Q: what is the loudest white noise machine on the market? my babies sleep with a white noise cd very loud but keep burning out cd players. Thanks!
A: We don't know which white noise machine is the loudest. The SleepMate's volume can be adjusted, but it is not louder than the maximum volume on the average CD player.
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Q: will this machine run all night or does it have a timer that will shut it off after a certain amount of time?
A: The SleepMate does not have a timer, so it will run all night. Running all night (or for days at a time, for that matter) will not damage the unit. However, if you would like the SleepMate to run on a timer, you could plug the unit into a standard outlet timer.
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Q: My neighbor leaves her dog up on her roof, all alone, all night. So it barks - all night. Will the White Noise Machine mask that insufferable noise?
A: While we cannot guarantee that the White Noise Machine will completely mask the dog's barking, we can guarantee that it will definitely help drown out some of the noise and provide a more calming environment for you to sleep in.
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Q: My apartment is next to the street. Can white noise machines eliminate the noise from the street?
A: That would depend on how noisy your street is. However, even if the SleepMate White Noise Machine didn't completely eliminate the noise, it would certainly improve the sound quality in your room.
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Q: does it stop snoring sounds?
A: Unfortunately, the SleepMate White Noise Machine won't stop the snoring sounds. It will, however, drown them out a bit and make it more bearable. The amount it can drown them out will depend on how loud of a snorer you're dealing with.
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Q: My mother has the TV on 24/7and is loud when she sleeps. I sleep in next room and the TV keeps me awake. Would this machine help both of us sleep better.
A: If your mother needs background noise to fall asleep, the SleepMate White Noise Machine can certainly help her. If you are trying to drown out the noise from her TV, the SleepMate can also help with that.
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Q: would sleep mate help with traffic noise if it was installed outside - we cant use our garden on weekends because of all the traffic noise
A: The SleepMate may help slightly, but if your garden is very near the busy road and there are no other barriers to help soften the noise, you will most likely still be able to hear some of the traffic noise.
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Q: Can I get the 980A with 220 amps to use in Scotland and England? Our son is living in Edinburgh and needs the higher level. Thank you.
A: Unfortunately, we do not offer a 220/240V SleepMate. This model is designed for use in the US or on power systems that use 110/120V.
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Q: Does the SleepMate White Noise Machine help with tinnitus?
A: Yes, the SleepMate White Noise Machine can help mask tinnitus.
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Q: How loud is the SleepMate in decibels?
A: Determining the decibel output on our products is very subjective in relation to where the unit is placed versus where it is actually being heard. With this being said, the SleepMate White Noise Machine has a decibel rating no greater than 70 decibels when volume levels are measured from a distance of approximately 12 inches.
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Q: I am going out of the country and would like to know if your white noise machine makes the same sound as a box fan, which I use to get to sleep each night.
A: This is a toughie, because not all box fans sound the same. In my experience, a box fan makes a humming noise, while the SleepMate makes more of a whooshing noise. However, I think you will find the SleepMate more effective than a box fan. Please keep in mind, though, that we only carry the 120V SleepMate, so it may not work in the country you are traveling to.
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Q: Expensive white noise generators are used to increase privacy in the home or office from eavesdropping or listening devices, will this have the same effect?
A: Yes, the SleepMate 980A White Noise Machine will have the same affect. It's often used in offices where confidentiality is a priority.
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Q: If I am in a room with the white noise turned on so that I can't hear people in adjacent rooms talking, can they still hear me talking? I am hoping to establish privacy as well as "silence".
A: The SleepMate White Noise Machine is perfect for these situations. It not only drowns out noises from other rooms, but also "covers up" sounds in the room that it is in. It is often used in offices where confidentiality is a priority.
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Q: Have been diagnosed with permanent ringing in the ear due to some kind of sound injury. Will this white noise system resolve this problem when I try to sleep?
A: We can't guarantee that it will mask the ringing in your ear completely, but the SleepMate should help.
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Q: Will it drown out sounds from ABOVE? If not, Can I mount this thing upside-down on the ceiling to drown out a stomping neighbor who klunks and creaks through the night?
A: The SleepMate White Noise Machine can help drown out noise coming from any direction. You want to place the unit between yourself and the noise source. Since the SleepMate is motor driven, you should not hang it upside down or on its side. It would put unnecessary stress on the motor and could cause it not to work properly. We recommend placing the SleepMate on top of the tallest piece of furniture in the room to help block out noise from above.
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Q: The instructions says it can be adjusted the tone of noise. I'd like to know whether it has different effect in user's concentration according to the tone. I will use it while studying.
