Aube by Honeywell TI071/U Solar Programmable Timer Switch

Aube by Honeywell TI071/U Solar Time Table, Programmable Timer Switch, White List Price: $48.99 Sale Price: $39.99 Average Rating:

Description

This easy-to-install Aube by Honeywell solar programmable timer switch handles motors, all types of lighting and features both the flexibility of 7-day programming and the convenience of automatic sunrise and sunset activation. Works with motors and all types of lighting (compatible with electronic ballasts, compact fluorescent lights and tungsten lighting up to 12-Ampere). Large white backlit display with a night light mode option for easy reading in dark areas. Confirmation LED for at-a-glance load status (on or off). Random mode activates lights randomly to simulate a presence when away from home. Easy intuitive 3-button interface no door to open. Automatic daylight savings - no need to reprogram.

Offering easy installation and flexible seven-day programming, the Aube by Honeywell TI071 ECONOSWITCH Seven-Day Solar Programmable Wall Switch helps save money by ensuring that your lights come on only when you need them. This unit works with motors and all types of lighting, and it is ideal for indoor or outdoor use. SA and UL listed, the ECONOSWITCH switch features a sleek design that fits flush against a standard wall plate (not included) for seamless integration into your existing decor.TI071 ECONOSWITCHSeven-Day Solar Programmable Wall SwitchAt a Glance:Programmable wall switch saves money and energyWorks with motors and incandescent, halogen, and fluorescent lighting7-day programming--up to 14 events per week3 operating modes: manual, automatic, and randomSleek design mounts flush with wall plate3-year warrantySave money by ensuring your lights come on only when you need them.Customized Lighting Saves Money and EnergyWhether you want your outdoor lights to come on only at night, or your indoor lights to randomly turn on and off when you're away from home, the ECONOSWITCH is a great way to gain peace of mind. This programmable timer switch can help make you feel more secure and can also save you money on energy costs.The ECONOSWITCH's three modes of operation make it easy to create a customized lighting program that fits your lifestyle. The manual mode operates via a conventional on/off switch. The automatic mode turns lights on/off at sunset and sunrise, or on at sunset and off at your own programmed time--this mode also adjusts for daylight saving. You can also choose vacation mode, which randomly activates your lights to simulate a presence when you're away from home.Fast Installation and Easy ProgrammingThanks to clear instructions and labeled wires, the ECONOSWITCH is quick and easy to install and program. The intuitive three-button interface makes it simple to create up to seven programs per week--the programs can apply to a single day or the entire week via a single-pole three-wire (line, load, and neutral) connection (1,800-watt maximum; 3/4 horsepower at 120 volts). Additionally, for each day of the week, you can choose sunset/sunrise programming, specific on/off times, or both.And when the seasons change, you can count on your lights turning on only when outside conditions warrant--automatic daylight saving updates mean you don't have to reprogram.Versatile Unit Features Backlit Display and LEDDesigned for versatility, the ECONOSWITCH works with motors and all types of lighting. It's compatible with electronic ballasts, compact fluorescent lights, and tungsten lighting up to 12 Amperes. For further convenience, a large, white backlit display includes a night light mode for easy reading in dark areas. There's also a confirmation LED for at-a-glance load status (on or off).Dimensions and Warranty InformationThe ECONOSWITCH T1071 Seven-Day Solar Programmable Wall Switch measures 1.7 by 2.7 by 1.7 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a three-year warranty.About Aube: Comfort, Quality, and SavingsSince 1991 the Aube brand has symbolized quality, precision, and trust. In September 2008, it became part of Honeywell--an industry leader in energy-saving products. Today, Honeywell's Aube line includes programmable switches, thermostats, relays, electronic timers, digital thermometers, and hygrometers. No matter what your energy management needs may be, there's an Aube product that's right for you.Designed in Canada, Aube products provide comfort and consistent energy savings. Whether you want to cut heating costs or have your lights turn on only when you need them, choosing Aube is a smart way to help the environment and improve your home.What's in the BoxSeven-Day Solar Programmable Wall Switch and manual.SPECIFICATIONS   Programming 7-day programming, up to 14 events Solar timetable can be used simultaneously with daily events   Operating ModesManual (conventional on/off switch)AutomaticRandom  ConnectionSingle pole, 3 wires (line, load, neutral)   Dimensions (H × W × D)2.7 × 1.7 × 1.7 inches (68 × 43 × 43 mm)

Features

• Sleek design mounts flush with standard decorative wall plate (not included)
• Three-operating modes: manual (conventional on and off switch), automatic, random
• Programming: up to 7-programs (7-on and off) per week. A program can apply to a single day or repeat every day
• Connection: single pole 3-wire (line, load, neutral 1800-Watt maximum; 3/4-Horespower at 120-Volt); For each day of the week, the user can choose sunset and sunrise programming or their own on and off time or one of each (e.g. sunrise and midnight)
• Dimensions (height by width by depth): 2.7-Inch by 1.7-Inch by 1.7-Inch

Reviews

Depending on your cost of electricity and power use of your load, it may not be justified on a cost basis, but it sure looks neat and functions well. It's straightforward to install and relatively easy to program. By default, it turns the load on at dusk (as determined by the lat/long and time you program in), and turns the load off at 11PM. It's very easy to adjust this to a dusk-dawn lighting schedule, random, or simple manual operation. Seems like a great product so far.

Replaced two Intermatic switches which had served well for 8-9 years but would not work with CFL or LED bulbs, with two, TI072 Honeywell Aube switches. Found the Aube switches much easier to set up and program, and after installation, they work exactly as represented with less than 40 wants of load on each switch from 2, CFL bulbs.

This worked exactly has I hoped it would. It looks great, easy to install and hasn't missed a beat in months. I did more research than necessary because I was confused after reading some of the other reviews. This timer uses what I would consider standard 2-wire (plus ground) connections. Some of the reviews say it needs 3-wire. Yes 3 total wires (Power, Neutral, and ground), but that is typically referred to as 2-wire. So I was sweating not being able to use CFL bulbs because of the power requirements of the other model, but this one works perfectly with CFL and doesn't need the 40watt total to function. I'm using it to turn my outside lights on and couldn't be happier with it. It a little costly, but worth it. Love the auto-adjust feature so I don't have to adjust for sunset. I'll probably get another soon to control more outdoor lights.

TI071/U - Great timer that works well! Works with CFL lights. I was a little disappointed at first to find it does not detect darkness to turn on the circuit - the solar part of the name refers to it using your longitude/latitude (which you set) to determine the time to turn on/off the circuit based on your local sunrise/sunset times. It turns out that this works better as it's not subject to being disrupted by street lights or someone turning on another light near the switch. Be careful when connecting it as you will need to find a neutral (typically white) wire which hopefully exists in your box, and you may have to guess as to which of the black wires on the switch you are replacing is the load and which is the line. There also is no ground connection. It's worth reviewing the instructions for programming as there are many options, but by default it will turn on at sunset and off at 11pm.

I only wish I had found this Aube/Honeywell timer before I bought the three Intermatic timers I bought, two of which have failed. I just installed this Aube TI071. It was quick and easy to install and intuitive to program. I was concerned with an Amazon review stating that the supplied wiring diagram was wrong; I e-mailed Aube customer support and they quickly replied that the diagram provided is correct, and so is the labeling on the unit. Black=Line, Blue=Load, White=neutral. Hooking up the neutral was a slight pain, but well worth it. I intend to buy another one to replace my last Intermatic when it dies. It's well worth the $42.00. Just set up up the solar calendar and let it take care of your outside security lights. Bill Chesapeake, VA