Will leaving the helmet on brake light only mode run the batteries down, when not in use ?
386319
It seems that after a certain time without activity the receiver shuts off. Like if I ride to work when I get ready to go home I have to press the button and cycle through the settings to get to brake mode again. So no it won't run down the battery.
386320
There's no documentation on it, but the factory batteries died within two months of me installing the unit. I never turn off the helmet when I get done riding because I assumed it powered down on its own. Good news is once it has a low batt, the light stays on constant but very dim. Overall, I'm still loving the unit. Cheers.
857328
no the battery is recharged by the solar panel. I have used the helmet after a winter of storage without a charge.
1308983
The light is attached by a long cord to a battery that needs to be mounted to your bike. If you attached to your helmet, you'd have a wire going down your back. I'd say no
2189002
I don't think so. It runs purely off of the light sensor. The only thing you can do is turn it off completely. It is a great light though. Brighter than I expected and battery charge has lasted through the entire night during summer. Anxious to see if it can make it through the night in the winter months.
1979198
Although not critical, most manufacturers highly recommend disconnecting the battery before removing/connecting MAF sensors. Failure to do so may introduce a spurious voltage spike into this sensitive device, thus maybe damaging/destroying it.
1745013
It will go off all by itself after a short time. It is solar, so no worries about a battery running down.
2138998
yes - when inflated and remaining unused the light will not show - Battery is activated by use.
1264315
No. To save on battery power, it only lights when buttons are pressed. I prefer to have even THAT option disabled. I have flashlights to supply power during outages. If you'd like to get one, go here; http://lightsngear.com
1033419
No. It is located behind the head and low enough the head is not affected by the transmitter/battery.
1037162
The battery is only used when measuring resistance and continuity, so automatic turn off is not required. Hope this answers your question.
1295636
no, it doesn't maintain the battery. my dingy has a pretty small battery (Honda Fit) and the only time I got the "low battery" warning was while driving through the mountains and using the brakes constantly. After that, I ran a hot wire from the motorhome into the car and attached a 12v outlet on the end (make sure you get an outlet rated for the amps of the brake). No more issue.
1601504
Most cars yes they will need to be on. Some cars have accessory ability when turned off.
633943
On mine, the side switch will only glow when power is reduced and you will need to recharge soon.
483435
I can't distinguish a decrease in battery power, but I have it so that it's in power saver mode. The eyepiece comes on when my eye is positioned in the viewfinder, otherwise it's not on.
1958570
Just press and hold the button for 4 to 6 seconds and blue light will start blinking which means it's on! Same process to turn it off! Also you can find this on your helmet manual!
795609
No. Just make sure that you unplug after a few hours otherwise it could damage the battery
681068
I always remove the batteries when not in use. Do the same with speed lights, and camera.