A: Unfortunately, no studies have been done to determine this, so we cannot say for sure if different tones in white noise have different effects on concentration. You could do some experimenting with the SleepMate yourself and adjust it until you find a volume and tone that works best for you.
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Q: Does this unit have a pattern that 'loops' around how long would the pattern be.
A: No, the SleepMate is not playing a pre-recorded track. The SleepMate generates white noise which is a special type of random sound that never repeats and encompasses all detectable frequencies. The noise will not change tone or volume unless you do so yourself with the turning of the collar or cap.
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Q: Does this machine have a timer?
A: No, the SleepMate does not come equipped with a timer.
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Q: can the white noise block off the barking noise of dog in next doors garden
A: The SleepMate White Noise Machine isn't going to hide extremely loud sounds, but if the barking is from a distance, it should definitely help.
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Q: Can you ship to India? What will be the delivered cost and how can the payment be made?
A: Yes, we ship worldwide. To determine your shipping cost, please click on the green "Calculate Shipping" link at the top of the product page near the price. Payment can be made online with a credit card or through your PayPal account, should you have one. You can also call in your order and place it with us over the phone using your credit card.
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Q: Can the white noise block off the piano noise around upstairs?
A: Yes, it will certainly help. For the best results, place the SleepMate between you and the source of the noise.
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Q: They need to make 220v/240v compatible products! Anyway, how effective is it for canceling low-frequency noises such as walking noise from upper floor, sub-woofer, cars w/ huge bass passing by, etc?
A: It would be pretty darn effective. Just make sure that you place the SleepMate between you and the source of the disturbance. Also make sure that you adjust the collar and cap of the device until you reach the optimum sound level and pitch.
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Q: is there a place here that I missed for a demo of the sound?
A: Yes, please watch the video above to hear samples of the white noise sounds produced by the SleepMate.
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Q: Can this be opened easily for cleaning? Does the motor use ball bearings? How heavy is it?
A: Any attempt to access the interior of the SleepMate for cleaning yourself is discouraged by the manufacturer; however, it is necessary to open the unit in order to completely remove any accumulation of dust. Using a vacuum cleaner with a crevice attachment, you could try vacuuming the dust through the slots in the housing. This will help to a limited degree, but will not remove all the dust. The manufacturer recommends sending your SleepMate to them for any type of service work. The motor does not use ball bearings. The SleepMate White Noise Machine weighs 1.5 pounds.
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Q: Does listening to a white noise machine over a long period of time have any negative affect on hearing or any other health-related issue?
A: Unfortunately we are not aware of any studies that have evaluated possible effects of a white noise machine on hearing or other medical issues. However, we can say that some people have been using their SleepMates for 30+ years with no adverse effects. Also, because medial authorities have cited that continuous exposure to sounds above 85-90 decibels can be detrimental to one's hearing, the manufacturer has taken measures to ensure that the SleepMate's decibel rating remains below 70 decibels when volume levels are measured from a distance of 12 inches.
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Q: I live in a very small space, and my the pulsing hum of some kind of machine next door is fairly close. Will it be helpful to put it under my bed, if I can't put it between the source and me?
A: It might work, but a better place to put the SleepMate might be on your nightstand or a dresser.
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Q: Will it make the voices go away...?
A: You never know, it may help! It's worth a shot, don't you think?
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Q: how loud is too loud for a baby?
A: The white noise generated by the SleepMate is adjustable, so you can make it as quiet or as loud as you'd like for your baby. The noise generated by the SleepMate is a calm and consistent one, so even at a higher level it should not be disturbing to your child. If it is too loud, however, your baby will likely let you know by crying.
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Q: will this white noise machine have any bad effect on babies in the long run?
A: The SleepMate has been used with babies for 46 years with no ill effects.
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Q: Will this product down out the noise of your ALARM CLOCK? that would be a burden.
A: We think this would be pretty unlikely, but that would depend on how quiet the alarm is and how deep of a sleeper you are.
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Q: I have a dog. Mostly he sleeps in an adjacent bedroom but occassionally he sleeps in the same room as me. will the white noise have a bad effect on him?
A: The SleepMate White Noise Machine will not have any adverse effects on pets.
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Q: Does it have a timer? If not, is it safe to run all night, 6-8hrs?
A: No, the SleepMate White Noise Machine does not have a timer. If you needed this functionality, you could plug the unit into a standard outlet timer. However, there is absolutely no harm in running this white noise machine continuously for days at a time.
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Q: It is made in China?
