La Crosse Technology WT-3181P 18" Outdoor Atomic Wall Clock with Temperature/Humidity Review

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(More customer reviews)Great clock for indoor use. Can only be used outdoors, if kept warm and dry. All advertising states it's weatherproof. The owner's manual and manufacturer website state otherwise. Very disappointed as I purchased specifically for outdoor use.

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This 18" outdoor clock sets itself to the U.S. atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado, thus maintaining absolute time accuracy.An analog hygrometer and thermometer allow you to view the weather conditions from outside your home.This clock is weather proof.

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Oregon Scientific WMS802 WeatherNow II with MSN Direct Service Review

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(More customer reviews)Sure the product works great as advertised but after January 1st, 2012 this product will be rendered useless. Here is information directly from MSN Direct which is the service this device uses.Customers can continue to enjoy the full benefits of MSN Direct, along with service and support, up until that date. Pro-rated refunds for unused portions of existing One-Time Payment and other subscription plans will be automatically credited after January 1, 2012. Customers may cancel service at any point prior to that date and receive a pro-rated refund for any unused portion of their subscription. Microsoft customer support is available to answer any questions about existing subscriptions or refund eligibility at 1-866-658-7032.

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Harnessing the power of MSN Direct Weather Service, the WeatherNow II from Oregon Scientific offers weather information and forecasts without the need for remote outdoor sensors, elaborate setup, or a computer connection. Plug in the device, and WeatherNow II automatically receives an FM radio signal from MSN Direct and begins displaying time/date and current local outdoor conditions. It also has readouts for the current day\'s forecast, high and low temps, chance of precipitation, and weather predictions for the next three days. It is the perfect devise for anyone interested in a home weather station but not the complications of involved programming or setup.
To help with real-world planning and preparations, the WeatherNow II\'s LCD screen also shows a "feels like" temperature, which factors in wind chill and the heat index, for a more accurate description of actual outdoor conditions. The display automatically toggles back and forth between the "feels like" reading and a UV-index display, providing the day\'s UV conditions from low to extremely high. Four-day forecast conditions are shown in 12 different graphic icons, indicating clear, partly cloudy, cloudy, rain, snow, thunder, dust, fog, haze, smoke, windy, or frigid. In addition, trend arrows show whether temperature and humidity are rising, falling, or holding steady.
Alongside its detailed weather information, WeatherNow II also includes clock and calendar readings, as well as sunset time, indoor temp, and signal reception. Other features include an alarm with snooze and a backlight for viewing in the dark. The unit comes with an AC adapter, but can also run off four AA batteries, not included, as a backup power source in the event of an electrical outage. Oregon Scientific\'s contract with MSN Direct runs through December 2011.

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La Crosse Technology Weather Direct WD-3105U 4-Day Internet-Powered Wireless Forecaster, Titanium Review

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(More customer reviews)The weather direct weather station was easy to set up, the instuctions were easy to follow. If I could change one thing about the weather station it would be how it displays the outdoor temperature. The outdoor temperature scrolls on the bottom of the screen, along with a written description of the weather report, and the name of the city the forcast is for. I don't like that you have to wait for the outdoor temperature to show up. I would rather it was available on the display all of the time. So far, the weather reports have been quite accurate. Some of the "expandable" features that it lists in the product description are available only if you pay for a subscription. For example, you have to pay if you want to view forcasts for more than one location or want severe weather alerts. If you are only wanting to see the forecast for one location its not a problem. Overall, I'm very pleased with the product.
Edit: I'm not so pleased with this product anymore. It quit working after about 6 weeks and I haven't been able to get it working again. It turned out to be a waste of time and money.

