The sharp over the range microwave model R-1214 contains a control panel where it is possible to select the power levels and the cooking times you need. The controls are user friendly and can be easily read also. The microwave contains an interesting interactive cooking feature that provides instructions in English, French and Spanish by just touching a button.

Through a defrost center, automatic settings for the power levels and defrosting of poultry and meats, can be set according to the weight of the food.

Another interesting feature is the minute plus which provides one minute at high power cooking by just touching a button. Yet another feature is the keep warm plus that will keep foods hot for up to thirty minutes after it finishes cooking.

The popcorn sensor can sense the size of the popcorn package and cook it for the appropriate time. You can heat up to six cups of water for any purpose such as for boiling pasta or making tea.

There are instant action keys that allow you to microwave very easily - one touch is all it takes - for each serving, the oven will start automatically.

This style of microwave saves on valuable counter space. Several options exist for the positioning of this microwave. It goes well with the standard size cabinets so, unlike other over the range styles, it does not need a special shelf or kit - this makes installation much easier. A nice feature is that it comes with is lighting unit for under the cabinet. You can easily make your kitchen look a lot sharper with this unit.

Some of the specifications of this model include 1100 w power, stainless steel finish, 24 automatic settings, diameter of turntable 14 1/8 inches, net weight of 46 pounds.

The oven is 1.5 cubic foot and ventilation is not needed in the full size oven.

The regular list price for this oven is about $394.99, but it is possible to comparison shop on the internet and get great savings. It is available for US shipping only and in many situations, the oven can be shipped in one to two business days.