A: Nope, the SleepMate 980A is made in the U.S.A.
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Q: Will this be helpful for masking a low frequency pulsating sound coming from my neighbor's air conditioner?
A: Yes, it should be very helpful. For the best results, place the SleepMate between you and the source of the noise.
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Q: I live in a haunted house, will the white noise provoke the ghost??
A: I suppose that depends on whether the ghost is a friendly ghost or mean ghost. Vat19 doesn't have any ghosts (at least not that we know of) so we were not able to test the effects of a white noise machine on ghost behavior.
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Q: hi following on from the previous Australian's question does your product come with an Australian power cable (as ours are different to the US ones) or with a converter thanks don
A: The SleepMate White Noise Machine only comes with a US adapter. We do not offer a version of the SleepMate which will work in Australia.
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Q: I live in a bottom floor apartment. My bedroom is underneath the person who lives above me. I can hear the person above me making noises. Will sleepmate help drown out the sounds?
A: Yes, the SleepMate will definitely help you in this situation. For the best results, place the SleepMate between you and the source of the sound, like on your nightstand.
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Q: My upstairs neighbor complains of my husband snoring. Will this product help her? Will it do more good in her house or mine?
A: This would ultimately depend on just how loud your husband's snoring is, but the SleepMate should help your neighbor drown out some of the sound. It would do more good in her house so that she is the one hearing the white noise.
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Q: Will this machine drown out some truck/car traffic from outside?
A: While it may not completely drown out the noise, it will make a significant difference, providing a much more calming place for you to relax.
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Q: do you have something more powerful than this?? What I hear on the demo will not mask the neighbor's pounding or the loud bob cat outside my bedroom. Thanks
A: The SleepMate 980A is the only white noise machine that we carry. The sound you hear in the video is just a sample. It will sound louder in person. While it will not completely silence the sounds of your neighbor or bobcat, it will definitely help.
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Q: is it on a timer or do i have to physically turn it off when not wanted?
A: The SleepMate does not have a timer.
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Q: How big of an area does this work good?
A: We can't provide a definite answer for that. It will depend on the level of noise in the room and how close you are to the SleepMate.
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Q: is it possible to use earphones so my husband can't hear the noise
A: Because airflow determines the actual sounds generated by the SleepMate, you can't silence the product and use headphones.
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Q: I just got my Sleepmate and already love it. If I place it on the floor will it vibrate and/or make noise that might bother the neighbors downstairs?
A: The SleepMate does not vibrate and functions properly on the floor, so it will not cause any disturbance to your neighbors below.
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Q: Will this product rid me of the ringing in my ears?
A: While we cannot guarantee that the SleepMate White Noise Machine will completely rid you of the ringing in your ears, it can help mask the ringing.
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Q: I live in the uk, can you supply one that can use the uk voltage
A: Unfortunately, we don't carry a UK-compatible white noise machine.
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Q: My neighbor above me walks heavy, will the machine block his sounds?
A: While the SleepMate may not completely eliminate the sound of your neighbor's footsteps, it should do a good job of drowning them out enough to provide a more calming environment for you to fall asleep. For best results, be sure to place the SleepMate between you and the source of the noise.
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Q: is there an outlet for the Vat19 in Honolulu?
A: We do not have a physical location in Hawaii, but we do ship to Hawaii!
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Q: hi, will i need to buy a converter if i am to use this white noise machine in australia. can you tell me the wattage please?
A: The SleepMate 980A is designed for use in the US or on power systems that use 110/120V. We do not offer a 220/240V SleepMate.
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Q: Does the Marpac have a headphone jack too?
A: No, there is not a headphone jack on the SleepMate 980A.
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Q: How consistent is the noise pattern on the 980A? With fans or other appliances,sometimes other noises or rhythmic sounds will appear over time.Also,whats the average lifespan of a 980A?
A: The noise pattern of the SleepMate 980A is very consistent. The manufacturers of the SleepMate provide a one-year warranty, but you can rest assured that yours will last well beyond that, as some customers have had theirs for 30+ years!
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Q: REMOTE CONTROL???????
A: No, the SleepMate does not have a remote control. You have to manually adjust it.
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Q: Is voltage of a current 220 volt or 110?
A: The Sleepmate White Noise Machine is 110 volts.
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Q: what is your return policy?
A: We offer a 30-day return policy, the details of which can be found at the bottom of any page under the "Order Help" section.
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Q: Does is continuously run or does it shut off after a few hours?
A: The Sleepmate White Noise Generator runs continuously until you shut it off.
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