- Records min/max temperature and humidity in/out with time and date of recording
- Barometric tendency arrow; indoor comfort level icon; moon phase
- Barometric pressure with 24 hour history graph; receives data from up to 3 sensors
- Atomic time and date automatically updates for Daylight Saving Time (on/off option)
- Wall-mount or free-standing with stand; display measures 10 by 7-1/2 by 1 inches
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Stay in touch with weather conditions trends right outside your door with this weather station and wireless remote temperature and humidity gauge duo from La Crosse Technology. The indoor console displays temperature and humidity levels indoors and out and shows daily weather forecasts that help you dress for the weather. The main display receives temperature and humidity data from the included wireless remote sensor. The wireless sensor installs just about anywhere—up to 330 feet away—to report on conditions in the greenhouse, garage, wine cellar or baby’s room, places where proper temperature and humidity levels are crucial.
The weather station’s main console displays a wide range of information in an easy-to-read format on a large LCD. The unit monitors indoor/outdoor temperature and humidity, as well as barometric pressure, and features a pressure history chart to give you some idea of where the weather is heading. It also displays the current moon phase for tide information, and 3 handy forecast icons let you know at a glance if it’s going to be rainy, cloudy, or sunny. Equipped with an atomic clock, time is set automatically via radio and in synch with the U.S. atomic clock for utmost accuracy. The clock also features an alarm with snooze.
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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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74 of 75 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing, Geeky and Cool!,
By Martin A Hogan "Marty From SF" (San Francisco, CA. (Hercules)) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE) (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (2008 HOLIDAY TEAM) (HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: La Crosse Technology WS-8035U-IT-SAL Wireless Weather Station with Remote Temperature and Humidity Gauge (Kitchen)
I received a well deserved "C" in Meteorology in College, but when I got the Wireless Weather Station, I was stunned at what I had missed and what this device can offer. Quite simply, an outdoor sensor (a small iPod sized `thermo/hygro sensor') placed on an outside post or wall acts as the receptor of information from, yes, the NIST (National Institute of Standards & Technology-Time and Frequency Division) radio station, WWVB, in Ft. Collins, Colorado, daily. Also using the local weather, the sensor transmits tons of information to the very cool looking unit in your house. Here are some of the features you see:
*Controlled Time *Moon Phase Display *Indoor Temperature/Humidity Display *Outdoor Temperature *Date Display *A cute Comfort Icon *a Forecast Icon *Air Pressure Trend Indicator *Barometric Air Pressure *24-hour Air Pressure History *Humidity Display *Remote Sensor Number It can be read in 12 or 24 hour mode. There is a radio controlled alarm that also has a snooze (or off). Maybe you can just watch the news to get your information, but this is more than a weather station for your neighborhood - it is a conversation piece. The only drawback I could find is that the LCD display is not very bright without indoor lighting. But that's a small complaint considering all the cool stuff you get just by glancing at the display on your wall (I put mine among all my wall photos). This would also make a really great gift for anyone - weather-wise or not.
101 of 110 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
La Crosse 8035U-IT Weather Station - Good Looks, Disappointing Performance, Overpriced,
This review is from: La Crosse Technology WS-8035U-IT-SAL Wireless Weather Station with Remote Temperature and Humidity Gauge (Kitchen)
The La Crosse Technology WS-8035U-IT-SAL Wireless Weather Station is relatively attractive, but the functionality is not good enough given its high price. Some entry level models offer most of the same features for a fraction of the cost. In addition, the build quality does not inspire confidence that this product will last very long. PROS: ++ Attractive unit compared to others ++ After long-term use, battery life is very good ++ Wall mounting or stand options ++ Fairly accurate indoor temperature, humidity, and pressure readings ++ Will eventually sync data with WWVB atomic clock signal from Fort Collins, CO ++ Good max and min memory per each battery charge ++ 24 hour pressure change histogram ++ Included moon-phase read-out CONS: -- Installation is time-consuming -- Difficult to read screen (no backlighting, impossible to see without lights) -- Forecast icons are misleading -- Difficult to use multiple sensors (requires you to re-run the setup) -- You will have to manually set the time and date ... because (see below) -- It takes TOO LONG (days or up to a week) to sync up with the WWVB signal! -- The plastic backing and feet feel weak and too thin for the size of the unit -- Outdoor sensor is made of cheap non-insulated plastic -- Placement of outdoor sensor is difficult based upon range requirements -- Batteries fall out easily, requiring you to re-run the setup -- No setup info is retained when you change batteries -- No way to power the unit with an AC adapter instead of batteries -- Very high cost considering the features LOOKS AND BUILD QUALITY Many La Crosse