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HomeHome & GardenOutdoor LivingWeather InstrumentsDigital ThermometersOregon Scientific OR-BAR636A Weather Forecaster with Temper |
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 Nice, compact clock weather station! Jul 08, 2011
By Richard P. Muraski
"Murric1"
If you need a small, compact weather station (perfect for a nightstand), the Oregon Scientific BAR636A is a great choice, especially at Amazon's price. The wireless sensor transmits updates every forty seconds and includes an Atomic clock function (receives govt. time transmissions automatically)for super-accurate time keeping. There is a lot of information on a small display. The forecast icons and indoor/outdoor temperture are large enough to read read easily, but the clock and date, plus other setting icons are a little small. If they had made the unit a little larger, these items would have been more legible. There are six mode buttons (some dual-function)that can change easily, so keep the instructions handy. There is a convenient blue backlight that operates by tapping the top of the case. It even came with fresh batteries for the receiver and wireless transmitter! Overall, a very good value!
Good Remote Thermometer. Weather Forecast Not a Substitute for TV/Internet Nov 01, 2009
By Caramalizer
This is an attractive design with good build quality and heft. The latter is no doubt to add stability to the tall form, especially since the device also works as an alarm clock with the snooze button at the top. The button doubles as a light, which I find very useful late at night or in the early morning as I can read the display without having to turn a light on.
Setup was pretty straightforward, except that inserting batteries into the remote sensor was way more hassle than I expected. The lid to that compartment is secured by tiny Philips head screws which my regular screwdriver cannot fit. If I didn't have a miniature screwdriver set, I couldn't have put this unit into service.
I can't rely on the self-setting clock. I've owned several Oregon Scientific clocks and the signal these devices need to receive are too weak to work in New York City. So come daylight savings time (tonight), I have to turn back the clock manually.
The device is supposed to predict weather conditions 12 to 24 hours ahead, and for the most part provides a good indication. However, the wide time window means this is no substitute for detailed TV or internet forecasts. One morning it actually displayed the sunny symbol while rain and drizzle continued into the night. Well, at least it keeps the kids amused.
All I really wanted was a remote outdoor thermometer. I ended up buying this model because the dedicated thermometers on amazon.com are ugly, and the price was right. I'm pretty satisfied with it.
 Oregon clocks are the best. Sep 03, 2009
By Bobby Davis
"Mombo"
This clock is wonderful. If U have any trouble with it. Put new batteries in the sensor.
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