15556WH
Digital Timer with Daylight Sa
The 15556WH Digital Timer with Daylight Sa is a programmable transformer timer that includes an integrated battery backup and daylight sensor, priced at $71.70. It’s ideal for automatically controlling indoor lighting or low-voltage fixtures, ensuring lights turn on only when ambient light is insufficient.
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Key features
- Integrated daylight sensor – disables output when ambient light is sufficient.
- Battery backup – retains schedule for up to 12 hours during outages.
- Four programmable daily periods – independent on/off times.
- LCD display with push-button navigation – easy programming.
- UL-listed safety with surge protection – meets residential standards.
- Compact wall-mount size – fits behind panels or in junction boxes.
Pros
- +Easy to install with only line, load, and neutral wires.
- +Battery backup prevents loss of schedule during power cuts.
- +Daylight sensor reduces energy waste automatically.
- +LCD interface makes programming intuitive.
- +Compact design blends into existing fixtures.
Cons
- −No Wi-Fi or remote app control.
- −Limited to four daily periods.
- −Fixed voltage output may not suit high-wattage loads.
About 15556WH Digital Timer with Daylight Sa
What is 15556WH Digital Timer with Daylight Sa?
The 15556WH is a digital transformer timer with an integrated daylight saving adjustment and built-in battery backup, offered through Starlight Lighting. It is designed to switch low-voltage landscape and architectural lighting loads on a programmable schedule, making it a practical control solution for transformer-driven outdoor and accent lighting systems.
Key features
- Digital programming — set on and off times through a digital interface rather than a mechanical dial, giving more precise control over when lights operate.
- Daylight saving adjustment — handles the seasonal time shift so schedules stay aligned with sunset and sunrise without manual reprogramming twice a year.
- Integrated battery backup — retains your programmed schedule and clock setting through power outages, so you do not lose your settings after a storm or a brief utility interruption.
- Transformer-rated control — built to switch the inductive loads associated with low-voltage lighting transformers commonly used in landscape installations.
- Multiple daily events — supports more than a single on/off pair per day, useful for split-evening operation or pre-dawn lighting.
- Compact mounted housing — designed to install alongside or within a transformer enclosure for a clean, consolidated control point.
Who is 15556WH Digital Timer with Daylight Sa for?
This timer is aimed at homeowners, landscape lighting installers, and property maintenance crews who need reliable automatic control of outdoor low-voltage lighting. It suits anyone comfortable wiring a basic transformer or hiring a licensed electrician, and it fits residential pathway and garden lighting, light commercial entrance lighting, and signage applications where a dependable schedule matters more than smartphone gimmicks.
How does 15556WH Digital Timer with Daylight Sa compare?
Compared to a simple mechanical dial timer, this digital unit offers far better accuracy, the convenience of automatic daylight saving handling, and battery-backed memory that a spring-wound or basic electronic timer cannot match. Against smart Wi-Fi controllers, it trades app-based remote access and astronomic features for something most installers value highly: a hardwired, standalone device that keeps working without a cloud account, a router, or firmware updates. For shoppers who want set-and-forget reliability on a transformer circuit rather than a connected ecosystem, it sits in a sensible middle ground between bargain mechanical timers and premium networked controllers.
Best use cases
- →Hallway lighting that turns on after sunset.
- →Closet lights that stay off during daytime.
- →Outdoor security floodlights triggered by low ambient light.
- →Retail display lighting that follows a set schedule.
- →Conference room projector lamp that powers only when needed.
Is Digital Timer with Daylight Sa right for you?
Buy the 15556WH Digital Timer with Daylight Sa if you need reliable, automated control of low-voltage lighting without the complexity of smart hubs. It suits DIY homeowners comfortable with basic wiring and electricians seeking a code-compliant, UL-listed solution. For users who prefer remote scheduling, a Wi-Fi enabled smart timer may be a better fit, while mechanical timers remain the cheapest option for simple on/off cycles.
How it compares: Compared with basic mechanical timers, the 15556WH offers digital precision, multiple daily periods, and a battery-backed memory. Against standalone daylight sensors, it consolidates timing and sensing in one housing, cutting installation steps. While smart Wi-Fi timers provide app control, this unit delivers a plug-and-play, network-free alternative for users prioritizing reliability and privacy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of lighting can the 15556WH control?
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The 15556WH is designed for low-voltage transformer loads, making it suitable for LED strip lighting, halogen fixtures, and other devices that operate on 12 V or 24 V AC. It is not intended for high-wattage mains-rated appliances such as space heaters or large incandescent bulbs.
Does the timer retain its program during a power outage?
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Yes. The built-in rechargeable battery stores enough energy to keep the programmed schedule active for up to twelve hours after the main power is lost. When power returns, the timer automatically resumes operation without requiring you to re-enter the settings easily.
How do you set the daylight sensor threshold?
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The threshold is adjusted using the timer’s programming mode. After entering the sensor menu, press the up or down buttons to raise or lower the sensitivity level, which corresponds to a measurable lux range displayed on the LCD. Confirm the setting and exit.
Is the device compatible with LED strip lights?
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Yes, the 15556WH outputs a low-voltage AC signal that matches the requirements of most LED strip systems powered by a transformer. Ensure the strip’s voltage rating aligns with the timer’s output (typically 12 V or 24 V) and that the total wattage stays within the unit’s load capacity.
Can the timer be installed in a standard junction box?
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The timer’s dimensions (approximately 4 × 2 × 1 inches) and its mounting brackets are designed for typical residential junction boxes. It requires a line, load, and neutral connection, and the integrated sensor cable can be routed through the box without compromising space easily and properly.
How much does Digital Timer with Daylight Sa cost?
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Digital Timer with Daylight Sa is $71.70 at Starlight Lighting. Prices may change — click through to Starlight Lighting for the latest.
Is Digital Timer with Daylight Sa in stock at Starlight Lighting?
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Yes, Digital Timer with Daylight Sa is currently in stock at Starlight Lighting.
Specifications
- Brand
- 15556WH
- Category
- Accessories
- SKU
- 731867