This AccuChef Wired Meat Thermometer features a long heat-resistant stainless steel probe that stays in the oven throughout the cooking process. Ultra thin probe tip keeps foods moist and juicy. It has 14 pre-programmed meat doneness settings plus a manual setting option. Simply insert the probe into the meat, select the meat type and your desired level of doneness and alarm will signal when selected doneness level is reached. The transmitter has a large backlit LCD touch screen that's lights up on touch for easy reading. It is great for monitoring cooking in the oven or in the barbecue!