C Crane CCRadio-SW (Model CSW-TCF) Review

I've been a fan of the original CC Radio Plus for a few years... but now the latest addition to the family is rising up the ranks.

The CC Radio SW, adding shortwave but removing the TV & Weather band, is as good (or better) than its CC-cousin. With many of the same features, incl., lighted dial, alarm & snooze functions, as well as terrific AM reception...and excellent sound, it outperforms most portables of similar size.It has many of the same extras as the Grundig S250, incl., an AM RF Gain knob. Also, separate switches for local & distant AM reception, in addition to operating on 2 types of batteries!! Either 4 AA's or 4 'D size. When plugged-in to the AC adapter, it has the ability to charge the batteries. This of course is only useful if you're using rechargeable cells in the unit. I haven't had this long enough to give a comment on battery usage, although if the key-pad lights are used too often, that will help to drain them quicker. The tuning ability is excellent. The large knob is easy to control and the ability to switch between slow & fast tuning (plus locking it on a frequency) is a nice addition. Another plus; it's very lightweight, and the built in (pop up)handle makes for easy transport.

The only gripes I have is that the small function buttons are a bit difficult to decipher at first due to the tiny print, and I wish there was a way to "lock out" the backlight display when tuning stations, on battery-power... like there is on the original CC.

If you like the CC Radio... you'll like this. Or, if you already have a Grundig, or similar brand, you may want to try the CC Radio SW!

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Product Description:
This phenomenal radio offers the best combination of sensitivity, selectivity and audio performance ever for any radio of this price and size. Shortwave is excellent right off the whip antenna. The five-inch speaker is accurate, pleasant and reproduces deeper bass than any portable of similar size. This radio also features RF gain control, bandwidth control, bass and treble controls, fast and slow tuning, 50 station memories, lighted buttons, a clock radio with snooze alarm, stereo line output and a headphone jack. It runs on four D-size batteries or four backup AA batteries (not included). The built-in charging circuit will recharge optional NiMh batteries right inside the radio, saving you both time and money. AC adapter and antenna connectors are also included.

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Chaney Instrument Wireless Weather Station Review

I recieved this weather station for my birthday, and overall impressed with the looks, accuracy, and size of display. I have 5 other weather stations to compare readings, and this weather station is dead accurite. Even fallows the local weather station readings to the nearest millibar. It is hard to figure out the P.M.C.E time zones since the switch is integrated in the - button, but once you figure it out its easy. The transmitter workes better that described. Seems to have a stronger range than specified. I have the sensor located at the opposite side of the house through 6 walls, and signals are still good. I am very pleased.
Highly recommended.

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Wireless Weather Station with Atomic clock, month/date/day calendar, moon phase, indoor/outdoor humidity and indoor/outdoor temperature.Also included barometric pressure tren indicator, which displays the forecast for the day.Dimensions: 7.75 x 10 x 1.5.Runs on 2 AA batteries (not included)

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Tivoli Audio SongBook AM / FM Alarm Clock Travel Radio, Silver Review

With iPod auxiliary, premium speaker, and above average AM/FM reception, the Songbook is an attractive radio. I've had mine for 3 years. It locks on stations well. The speaker is not overwhelming in volume or bass but produces a warm sound. The speaker is not as rich as Tivoli's brother, the Model One, but the Songbook, perhaps because of its telescopic antenna, gets far better FM reception. One of the advantages of the silver color is that it is aluminum, not rubber like the other colors and the rubber radios hold dirt, which is not easy to clean.

If the Songbook is too pricey for you, you can get similar speaker sound and superior AM/FM reception from the similarly sized Sangean PR-D7 (3-inch mono speaker) or the Sangean PR-D5 (2.5-inch dual stereo speakers).

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The SongBook travel radio delivers the wealth of programming that FM and AM have to offer, in Tivoli's trademark high-fidelity sound. Add that to the sensitive digital tuner, alarm clock, sleep timer, and built-in charger for NiMH/NiCAD batteries, and you have a first class portable clock radio.

