Acu-Rite 992 Weather Radio User Manual
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1. e Avoid exposing main unit and wireless sensors to extreme temperatures keep out of direct sunlight away from water or severe shock e When the outside temperature falls below 4 F the batteries in the wireless sensors may not produce enough current to power the transmitter if this happens the main unit will not show an outdoor temperature reading We recommend the thermo hygrometer wireless sensor be brought indoors during prolonged periods of sub freezing temperatures CHANGING BATTERIES MAIN UNIT BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the low battery indicator icon becomes present it is recommended that you change the batteries Replace only with the same or equivalent type of fresh alkaline batteries This method of battery replacement ensures there will be no loss in MIN MAX and history data However if main unit or sensors have remained without batteries for an extended period of time the main unit will lose the MIN MAX and all weather data recordings and will have to be synchronized again NOTE When replacing batteries do not mix battery types or old batteries with new ones 11 WIRELESS SENSOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the low battery indicator icon becomes present it is recommended that you change the batteries Replace only with the same or equivalent type of fresh alkaline batteries This method of battery replacement ensures there will be no loss in MIN MAX and history data However if main unit or sensors have remained without batt2. government operated atomic clock in Fort Collins Colorado This unit also comes with unique features like wind chill heat index and dew point calculations Please read this manual carefully to fully explore the features and benefits of your new weather station The ACURITE professional wireless weather station comes complete with the following items 1 Main unit with foot stand for desktop use 2 Wireless Thermo Hygrometer amp mounting bracket 3 Wireless Wind speed sensor amp mounting bracket 4 Instruction Manual 5 Quick Start Guide 6 Mounting screws amp wall anchors TOOLS NEEDED e Philips type screwdriver for optional surface mounting of the wireless sensor brackets OVERVIEW OF FEATURES WEATHER STATION MAIN UNIT The main unit measures the indoor environment temperature and humidity and receives weather and time data from the two outdoor wireless sensors The following sensors send data back to the main unit 1 Wireless Thermo Hygrometer Atomic Clock Sensor 2 Wireless Wind Sensor The wireless weather station receives the wireless sensor data continuously updating you with the latest and most accurate weather information on the large easy to read LCD display using icons and trend indicators The weather station main unit also provides you with weather information at a glance Enjoy using the weather station either on the wall using the hanging Slot by fastening with a nail or provided scre
3. signals Indoor humidity alarm press ALARM NORMAL MODE Lil Qa e gt Lil N Ge lt l lt Outdoor temperature alarm press ALARM Activates 5 minute snooze function Displays all of Outdoor humidity alarm press ALARM Wind chill alarm Heat index alarm press ALARM Setup press amp hold for 3 seconds today s values Daily Record press SETUP Max min low max high Manual time setting Dew Point alarm press SETUP press ALARM Calendar setting press SETUP Outdoor Temperature DISPLAYS VALUES amp THE TIME Outdoor Humidity AND DATE THAT EACH RECORD Indoor Temperature OCCURRED IN A FLASHING DISPLAY l FOR EACH CATEGORY HH H High Value Setting Indoor Humidity LL L Low Value Setting Wind Speed Windchill Heat Index Values changed by using buttons Time zone setting press SETUP Temperature unit setting F C press SETUP SETUP MODE MIN MAX MODE Wind speed unit set mph kph knots press SETUP Dewpoint Ar Presoa ON OFF turns alarm on or off Air pressure unit set mbar hpa inHg If no key is pressed for 30 seconds Values changed by using buttons automatically exit setting mode If no key is pressed for 30 seconds automatically exit setting mode 5 REFERENCE OPERATION FLOW CHART continued MIN MAX MODE
4. the DISPLAY button to toggle between the below weather data information WIND CHILL Wind chill is the rapid cooling of the human body caused by air motion Air motion accelerates the rate of heat transfer from a human body to the surrounding atmosphere especially when temperatures are low The wind chill is a calculation of temperature data from the wireless thermo hygrometer remote sensor and the wind sensor HEAT INDEX Heat index is the perceived temperature to the human body based on both air temperature and the amount of moisture present in the air The heat index is a calculation based on the combined temperature and humidity data received from the wireless thermo hygrometer remote sensor DEW POINT The dew point temperature is the temperature to which the air must be cooled to reach saturation The dew point is a calculation of temperature and humidity data received from the wireless thermo hygrometer remote sensor GENERAL WEATHER STATION FUNCTIONS After the initial and general set up the following data will be displayed in different sections on the main unit display MOON PHASE DOE CC The moon phase indicator found under the date display shows the current phase of the moon based on the yearly calendar CALENDAR FUNCTION The calendar display found under the time display shows the current month and date with day indicator FORECAST ICONS The main unit predicts weather conditions for the next 12 24 hour
