I want to turn off tv when my kid goes near to tv will this work or any other product?
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All by itself no. I can envision a way that you could purchase this switch and then convert a light fixture to a regular electrical outlet - and plug your TV in there, but it's a pretty roundabout way of doing things. I believe both online at a number of the big box home improvement stores I've seen where they sell this type of switch, where the motion sensor controls a standard electrical outlet, which is (already) directly built into the switch panel. If I were you, I would buy something like that instead, but overall - I would say that yes, there is a product that will do what you we're looking to do. Just not this one. All by itself no. I can envision a way that you could purchase this switch and then convert a light fixture to a regular electrical outlet - and plug your TV in there, but it's a pretty roundabout way of doing things. I believe both online at a number of the big box home improvement stores I've seen where they sell this type of switch, where the motion sensor controls a standard electrical outlet, which is (already) directly built into the switch panel. If I were you, I would buy something like that instead, but overall - I would say that yes, there is a product that will do what you we're... » Read More All by itself no. I can envision a way that you could purchase this switch and then convert a light fixture to a regular electrical outlet - and plug your TV in there, but it's a pretty roundabout way of doing things. I believe both online at a number of the big box home improvement stores I've seen where they sell this type of switch, where the motion sensor controls a standard electrical outlet, which is (already) directly built into the switch panel. If I were you, I would buy something like that instead, but overall - I would say that yes, there is a product that will do what you we're looking to do. Just not this one. « Show Less
2228375
For us, no. It ended up not working for our TV/Bluray setup. It would shut off the TV randomly even for my husband who had a 24 hour allowance!! I wanted to return it but the return time had expired.
2108717
It is connected by RCA male straight to your tv. By you a motion sensor from x10.com. Unless you tell the kid you have it they will never know. I night watch and have two sensor that triggers a siren and flashing lights. You can have it turn whatever you want to notify you. You can set up sensors anywhere. They work of 2AA'S. They will last for at least a year. I have used mine for about 6 years.They work perfect at night.
1544638
It worked for me bought my daughter a tv for her room & used the splitter & ran the wire. Only thing she watches whatever is on that one box it's ran from. She's only 3 so cartoons it is.
1943009
Yes, there is a mini input jack on the back. So long as you have a headphone jack, or other audio line out on your TV - this will work. Better still if you have bluetooth on your TV, you can eliminate wires altogether.
1197617
I'm not sure that you can. But, since the handheld unit serves no purpose if the parent unit is off - you just need to turn it off anytime the parent unit is off.
1623068
No, it does not. We simply use two remotes to shut down our entertainment system. One for Sound Bar only, the other for the television. It's a very minor inconvenience to us.
521760
I downloaded an aftermarket application and driver bundle called "TV Expert" to get mine to work. It's a little glitchy, but my kids can now play games from an external console through it.
2073205
the answer is no. i just got back from vacation and i think the best tool is to be vigilant. and i also think what i really need is to get a gadget much like a car remote with a very loud sound much like a horn or at least adjustable to that level attachable to my kid.
1516110
The back of the unit is half a foot from my tv and I don't notice any effect. I hope this helps.
2120419
If that were possible, then it wouldn't work. Think of it as testing the unit every time you come home. Or perhaps you could find some sort of remote control for an electrical outlet, designed to turn a lamp on or off, and carry that with you to turn off power to the unit when you come home. But if there is such a thing, be sure it isn't using light for the control, like a TV remote does.
2039369
Definitely. It's just a pass through for an outlet. I'm not sure it is the best way to turn off those devices, but that is for you to decide!
954705
I think that might work. It would stop the sound once closed. A motion detector might also work. This brand works great.
1623071
Not right away, at least not with my Vizio TV. It does turn off automatically if there is no sound coming from your TV for a specific amount of time - like if you pause a DVD. It might turn off immediately if you have a Sony TV. I can't say for sure. I know the remote will control both.
2228374
There is an alarm that goes of 60 sec prior but if your kids are like mine they will just sit there watching TV with the alarm going off till the TV shuts off. I will say that this has been a great investment for us. I usually don't take the time to endorse products but this device has made such a positive change at our house. We no longer have TV arguments in our house and our the kids seem to just accept it when the BOB turns off the TV, even in the middle of their show.
2032761
Wondering if this worked for your child, or if you found something better? I am looking for a solution to the same problem with my son. Thanks!
930468
There is a function that will allow it to come on only with movement or sound. I have not tried it because it isn't that bright and is only about two inches by two inches, the screen that is.