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With this La Crosse Technology internet-powered wireless forecaster, one can check the projected weather without flipping on the TV, radio, or computer. The Weather Direct WD-3102U four-day forecaster sends free internet forecasts for the user-selected location to the display unit. A provided AC-powered gateway connects with a secure LAN cable to a network router for internet transmissions, whether or not the computer is on. Upon online registration, the user chooses the forecast location from over 60,000 US and Canadian locations. The forecaster also provides the outdoor temperature, measured from right outside the front door with the included TX-50U wireless sensor.
The titanium-framed display stands alone, or wall hangs. The current day\'s forecast, internet-set time, and indoor temperature occupy the top LCD. In the center section, sky condition icons and projected high and low temperatures predict the next three days\' weather; forecasts update every six hours. The selected location, location forecast, sunrise/sunset times, and outdoor temperature scroll across the bottom LCD section. Additional function keys enable adjustments to LCD contrast, scrolling speed, and volume, Fahrenheit/Celsius selection, alarm setting, five-minute snooze activation, and viewing micro forecasts for morning, afternoon, evening, and night. Communicating with the display from up to 330 feet unobstructed, both the gateway and the outdoor sensor come with mounting hardware. Install the sensor out of direct rain and sunlight. No additional software or Wi-Fi connection is required. However, the system does necessitate high-speed internet service, a network router, and the separate purchase of two C and two AA batteries. A limited one-year warranty covers the forecaster. The display measures 4-4/5 inches wide by 1-1/2 inches deep by 5-1/5 inches high.

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Timex TX5170 Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer with Indoor Hygrometer and Clock Review

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(More customer reviews)After one week of normal use the Timex TX5170 stopped functioning: The readout displayed random digits. The battery tested fine (1.5 volts on my voltmeter), but I decided to give the TX5170 the benefit of the doubt, so I went out and bought a new alkaline AAA battery and installed it. And, lo and behold, the TX5170 sprang back to life -- for six hours. Then it gave up the ghost completely. Installing ANOTHER new alkaline battery did no good.
I once met a retired advertising executive who purported to be the guy who came up with Timex's classic slogan, "It Takes A Licking But Keeps on Ticking." My problems with the Timex TX5170 recalled this slogan to my mind. "Perhaps that's the problem," I said to myself. So I covered the TX5170 with chocolate syrup and proceed to lick it. Alas, still only random digits in the readout. [Just kidding.]
The online product description states that the TX5170 is covered by "Timex's one-year warranty." That sounds good, only the "instruction manual" included with the unit does not mention a warranty, nor does it provide any contact information for the manufacture. The fine print on the back of the unit itself states that it was manufactured in China for the Maverick Corporation of Edison, New Jersey, and that the name "Timex" is used under license in the United States and certain other territories.
Very helpful.
So the question is, how much time and effort am I going to expend to gain satisfaction for a non-functioning fifteen dollar thermometer?

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They say it's not the heat, but the humidity. Well fret not, because the versatile Timex TX5170 electronic thermometer displays both at the same time. The compact unit--which sits unobtrusively on a desktop, table, or shelf--sports a three-line LCD panel with bold, conspicuous readouts. The top line displays the indoor temperature, the middle line displays the outdoor temperature, and the bottom line shows either the indoor relative humidity or the time, depending in your preference. As a result, you can instantly gauge whether to wear shorts or pants on a seemingly mild summer day, make sure the humidity level is correct in the greenhouse, or crank the air conditioner as the afternoon progresses. The temperature readings range from 32 to 122 degrees F (0 to 50 degrees C) for the indoor temperature to -4 to 158 degrees F (-20 to 50 degrees C) for the outdoor temperature. The relative humidity, meanwhile, is measured on a scale of 20 to 90 percent, with the hygrometer performing best between 40 and 70 percent.
The display is remarkably easy to read--even from across the room--thanks to the bold digits and crisp readout. At the same time, the TX5170 includes an integral minimum/maximum memory function that records the high and low temperatures of the day. The values are available at the push of a button, with a second button clearing and resetting the memory on command. Best of all, the unit is notably compact at 2.88 by 5.44 by 0.81 inches (W x H x D), making it a great choice for home offices, backyard greenhouses, and everywhere in between.
The TX5170 comes with a wired, weather-resistant temperature probe (with a 10-foot cord) for gauging the outdoor temperature, along with an integral folding stand. Because of the wired probe, the main unit will need to located near a window to enjoy the outdoor temperature functions. And should you want to mount the unit on a wall rather than place it on a shelf or desk, simply suspend it from its rear hanger hole (you'll need to provide the nail or screw). As a final bonus, the TX5170 is streamlined and attractive, with a sleek white plastic housing and a snazzy seven-button control panel on the front.
The TX5170 requires a single AAA battery (not included) and is backed by a one-year warranty.
What's in the Box Base station, wired weather sensor with 10-foot cord, integral folding stand, user's manual.

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Oregon Scientific I300 InstaForecaster I Review

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(More customer reviews)We had some trouble getting the thing to work in the first place. had to uninstall a couple of times with our Windows XP computer, and then had to resent the remote device a couple of times.
but then, we upgraded to Windows 7 and the thing doesn't work at all. They say it cannot be compatible with Windows 7. Needless to say, we are not pleased. They didn't see Windows 7 coming?????