5. wind speed sensor bracket arm must be pointing north The wind speed sensor should be positioned to allow the wind to flow around the sensor unhindered from all directions for the most accurate and correct readings OPTIONAL POLE MOUNTING Both sensors are designed to mount in two ways either to flat surfaces like wood posts or to 3 4 schedule 40 PVC pipe the outside dimension of the pipe actually measures approximately 1 1 16 The pipe mounting method is often referred to in these instructions The ideal mounting scenario would be for the wireless thermo hygrometer to be mounted on the north side of the building and for the wind sensor to be mounted well away from the building and high in the air Please test the wireless signal range before perma nently mounting Since PVC pipe is somewhat flexible if a tall wind sensor mast is being erected a larger diameter PVC pipe should be used for the base with a reducer fitting placed at the top Plastic pipes used for mounting are non conductive and reduce the likelinood of lightening strikes OPTIMAL MOUNTING EXAMPLE Above Obstructions op z AIRFLOW Away from obstructions O K Make sure to place the pole sensor away from possible wind obstructions to get the most accurate reading 4 BATTERIES not included NOTE Do not install batteries in any of the units until you have read through the initial set up steps in their entirety BATTERY TYP
6. 00992 INST06 06 08 Please DO NOT return product to the retail store For technical assistance and product return information please call Customer Care 877 221 1252 Mon Fri 8 00 A M to 4 45 P M CST www chaneyinstrument com LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Chaney Instrument Company warrants that all products it manufactures to be of good material and workmanship and to be free of defects if properly installed and operated for a period of one year from date of purchase REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE ITEMS Any product which under normal use and service is proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE YEAR from date of sale will upon examination by Chaney and at its sole option be repaired or replaced by Chaney In all cases transportation costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by the purchaser Chaney hereby disclaims all responsibility for such transportation costs and charges This warranty will not be breached and Chaney will give no credit for products it manufactures which shall have received normal wear and tear been damaged tampered abused improperly installed damaged in shipping or repaired or altered by others than authorized representatives of Chaney THE ABOVE DESCRIBED WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES ARE HE
7. 100 to 2500 meter or from 330 to 8250 feet To complete and move to the next step press the PRESSURE SET UP button 3 The weather forecast icon will now be blinking Adjust the weather forecast icon using the MAX or MIN buttons until the forecast icon matches your current weather conditions Press the PRESSURE SET UP button to confirm or press the EXIT button to exit the initial set up mode SIGNAL RECEPTION OUTDOOR WIRELESS SENSORS As soon as the main unit is powered up it will begin to search for the outdoor wireless sensor signals While in search mode the WAVE icon will be animated During this time all of the outdoor values will be shown as until the weather data has been received correctly When the wireless sensor and the main unit battery icons appear a signal is being received To force a signal search press and hold the CHANNEL button for 3 seconds RADIO CONTROLLED ATOMIC CLOCK The Radio Controlled Clock RCC signal from Fort Collins CO is relayed through the wireless thermo hygrometer sensor If the RCC signal has successfully been received will be displayed If the RCC signal has not been received only the icon will be displayed and always blinking If the signal has not been received successfully the reception icon will be blinking the WAVE icon will be visible but the OK icon will disappear To force a signal search press and hold the CHANNEL butto
