Helios Wireless Thermometer – $9.99
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Might As Well Be Thermometering On The Sun
A solar thermometer? Why would I care what temperature it is on the sun?
If you ask me, Oregon Scientific is making a lot of promises this thermometer can’t keep. What good is the temperature readout and clock going to do when the whole unit will be vaporized the instant it gets anywhere near the surface of the sun?
The wireless transmission is 100 feet, which sounded like a lot until I realized that I literally don’t know anyone who lives within 100 feet of the sun. And the Ice Alert feature: seriously? Unless things are even worse than Al Gore thought, I have my doubts that solar ice is going to be a big problem anytime in the next billion years.
I guess I might be misunderstanding this whole thing. But no, I’m not.
Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Condition: New
Features:
- Displays indoor/outdoor temperature and time
- Solar panel draws from ambient light to power the unit and extend battery life
- Ice Alert function: LED light blinks when outdoor temperature nears icy conditions
- Wirelessly transmits outdoor sensor data from 100 feet away (unobstructed)
- Mounts on the wall or rests on table stand
- 12/24 hour manual time set
- User Manual
Specifications:
- Outdoor temperature range: -4° Fahrenheit to 140° Fahrenheit (-20° Celsius to 60° Celsius)
- Main unit requires 2 AAA batteries (not included)
- Remote sensor requires 1 AA battery (not included)
- Includes THN132 wireless sensor
- Dimensions: 3.78” x 2.68” x 0.94”
In the box:
- Oregon Scientific EMR801 Helios Wireless Thermometer with Ice Alert and Solar Enhanced Power
- THN132 Wireless Sensor
- User Manual
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