weather stations are made from a drab grey plastic. The center portion of this unit is also constructed from that material, but along the sides are two brushed metal wings. Those metal wings enhanced the looks a lot more than I expected. There are actually two parts to this product: the weather station, which is pictured, and the remote sensor for outdoor readings. The sensor is made of cheap thin plastic that does not look durable enough to be outdoors. There is no kind of insulation in the battery cover. So if you live in colder and harsher climates, you might not get much life out of your batteries or your sensor. The unit can be hung from a screw or stood up using plastic feet on the back. The plastic backing is not solid, and you can see it flex when you pull the feet out. Just moving the unit makes it tip over and the batteries constantly fall out. You have to reinstall them and re-run the setup each time that happens. The feet just don't provide a stable base for this unit. It's best to hang it if you can. EXPANSION The TX29UD is the sensor included with this unit. The TX28U and TX21U are both listed as compatible, and transmit on a 915 MHz range. However, the TX6U may or may not work. It's not explicitly listed as compatible. SETUP The first thing you have to do is to sync your sensor with the base unit, and figure out where you will place the sensor. When you are done *syncing* the sensor to the base, you can place the sensor outside. You have to give it time before the readings will be accurate. There is an included bracket that can be screwed to a wall. You need a place where it will stay relatively protected from the elements, so it can't be too far away from your house. You will most likely place it under an awning or over-hang. This unit just hangs in the holster, so it is a challenge to find a place where it won't potentially be taken. The advertised range of 330 feet is misleading. Each wall cuts the range by at least half. The sensor is designed to be put outside which already cuts the range down to 175 feet. For each additional wall, cut the range in half again. You also have to factor in the distance from the wall, and the building materials. Most people should plan on having the sensor within 40 feet from the base. Placing multiple sensors around a larger property will thus be limited. Even though this is an atomic clock, it took forever to sync. Manually set the time and plan to do it again for daylight savings time. And when the batteries die, you have to play the waiting game all over again. There is no place for a power adapter to plug into the weather station. Using regular batteries didn't seem very efficient to me. After long term use, I can tell you the battery life is better than I thought it would be. FORECASTS AND OTHER DATA The forecast icons are misleading. The screen includes images like the sun with clouds or raining. Wouldn't it be logical to think that a sun means it's going to be sunny out, a cloud means it's going to be cloudy, and a rain cloud means it's going to rain? No on all counts. The *sun* icon means "the weather will improve." The *cloudy sun* means "the weather is expected to stay fair." And the *rainy cloud* means "the weather is going to get worse." See section "F" on page 13 of your instruction booklet for information on the forecast icons. The moon phase data seemed a little more accurate. It came up when I manually set the time and date. According to the manual it's pre-programmed into the unit up to 2029. Still, this info is included on many calendars. Many people may thus not really need this feature Barometric pressure readings seemed accurate, but the "air-pressure history" cycled for several days before it normalized. Once it shows differences versus the previous 24 hours, you only get enough info to know that it has gone down or up. A read-out would have been better. Pressing IN or OUT will give you max and minimum readings for temperature and humidity for indoors and outdoors respectively. THE ALTERNATIVES Other La Crosse models like the WS-9611U, WS-9013U or the WS-7014CH retail for a fraction of this unit and include most of the same features. I have the 7014 and it is much smaller. Even though it's not a great value, it's still more reasonable than this one. If you are just looking for quick temperature and humidity readings, many wall clocks that run on 2 AA batteries will give you indoor readings. Several outdoor kits are available. This unit does provide additional data, but many people may not need or want that extra info for the added cost. Some may want to step up to the pro units for more in-depth data and flexibility. The high cost of those units is prohibitive though. CONCLUSION This is still an attractive unit if what you really need is a stylish wall clock with a temperature and humidity read-out. Given the expense I expected much more. Check out the alternatives and hopefully you will either save money for similar features or find an alternative unit with a better feature set. Happy shopping.
37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Buy It,
This review is from: La Crosse Technology WS-8035U-IT-SAL Wireless Weather Station with Remote Temperature and Humidity Gauge (Kitchen)
I've had several Oregon Scientific units and was not satisfied with their temp/humid readings: some units close, others way off from actual. Spend a little more for this unit and you will see that you got what you paid for. La Crosse actually has live phone tech support. The barometer feature is very nice. Response time for sensors is rather slow but for the money paid it's OK.
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