8. B Dewpoint Outdoor Humidity Indoor Temperature Displays all of today s values min low max high Outdoor Temperature DISPLAYS VALUES amp THE TIME AND DATE THAT EACH RECORD OCCURRED IN A FLASHING DISPLAY FOR EACH CATEGORY Indoor Humidity Wind Speed Windchill Heat Index Air Pressure REFERENCE FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS MODEL 00594W MODE Time Date Time Zone Alarm time Weather forecast Altitude Unit Altitude DST Temperature Unit Wind Speed Unit Wind Speed Average Pressure Unit Rain Gauge Unit Rainfall Collection Days Wind Speed Alarm Temperature Alarm Humidity Alarm Heat Index Wind Chill DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS 12 00 am 01 01 2005 PST 12 00 am Slightly Cloudy Feet 300 On Fahrenheit Mph Time Mb hpa Inch 14 days 6 mph Tit F 50 86 F 59 F 16 SAFETY IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR NEW ACURITE WIRELESS WEATHER STATION WITH REMOTE WIND SPEED AND ATOMIC CLOCK SAFETY DAMAGE CAUSED BY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL WILL INVALIDATE ANY MANUFACTURER GUARANTEE THE MANUFACTURER AND SUPPLIER WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR DAMAGES DUE TO FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL OR FROM DATA INACCURACIES THAT MAY OCCUR WITH THIS PRODUCT IN CASE OF HARM OR DAMAGE TO A PERSON OR PROPERTY CAUSED BY IMPROPER HANDLING OR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL THE MANUFACTURER AND SUPPLIER CANNOT BE HE
9. CC rules Operation is H to the following two conditions 1 This device may NOT cause harmful interference and C 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a CLass B digital dvice pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures eReorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 1 iM Ne I NOTE The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifi
10. E INDOOR UNIT AA 3 alkaline type batteries can be used for the indoor unit WIRELESS OUTDOOR UNIT S It is recommended that LITHIUM type AA batteries be used in any outdoor units when the tempeOrature drops below 4 F Alkaline batteries will freeze at very low temperatures and will fail to provide adequate power to the wireless units MAIN UNIT BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the low battery indicator icon becomes present it is recommended that you change the batteries Replace only with the same or equivalent type of fresh alkaline batteries This method of battery replacement ensures there will be no loss in MIN MAX and history data However if the main unit or sensors have remained without batteries for an extended period of time the main unit will lose the MIN MAX memory and all other weather data recordings and will have to be synchronized again in unit you will need to have the altitude at which the unit will be operating at ready to enter This step cannot be skipped or returned to during the initial set up Visit www topozone com consult your local library or call our customer service department at 877 221 1252 for altitude information BATTERY INSTALLATION For the first installation insert the batteries into the two WIRELESS SENSORS FIRST and then into the main unit Thermo Hygrometer Sensor Rotate and pull the top casing from the bottom cone by turning the unit upside down and rotating counter clock wise unti
11. LD LIABLE e Inserting batteries in an incorrect polarity will cause damage to this weather station and remote sensors e Do not dispose of new or used batteries in a fire as they may explode or could release dangerous chemicals e Please participate in the preservation of the environment by properly disposing of all discarded batteries in designated disposal receptors e Do not subject the main unit or remote sensors to excessive force shock dust temperature or humidity as these conditions may shorten the life of the main unit and or remote sensors e To operate main unit and remote sensors use only recommended battery types e Altering the main unit or remote sensors in any way is strictly prohibited e Do not leave discharged batteries in the device as these may corrode and or release chemicals that may damage this product e This product is not to be used for medical commercial or public purposes e This product is not a toy and should be kept out of reach of children Do not return product to retail store For Technical Assistance and product return information please contact Customer Care at 877 221 1252 HOURS Monday through Friday from 8 00 a m to 4 45 pm CST 17
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13. asures the outdoor temperature and relative humidity It also includes the radio controlled atomic clock transmitter which receives data from the atomic clock in Fort Collins Colorado and then sends the received data back to the main unit display The data is sent by a 433MHz radio controlled wireless transmission Transmission can be received up to 100 feet away in an unobstructed open area WIRELESS WIND SPEED SENSOR The wind sensor measures wind speed and wind direction and transmits this information to the main unit display The data is sent by a 433MHz radio controlled wireless transmission Transmission can be received up to 100 feet away in an open area GETTING STARTED MOUNTING AND PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS The wireless transmission distance from the thermo hygrometer sensor and wind speed sensor to the main unit in open space under ideal conditions is 100ft Although the signal transmission may travel through solid surfaces or objects Try to place the wireless sensors and main unit ina location with minimal obstructions The following points should be avoided if possible e High density of large trees e High Radio frequency areas e Low E Glass e Thick concrete stone or brick e The main unit thermo hygrometer and wind speed sensors should not be mounted to metal Surfaces as this can reduce range of transmission Prior to drilling mounting holes and permanently affixing any of the units please ensure the main unit con r
