MikeβMarch 16, 2017
Got this to use with a recently purchased dust collection system for my home wood shop, so I wouldn't have to go to the collector itself in the corner of the room to turn the system on and off each time it's needed. I wanted something as simple as possible and consisting of a single unit, and rated for at least 15 amps (or 1800 watts - this is rated for 2200 watts); this fit the bill perfectly - an ON button and an OFF button on the remote, and a single outlet on the receiver, which when plugged into the top outlet of a duplex receptacle leaves the bottom outlet unobstructed for use by something else. The price even beats most Christmas light wireless remote units, too. Despite there being no hole in either end of the remote, I tied it up with string like a little package and suspended it from a ceiling joist in a location convenient to all the tools the dust collector is served by (yeah, I could have been more elaborate or refined, but I want to see if that location and method works for me before doing something more permanent and esthetic (the wife had to laugh at it)), just above head level so that it's out of the way but easily accessed, at the same time where it can't be lost or mislaid. As at least one previous review indicated, the instructions that come with the unit are anything but clear, as far as the steps necessary to make it "learn" its function. After trying to digest the instructions enough to attempt something that might in some way resemble those steps, I instead simply plugged the receiver into an outlet and tried the remote ON/OFF buttons, and it worked as it should without having to go through any of that; a nice, audible little "clunk" from the receiver with each push of the remote button. Of course, this is a single unit - sets with multiple units not doubt require the "learn" steps. Overall, very happy with it so far. Update - April 12, 2017 Well, my mistake for not looking the thing over when it arrived - just be aware it lists only 10 amps on the back of the unit, which does not correspond with the wattage shown in the product list, which I based my purchase on. The 10 amps eventually proved inadequate for the dust collection motor I was using it with, as it quit the other day as soon as it was starting up (when amp draw is highest), and would not work again. Otherwise, it worked flawlessly and should work great for anything rated within the 10-amp range listed, so I'm leaving the 5 stars up for that reason, as there is nothing actually wrong with the unit. Read more
SLHβDecember 1, 2016
I started out to buy an old fashioned type device that you clap to turn turn on a light. I needed some way to turn on my bedroom lamp at night when carrying things to the room. Our overhead light is usually off because we use our ceiling fan at night and I have to climb up on the bed to turn it back on. After reading reviews on those hand activated clapper type devices I discovered that they are not always reliable and a barking dog could make it turn on. Having an older dog who sometimes needs out during the night, I went in search of another solution. I am so glad I did because I found this great JTD Outlet Plug Switch with its own remote. I read the reviews and found this to be a reliable device and there were lots of good reviews that convinced me to purchase it. I was a bit unsure about the claims that it would work through furniture and walls, etc., but figured (for the cost) it was worth a try and if it didn't work through the wall, well, I would just get closer and it would work. I want to assure you if you are looking for a product that DOES work through walls and furniture... this is the product for you! I tested it from several rooms away and through the covers, mattress, box springs and wooden headboard that blocks the outlet it is plugged in to an it WORKED EVERY TIME! This is a fantastic product to turn something on using a remote source and the dog won't activate it in the middle of the night unless you train the dog to use the remote. Thanks JTD! Read more
oldned92βMarch 7, 2018
This remote controlled outlet is exactly how it is described here. Works extremely well, 100% of the time. I use them to control lights inside cabinets where the existing switch is a little fidgety and difficult to access. When plugged into the upper half of a wall outlet, it leaves the lower part available for other plugs. The remote feels smooth and solid, the whole unit looks and feels well-made. I put double-sided tape on the back of the remote and stuck it under a counter edge. That way it's invisible but very easy to switch. Can't get lost either. I keep looking for more applications for these switches as I am really pleased with them. I will need one to switch the lights on my Christmas tree next December instead of groping around behind the tree. I had a different brand last year but it didn't work consistently and had very short range, so I threw it out. This JTD brand is the only one I will buy again. Read more
UBβOctober 13, 2016
Update Oct 20, 16. I am impressed with customer service from J-tech digital. I bought product in dec 2015 but did not used for holiday season, took me 10 months to open box and use for Halloween. It did not work so contacted via amazon. Jtech reached out to me and offered new replacement product at no charge and this product works like a charm. Only thing I would say to improve is number of buttons. Why it needs two buttons one for on and second for off. It would be much better to have like on/off switch. this is horrible product. Unfortunately it took me long time to use it. It only works when remote is pointed only 1-2 inch from the outlet!!! What is point if the remote needs to point 1 or 2 inch from outlet. First I plugged in outside for Halloween lighting, the remote only worked when I take it all most an inch from the outlet, so thought it may not work outside. Installed inside and same situation. The instruction manual says press learn button and look for green light - where? no where to find green light, on outlet or on remote. The remote turns red light when click On or Off button and it works only when red light points to learn button/switch. Read more
