AcuRite 00503, 00509 Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

Weather Station

models 00503 / 00509

29.98~ L~

barometer

CONTENTS

Unpacking Instructions ........... 2

Package Contents .................. 2

Product Registration ............... 2

Features & Benets: Sensor..... 2

Features & Benets: Display.... 3

Setup .................................... 5

Sensor Setup ......................... 5

Display Setup ........................ 6

Intelli-Time® Clock .................. 7

Set the Time, Date & Units ...... 7

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Backlight Settings ................... 7

Placement Guidelines ............. 8

Using the Weather Station...... 9

Troubleshooting ....................10

Care & Maintenance............. 11

Calibration ...........................11

Replace Intelli-Time® Battery ..12

Specications........................13

FCC Information ...................13

Customer Support .................14

Warranty..............................14

Questions? Contact Customer Support at

[phone] or visit www.AcuRite.com.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. To ensure the best
possible product performance, please read this manual in its entirety

and retain it for future reference.

Unpacking Instructions

Remove the protective lm that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this
product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove.

Package Contents

1. Display with Tabletop Stand

2. Outdoor Sensor

3. Power Adapter

4. Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Register online to receive 1 year warranty protection

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PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE

OUTDOOR SENSOR

1. Integrated Hanger

For easy placement.

2. Wireless Signal Indicator

Flashes when data is being sent to
the display.

3. Battery Compartment Cover

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FRONT OF DISPLAY

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1. Icon

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Indicates display is in auto-dimming
brightness mode (see page 7).

2. Sensor Low Battery Indicator

3. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength

4. Current Outdoor Temperature

Arrow icon indicates the direction
temperature is trending.

5. TODAY’S HIGH Indicator

Indicates today’s HIGH records are
being viewed.

6. TODAY’S LOW Indicator

Indicates today’s LOW records are
being viewed.

7. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast

Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls
data from the outdoor sensor to
generate your personal forecast.

8. Current Indoor Humidity

9. Date

10. Moon Phase

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11. Button

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For momentary backlight and
dimmer settings.

12. Display Low Battery Indicator

13. Intelli-Time® Clock

Pre-programmed to the correct time
and automatically updates for Daylight
Saving Time.

14. Current Indoor Temperature

15. Current Barometric Pressure

Arrow icon indicates the direction
pressure is trending.

16. Learning Mode Icon

Disappears after weather forecast
self-calibration is complete.

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Features & Benets

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BACK OF DISPLAY

1. Integrated Hang Hole

For easy wall mounting.

2. Button

For setup preferences and

viewing HIGH records.

3. SET Button

For setup preferences.

4. Battery Compartment

5. Battery Compartment Cover

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Button

For setup preferences and

viewing LOW records.

7. Intelli-Time® Battery
Compartment

8. Plug-in for Power Adapter

9. Power Adapter

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SETUP

Sensor Setup

Install or Replace Batteries

AcuRite recommends high quality
alkaline or lithium batteries in
the outdoor sensor for the best
product performance. Heavy duty
or rechargeable batteries are not

recommended.

The sensor requires lithium batteries
in low temperature conditions. Cold
temperatures can cause alkaline
batteries to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the sensor for
temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.

1. Slide off the battery compartment

cover.

2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into the
battery compartment, as shown.
Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram
in the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Install Batteries

2 AA batteries

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Display Setup

Install or Replace Backup

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Batteries (optional)

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AcuRite recommends high quality
alkaline batteries in the display
for the best product performance.
Heavy duty or rechargeable
batteries are not recommended.

1. Remove the battery

compartment cover.

2. Insert 3 x AAA alkaline
batteries into the battery
compartment, as shown. Follow
the polarity (+/–) diagram in
the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Plug in Power Adapter

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For the best performance, plug

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in the power adapter as the main
power source for this product.

Install Backup Batteries

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(optional)
3 AAA batteries

Plug in Power Adapter

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IMPORTANT: Batteries are
a backup power source to

preserve records in the event of
a power outage. Power adapter

is recommended as the primary
power source to enjoy the full
functionality of this product.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used
batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire,
as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge
non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.

BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment that will not be

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Intelli-Time® Clock

Intelli-Time products are pre-programmed with the correct time and date.
Intelli-Time technology instructs the time and date to set themselves. All you
need to do is select your Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time preferences. The
clock will then automatically set itself and change for Daylight Saving Time.

