I know these are made to be installed in an underground box, but has anyone used them successfully above ground. How waterproof are they?
1442647
I use mine above ground. Never really thought about it being waterproof or not but it works just fine. I have mine connected to an Belkin WeMo so I can turn it on and off remotely
875534
Mine are outside under a covered deck so I can't attest to how they would hold up otherwise. That said some of the reviews on Amazon are from people who have installed them in unprotected outdoor areas with no problems. Yamaha states they are designed for use in exposed outdoor areas. For the price I would risk it. I truly believe they would be OK. Hope this helps. Carl
333075
I had these installed by contractors under my house. They did use the HD style buckets to put them in at ground level. We have had a very rainy spring and so far, they have worked great.
800279
If they are outdoor, they should be waterproof, Right? But they don't see to be. All three that I ordered have quit working in the first week probably due to high humidity and some rain.
768259
no idea. I have no idea. I only have one pair outdoor. two pairs inside and don't have an issue.
1444044
I've never used them under water, but they are directly behind my grill in a pusher configuration exposed to all the rain and snow coming through and haven't had any issues yet (18 months). I don't see any particular attention to waterproof them, so I doubt they would last long under water.
1228073
We have no waterproofing issues with these lights and ours are completely outdoors. We are at 190 feet on one plug. Hope that's helpful.
444645
Is a box waterproof I will say no but if you keep it underneath a Patio or porch at will say yes. It will stay dry It is water resistant at that point But if you're talking about submerging it underwater no it's definitely not a waterproof box The box can be install anywhere but you have to install anchors first to the concrete floor to properly secure the box When you receive the package there will be anchors inside the box that way you can secure the box properly to the floor But overall I think for a drop box This is a great safe box If you have apartments or condos and people can drop off the rent in this box I think that's a great solution for this box or if you're just looking for personal use I also think it's still a great box It is very well built
200811
I've never tried them in a wet environment, and I don't think I will. They don't seem waterproof at all. Seem to be normal headset construction.
740840
They are inside speakers. I don't see why they wouldn't work outside if they are installed under a patio cover of some sort.
1117990
I used them outdoors, no problem. They were however, inside a light fixture.
1890925
just put mine up but I plan on keeping them up all year. Im in PA so it will get crappy outside but they are "outdoor" speakers so if you can mount them under something for alittle protection they should be ok. They sound great for the $$ by the way.
65856
They are not intended to be used outdoors. They are not sealed in anyway. I've used them in my shed and on the porch with no issues. I have used them outside by putting them in plastic bags. This winter, I'll probably encase them in old Tupperware style containers sealing the input & output cord openings with RTV.
578982
Save your money, mine are in the attic of my garage, I tried to use them once and they would not perform correctly. I had bought them quite a long time before I ever tried to use them so sending them back was not an option.
748441
No. Control box and/or lights are NOT water proof. I've tried sealing them... but the materials used in their manufacturing and shipped are not par, for upgrades.
787451
They work great but are not waterproof connections. I suggest silicone all connections and heat shrink all connections you make to extend wires.
400579
Good question. I mounted mine under a portico and they withstand everything from sub freezing temps to hot and muggy conditions. That much direct moisture may affect them.