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Great Ham Radio Clock
This is a very handy device to keep track of local and UTC time in the ham shack. It also has a 10 minute timer function which is very handy for keeping track of the FCC 10 minute station ID requirement. Plus, it keeps accurate time due to it getting its time reference from WWVB in Ft. Collins, Colorado.Read full review
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Don't waste your money...
After watching several positive video reviews I decided to buy this clock even though I thought it was a bit pricey. The dual clocks are large and easy to read but the ridiculously long logo printed on the front "MFJ 12/24 Hour Dual Time Zone LCD Clock and 10 Minute ID Timer Model MFJ-148RC" is distracting and tacky. After the batteries were installed the clock refused to synchronize with WWV regardless of the time or where it was placed--day time, night time, in the shack, up in the 3rd floor attic or outside. A little over a week went by and I noticed it was not keeping accurate time, it was advancing one second every two or so days. MFJ was kind enough to exchange it but the second unit didn't work any better than the first. Now I have the third replacement sitting in front of me and it doesn't work any better than the other two. To put it plain and simple--this clock is poorly designed and does not work properly. Don't waste your time and money on this lemon!Read full review
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Atomic - NOT
I have had other radio controlled clocks, none of which have ever had problems receiving the correct time. This is a dual clock- but not atomic, and if it is radio controlled I can't tell. I have reset it several times, followed the instructions carefully and it will not pick up the time. I tried standing in the middle of the yard, leaving it outside and searching over night. Nothing. So, if you want a dual clock, there are cheaper options available. If you want a dependable atomic or radio controlled clock, keep looking. It is a great idea on paper, just does not work as advertised.Read full review
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Just what I have been looking for
I have been looking high and low for a dual display clock and this promised to be just that. Well, yes it is as both clocks can be set to any time zone. I have marked it down from 5 stars to 4 stars because the radio synchronisation is a little deaf. I have not yet managed to find a place where the signal is strong enough to bring about synchronisation with the standard clock signals. Other radio-controlled clocks that I have receive a signal most of the time without any trouble.
The 10 minute audible timer is a good feature but not one that i have been using a great deal.Read full review
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lightweight and accurate
This clock is a great item and is easy to set up...and if you have trouble syncing with the atomic clock due to a metal bldg just take it outside for about 15 minutes and let it lock in to the signal and then carry back inside and will work great... for instance i live in a trailer in alabama and had no trouble once i went outside for a few minutes with it! It's Just what every ham radio operator needs in the shack....and its a nice size for the desktop also!Read full review
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READ THIS IF YOU HAVE AN ALL METAL ROOF !
The clock can't receive WWV if you have a metal roof and you will NOT be able to use that auto set mode. You can set the time manually and it will keep excellent accuracy but NOT perfect accuracy as it would if receiving WWV time signals. It is small but has nice BIG numerals that are easy for us old folks to see ! I like mine. K8SWRead full review
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Perfect clock for ham radio operator!
Good size, very readable amber-lit display, dual time zone display is perfect! Great product from MFJ! ID timer is a handy addition that many hams need!
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lightweight with great features
The clock has big numbers is easy to read, Easy to mount any where or use the stand it come with.
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Accurate and excellent quality.
Excellent product just what I needed. Works as advertised and not some flimsy piece of crap.
Living overseas this has come in very handy keeping me accurate with UTC (Zulu) time zone.
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MFJ-148RC
Finally, an atomic clock that displays both local and GMT time. It might take a few hours for it to lock on to WWVB, but once it does, you're all set.
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