La Crosse Technology WS-7014CH-IT Wireless Weather Station

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Product Features

• Wireless weather station reads indoor temperature, humidity, and remote temperature
• Radio-controlled time and date reads info from U.S. atomic clock
• Included remote sensor reads temperature from up to 330 feet away (depending on obstructions)
• Forecasts weather conditions (up to 75 percent accuracy) based on air pressure
• Measures 3-1/2 by 5-1/2 by 1-1/4 inches (W x H x D)

Product Details

Product Manual [652kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 3.5 x 5.4 inches ; 11.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B0000APHTD
• Item model number: WS-7014CH-IT
• Batteries: 4 AA batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (120 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #36 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Bestsellers in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Review
Aspiring meteorologists and will be thrilled with this La Crosse Technology wireless weather station. Ideal for darkrooms, greenhouses, or other environments that require a consistent temperature reading, the WS-7014CH records indoor temperature, humidity, and remote temperature as measured by the included TX29U-IT remote sensor. For those who need multiple temperature readings, the unit is compatible with up to three remote sensors, and displays the information in both Fahrenheit and Celsius. If gauging current temperature isn't enough to satisfy, the station also forecasts upcoming weather conditions based on changing air pressure, employing several user-friendly icons, such as clouds, raindrops, or the sun, in the display. The forecast is approximately 75 percent accurate for 12 to 20 hours.

Like all La Crosse Technology products, the included clock and date indicator receive their readings from the U.S. atomic clock in Fort Collins, Colorado, ensuring that the time is always 100 percent accurate. In addition, the weather station stores both daily maximum and minimum temperatures in its memory. The remote sensor is accurate up to 330 feet away with no obstructions, and approximately 50 to 65 feet away if exterior or interior walls block the weather station. Other features include a 12- or 24-hour time mode and an air-pressure tendency arrow. The unit is comfortable either hanging on a wall or free standing and measures 3-1/2 by 5-1/2 by 1-1/4 inches (W x H x D). Both the display unit and remote require two AA batteries.

Product Description
This stylish atomic clock and portable weather stations is widely popular due to its quality, accuracy and attractive appearance. The wireless home weather station features a newer, faster IT transmission time of every four seconds for outside weather. The weather forecaster can also read outside temperatures down to negative 39.8-degrees. Atomic time and date, as well as outside temperature, inside temperature, and inside humidity are all clearly displayed on the easy to read digital face. The weather station is made of plastic with a modern silver finish complemented by cherry finished panels for a sophisticated look! Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

84 of 85 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Simple and inexpensive, May 30, 2006

By	Francois Rouaix (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this station about 6 months ago. It was very easy to set up, and has been working perfectly ever since. Having one reliable atomic clock in the house is useful, as all appliances drift somewhat, and so do mechanical watches. The wireless remote temperature sensor has also been working reliably. I just placed in under a bench on the deck, and it has survived so far (in the wet Seattle climate).
Also, the station has a memory for highest/lowest temperatures (one for the station, one for the remote sensor), which is nice when you want to know exactly how hot/cold it got last night.
I haven't been using the weather forecast much, so I won't comment on it.
I still haven't had to change the batteries (almost 6 months of use by now).
Altogether, I'm very happy with the purchase (less than $35), and would recommend this unit to anyone looking for an inexpensive atomic clock/temperature sensor combo.

71 of 73 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not bad for the money, August 16, 2006

By	Clueman13 (New England) - See all my reviews

Purchased weather station from Amazon and is working fine. Here are some possibly useful tips for initial setup and operation. Pay attention to battery installation in the temperature sensor first, then the station second. For an initial test, leave the sensor and station in the same room to stabilize and monitor both temperatures for about 1 hour. Over that time, I observed mostly 0.5 degree difference in the two readings. This test checks normal operation and in my case the comparison was remarkably good.

My outside sensor is in a sheltered location and less than thirty feet from the station. The manual says up to 80 feet separation, but this is highly depended on the number of walls/floors and construction materials in the way. That is, don't count on the 80 foot separation distance.

Regular alkaline batteries for the station are fine. However, care must be exercised in sensor battery selection especially if you live in a cold winter area such as New England. Regular 1.5 volt alkaline or enhanced alkaline type batteries are not suited for prolonged cold outdoor use. However, definitely consider the newer 1.5 volt Lithium batteries that operate down to minus 40 degrees F for prolonged cold outdoor use. The only drawback is cost, but they are often on sale at national drug chains.

Getting the radio controlled time clock to operate properly can be tricky. Based on experience with other clocks, my best reception occurs with (1) location on the second floor (height), (2) display facing east/west (antenna direction) rather than north or south, and (3) location away from a TV, radio, or stereo (interference). Thunderstorms tend to disrupt sensor to station communication but operation eventually returns to normal. Station weather indicator is no worse than the New England weather forecasters.

30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great product for the price!, March 24, 2006

By	C. W. Levesque - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I would recommend this for any price-conscience buyer who needs an outdoor themometer and an accurate indoor temp measurement.

The wireless capability allows me to place the indoor unit away from heat sources (i.e. chimney, kitchen, etc) to ensure an accurate reading indoors, as well as wireless distance flexability for outdoor sensor placement.

The only function emitted from this particular model is a meter for the level of humidity outdoors. It actually does have an indoor reading, but for whatever reason (probably cost) it is lacking the outdoor measurement.

Lastly, the unit has been very accurate predicting the upcoming weather, even here in Maine where the weather changes practically hourly! Overall, for the price point and accuracy, this is a 5 star unit in my opinion.