What should I see in the mirror when adjusted correctly? I have been unable to see things directly behind me that are far off.
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Hi Cisbrane. My mirror is attached to right temple of my glasses as I ride on the left side of the road (I'm in Singapore). The mirror is adjusted so that I can see the lane on my right. To see what is behind me, I would turn my head to "1 o'clock" and I would be able to see behind me. If you are in the US, attach the mirror to your left temple and adjusted to see the lane on your left. Turn your head to your left about "11 o'clock" and you should be able to see behind you.
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I adjust the mirror so, that i can see a small part of my ear But anyway it needs some practice untill you can see anything because your head movement and also your eyes neeed time to learn how to move and how to adjust
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I have used a similar mirror for 20 years. Place the mirror on your eyeglass temple. Place your index finger straight into your ear canal. Adjust the mirror to place the big knuckle (MCP) of your index finger in the center of the mirror. That will give you a practical view of the road behind you that you can scan with a slight movement of the head.
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G'day Cisbrane, I agree with James Moy. It takes practice, but when you get it right, you can see behind you on both sides by moving your head slightly from side to side or up and down. Start by assuming a riding stance and turn the mirror until you can just see the side of your head or the edge of your shoulder. Then turn around and choose a target object in a position you would like to be able to see. Face front again and move your head a little until you can focus on your target. This way you can fine tune the position of the mirror until it covers the area you want to see. At first you may find it easier to focus if you close the eye that is on the opposite side to the mirror. G'day Cisbrane, I agree with James Moy. It takes practice, but when you get it right, you can see behind you on both sides by moving your head slightly from side to side or up and down. Start by assuming a riding stance and turn the mirror until you can just see the side of your head or the edge of your shoulder. Then turn around and choose a target object in a position you would like to be able to see. Face front again and move your head a little until you can focus on your target. This way you can fine tune the position of the mirror until it covers the area you want to see. At first you... » Read More G'day Cisbrane, I agree with James Moy. It takes practice, but when you get it right, you can see behind you on both sides by moving your head slightly from side to side or up and down. Start by assuming a riding stance and turn the mirror until you can just see the side of your head or the edge of your shoulder. Then turn around and choose a target object in a position you would like to be able to see. Face front again and move your head a little until you can focus on your target. This way you can fine tune the position of the mirror until it covers the area you want to see. At first you may find it easier to focus if you close the eye that is on the opposite side to the mirror. « Show Less
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I have no problem with this one after I need adjusted forward or bend back or .. I think it is best.. I misplaced my Bike Peddler.. it is similiar .. I love it.. but problem with my left blind still challeage for me to figure exactly where I have to figure out before make turn left or right on side. Honesty I have no complaint about this
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Set it up initially so you just see the tip of your ear and the top of your shoulder, then make slight adjustments as needed from there. Biggest issue is not the adjustment, but getting used to checking the mirror. Once you get used to it after a few rides you'll never want to ride without it - simply the best mirror out there for a bike.
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I adjust the mirror so, that i can see a small part of my earBut anyway it needs some practice untill you can see anythingbecause your head movement and also your eyes neeed time to learn how to move and how to adjust
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No, you would have to be very close to the mirror because the light reflects downward. Even with the reflection of the mirror I don't believe it would be satisfactory.
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If you look straight on, all you see is mirror. If you peek from the side, there's about a 1" white metal frame that sits inconspicuouslyi and unobtrusively inside the the parameter of the mirror. It's not a problem.
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I've used my mirrors several times and never had this problem. I just tested one and the finding is that it's an optical illusion. When you first look into the magnified side it is so magnified that one can not see any thing. Then when you start "focusing" it does momentarily appear to be upside down. However, when you bring your face up close and truly focus using the magnification all is correct. Not upside down at all. So maybe experiment a little on getting it into focus and I believe you will be happy with the results. Good luck. Betty
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I'm sure even its its off center you should have a pretty good view, Its a fisheye lens so you have a really good range of view. I love this camera, better than most OEM cars I know, very good quality.
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Mine is the same way. I just figured it was supposed to be that way. More of a light reflector attraction than a functioning mirror.
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In a hotel we stayed at you could see the back of your head. It will depend on the location you place it. I use a hand held mirror at home due to mounting location of our mirror.
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Basically yes. I have to lift my head to see. Not ideal but better than no mirror.
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The mirror mounts on the head tube and you look back along the frame. If you have rear pannier on the left side, all you'll see is the pannier. The mirror mounts LOW on the frame. Go to their website for pictures.
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The resolution of the reflection is mediocre (roughened by inconsistencies in the paper) certainly not as a good as a mirror, but better than baking quality aluminum foil. When my head is about a foot away, I can see facial features. If it is 6 inches away, I would say someone could probably guess the reflection was mine.
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If you adjust the mirror it does not move. It does not adjust up, down or side to side
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I have noticed that some ford mirror glass is beyond the edge of the frame. If that is the case, the main mirror may not be adjusted right if add on mirror is installed.
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No hard and fast rule. It's a question of aesthetics. It's a good idea to have the mirror in place if this is going at a bathroom vanity. See how the light(s) are in relation to the mirror. Then determine what is a comfortable height for them in relation to your eye level. The end result is a combination of these two factors. Good luck.
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The quality is excellent! Both sides. Well made. To answer directly to your concern over distortion...I've had no problem holding the mirror and turning around and looking at the back of my hair and body with this mirror...what I see looks quite accurate.
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Check your eye relief and your alignment but if that doesn't clear up the blur you might have to send it back
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I use it for the back of my head only. I would guess by moving the mirror enough you could see a little of your shoulders, but would not purchase the mirror if you wanted it primarily to see your back.
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no idea. the balls I got are polished and I only see reflection of whatever is around me.