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La Crosse Color LCD Wireless Weather Station 308-1412S USD $46.18 Delivered @ Amazon

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tukanglistrik on 12/08/2014 - 03:28 amazon.com (3586 clicks)
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Been looking for a good weather station, and this unit seems like a good deal. Cheapest I found so far for USD 41.13, and for some reason the product is listed to have shipping weight of only 0.3 ounces (8.5 grams)! This brings down the shipping cost to only USD 5.05, cheaper than MicroSD cards. Amazon CA listed the shipping weight of 544g.

Product description:
Vibrant color lcd forecast monitoring from the comfort of your home with fast, accurate wireless transmission from outdoor sensor. Adjustable alerts to both indoor & outdoor temperatures. Charges mobile devices (must use supplied 5.0V AC adapter) with USB port on back of display. Manual set time with a 10 minute snooze alarm. Adjustable backlight dimmer and sensor signal strength indicator.

Features:

  • Color Forecast
  • USB charge port
  • Wireless outdoor
  • Adjustable backlight
  • Self setting Atomic time and Date

Benefits:

  • Color weather icons: sunny, partly sunny, cloudy, rainy, stormy
  • Charge devices with USB charging port on back (charging cord not included)
  • Wireless IN/OUT temperature (F/C) & humidity (%RH) with MIN/MAX records
  • Adjustable backlight
  • Sensor signal strength indicator
  • Temperature alerts (In/Out)
  • Temperature trend indicators
  • Humidity trend indicators
  • 12/24 Hour time (manual setting) with snooze alarm
  • Calendar: month, day and date
  • Low battery indicator
  • Transmission Range: 200 ft
  • Indoor Temperature Range: 32 F to 122 F (0 C to 50 C)
  • Outdoor Temperature Range: -40 F to 140 F (-40 C to 60 C)
  • Receiver Power: 5.0V A/C adapter (included) or optional 3 AAA alkaline batteries (not included)
  • Sensor Power: 2 AA alkaline batteries (not included)
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  • Black Hole on 12/08/2014 - 06:30
    +17

    When will Australia gets their own atomic clock tower.

  • GreyGargoyle on 12/08/2014 - 07:21

    I've been wanting one for a while but they all seem to have greyscale screens, this one looks great

  • firstpost bekind on 12/08/2014 - 08:12

    Strange it has batteries for the sensors when the sensors don't come with it.

    Any sensors that you would recommend?

    • RockyRaccoon on 12/08/2014 - 08:30
      +8

      I think you are misreading things.

      Sensor Power: 2 AA alkaline batteries (not included)

      Means sensor is included but the batteries for that sensor are not.

  • pinoy_ako07 on 12/08/2014 - 08:13

    Im interested in getting one, just not to sure if it is wasting my money.

    • RockyRaccoon on 12/08/2014 - 08:34
      +18

      It's a man toy.

      Women have magazines for gossip.

      Men have weather stations.

      Be a man and more is bigger and bigger is better….

    • wfdTamar on 12/08/2014 - 08:39

      I find it useful to know when to turn the AC (heat) on and off (for most efficient use). Or if you have it on - how cold it is outside so you know what to wear before you go out.

      • Snoop on 12/08/2014 - 08:49
        +10

        how cold it is outside so you know what to wear before you go out.

        For Northern Tasmania??? I would suggest wearing something suitable for very bloody cold conditions!!! ;)
        Coming from Melb, it's a rare occasion when I can pick on someone else's weather!

        • wfdTamar on 12/08/2014 - 14:43

          Also coming from Melbourne - I much prefer the climate here. As do heaps of other ex mainlanders.

          I like to open some windows during the day if it's warmer outside (or just to change the air inside). A quick look at the weather station will tell me if it is warmer or if I'm going to freeze my bits off doing that. Or there is a point during the afternoon when it's most logical to turn the heater on (usually around 3-4pm). It's not sensible to wait till it's cold inside then try to heat it when it's 2 degrees outside.

  • Snoop on 12/08/2014 - 08:39
    +12

    Must resist… Attracted to technology with pretty screen colours!!!

    • shizmo on 12/08/2014 - 09:18
      +3

      But but but, the colours!

    • wfdTamar on 12/08/2014 - 09:41
      +2

      I didn't - sodding OzBargained again!

  • BlueMM on 12/08/2014 - 09:41
    +4

    Anyone know what the 5v AC adapter is, is it multi voltage (ie. 110-240v) or if not, what the ma current & the DC plug fitting is? Sounds like it is hard to read the display when on batteries as it auto turns the back light off.

    Also, does anyone know if you can add extra outdoor sensor units like some other weather stations?

  • linnaen on 12/08/2014 - 09:41
    +3

    Doesn't seem to have wind or rain sensors.
    Two items that I find quite important in a weather station.

