mikesweeney

Yeah, not a good idea. And honestly, I think the noise isn't any worse than a computer fan.

I believe it does go dark while it's reaching temperature (and with the timer) but once again, it's just a small nag. Otherwise I've been pretty happy with it. Wish that I didn't need such a tall pot, but whatever. Haven't tried anything as delicate as an egg to test the accuracy, but I'm sure I can try that out this weekend and see how it goes.

Not making an excuse, because they SHOULD be answering emails, but I'd suggest a phone call for more prompt answers.

I'd say this review nails it. There are a few nagging things that could be better, but it's a pretty solid unit that does a good job. Plus, you can buy one now rather than wait for something like the Nomiku or Sansaire (which both look like good units.)

Yes, I can confirm you can set the timer without stopping the machine.

Actually, the timer doesn't seem to stop beeping and there doesn't seem to be a way to turn off the beeping other than hitting the stop/start button. Slightly annoying but not a big deal. The unit does continue to run while the timer is going off. It does not beep when it comes up to temperature, and while that would be a nice feature, it's not necessary. Without having the original unit, it's difficult to know the differences. It does look like the temperature calibration is easier to access from the boot screen at the beginning. The manual does not appear to be any different than the one I read online originally, but feel free to download it. Ooops, I fibbed about this. If you hit the area where the timer is, it does indeed stop the timer without stopping the unit. Also, here's the burger I made with the unit last night.

I received a shipping notification on Friday 9/20 at 10AM.

Actually, the timer doesn't seem to stop beeping and there doesn't seem to be a way to turn off the beeping other than hitting the stop/start button. Slightly annoying but not a big deal. The unit does continue to run while the timer is going off. It does not beep when it comes up to temperature, and while that would be a nice feature, it's not necessary. Without having the original unit, it's difficult to know the differences. It does look like the temperature calibration is easier to access from the boot screen at the beginning. The manual does not appear to be any different than the one I read online originally, but feel free to download it.

I ordered mine on 9/5 and received it yesterday. I had a few of the same complaints that you had in regards to communication (also, wasn't very happy that they charged me for the unit before it was shipped.) But now that I've received it, all is forgiven. The unit comes with firmware 2.01. Obviously you haven't owned the previous firmware version, but do you know of any major changes or does it say anything in the manual about them? I think I should be getting that firmware version when mine comes in. I was wondering if the firmware makes it possible to adjust Fahrenheit by .1 degrees and if the unit still shuts off after the timer ends. Thanks for any info! Timer now allows the option of an alarm or turning the unit off. Fahrenheit does not allow .1 degree adjustments.

I ordered mine on 9/5 and received it yesterday. I had a few of the same complaints that you had in regards to communication (also, wasn't very happy that they charged me for the unit before it was shipped.) But now that I've received it, all is forgiven. The unit comes with firmware 2.01.