La Crosse Technology WS-8117U-IT-OAK Atomic Wall Clock with Outdoor Temperature

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Product Features

• Oak wall clock with radio-calibrated time and date and temperature function
• Radio-controlled time and date; indoor and remote temperature
• Moon phase readings and dual alarms
• 12- or 24-hour time modes; time zones from the United Kingdom to Fiji
• 12-1/4 by 8 by 1-1/4 inches; one-year warranty

Product Details

Product Manual [856kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 12.2 x 8 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B0000VYIZC
• Item model number: WS-8117U-IT-OAK
• Batteries: 4 AA batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (63 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #19 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Bestsellers in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Review

When is a clock not just a clock? When it provides so much more than just the time: temperature, phase of the moon, and accuracy within one second per year, for example. This handsome wall clock, with its dual LCD screens and black-accented oak finish, is an example of household life being enhanced by science. The WS-8117U can hang on the wall or stand freely, with a built-in, fold-out stand. Radio-controlled time (to the hour, minute, and second) and date are prominently displayed, along with indoor and outdoor temperatures measured in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. The day of the week can be displayed in English, French, Spanish or German.

Time can be displayed in 12- or 24-hour modes, and time zones from Greenwich Mean Time to -12 GMT can be selected, with three-letter identifications for US time zones. An alarm feature is useful as a timer, and, if the clock happens to hang or stand near a bed (or a couch that's used for napping), a snooze feature allows for gradual wake-up. Moon phase shows in twelve increments, from new moon, through gibbous and crescent phases (waxing and waning), to quarter and finally full moon.

The clock comes with La Crosse transmitter TX37U-IT. Clock and transmitter each operate on two AA batteries. For options in wall mounting, three screws and screw anchors and a strong adhesive tape are included. The WS-8117U measures 12-1/4 by 8 by 1-1/4 inches. La Crosse provides a one-year limited warranty on its clocks. Each clock comes with a thoroughly detailed instruction booklet. --Garland Withers

Product Description

Features: Wireless outdoor temperature (F or C). Monitors indoor temperature (F or C). 12 Moon phases. Atomic time and date with manual setting. Automatically updates for Daylight Saving Time (on/off option). 12/24 hour time display. Perpetual calendar. Time zone setting. Time alarm with snooze. 4 languages to choose from: English, French, German, Spanish. Wall hanging or free standing. Specifications: Wireless outdoor temperature range: -39.8F to 139.8 F (-39.8C to 59.8 C). Indoor temperature range: 14.1 F to 103.8 F (-9.8C to 39.8 C). Moon phase: 12 phases. Transmission range: Up to 330 Feet. Transmission frequency: 915 MHz. Power Requirements: Clock: 2 "AA" Alkaline batteries, Wireless sensor: 2 "AA" Alkaline batteries. Dimensions: Receiver: 8" x 12.2" x 1.18". Sensor: 5.05 " x 1.5" x.83".

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

59 of 77 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Return policy, November 15, 2004

By	JIMA (Pennsylvania, USA) - See all my reviews

The clock doesn't synchronize the time due to its defective outside temperature remote. I called the manufacturer, LaCrosse Technology, and I was told that a defective remote will prevent the clock to function via radio. I find it very annoying that the company does not refund shipping charges on defective items. They charged me $7.40 for shipping me the clock and I had to pay $8.20 for UPS Ground for sending the clock back. The total shipping was $15.60 which is 43% of the price of the clock ($36). Their shipping policy also discourages anyone from getting a replacement for a defective item, because if something goes wrong again, you may exceed the price of the purchased item just in shipping charges.

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Poor Display; Hard to Set Up; No Customer Service, March 20, 2008

By	KJ - See all my reviews

I regret buying this clock because it is just unreadable, unless you are standing very close to it, and in bright light. Forget about reading it in medium to low light or in the dark -- the black letters disappear into the medium gray background. I posted a picture on this site to show you how the clock looks midday, next to my bay window with lots of light shining on it -- see how hard it is to read?

It was also hard to set up because the instructions were inadequate. I called La Crosse customer service for help, but only got a voice mailbox to leave a message on, and no one called me back.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank goodness I now know what the REAL time is!!!!, May 9, 2008

By	Marilyn Willis "Marilyn Willis Happy Nuvi user" (Oceanside, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was so frustrated because every clock in my house said a differesnt time. My husband always set his watch by WWV. He's gone. What do I do? Aha! An Atomic Clock will be just "the ticket". I searched and searched. Stores! Go to Google you dimwit! Yahoo! There it was. A beautiful wood clock that gave me the perfect time. And it was fairly simple (for someone who is "electronically challenged") to set up. Now I am a "Happy Camper." Thank You !