    • wreckedandjealous on 12/08/2014 - 10:17
      +1

      yeah, my next weather station, these 2 things are a must. also want one that will sync up with the computer when I turn it on

      • georgedn on 12/08/2014 - 10:32

        surely you can just open the window and look outside?

        • wreckedandjealous on 12/08/2014 - 10:39
          +2

          more of I want a dedicated program that will be able to tell me my extremes within a date range.
          my current one will tell me my max-min ever.
          I want to be able to load it up and be able to do a search to see what the temp got down to the previous night… the same with wind/rain.

        • Snoop on 12/08/2014 - 11:01
          +8

          @wreckedandjealous: Hmmm… let me think…
          How about from the Bureau of Meteorology!!!

        • effgee on 12/08/2014 - 13:05

          @Snoop:

          you'd be amazed how much it varies from suburb to suburb

        • Snoop on 12/08/2014 - 13:23

          @effgee:
          Click on my link and check their map for the amount of weather stations they actually have set up for different data! It's far more than just the capital city like they show on the news or home page!
          That, and most people should have a little knowledge of their local weather!

        • Elppa8 on 14/08/2014 - 00:30

          @wreckedandjealous:
          http://www.foshk.com/Weather%5FProfessional/ some of these will do what you want. I use the 1091 model to upload to a PC. Using the free Cumulus software will collect the data and it can then be uploaded to a website or weather underground. The HP1000 will connect direct to weather underground via your network. There are apps available to view the data from mobile devices.

    • hoxygt on 12/08/2014 - 11:25

      Yeah it would at least be great to have inputs for these so you could add your own sensors at a later date.

    • lplau on 12/08/2014 - 12:08

      Any which had these at the moment? (Wind & Rain)

      I looked on Amazon there is a few, but none that looks "cool" like the one in this bargain. Any ideas?

      • tukanglistrik on 12/08/2014 - 12:33

        Couldn't find one, most weather stations are dull monochrome unfortunately…

  • scozbargain on 12/08/2014 - 10:51

    Meritline
    Today: AU$ 45.93(AU$45.93 each) with free shipping. Genuine stock?

    http://www.meritline.com/la-crosse-technology-308-1412s-colo…

    • frogduck on 12/08/2014 - 10:53
      +1

      Doesn't ship to Australia unfortunately, but to answer your question I would guess that its genuine

      • scozbargain on 12/08/2014 - 11:01

        Thanks, you are correct that it doesn't ship to Au.

        • frogduck on 12/08/2014 - 11:06

          No worries. For Meritline I believe that only items shipping from their China warehouse ship to Australia for free. I remember they used to ship from the US warehouse for a high fee as well, but possibly not anymore (or maybe just this specific item).

  • eug on 12/08/2014 - 11:03

    Ahh, if only it could be hooked up to wunderground.

    • Cheap Skate on 12/08/2014 - 11:30
      +5

      Ach ja, das wäre wunderbar!

  • aibargain on 12/08/2014 - 11:12

    Edited, sorry.
    Meritline do not appear to deliver to Aus

  • hoxygt on 12/08/2014 - 11:29
    +1

    It doesn't have a pressure sensor! I assume it gives the forecast from the humidity trend, so in reality its a pretty clock with wireless temp and humidity sensor, not really a 'weather station'.

    Looks like you gotta spend a bit more http://www.amazon.com/AcuRite-Digital-Weather-Station-Connec…

    to get a semi decent weather station.

    • tukanglistrik on 12/08/2014 - 11:41
      +1

      It does…

      Color animation for your future weather and trend indicators and variety of color to display your indoor to outdoor climate. This Station Learns! The Forecast Station calibrates barometric pressure based on its location over a period of time to generate an accurate, personal forecast. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for barometer calibration. Also features temperature alerts to notify you of an extreme temperature change (programmable settings. )

      • hoxygt on 12/08/2014 - 12:58

        Apologies, didn't see that bit :)

  • ifonlyiwasyounger on 12/08/2014 - 13:17

    Similar, and slightly cheaper …
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A6TQ608/ref=s9_cxhsh_co_…

    • unco on 12/08/2014 - 13:30

      This one is USD $47.62 delivered so actually a bit more expensive.

      • tukanglistrik on 12/08/2014 - 13:37

        The item in this deal has a shipping weight error of only 0.3 ounces, so the shipping cost is almost $4 cheaper.

  • DarKBlooD on 12/08/2014 - 13:49

    Damn you OzBargain!

  • nfr on 12/08/2014 - 13:54
    +6

    Never needed one, but the shipping weight error compels me to buy.

  • 6000SUX on 12/08/2014 - 15:03
    +2

    Sorry people - but there is a clear fault with this product…
    Colour is spelt wrong. No deal from me! ;)

    • tukanglistrik on 12/08/2014 - 15:17
      -3

      That's the description from Amazon US :)

  • jm48 on 12/08/2014 - 15:12
    +1

    Great price.
    I would buy if it had wind direction, so I knew which neighbour was downwind.

