Question 1

does this lock have an autolock feature?

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You have to turn it manually, which is the main reason I bought this unit.   In my experience, similar units that "auto-lock" are problematic in that the "bolt" may not set correctly if not perfectly lined up.  On our door, we had problems with humidity and the "auto" feature would jam unless you "jiggled" the door.   Also, the "auto" lock units eat up the battery much faster.

Question 2

Do the numbers wear on the commonly used keys (for your PIN entry?)   That is, after repeated use, can a person tell which keys are pressed most often?

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...even if one could identify the 4 most commonly used keys, there would still be 256 potential combinations since numbers can be repeated.  I have had one of these for six years, and while the numbers have not worn, the buttons which are pushed most frequently are a bit dirtier than the numbers that never get pushed.  They are not dirty but there is slight discoloration.  However, since my wife and family each have separate codes, 8 out of the 10 buttons get used at some point.  All that said, the keys are still clean and the oft used button are only barely discolored.

Question 3

Is the keypad visible in the dark -- from a source other than reflected light?

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No, The Keyboard is not visible in the dark. You must touch a key on the pad before the keyboard lights. We press any key an then press the enter key before we enter a code.

Question 4

read where rain can "fry" this unit, true???

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I have two of these and one of the touchpad deadbolts on different doors. The two like this have been installed about 2 years and the touchpad has been installed about three. One of them (this model) is installed on a shed directly in the elements while the other two have eves above them (very small overhangs). I am currently replacing the one that is directly in the elements while the other two are still functioning perfectly.

The overhangs are small but it is the difference between getting soaked EVERY single time it rains and rarely ever getting directly rained on. So I would say, no, rain doesn’t “fry” this product but, yes, DIRECT exposure to the elements will likely shorten the lifespan of the lock. On the other hand, it doesn’t take much to reduce this problem (like a 12” overhang 8-10’ above the door). Also, the “shortened” lifespan of mine was still about two years. It was better than I expected knowing it was completely unsheltered.

ASIN	B0016DUM44
Additional Features	Door Locks
Best Sellers Rank	#842 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #3 in Deadbolts
Brand Name	SCHLAGE
Color	Bright Brass
Control Method	App
Controller Type	Hand Control, Mechanical knob
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (20,065)
Finish Types	Polished
Global Trade Identification Number	00043156894505
Included Components	Installation Hardware, Installation Instructions
Item Dimensions	2.63 x 3.17 x 5.43 inches
Item Type Name	Electronic Keyless Entry Lock
Item Weight	4.24 Pounds
Lock Type	Keypad
Manufacturer	Schlage
Manufacturer Part Number	BE365 CAM 505
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Backed by a limited lifetime mechanical and finish warranty, and a limited three-year electronics warranty. See Schlage warranty for full details. Warranty valid only on "Ships from and sold by Amazon or Buildcom" purchases.
Material Type	Zinc
Model Name	Camelot Keypad Deadbolt
Model Number	BE365CAM505
Number of Pieces	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Security
Shape	Rectangular
Smart Home Compatibility	Not Smart Home Compatible
Style Name	Camelot
UPC	043156894505
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Schlage Camelot Electronic Keypad Deadbolt Lock, Keyless Front Door Entry, Mechanical Key Backup Included, Bright Brass, BE365 CAM 505

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