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Hamletr:
Hello.

I’m hoping for some advice. I’ve been using a relatively cheap “Youshiko” from Amazon. Very basic. Powered indoor display, wireless outdoor display. Gives me indoor and outdoor temp, date, time, forecast. Good enough.

I only have one suitable location for the indoor display, and I’ve now had to put a WiFi router right next to it. Unsurprisingly, it can no longer receive the MSF clock/date signal or forecast. It can still receive the info from the outdoor sensor.

I’m after a replacement product, with similar abilities but a one that gets its data via WiFi, so the router right next to it can be a help, not a problem.

I’m not bothered about having an advanced pole mounted outdoor sensor array, just a simple temperature is fine.

I would also like something powered so the display is always lit, but the WiFi connection for time, date and forecast is essential.

I would greatfully receive any recommendations.

Thank you.

R.Sidetrack:
I'm interpreting your message to mean you are looking for a system where the  sensors transmit data to the console via wifi.

I think that will be difficult to find, sensors do transmit via radio, but typically not using wifi. Wifi sensor transmissions would likely result in poor battery life.

My suggestion is to look at Ecowitt products. I have not seen complaints of wifi routers interfering with Ecowitt sensor transmissions.

As different countries use different frequency bands for sensor transmissions, it may be helpful if you post your country. Is"Killeen" in Ireland, or Texas, or???

R.Sidetrack:

--- Quote from: skyman on April 30, 2025, 08:32:39 AM ---
Since you're just after something simple (indoor/outdoor temp, time, forecast) but want it to connect via WiFi instead of relying on those radio signals, I'd suggest checking out models from La Crosse Technology or Ambient Weather. They make some affordable WiFi-enabled stations that still give you the basics without needing a full-blown outdoor sensor setup.

One that might fit your needs is the La Crosse S81120 — it pulls time and weather data from the internet through WiFi, so your router next to it is actually a plus.

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I'm puzzled by your recommendation La Crosse S81120.  :?:

From what I see at the manufacturers product page: https://www.lacrossetechnology.com/products/s81120... it includes the traditional outdoor sensors for gathering weather data. Perhaps you could provide a link with more info about your claim?

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