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See real-time weather information for up to 5 zip codes worldwide with this Web-integrated weather forecaster from Oregon Scientific. The two-screen InstaForecast II displays current time and weather conditions on the viewer\'s left with larger, easy-to-read digits and weather icons, and a 4-day forecast on the right so you know the weather ahead at a quick glance. The unit monitors weather conditions at your current location, where you\'re traveling to, spots in between, or your favorite getaway.
The handy desktop or wall-mounted InstaForecast II comes with advanced weather software installable on any Internet-connected computer for access to weather data from over 1,700 weather zones in North America and hundreds of locations around the world. The software shows nonstop weather and transmits this information via radio to the remote, wireless InstaForecast device placed anywhere around the house. An included wireless temperature/humidity sensor also lets you can monitor backyard weather conditions.

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La Crosse Technology WD-3307U Weather Direct 4-Day Multi-Line Wireless Forecaster Review

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(More customer reviews)Here's how wretched La Crosse Technology's technical support is.
My WD-3307 arrived on 9 December, and was quickly registered through the Weather Direct website. The unit performed flawlessly, and I was quite impressed--until Christmas Day, when display updates simply stopped. I discovered that the unit's gateway module wasn't transmitting to the display, even when the two components were only a couple of feet apart. After a few minutes, I performed the factory reset of the gateway module as described in the owner's manual. That proved to be an enormous mistake, because you can't reregister the gateway module at the Weather Direct website unless a Weather Direct person does something at their end. And guess what? They can't even be bothered to answer their telephone, let alone do something.
I started calling the WD technical support line, on Friday, 26 December. IT WAS NEVER ANSWERED! (I let it ring for up to two minutes.) I tried again on Monday. Once again, it rang interminably each time I called until late in the day, when an automated system finally picked up and I was able to leave voicemail with my name and 'phone number. No one called that night or the following day, so I left another voicemail message Tuesday. That was the last time I could even leave voicemail at the WD number, since it went back to ringing forever when I called after that.
During this period, I was also trying the La Crosse Technology technical support 'phone number, with similar results. At least LCT's voicemail was always available--not that my call was ever returned.
Almost twelve hours ago, I once again left voicemail at the LCT technical support number, threatening to let Amazon customers know about LCT's post-sale support. The fact that you're reading this means that last call wasn't returned, either. That's TEN DAYS without a peep from them. Way to go, Weather Direct and LCT. Two weeks ago, I was telling people how good the Weather Direct stuff is. Now? Save your money, people. You don't need the aggravation.

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With its advanced technology and range of readouts, the Weather Direct multi-line weather station keeps the forecast and other vital facts at the ready without requiring you to turn on the TV or check the computer. Created by La Crosse Technology, the unit communicates wirelessly with a dedicated website to deliver continuously updated 24-hour forecasts for 60,000 North American locations. Along the way, it tracks time, date, remote-sensor temperature, daily highs and lows, and the anticipated time of both sunrise and sunset.
A high-speed Internet connection and a wireless router are needed to run the Weather Direct, but no software is required and no subscription is necessary. Forecasts are available for morning, afternoon, evening, and night for up to four days out, allowing for more accurate preparations and simplified planning. A series of icons communicates the numerous readings, which include chance of precipitation, rainfall in inches, hours of sunshine, barometric pressure, and wind gust/speed/direction. The bottom LCD line scrolls the current outdoor temperature, selected location, sunrise and sunset times, and forecast. An alarm with snooze is also included.
La Crosse Technology packages this version of the Weather Direct with one remote sensor and a LAN cable to connect to a network router. The wireless range is 330 feet, and use of a PC is necessary during setup or to customize features. A membership to theweatherclub.com is also part of the package, which lets you monitor your backyard conditions from anywhere in the world. Expanding the system to additional remote sensors is also possible, with their separate purchase, and adding forecast alerts through the National Weather Service is another option.
The base device display measures 7-1/2 by 1-1/4 by 7-5/8 inches, and the outdoor sensor is 1-1/2 by 1/2 by 8 inches. The system takes two AA batteries and two C batteries, not included, and La Crosse Technology backs it with a one-year warranty.