14. cations to this equipment Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment Patent numbers 5 978 738 6 076 044 6 597 990 ACUDRITE Professional Wireless Weather Station Instruction Manual With Wind Sensor amp Atomic Clock MODEL 00992 Alarm on off Outdoor snooze Humidity 4 trend indicators Heat index outdoor Outdoor humidity temperature wind chill dew point Low battery 7 WIND SPEED fmin avg a icons indicators Indoor Multi day or temperature total hour h sera MIN MAX Display Clear Setup Alarm Channel die aa umidity wind chi mm E E E i E dew point Time zone Record m zu f 7 Wind direction pu eles tu 16 mae oe wind gusts ime display IC LI 035 E ES Wind a Snooze ae ats Kon eer indicator ra a Storm alarm Time alarm Icon indicator Weather forecast Month day icons Pressure units history SO ey graph Moon phase INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the ACURITE professional wireless weather station with wind sensor amp atomic clock This unit is designed and engineered for everyday use in the home office or wherever weather is of interest Your new weather station will provide accurate and reliable measurement of wind speed and direction air pressure humidity and temperature The wireless weather station also includes an atomic clock which receives its signal from the National Institute of Standards and Technology
15. eceive the signal from the remote sensors in the desired location For best reception of the signal from the atomic clock in Fort Collins Colorado place the sensor in a location with a direction towards Colorado e The WWVB signal will be obtained easiest in the nighttime hours when the signal is the strongest MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS MAIN UNIT The included foot mount can be attached to the bottom of the main unit for easy placement on any flat surface Alternatively the main unit can be wall mounted in the desired location by using the hang hole on the back of the unit WIRELESS THERMO HYGROMEMTER SENSOR The best place to mount the thermo hygrometer sensor is in a location out of direct sunlight and protected by extreme weather conditions such as under the extension of the home roof under a covered patio or deck Mount the bracket that the thermo hygrometer sensor will set in at about eye level by using the four included screws Once the bracket has been properly affixed in the desired location place the sensor in the bracket holder The thermo hygrometer wireless sensor may also be mounted on a pole which is outlined in the section OPTIONAL POLE MOUNTING Mount With Arrow Pointing Up MOUNTING THE WIRELESS WIND SPEED AND WIND DIRECTION SENSOR Before permanently mounting the wind speed bracket make sure that the wind fan and wind vane can rotate freely without any disruption Also note that the
16. ent day next value as shown in the graph below NOTE Pressing the exit button at anytime returns the unit to normal operating mode NOTE Daily records can not be cleared they automatically adjust on the seven day cycle Daily Records Display Push to Be Cycle Through y Records Each Represents a record with its time and date 79 degrees 7 10 12 58 Wind Speed Average pa ef ef ef ef ef winscust Selectable Display Pe fale fa wf ae Barometric Pressure x x Selectable Display mw Wind chill ee Heat Index Push to adjust days Dew point 10 TO ACCESS THE LONG TERM RECORDS While in either the MIN or MAX mode press the RECORD button to show the long term record highs or lows of the weather station These values may have occurred anytime in the history of the weather station These values show the highest or lowest values ever recorded on the weather station To review long term records press either the MIN or MAX button then press the ON OFF RECORD button to show the highest or lowest value at this point the unit will display a blinking Lr in the second s window and the unit will show all the record values To obtain the historical details for these records press the ON OFF RECORD button and the record along with time and date will be blinking Press the ON OFF RECORD button again to scroll th
17. eries for an extended period of time the main unit will lose the MIN MAX and all weather data recordings and will have to be synchronized again ACCESSING THE BATTERY COMPARTMENTS Main Unit Open the battery cover located on the back of the unit Remove the screw set provided for wall mount use and insert 3 fresh AA batteries Batteries not included Replace battery door cover Thermo Hygrometer Sensor Rotate and pull the top casing from the bottom cone by turning the unit upside down and rotating counter clock wise until casing pulls apart Slide the battery compartment cover located on the side of the sensor off Insert 2 fresh AA batteries batteries not included Replace the battery compartment cover and rotate the top back into the bottom piece Batteries Bottom Cone Wind Sensor Twist off the top from the bottom and open the battery cover located on the bottom of the sensor Insert 2 fresh AA batteries Batteries not included Replace battery door cover by putting battery cover on half way and then sliding into place Twist on the top to the bottom piece Battery Battery NOTE When reinstalling the batteries while Door holding down the CLEAR button all user settings will be cleared and the unit will set back to the factory default settings If no button is pushed during battery replacement the last record and user settings will be saved Bottom Casing NOTE When installing batte