Set the Time, Date & Units

Press and release the SE T button to enter SETUP MODE. Once in setup mode,
the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display.

To adjust the currently selected (ashing) item, press and release the “▲” or
“▼” buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).

To save your adjustments, press and release the SE T button again to adjust the
next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

DST* (Daylight Saving Time ON or OFF)
TIME ZONE (NST AST EST CST MST PST AKT HAT)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
TEMPERATURE UNITS (ºF or ºC)
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE UNITS (inHg or hPa)

*If you live in an area that observes Daylight Saving Time, DST should be set

to ON, even if it is not currently Daylight Saving Time.

You will automatically exit SETUP MODE if no buttons are pressed for 8
seconds. Enter setup mode at any time by pressing the SET button.

Display Backlight Settings

This weather station’s color display features three different lighting settings:
High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (30%) brightness.

Using battery power alone, the backlight is available momentarily for 10
seconds by pressing the “ ” button.

When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at
100% brightness. Press “ ” button once to dim to 60% brightness; press
again to dim to 30%, press a 3rd time to enter “AUTO DIM” mode.

AUTO DIM MODE: Automatically adjusts display brightness based on time of day & year.

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6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. = 100% brightness
9:01 p.m. - 5:59 a.m.= 30% brightness
7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.= 100% brightness
7:01 p.m. - 7:29 a.m. = 30% brightness

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Placement for Maximum Accuracy

AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of both the display and outdoor sensor are critical to the accuracy

and performance of this product.

Display Placement

Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display
stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.

Outdoor Sensor Placement

Sensor must be placed outside to observe outdoor conditions.
Sensor is water resistant and is designed for general outdoor
use, however, to extend its life place the sensor in an area
protected from direct weather elements.

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Hang the sensor using the integrated hang holes or hanger, or
by using string (not included) to hang it from a suitable location,
like a well covered tree branch. The best location is 4 to 8 feet
above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air
to circulate around the sensor.

Important Placement Guidelines

• To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct

sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents.

• Display and outdoor sensor must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.

• To maximize wireless range, place units away from large metallic items, thick
walls, metal surfaces, or other objects that may limit wireless communication.

• To prevent wireless interference, place both units at least 3 ft (.9 m) away
from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).

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Setup is Complete

The sensor will now synchronize with the display. It may take a few minutes for
synchronization to complete. Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this
manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly.

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OPERATION

Using the Weather Station
Learning Mode

Self-Calibrating Forecasting uses a unique algorithm to analyze changes in
pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude.
After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At
this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is
ready for superior weather prediction.

Weather Forecast

AcuRite’s patented Self-Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal forecast
of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from the
sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy ­personalized for your exact location.

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View the complete list of icons at www.AcuRite.com/acurite-icons

Moon Phase

Track the phases of the moon, conveyed through simple lunar phase icons:

NEW WAXING 1ST FULL

CRESCENT QUARTER

3RD

QUARTER

WANING

CRESCENT

Barometric Pressure

Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This
weather station displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate
the direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING).

High & Low Records

Today’s high and low records are displayed for indoor temperature and humidity
and outdoor temperature. Today’s records automatically clear at 12:00am
midnight every day. View today’s high or low records by pressing and releasing
the “▲” or “▼” buttons. Press and release again to view current readings.

To manually clear all of today’s LOW recorded values, press and release the
“▼” button to view low records, then press and hold the “▼” button for 2
seconds. Dashes display to conrm you have cleared the LOW records.

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To manually clear all of today’s HIGH recorded values, press and release the
“▲” button to view high records, then press and hold the “▲” button for 2
seconds. Dashes display to conrm you have cleared the HIGH records.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solution

If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:

• Relocate the display and/or the outdoor sensor.

The units must be within 165 ft (50 m) of each other.

• Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet

No outdoor sensor

reception

no bars

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(.9 m) away from electronics that may interfere with
the wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves,
computers, etc).

• Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in
sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). Do not
use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It may
take a few minutes for display and sensor to synchronize
after batteries are replaced.