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La Crosse WS-8035U-IT Wireless 915mhz Forecast Station with Pressure Graph & In/Out Temps Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm a meteorologist. If I had it in my budget to get a professional weather station (like from Davis) for my home I would but until I do this station will serve nicely.
The display unit is nice and large, very easy to read. The base is narrow enough that I can set it on the kitchen window sill without worrying it will fall into the sink. The remote sensor is about 30-40 feet away, around the corner of the house. Our home has metal siding and the signal from the remote has to travel through two exterior walls and a window; we've had no reception problems.
The sensors are accurate. When I first put in the batteries (follow the instructions as another reviewer said) I let the outdoor sensor sit next to the indoor sensor for quite a while. The readings from the base unit and remote matched within 0.7 of a degree and 2% humidity.
The clock set itself within about an hour of putting in the batteries.
The base unit is easy to read and full of information. The unit records not only high and low temperature and humidity for both the indoor and outdoor sensors but also the date and time the reading was taken. If you were so inclined you could reset the measurements on 1 January, then on 31 December see when you had your highs and lows for the year.
I want to address a couple of comments by other reviewers. First, the specifications of the unit (found on page 23 of the manual downloadable from Amazon) clearly state the unit will only report outside temperatures to about -22F. Expecting La Crosse to do something about this is like buying a Geo Metro and complaining that you can't compete in NASCAR. The unit is not built for those extreme low temperatures. Don't buy it if it doesn't meet your needs.
Second, the Weather Channel reports measurements taken by a weather station (often at an airport or NWS office) that is in your cable viewing area. The Weather Channel is not reporting conditions in your backyard. Official measurments are taken using instruments housed in a shelter built to certain specifications, usually 4-6 feet off the ground. I've got my outdoor sensor stuck to the side of the house about 8-9 feet up. It's good enough for backyard meteorology but it's definitely doesn't meet requirements for official measurements.
Third, the reason the pressure tendency chart blinks (actually it's displayed in a scrolling fashion) is "to avoid burnout of the LCD". Manual, page 18, section I9.
Remember, the pressure displayed is station pressure. The values reported by the Weather Channel are converted to sea level pressure. Station pressure is affected by the height of the weather station; the higher you're located above sea level the lower the pressure displayed, compared to sea level pressure. Fortunately it's not the number that matters. What you're interested in as a weather watcher is the pressure tendency. If the pressure is dropping then look for worsening weather; likewise with increasing pressure you can expect conditions to improve.
All in all this is a nice package with many features found only on more expensive units.
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Update 25 Aug 2007
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The unit is still going strong after a year, though the outside sensor died. It fell off the side of the house a couple of times - it's possible that had something to do with it. Fortunately the replacement sensor is only $15 here on Amazon, though it doesn't come with a weather shield. I have it under an eave, but I still may seal the new sensor (La Crosse Technology TX6U Wireless Temperature Sensor) with silicon as a precaution.
I didn't realize how much I looked at the thing until the sensor died...I'm going through data withdrawal now.
Interestingly, the unit is now branded as "The Weather Channel" wireless weather station. When I bought this it was just a regular old wireless weather station. Perhaps TWC branding is the reason the price has gone up since last year.


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This wireless weather station displays a wide range of information in an easy-to-read format on a large LCD.The unit monitors indoor/outdoor temperature and humidity, barometric pressure with pressure history chart, displays the current moon phase, and forecast icon.Time is set by the U.S. atomic clock.Additionally, this unit has a time alarm with snooze.

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Iron Sun Thermometer Review

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(More customer reviews)My husband and I have vastly differing opinions on what we like, but this is something we both agreed on! It works well and looks great and is definitely worth buying :)

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Sunny Day Thermometer Hand-Crafted Design This Thermometer adds beauty and function to any deck or patio! Offering Precise Quartz movement that's great for indoor or outdoor use. 10" Diameter x 1.5" D Rust Finish Large Easy to Read Numbers Great for Indoor and Outdoor Use In Stock-Ships Fast About Infinity Instruments One of the hottest trends today is to decorate and accessorize the outside of your living space. It extends your home and can increase the value. What better way to do this but with an indoor/outdoor clock or weather instrument from Infinity Instruments. On the deck, porch, or on the side of the house, these are great statement makers and are fully functional. With sizes ranging from 10 to 36 inches in diameter and finishes of metal, slate, wood, faux copper, tile and wicker all being water/weather proof Infinity has something for everyone, and the three year warranty can't be beat.

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