18. humidity wind speed average wind speed gusts the selectable display item and barometric pressure Barometric pressure is displayed in the lower display window NOTE To show min max values for wind chill heat index or dew point the selectable display area the value of interest must first be displayed by pressing the DISPLAY button until the desired value is displayed DAILY RECORDS The Daily Record is a feature that displays a single value with the date and time of its recording When the daily record is being displayed the value date and time will be blinking When the unit is in a daily record mode the unit will display a blinking dr next to the time of the recording indicating Daily Record The main unit automatically stores the last seven days worth of recordings TO ACCESS THE DAILY RECORDS While in either the MIN or MAX mode press the DAILY RECORD button to show either the MIN or MAX for any of the values shown in the graph below Continue to press the DAILY RECORD button to scroll through each of the values shown in the graph below To review the history of a blinking value press the or button to scroll backwards and forwards within the last seven days of recordings The value date and time will update to show when the record occurred NOTE While reviewing the history for a certain value pressing the DAILY RECORD button automatically returns the unit to the pres
19. l casing pulls apart Insert 2 fresh alkaline AA batteries batteries not included Replace the battery compartment cover and rotate the top back into the bottom piece Wind Sensor Twist off the top from the bottom and open the battery cover located on the bottom of the sensor Insert 2 fresh alkaline AA batteries Batteries not included Replace battery door cover by putting battery cover on half way and then sliding into place Twist on the top to the bottom piece Main Unit Open the battery cover located on the back of the unit Remove the screw set provided for wall mount use and insert 3 fresh alkaline AA batteries Batteries not included Replace battery door cover NOTE When reinstalling the batteries while holding down the CLEAR button all user settings will be cleared and the unit will set back to the factory default settings If no button is pushed during battery replacement the last record and user settings will be saved NOTE When installing batteries always install according to the polarity indicated in the battery compartment to and to LOW BATTERY INDICATOR J LOW Battery Battery O K Low battery indicator is displayed on the main unit for the main unit and all wireless sensors When replacing the batteries please follow the battery installation procedure as mentioned in this instruction manual 5 INITIAL SET UP For initial set up you will need to have the altitude at which the uni
20. n for 3 seconds GENERAL SET UP The general setting mode allows the user to change several product default settings which is done by simply accessing one setting after the other by pressing the PRESSURE SET UP button In normal mode press and hold the PRESSURE SET UP button for 3 seconds to enter the manual set up mode The icon to set will be blinking If no key is pressed for 30 seconds the manual set up mode returns to the normal display mode The general programming takes the user through the modes listed below While in the set up mode use MAX or MIN buttons to adjust the blinking values Press and hold for rapid scrolling through of the values Press the EXIT button to exit the set up mode 1 Manual time setting hours minutes if atomic time is not available 2 Calendar setting month date year 3 Time zone setting P M C E Note zone will be blinking to the right of the WAVE icon a P Pacific Standard Time b M Mountain Standard Time c C Central Standard Time d E Eastern Standard Time 4 Daylight Saving Time setting ON or OFF DST ON Daylight Saving Time enabled DST OF Daylight Saving Time disabled 5 Temperature unit setting C or F 6 Wind speed unit setting mph kph knots 7 Air pressure unit setting mbar hPa inHg SELECTABLE DISPLAY MODES The following information options can be displayed on the main unit above the digital wind direction compass Press
21. nd Speed Average The wind speed average is calculated by averaging the wind speed over a period of time WEATHER AND TIME ALARMS ALARM SETTING MODE The alarm setting mode allows the user to change several alarm settings which is done by accessing one mode after the other simply by pressing the ALARM button The individual alarm can be turned on and off by using the ON OFF RECORD button When an alarm goes off an audible tone will sound for one minute Press and hold the ALARM button for 3 seconds to enter the alarm setting mode The time display and AL for alarm will be blinking This indicates the user is now in the alarm setting mode In alarm setting mode to activate or deactivate any alarm press the PRESSURE SET UP button For non time alarms the blinking HH H means the high alarm value is to be set For non time alarms the blinking LL L means the low alarm value is to be set While in the alarm mode use MIN or MAX buttons to change any of the values Press and hold for rapid scroll through of any values Press the EXIT button to exit any of the above alarm modes Press the ALARM button to stop the alarm for one day or press the SNOOZE button to turn the alarm time off for five minute increments This weather station also comes equipped with a audible storm alarm When activated the storm alarm will sound if there is a sudden or extreme drop in barometric
