[mythtv-users] [Slightly OT] solar power for all our gadgets

[John Drescher]

> Do you have it on a photo controller of some sort? Unless you use a "Dimmable"
> lamp this will reduce the life expectancy considerably. A dimmer and a photo
> controller are both electronic controls and have the same problem with CFL
> lamps not designed to be used with them.
>
Yes, the photo controller turns it on every night and off in the
morning. Not sure if that is the cause or the wind. I have to tighten
the bulb every 3 months because it comes loose because of the wind..

John