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(More customer reviews)Pros:
- When it's working, the MR683 is a nice little device. The base unit detects temp and humidity, but the included remote unit detects only temp. Nice touches are the atomic clock (nice to have when you consider the cons below...) The LCD shows a basic little temperature 'trend' arrow that is simple but surprisingly useful when trying to gauge whether or not to open up the windows at night vs leave the a/c on.
Cons:
- Button placement and utilization is horrible! Had to read the manual twice to figure out how to get the thing set up the way I wanted. 4 control buttons are flush-mounted on the side, and 6 are mounted on the back.
- Shows only one sensor at the time (have to find the button to switch between inside and outside temp.) Dure to the poor UI, you have to fumble with it a bit to make sure you hit the right button to swap sensors.
- After about 6 months, it stopped listening reliably to the external sensor. Swapped the batteries - didn't help. Only thing that works is resetting the base unit. It does this about once a day, maybe when it's syncing up with the atomic clock. I keep a paperclip handy to reset it.
- Time is lost when you reset the device (necessary due to the above con) and it takes a half a day for the clock to sync back up, so basically it's now pretty useless as a clock most of the time...
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Oregon Scientific RMR683HGA Wireless Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer with Self-Setting Atomic ClockOregon Scientific provides stylish temperature and timing with their Wireless Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer with Self-Setting Atomic Clock. The Thermometer monitors the indoor and outdoor temperature from up to three remote locations, and displays indoor humidity, along with temperature and humidity trend indicators. The included wireless sensor has up to 100-foot transmission using 433MHz frequency. With a wide temperature range of -22 degrees to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, you can be advised of the temperature in almost any condition. It also provides indicators for the heat index and comfort level.The self-setting clock automatically sets itself to the U.S. Atomic Clock, adjusts for Daylight Savings time, and includes a crescendo alarm with snooze function.From the ManufacturerThe Oregon Scientific RMR683HGA Wireless Indoor Outdoor Thermometer with Atomic Clock monitors the indoor and outdoor temperature from up to three remote locations, displays indoor humidity and automatically sets itself to the US Atomic Clock signal. By setting itself to the US Atomic Clock, the RMR683HGA also automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time. The included wireless sensor will transmit from up to 100 feet away depending on conditions, and batteries are included for the main unit and wireless sensor. You can purchase lithium batteries for the wireless sensor when operating in extreme low temperature conditions. Another low temperature feature is the ice warning flashing icon that activates when the outdoor temperature nears freezing. This gives you an advance warning to shelter plants or pets. You can plan your outdoor activities more easily with the moon phase icon that helps gauge moonlight and tides.
You can monitor your indoor environment with customizable temperature and humidity alarm alerts. The RMR683HGA displays the indoor humidity level along with temperature and humidity trends: Rising, Steady, or Falling. The clock and calendar can be shown in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. An alarm clock is built in featuring an eight-minute snooze function. The RMR683HGA gives you instant access to both your indoor and outdoor environment making it more comfortable to enjoy both.
Product Features:
Displays the indoor and outdoor humidity levels using wireless sensor
Automatically sets itself to the U.S. Atomic Clock and adjusts for Daylight Saving Time
Moon phase icon helps gauge moonlight and tides for outdoor activities
Displays three levels of temperature and humidity trends: Rising, Steady or Falling
Calculates comfort level based on temperature and humidity readings
Calculates and displays heat index reading based on temperature humidity
Features an alarm clock with eight-minute snooze function
Ice Warning function flashes icon when outdoor temperature nears freezing
Wirelessly transmits weather data from 100 feet away
Features an alarm clock with eight-minute snooze function
Displays the day and month in five languages for easy reference
Customizable temperature and humidity alarm alerts user to high or low temperature levels
Frequency and temperature range of –22°F to 140°F
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