22. pressure or if there is a constant progressive drop in barometric pressure NOTE If no button is pressed for 30 seconds the alarm setting mode returns to the normal display mode Pressing the ALARM button during the alarm setting mode scrolls through the following settings 1 Time alarm setting hours minutes 2 Indoor temperature alarm high low 3 Indoor humidity alarm high low 4 Outdoor temperature alarm high low at the current channel 5 Outdoor humidity alarm high low 6 Wind chill alarm low 7 Heat index alarm high 8 Dew point alarm high low 9 Wind speed alarm 10 Storm alarm MINIMUM amp MAXIMUM RECORD MODE The MIN MAX buttons provide the user with information about the minimum and maximum values of today s weather data It also acts as an access mode for the daily and long term records with the time and date of their recordings TO ACCESS THE MIN OR MAX VALUES TODAY S HIGH S AND LOW S Press the MIN or MAX button to display the corresponding highs or lows of the day When pressing the MIN button the unit will show the minimum value for all the records in the upper display window TO ACCESS THE MIN OR MAX VALUES CONTINUED When pressing the MAX button the unit will show the maximum value for all the records in the upper display window Values in the upper display window are as follows Outdoor tempera ture outdoor humidity indoor temperature indoor
23. ries always install according to the polarity indicated in the battery compartment 12 REFERENCE BUTTON OPERATION DESCRIPTIONS The main unit has 8 buttons for user operation Please refer to the following for button operation description 1 MIN BUTTON Press the MIN button to enter the MIN MODE The MIN icon on the main unit will be displayed Press the EXIT button to exit the MIN MODE The MIN icon will disappear 2 MAX BUTTON Press the MAX button to enter the MAX MODE The MAX icon on the main unit will be displayed Press the EXIT button to exit the MAX MODE The MAX icon will disappear 3 DISPLAY DAILY RECORD BUTTON Press the DISPLAY button to toggle between the following information in the upper right hand side of the main unit WIND CHILL HEAT INDEX DEW POINT 4 CLEAR BUTTON Press the CLEAR button to clear any settings currently stored in the main unit 5 PRESSURE SET UP ON OFF RECORD BUTTON Press the PRESSURE SET UP button to view the past 19 hours of recorded air pressure Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter the general set up mode 6 ALARM BUTTON Press the ALARM button to stop any alarm for one day when the alarm sounds Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter the alarm set up mode 7 CHANNEL EXIT BUTTON Press the CHANNEL button to view the outdoor temperature and humidity for any additional sensors used Additional
24. rough each of the unit s minimum and maximum record values CLEARING LONG TERM RECORDS To clear long term records press either the MIN or MAX button then press the ON OFF RECORD button at this point the unit will display a blinking Lr in the second s window and the unit will show all the record values Press the CLEAR button to clear all the minimum or maximum values All Long Term records are cleared at once This feature is most often used at the beginning or end a of a given season Pressing the exit button at anytime returns the unit to normal operating mode MAINTENANCE Clean the housing and screen of the base station only with a soft damp cloth Do not use abrasives or solvents Do not submerge in water e Clean the outer housing of the thermo hygrometer sensor with a soft damp cloth Do not use abrasives or solvents Do not take sensor apart Do not clean funnel of sensor Do not submerse sensor under running water e Clean the wind speed and direction sensor only with a soft damp cloth Do not take sensor apart Do not use abrasives or solvents Do not submerge in water e Should there be damage to any part of main unit and or sensors do not attempt to repair as this will result in loss of any manufacturer guarantee Please send damaged part s to manufac ture for repair replacement Manufacturer information is located at the end of this user manual GENERAL CARE OF MAIN UNIT AND WIRELESS SENSORS
