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Power cord locks into the unit.
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Tamper evident seal.
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Power cord and cables lock in the unit.
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Power cord locks into the unit.
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Power cord and cables lock in the unit.
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| Automatic Allowance Reset Interval. |
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A daily or weekly allowance will reset automatically.
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Tokens must be distributed by the parent. No automatic renewal.
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Tokens must be distributed by the parent. No automatic renewal.
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A weekly allowance will reset automatically. Unused minutes can be saved up for future weeks (optional).
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Tokens must be distributed by the parent. No automatic renewal.
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Our Review:
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Pro:
#1 recommended TV or Video Game Timer.
It has a daily or weekly allowance and a very easy to use display.
It automatically resets the allowance. Of course the parents can override it any time.
Also allows for individual or group blackout times for homework, bedtime, etc.
Con:
If power goes out the parent has to set the time of day and day of week before it can be used. At least if the child pulls the cord, no TV until the parent can rest the time. All other settings protected from power failure.
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Pro:
Children of any age can use this device. They can understand the concept of paying for time or earning time at a very young age.
Only requirement is a North American style power cord.
Use a plug style adapter for use with 220V devices Internationally.
Con:
It is the least secure of the choices.Use the included tamper evident tape and additional electrical tape to prevent tampering.
Children can tape a string on the tokens and add unlimited time.
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Pro:
Another token device.
Works with any device that uses the red, white yellow or Coax cable. (It will not work with HDMI cables.)
A great system for rewarding good behavior — vs. entitlement.
Con:
The PlayLimit only works with analog signals (no Digital Cable or Satellite) and has difficulty blocking channels on the upper end of the channel range. The sound may leak through depending on how it is hooked up. It will not work with devices that use HDMI connections.
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Pro:
It automatically resets the weekly allowance every week. Of course, the parents can override it any time.
Also allows for blackout times for homework, bedtime, etc.
Con:
May not easily work with flat-panel TVs that don’t draw enough power. See the workaround instructions.
You can only set weekly allowances. They could blow their entire allowance in one day. (The positive — helps teach children to manage their time.)
You need the manual. We made copies available online in case you misplaced your copy.
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The TimeMachine is discontinued.
Con:
The Time Machine only works with analog signals and has difficulty blocking channels on the upper end of the channel range. The sound may leak through depending on how it is hooked up.
Will not work with HDMI cables. It can work with older gaming consoles.
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