    • eug on 12/08/2014 - 15:29

      Why? So you can decide how much beans to use for dinner?

      • jm48 on 12/08/2014 - 16:33
        +1

        Close.
        So I decide whether to try out my dry composting toilet :)

  • uetecu on 12/08/2014 - 15:54

    Wow look at those colours.. Must resist …

  • figarow on 12/08/2014 - 15:57

    I don't get it? Just look out the window?

    • lplau on 12/08/2014 - 16:14
      +2

      If you live in Melbourne you cannot do that with accuracy.

      For example, Last week in the morning it was 19 degrees sunny. Then comes 2pm, suddenly it rains and hails and drops to 7degrees.

      If you can accuratly predict that by looking out the window, then you have a pretty awesome eye.

      Its why you always hear people say "In Melbourne you can get 4 seasons on one day".

      • Snoop on 12/08/2014 - 16:37
        +1

        Anyone from Melbourne knows that you have to take a pair of shorts and an umbrella with you!!!

        • rmamila on 12/08/2014 - 23:27

          yes I do. I even carry jumpers in summer. Still the awesome colours..

      • figarow on 12/08/2014 - 20:00

        Yeah but this tells you the current weather not prediction right? So if its not raining outside… you get my point?

    • eug on 12/08/2014 - 16:34
      +1

      I don't get it? Just look out the window?

      You can tell the temperature by looking at things? :)

      • Snoop on 12/08/2014 - 16:38

        You can tell the temperature by looking at things?

        Things… including my phone I can!!!

      • unco on 12/08/2014 - 16:38

        I can, by looking at my La Crosse colour LCD screen :D

      • figarow on 12/08/2014 - 20:00

        Why do I need to know the temperature?

        • eug on 12/08/2014 - 23:25

          You? No reason. You don't need to.
          Other people might like to know though.

        • figarow on 13/08/2014 - 18:09

          For what purpose in everyday life?

        • eug on 13/08/2014 - 20:16
          +2

          @figarow: It doesn't matter - no reason will satisfy you anyway, right? :)

        • figarow on 13/08/2014 - 20:24

          actually just curious mate. See for me I look out the window. I can see if its cold or not. Its the way I have always done things can't imagine looking at a screen for this information lol seems very pointless. I can understand if you home has no windows or doors this might be useful.

        • eug on 13/08/2014 - 20:42
          +3

          @figarow: With things like this, I think if you can't see the point of it, there's absolutely no reason to get one.

          Not everyone can look out a window and feel through the glass what the relative humidity is, or tell how many degrees Celsius it is.

          Not everyone cares either, so if you just "don't get it" like you mentioned in your original post, there's nothing to get really. Some people want to know what the temp and RH is, while people like you are perfectly happy just looking through a window. There's space in this world for both types of people without having to analyse each other.

        • figarow on 14/08/2014 - 15:46

          @eug: I totally agree with you. Maybe I was just trying to gauge the necessity vs uselessness factor and if anyone would actually have a legitimate need for this device. With many claiming 'ozbargain made me buy it' and the cree torches piling up in OZB households Ive noticed many people just buy for the sake of getting it cheap, which I find kind of sad much like an addiction. The sad part is people tend to brag about it like it's a good thing or maybe to help alleviate the pain of a stupid decision? Either way I was just curious that's all mate :)

  • Clementt on 12/08/2014 - 17:00
    +1

    Just get a jacket or hoodie for all year long in melbourne.
    Warm summer is only less than 3 months every year.
    Also, melbourne is raining all the time.
    I bet I don't need this weather station then..

    • eug on 12/08/2014 - 17:16
      +2

      Sure, if you don't find it useful for you, then you don't need it. Just like how smartphones are pointless for some people - they can just go home and check email or surf the web on their computer.

      It doesn't mean it's pointless for others though!

  • uetecu on 12/08/2014 - 21:41

    damn you OP couldnt resist.. was 15 left before I ordered.. 12 left now..

  • fookos on 12/08/2014 - 22:15

    Tempted but have resisted! Don't like the silver bezel. They have sleeker looking models too. Great price delivered though.

  • [Deactivated] on 12/08/2014 - 23:36

    Purchased. I hate you :(

  • lopied on 26/08/2014 - 07:18

    Has anyone received their unit?

    • Chuppa on 26/08/2014 - 16:46

      Mine arrived today. The screen is a little smaller than I thought it was, but still good. Can confirm the power adaptor is 240v - just needs a converter plug,

  • Black Hole on 26/08/2014 - 20:52

    Mine arrived today and it is beautiful. The colour looks brighter and richer than what is depicted by Amazon.

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