Would you recommend this for outdoor use? If not, is there a way to protect it from the elements?
1759124
I used it indoor only, it works quite well, not too difficult to configure.I doubt this will work outdoor under weather conditions. Temporarily, on clear skis day it could work.
1759125
I used it indoor only, it works quite well, not too difficult to configure. I doubt this will work outdoor under weather conditions. Temporarily, on clear skis day it could work.
1759126
I do not recommend this for outdoor use, it is great for indoor use (do not place next to a window where direct sunlight will hit the lens). There is really no way to protect this from the elements without building something really bizzare to house it. I use the "Agasio A622W Outdoor Wireless Pan/Tilt IP Camera" for outdoor use. It has withstood heat (100 in the shade), rain, ice, snow and extreme cold (below 0) and is working very well
1759127
I use it outdoors, in humid Hawaii. I have it mounted under my roof's eve and, just in case, I custom made a plastic water deflector over the top of it (mainly protects from dust/dirt and bugs from collecting on top of it). Works perfectly.
2204721
I think it would be great for outdoor use as long as it is sheltered by the rain. Otherwise, its pretty heavy...won't fly away in the wind. I use it on the inside of my slider, it works awesome!
2032025
I would not use it exposed to the elements (ie rain). We used it in our shed which is a damp environment and it did fine, but if using outdoors I think I would have it in some kind on sheltered area.
2088918
If it would be fully exposed to the elements we wouldn't trust it to be water proof. Also,.not.knowing the climate in which you live, dust could be.an issue as well. It's a clever idea. I'd recommend draping it with a plastic table cloth when not in use. Then I think it would suit your need.
548958
I have mine on an open air porch so it gets a little bit of rain on it. I haven't had any issues with rain bothering it. It wouldn't hurt to put a coat of protectant on it if it will be outside though.
1199075
No I don't think using it outside is wise. Unless being used in a covered area outside where water will not be able to get into the top area. Top is open - apart from wood framing, the cover is plastic so don't really think it will stand up much to sun, rain and wind elements.
378997
The only problem as I see it is getting secure electrical power to the unit that's mounted outdoors. Then how do you protect the unit from the elements? My answer to your question is probably "NO"! Perhaps this manufacturer makes an outdoor unit to fulfill your need. Good Luck!
915984
I don't have mine installed outside . . . I believe it is made out of steel which might eventually rust? It would probably be OK if you put it outside, so long as it was under some kind of covering (roof, etc.) to protect from rain. Also the box is intended to be installed with the slot on top . . so that is also a consideration . . . again probably ok if it is installed under a covering of some sort.
1025430
I would not consider it to be a product that is made to withstand the outdoor elements long-term. It's primary purpose is for indoor use.
1302747
Not unless you have a way to protect it from the weather. It is not made of materials meant to withstand rain, etc.
1134925
Negative it is not designed for outdoor use! Unless you enclose it somehow so the weather can't get to it! Hope it helps!
1482918
I would not use it anywhere, least of all, outdoors. I found the device to be completely unreliable--to the point of being useless--and returned it. It certainly did not seem like it was designed or constructed for outdoor use. Perhaps if it were under an overhang and not directly exposed to the elements it would "work"
1478683
I don't think it would hold up well outside. It is very well built/designed but I believe it was intended for inside use. It may do okay on a covered patio that was sheltered from the weather or it might do okay if you lived in a very dry area with little precipitation, but even in direct sun contact, I think the quality would go down quickly. We have it inside and we have loved it. Great toy! Hape products are impressive
779362
I use mine outdoors for exactly that same reason. I only cover it when it rains. I got a small tarp and bungee cords to use as cover. I've only had it for the summer and its holding up great outdoors. I do plan to bring it in for the winter season. Hope this helps.
1060518
Ours has been outside since November and is doing well. It is sitting on a shelf of an outdoor bar table and has some cover, but still gets wet if windy and it gets windy a lot...plus a lot of humidity here on the coast. An overhang would provide similar protection.
2136225
We have had this lantern on our front porch for about 6 months now. I really like it, but I would be cautious about an uncovered area. Is it protected from the wind and elements at all? We have had one of the glass sides come loose. Thankfully, it didn't' fall down and could be easily re-adjusted.
1351288
I personally would not use this outside, even though it has a cover on the wiring it is NOT a water tight compartment. You might be able to get away with a lot of silicone. I wouldn't risk it.