GameDr Video Game Timer

Today I saw something interesting on the web. It’s a device for parents to install for their kids to help to limit the amount of time they spent playing video games at home. Let’s suppose the parents wants to limit the number of minutes playable by their children on the Nintendo to 2 hours per day. They will configure the device to a limit of two hours. The device is plugged in the wall outlet and the Nintendo is plugged inside the side. But the thing is the AC cord line plugged into the device is locked there or not easily dis-connectable. So once configured to two hours, the children can play only 2 hours.

They can play one hour, than stop there. Then later on they can restart playing and continue. But as soon as they have played two hours, the device disconnect power from the plug and children cannot play. I dislike the fact that it is simply a tie-wrap that makes locks the device. I feel a child could easily cut it… I would have prefer a lock instead… But maybe the idea is if the child cut the tie wrap, when the parent see it, it will keep the Nintendo for one week as a punishment maybe…

Here is the description from the website of the device: (This is the link)

Limits Game Use

Finally, a simple and practical solution for limiting “screen” time that’s a cinch for parents to enforce. The GameDr Video Game Timer is an easy-to-use electronic time management device for video game systems and other electronic devices. Parents simply set the time allowed for video game play and when the allotted time is up, the game timer automatically powers off the game system. Players even get 10-minute and 1-minute warnings so games can be saved. Take the stress out of managing the amount of time your child spends playing video games with the game timer!

• Compatible with any plug-in video game system or electronic device including televisions, computers and dvd players*
• Power cord of game system plugs, and securely locks, into the timer
• Set a block of time to limit how much the game system can be used
• Time limit can be programmed to repeat every 24 hours
• Lock tabs fit over console power plug to prevent disengaging the timer device
• 4-digit pass code prevents unauthorized timer changes
• On/Off buttons allow player to start and stop their allotted time block
• Rechargeable battery backup in case of a power outage or unplugging of device
• Warnings are given when time limit is approaching: 10 minutes, 1 minute, and as time is reached
• Manufacturer’s one year limited warranty
  

*This product is suitable for electronic devices up to 600 Watts (5 Amps)

Includes: Video Game Timer, 6 locking ties and detailed instruction manual