AcuRite 00384, 00554 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Thermometer

model 00384 / 00554

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CONTENTS

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

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

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

Features & Benets: Sensor..... 2

Features & Benets: Display.... 3

Setup .................................... 4

Sensor Setup ......................... 4

Display Setup ........................ 5

Intelli-Time® Clock................... 6

Set the Time, Date & Units ...... 6

Backlight Settings ................... 6

Placement Guidelines ............. 7

Using the Thermometer........... 8

Troubleshooting ..................... 9

Care & Maintenance.............10

Replace Intelli-Time® Battery ..10

Specications........................10

FCC Information ...................10

Customer Support ................. 11

Warranty..............................11

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

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OUTDOOR SENSOR

1. Integrated Hanger

For easy placement.

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2. Wireless Signal Indicator

Flashes when data is being sent to the
display.

3. Battery Compartment

4. A-B-C Switch

ID code that must match display’s A-B-C
switch to ensure units synchronize.

5. Battery Compartment Cover

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Features & Benets

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DISPLAY FRONT

1. Backlight Button

For momentary backlight and dimmer settings.

2. Current Outdoor Temperature

Arrow icon indicates direction temperature
is trending.

3. Sensor Signal Strength

4. HIGH Indicator

Indicates today’s HIGH records are being viewed.

5. LOW Indicator

Indicates today’s LOW records are being viewed.

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6. AUTO DIM Icon

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Indicates display is in auto-dimming brightness
mode. (see page 6)

7. Day of the Week

8. Date

9. Moon Phase

10. Current Indoor Temperature

Arrow icon indicates direction temperature
is trending.

11. Current Indoor Humidity

Arrow icon indicates direction humidity is trending.

12. Display Low Battery Indicator

13. Intelli-Time

Automatically updates itself for Daylight
Saving Time.

14. Current Outdoor Humidity

Arrow icon indicates direction humidity is trending.

15. Sensor Low Battery Indicator

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Clock

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DISPLAY BACK

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6. In

tegrated Hang Hole

For easy wall mounting.

17. A-B-C Switch

ID code that must match sensor’s A-B-C switch to
ensure units synchronize.

18. Battery Compartment

19. Intelli-Time Battery Compartment Cover

20. Plug-in for Power Adapter
Button

21.

For setup preferences and viewing HIGH records.

22. SET Button

For setup preferences.

23. Button

For setup preferences and viewing LOW records.

24. Battery Compartment Cover

(not shown)

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SETUP

Sensor Setup

1

Set the A-B-C Switch

The A-B-C switch is located inside

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the battery compartment. It can
be set to A, B or C. However,
you must select the same letter
choices for both the sensor and
the display in order for the units
to synchronize.

Install or Replace Batteries

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AcuRite recommends high quality

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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. Take
note of the A-B-C switch
setting inside the battery
compartment for display

setup.

2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into
the battery compartment, as

A-B-C Switch

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set to match

display

A B C

shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery

compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

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Install Batteries

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2 AA batteries

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BATTERIES

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Display Setup

Set the A-B-C Switch

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Locate the A-B-C switch inside

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the battery compartment. Set
the A-B-C switch to A, B or C.
You must select the same letter
choices for both the display and

the sensor in order for the units

to synchronize.

Install or Replace Backup

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Batteries

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1. Remove the battery

compartment cover.

2. Insert 3 x AAA alkaline
batteries into the battery
compartment, as shown.

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A-B-C Switch

Set to match

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sensor.

Install Batteries

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3 AAA batteries

A B C

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Follow the polarity (+/–)
diagram in the battery

compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

3

Plug in Power Adapter

For the best performance, plug

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

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Plug in
Power Adapter

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 which is not to 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 “SET” button, located on the back of the display, to enter
SET MODE. Once in SET 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 “SET” button again to adjust
the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:

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

*If you live in an area that observes DST, DST should be set to ON, even if it is
not currently Daylight Saving Time.

You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 8 seconds.
Enter SET 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 “BACKLIGHT” button.

When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at
100% brightness. Press “BACKLIGHT” 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.

MARCH 11- NOVEMBER 4

NOVEMBER 5 - MARCH 10

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.

Hang the sensor using the integrated hang hole 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 330 ft (100 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 Thermometer

High & Low Records

Today’s high and low records are displayed for indoor and outdoor
temperature and humidity. Today’s records automatically clear at 12:00am
midnight every day. View today’s high or low records by pressing 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 will display to conrm you have cleared the LOW records.

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 will display to conrm you have cleared the HIGH records.

Moon Phase

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

NEW

WAXING 1ST WAXING

CRESCENT QUARTER GIBBOUS

FULL

WANING 3RD WANING
GIBBOUS QUARTER CRESCENT

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Troubleshooting

No outdoor sensor

reception

no bars

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If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:

• Relocate the display and/or the outdoor sensor. The

units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.

• Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet
(.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 up to 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

temperature

or humidity

• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Batteries may need to be replaced.

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

1. Bring both the sensor and display indoors and

remove at least one battery from each.

2. Make sure the A-B-C switch on both units match.

3. Reinstall the batteries in the outdoor sensor.

4. Reinstall the batteries in the display.

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

for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.

• Make sure both the display and sensor are placed out
of direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or

vents (see page 7).

• Make sure both units are positioned away from

moisture sources (see page 7).

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

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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.

Replace Intelli-Time Battery

Intelli-Time technology is powered by a pre-installed coin­cell 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.

CR2032

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.

Specications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

HUMIDITY RANGE

WIRELESS RANGE
POWER

DATA REPORTING

Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC
Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC
Outdoor: 1% to 99%

Indoor: 1% to 99%
330ft / 100m depending on home construction materials

Display:

5V, 300mA power adapter

3 x AAA alkaline batteries (optional)

Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries
Outdoor: 16 seconds
Indoor: 60 seconds

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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
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc
tions, 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.

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Limited 1 Year Warranty

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AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-in­class service. For assistance, please have the model number of this

product available and contact us in any of the following ways:

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We warrant that all products we manufacture under this
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properly installed and operated, will be free of defects for a
period of one year from the date of purchase.

Any product which, under normal use and service, is proven
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from date of sale will, upon examination by us, and at our sole
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will give no credit for products which have received normal
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than our authorized representatives.

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or replacement is not feasible, we may, at our option, refund
the amount of the original purchase price

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