Display screen

not working

Outdoor

temperature

is ashing or

showing dashes

Inaccurate forecast

Inaccurate

temperature

or humidity

• Check that the power adapter is plugged into the display
and an electrical outlet.

Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an
indication of wireless interference.

1. Bring both the sensor and display indoors, side by side
and remove power adapter/batteries from each.

2. Reinstall batteries in the outdoor sensor.

3. Reinstall power adapter/batteries in display.

4. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other

for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.

• Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next

12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.

• Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the display?
Learning Mode must complete before forecast and
pressure will be accurate.

• Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery
removal or resetting the display will restart Learning
Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be fairly accurate,
however Learning Mode calibrates for a total of 33 days.

• Make sure both the display and sensor are placed out of

direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents

(see page 8).

• Make sure the display is positioned away from moisture

sources (see page 8).

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If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying
the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call
[phone] for assistance.

Care & Maintenance

Display Care

Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep
away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a
gentle puff of air.

Outdoor Sensor Care

Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.

Calibration
Calibrate Temperature & Humidity

The indoor temperature and humidity and outdoor temperature readings can
be calibrated on the display to improve accuracy. Calibration can improve
accuracy when sensor placement or environmental factors impact your data
accuracy.

1. To access calibration mode, press AND HOLD the “▲”, “▼”, and “SET”

buttons for at least 5 seconds.

2. Once in calibration mode, the preference you are currently setting will be

highlighted on the display.

3. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to calibrate the data value higher or lower

from the actual reading.

4. Press the “SET” button to conrm the calibration adjustment. The “ ” icon

will remain illuminated next to calibrated values.

5. The next adjustable data will begin ashing, indicating it is ready to be

calibrated. Repeat Steps 1 - 4 to calibrate additional data.

The preference set order is as follows:
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE

INDOOR TEMPERATURE
INDOOR HUMIDITY
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (must be set to MANUAL mode; see page 12)

After 20 seconds of inactivity, the display will save the adjustments and exit
calibration mode. Note: Calibrations will be erased if the display is reset or if
batteries are removed and the power adapter is unplugged.

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Calibrate Barometric Pressure

The weather station default pressure mode is “AUTO”. In auto mode, the
pressure will calibrate itself over a 14 day Learning Mode. Barometric pressure
can be manually calibrated:

1. Press AND HOLD the “SET” button (located on the back of the display)

for at least 10 seconds to enter manual pressure mode.

2. The un-calibrated pressure will be displayed. Press AND HOLD the “▲”,

“▼”, and “SET” buttons for at least 5 seconds.

3. Press and release the “SET” button three times to enter barometric pressure

calibration mode.

4. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to calibrate the pressure higher or lower.

5. Press the “SET” button to conrm the calibration adjustment.
Note: The “ ” icon will remain illuminated next to the calibrated value.

After 20 seconds of inactivity, the display will save your adjustments and exit
calibration mode. Note: Calibration will be erased if the display is reset, set
to auto pressure mode, or if the batteries are removed and power adapter is
unplugged.

To exit manual pressure mode and return to auto pressure mode press and
hold the “SET” button for at least 10 seconds.

Replace Intelli-Time® Clock Battery

Intelli-Time technology is powered by a pre-installed coin-cell battery that stores
the time and date settings. The battery has a shelf life of several years. Time
and date will need to be entered after replacing Intelli-Time battery. To replace
the Intelli-Time battery:

1. Locate the coin cell battery

compartment door in the

battery compartment of
the display. Unscrew and

remove the compartment
cover.

2. Insert 1 x CR2032 coin

cell battery into the battery
compartment, as shown.
Install battery with “+”
positive terminal facing OUT.

3. Screw in the battery cover.

WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTON-CELL BATTERY. IF SWALLOWED, IT~

COULD CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH IN JUST 2 HOURS.

SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY IF INGESTED.

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Specications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC
Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC

HUMIDITY RANGE

WIRELESS RANGE
OPERATING FREQUENCY
POWER

Indoor: 1% to 99% RH
165 ft / 50 m depending on home construction materials

433 MHz
Display: 5V power adapter

3 x AAA alkaline batteries (optional)
Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries

DATA REPORTING

Outdoor: 30 second updates
Indoor: 60 second updates

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1- This device may NOT cause harmful interference, and
2- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip
ment 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modications to this equipment.
Such modications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two contions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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