25. s based on the change in atmospheric pressure The coverage area is up to 25 miles Weather forecasts based on atmospheric pressure changes are about 70 75 correct As weather conditions cannot be 100 correctly forecasted we cannot be responsible for any loss caused by an incorrect forecast One of the following icons will represent the 24 hr weather forecast CLOUDY PARLEY CLOUDY o aie TREND INDICATORS Trend indicators for outdoor temperature and humidity and wind speed show the trend tendency based on the past and current weather conditions STEADY ato gt BAROMETRIC BAR GRAPH AND PRESSURE HISTORY The main unit shows BAROMETRIC pressure in two forms numerically and as a pressure history graph The graph indicates the pressure changes range from 0 24inHg to 0 24inHg 8hPa mb to 8 hPa mb of the current and past 1 2 3 6 and 12 hours The numerical read out can be referenced backwards hour by hour for the past 19 hours by pressing the PRESSURE SET UP button WIND FUNCTIONS Digital Compass The digital compass indicates the direction from which the wind is coming from marked by the arrow indicator with 16 possible directions The wind direction is shown here coming out of the WEST Wind Gusts The wind gust values are located in the center of the digital compass The wind gusts are transmitted from the wind sensor and are updated approximately every minute The wind gust shown here is 4 mph Wi
26. sensors are sold separately Additional sensors are optional Press and hold the CHANNEL button will force the main unit into signal searching mode NOTE Pressing the EXIT button will exit all of the MIN MAX SET UP and ALARM settings while in these modes 8 SNOOZE BUTTON Press the SNOOZE button to enter into the snooze mode for 5 minutes when the time alarm is activated The ALARM icon will be displayed and blinking NOTE In set up and alarm setting mode pressing either the MIN or MAX buttons will allow the user to change any values The user may press and hold the button for rapid scroll through of values FUNCTION BUTTONS Pressure MIN MAX Display Clear Set Up Alarm Channel Daily On Off Record Record 13 REFERENCE OPERATION FLOW CHART Power On Reset Set Altitude Unit momentary full display METERS or FEET Set current Weather Conditions Automatic RCC time signal acquire mode Set current Altitude Cloudy partially cloudy iall Re install batteries While holding clear Restores factory defaults SHOE SEES yuna All user settings will be restored Min Max Min Max Records eat index FO Dew pint FS Pressure records Alarm press amp hold for 3 seconds press ALARM Display Time alarm press ALARM Indoor temperature alarm press ALARM Setup Mode Alarm Deactivates alarm until the next day Channel Activates search for wireless
27. t will be operating at ready to enter This step cannot be skipped or returned to during the initial set up Visit www topozone com consult your local library or call our customer service department at 877 221 1252 for altitude information POWER ON 1 Once the batteries have been inserted into the wireless sensors they will automatically begin transmitting data 2 IMPORTANT If you have already installed batteries into the main unit please remove and re install to begin initial set up 3 Now that the main unit is on it will show full display for 5 seconds then immidiately go into setting the altitude amp forecast mode NOTE The main unit will stay in the altitude and forecast setting mode for 30 seconds before automatically defaulting back into normal operation mode The altitude and forecast set up is only available once during initial set up initial power up If this step is missed simply remove the batteries and start over SETTING THE ALTITUDE AND FORECAST The pressure data area will show the default altitude data 300 and the altitude measurement type will be blinking FEET 1 Press the MAX or MIN button to select your altitude measurement type in either METER or FEET To complete and move to the next step press the PRESSURE SET UP button 2 The default altitude will now be blinking using the MAX or MIN buttons to set your local altitude The weather station has a range of
28. w or on a desktop using the included snap on foot stand The professional wireless weather station is composed of the following features e Displays the NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology WWVB Radio Controlled time and date e Receives and displays weather data with programmable alarms for certain weather conditions and records all minimum and maximum values e indoor outdoor temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius user selectable e indoor outdoor relative humidity e Air pressure reading in Hg or hPa e Weather forecast with weather icons and trend indicators e Wind speed and wind direction display with LCD compass e Wind chill temperature display e Heat index temperature display e Dew point temperature display e Time temperature and storm alarms e Buttons for use MAX MIN DISPLAY daily record CLEAR PRESSURE SET UP on off record ALARM CHANNEL off wave SNOOZE alarm off NIST WWVB RADIO CONTROLLED ATOMIC SIGNAL DESCRIPTION The National Institute of Standards and Technology government operated WWVB atomic radio Signal located in Fort Collins Colorado is the most accurate radio signal used by television radio and military for the most split second time and date information The time and date display on this weather station is based on the signal provided by the atomic clock in Colorado 2 WIRELESS THERMO HYGROMETER ATOMIC CLOCK SENSOR The thermo hygrometer atomic clock sensor me
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