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La Crosse Technology WS-7014CH-IT Wireless Weather Station | 
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| Brand: La Crosse Technology
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $74.95
Buy New: $34.12
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Rating:  175 reviews
Sales Rank: 429
Color: Silver/cherry
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries: 4
Batteries Included: No
Battery: 3 AA/1.5V
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 1.2 x 3.5 x 5.4
MPN: WS-7014CH-IT
Model: WS-7014CH-IT
UPC: 757456994901
EAN: 0845055046531
ASIN: B0000APHTD
Release Date: January 15, 2007
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 6-10 business days
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| 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) |
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Product Description
Plan and prepare with a weather station Whether your are planning a family camping trip, backyard barbecue, wedding or any other outdoor activity Local weather conditions can vary block to block and while traveling. You may need to keep temperatures in certain rooms in your home at an optimum temperature (i.e. a baby's room, wine cellar, etc.. During severe weather or during power outages, you will want the latest and most precise weather information. Instant temperature information relayed from a wireless sensor lets you know what you are up against and know what to wear for the day without stepping outside. A weather station can also control energy costs and save money as you precisely monitor you home or office environment
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.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 175
 Not bad for the money August 16, 2006
Clueman13 (New England)
125 out of 127 found this review helpful
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.
A great product for the price! March 24, 2006
C. W. Levesque
46 out of 49 found this review helpful
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.
Can't Imagine It Being Better - You Must Understand A Few Things Though... March 12, 2007
Harmonie (Los Angeles area)
33 out of 35 found this review helpful
Mine works perfectly! My parents bought me this for Christmas because we've all enjoyed the one my dad got for his birthday two or three years ago. If you're having problems with yours, please keep the following in mind:
1) The forecast indicator does not tell you the exact conditions, just expected trends. Per the manual, the "Sunny" icon indicates that the weather is expected to improve (not that the weather will be sunny). An icon showing "Sun with Clouds" indicates that the weather is expected to be fair (not that the weather will be sunny with clouds). And the "Clouds with Rain" icon indicates that the weather is expected to get worse (not that the weather will be rainy).
2) Do not place the remote temperature sensor in direct sun, or you'll get a false high reading (ever noticed what your car exterior feels like after sitting out in the sun, even on a day where the temp is just 70°?). A shaded location works best.
3) The remote temperature sensor can't measure the effect of wind chill, so it will only tell you the real temp, not the "feels like" temp.
Much Better than Expected September 1, 2008
Phoenix Storm (Phoenix, AZ USA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I have had several "weather stations" from varying brands over the past decade. This model from LaCrosse Technology works better than them all. It is simple to program (don't throw away the instructions...settings are not entirely intuitive), the readout is vividly clear, the temperature readings for hot, hot Phoenix appear to be relatively accurate, the "forecast" provides for multiple sensitivity settings (important for the dry desert), and the whole thing is surprisingly attractive.
For what I need: Perfect! August 25, 2008
Mother Raphaela (Otego, NY USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Having a certified allergy to the cold, living in Upstate New York's Catskill mountains used to be extremely stressful for me in the wintertime. Now I've created my own little tropical oasis out of some utility shelves and shop lights. Ferns, orchids and ivies grow beautifully -- but need lots of humidity. This little device lets met monitor that (and of course the temperature) in my room -- as well as letting me know when it is too cold to go outdoors. I love it. It also keeps up the time, updated constantly. I was worried that here where we have no "towers," no cable; no cell-phone access, it might not work. It works perfectly! Thank you very much.
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