbs made for dimmable capabilities. Best of luck!