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Equity 31015 Digital LCD Alarm Clock with Blue Display Review

I love the look and size of this clock.The display is large enough and the alarm is loud.It is very basic and easy to use.The only problem is that the clock is not what the description says it is.The back light only comes on when you push the "snooze/light" button and the light is not very bright.I need a clock with the light always on as I wake up at night and want to know the time.This would be difficult for me with this clock because my clock is not at my bedside (so that I have to get out of bed to turn off the alarm in the am).Also, it is only battery powered.You can use one AA or a 9 volt, but there is no way to plug it into the wall.I was fine with this because I wanted a battery-powered clock but, as I mentioned, the description was misleading. I will be returning the clock because of the light issue.

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The Equity 31015 features an alarm capable of up to 95 decibels. The blue backlit display indicates the time as well as alarm on and PM time. The clock is AC powered with battery backup so you won't have to reset the time after power outages.

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Timex TX6490 Wireless Thermometer with Alarm Clock Review

I bought this to use as an alarm clock with the added feature of a thermometer but there is NO alarm clock. Additionally, when I put the batteries in both units, they sat side by side and gave me two different temperature readings. It wasn't off by much but it should still have given me the same reading.
10/21/09 Update: The outdoor thermometer stopped working about 1 week ago. The outdoor temp is stuck at 50.0 F and new batteries and bringing it indoor did nothing. I feel so ripped off. I wish I can give this product zero stars.

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Eliminate the guessing of what to wear in the morning with the Timex TX6490 wireless thermometer. No more leaving for work in the morning over or under dressed for the weather. Simply place the wireless transmitter outside and it reads and sends the current outside temperature to the receiver in your house. The wireless transmitter eliminates the use of weather sensor wires that limit where you can place the receiver in your home. The wireless transmission of the data works up to 112-feet giving you the freedom to display receiver away from the window in a place that is convenient for you. Thermometer has three LCD windows to display the inside temperature, outside temperature and time. Use the thermometer as your alarm clock and enjoy the convenience of waking in the morning and knowing how to dress for the day.

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Sharp SPC019F Red LED Alarm Clock with a Wedge Style Case (Silver/Blue) Review

This alarm clock is very attractive on your nightstand. Takes up very little room. It has served us well for over 2 1/2 years, and after sharing it all this time (my husband resets it for me every morning when he gets up) we realized that we should just get a 2nd one! I'm placing my order right now so we'll have his 'n' hers matching alarm clocks on our nightstands. :)

One feature we like is the 2-volume setting. He is a light sleeper and wakes up fine on the quieter setting, whereas I sleep like a log but wake up great on the loud setting.

Edit: I just received the 2nd one and found it to not have the high/low volume setting that I previously wrote about.It also does not have the night light that my old one has.Upon further inspection, I realized that I did not check the model # before writing my review.My old one is model SPC020, which has those 2 features.Whereas this SPC019 does not.I am only noting this for people who might read this review and order based on those features.

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With a unique wedge design and silver case with a blue lens cover, the Sharp SPC019F Red LED Alarm Clock with a Wedge Style Case will add a dash of color and flair to your bedside table. A red 0.6-inch LED display ensures that you'll always know exactly what time it is, and an alarm with a snooze feature means that you can catch a few extra winks before starting your day. Featuring Sharp's limited two year warranty, this clock requires one nine-volt battery (not included) for the battery backup.

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Coby CRA108 Digital AM/FM Jumbo Alarm/Clock Radio, Black Review

I have had this clock for about a month now and I love it. The numbers are large and bright, perfect for checking the time across the room at 3 am. The battery back-up works great on my clock, I have unplugged and moved it serval times without a single reset. The controls are pretty easy to navigate; the radio has great reception with the external antenna, the tuning is not real precise but at this price point what can you expect. I would recommend this clock.

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Coby CRA108 digital AM/FM jumbo digital AM/FM alarm/clock radio, jumbo 2" LED display, two-level dimmable display, sensitive AM/FM tuner, alarm clock with sleep/snooze timers, wake to music or buzzer, 3.5mm audio line-in jack for use with any portable audio device, battery backup with 9V battery, FCC approved, black

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