Acu-Rite 1500RX User Manual

Instruction Manual

Display for 5-in-1 Weather Sensor

model 1500RX

Package Contents

1. Display unit with tabletop stand

2. Power adapter

3. Instruction Manual

This product requires an AcuRite 5-in-1 Weather Sensor (sold separately) to be
operational.

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Features & Benets

Display Unit

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1. Peak Wind Speed
Highest speed from past 60 minutes.

2. Average Wind Speed
of all speeds from past 2 minutes.

3. Learning Mode Icon
Disappears after weather forecast

self-calibration is complete.

4. Weather Select
Heat index, dew point, wind chill,

indoor temperature / humidity,
rainfall rate (rain per hour)

5. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls

data from the outdoor sensor to
generate your personal forecast.

6. Weather Select Button
Press to change the Weather Select

category data being displayed.

7. 5-in-1 Sensor Signal Strength

8. Alarm On/Off Indicator
for Selectable Category (#31).

9. Programmable Alarm Settings

10. icon
Indicates active Weather Ticker

message.

11. icon
Indicates deactivated Weather

Ticker message.

12. ALARM On/Off Button

Activates alarm; press and hold to
adjust alarm values.

13. Button
Deactivates Weather Ticker Message.

14. / Buttons
For category selection & setup

preferences.

15. SET Button
For setup preferences.

16. Button

For manually cycling Weather
Ticker messages.

17. HISTORY MODE Button
Press for all-time low and date

recorded for current category
selected on display (#31). Press
twice for all-time high and date
recorded.

18. Button
Activates Weather Ticker message.

19. Current Outdoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates direction

temperature is trending.

20. Outdoor Temperature Alarm On
Indicator

21. Current Outdoor Humidity

Arrow icon indicates direction
humidity is trending.

22. Outdoor Humidity Alarm On
Indicator

23. Storm Alert Alarm On Indicator

24. Current Rainfall

Accumulates data during rainfall.

25. Rain Alarm On Indicator

26. Current Barometric Pressure

27. All-Time Total Rainfall

28. Current Month Total Rainfall

29. Date

30. Clock

31. Selectable Category

32. Record Highs

Shown for current category selected
on the display (#31).

33. Record Lows

Shown for current category selected
on the display (#31).

34. Weather Ticker™

35. Current Wind Direction

36. Previous 2 Wind Directions

37. Touch Activated Backlight

Momentary during battery power,

always on/off for power adapter.

38. Current Wind Speed

39. Wind Speed Alarm On Indicator

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Back of Display Unit

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BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT

1. Integrated Hang Hole

for easy wall mounting

2. Plugin for Power Adapter

3. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match 5-in-1

 sensor’sA-B-Cswitchtoensure

units synchronize

4. CLEAR TODAY Button

Clears data recorded since
12:00am

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5. CLEAR ALL Button

Clears all recorded data without
having to reset time and date

6. RESET Button

Full reset to factory defaults

7. Battery Compartment

8. Power Adapter

9. Battery Compartment Cover

(not shown)

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Display Unit Setup

The display unit operates with batteries and/or power adapter. Regardless
of the power source, it is recommended that batteries always be installed to
ensure continuous operation (and retain records) in case of a power outage.

Set the A-B-C Switch

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The A-B-C switch is located inside
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 unit in order for the
units to synchronize.

A B C

A-B-C Switch

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set to match
sensor

Install or Replace Batteries

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Insert 6 x AA alkaline batteries
into the battery compartment,
as shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.

Plug Power Adapter into

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Electric Outlet (optional)

Install Batteries

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6 AA Batteries

Momentary
backlight during
battery power.

LIGHT

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.

Backlight can always
remain on (or off)
when power adapter
is plugged in.

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

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

Plug in Power

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Adapter

(optional)

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Set the Time & Date

The clock and calendar are utilized to time stamp history records and other
data, so it is important to set the time and date soon after you power on the
display unit.

Set the Time

1. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons until
“SET CLOCK?” is displayed on the
Selectable Category part of the display unit.

2. Press the “SET” button to set the clock.

3. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to adjust the
hour. Note the “AM” and “PM” indicators.

4.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmhour 

selection.

5. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to adjust
minutes.

6.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmminute 

selection.

The clock is now set.

Note: The “ ” stays in
Selectable Categories,
even after setup.

Set the Date

1. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons until
“SET DATE?” is displayed on the Selectable
Category part of the display unit.

2. Press the “SET” button to set the date.

3. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to adjust the
month.

4.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmmonth 

selection.

5. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to adjust the
day.

6.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmday 

selection.

7. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to adjust the
year.

8.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmyear 

selection.

The date is now set.

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Select Measurement Units

To select between standard units (mph, ºF, etc.) or
metric units (kph, ºC, etc.):

1. Press the“▲” or “▼” buttons until “SET UNITS?”
is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the
display unit.

2. Press the “SET” button to set the unit preference.

3. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to select “STAND”
for standard or “METRIC” for metric units.

4.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmyourselection.

5. Next, you will see “WIND MPH”. Press the “▲”
or “▼” buttons to select MPH, KPH, or KNOTS for
wind speed units.

6.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmyourselection.

Units are now set.

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Placement for Maximum Accuracy

AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of both the display unit and the sensor are critical to the accuracy
and performance of this product.

Display Unit Placement

Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. To
ensure accurate temperature measurement, place out of direct
sunlight and away from heat sources or vents. Display unit stands
upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.

Important Placement Guidelines

Display unit and sensor must be within 330 feet (100 m) of each other.

MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE

Place units away from large metallic items, thick walls, metal surfaces, or other
objects that may limit wireless communication.

PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE

Place both units at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronic devices (TV,
computer, microwave, radio, etc.).

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OPERATION

Using the Professional Weather Center

Learning Mode

Self-Calibrating Forecasting use 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.

RAIN

LIKELY

(flashing=stormy) (flashing=stormy)

PARTLY
CLOUDY

CLOUDY

MOSTLY
CLOUDY

SNOW

LIKELY

RAIN/SNOW

MIX LIKELY

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

Weather Select

The Weather Select area on the display includes the following weather data and
calculations: heat index, dew point, wind chill, indoor temperature and humidity,
and rainfall rate (inches/hour). To toggle between Weather Select categories,
press the “▶“ button, located left of the Weather Select display area.

Rainfall Event

The rainfall feature tracks rain accumulation over all-time, the current month,
and current rainfall event. Current event clears when no rain registers for 8
hours OR no rain registers for 1 hour and pressure rises by .03inhg or more.

Barometric Pressure

This weather center displays the current pressure with an indicator for
FALLING, STEADY, or RISING for the direction the pressure is trending.

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Weather Ticker

The Weather Ticker automatically streams your real-time weather information
and alerts as scrolling text in the lower part of the display unit screen.

You can manually cycle through all the available messages by pressing “SET”.

Default WEATHER TICKER messages are pre-loaded as follows:

™

FORECAST

MOON PHASE

INDOOR COMFORT

IT FEELS LIKE __
OUTSIDE

OUTDOOR TEMP THIS
WEEK HIGH

OUTDOOR TEMP THIS
WEEK LOW

OUTDOOR TEMP THIS
MONTH HIGH

OUTDOOR TEMP THIS
MONTH LOW

12 to 24 hour future weather forecast

Current moon phase

Dry, OK or humid comfort level

Calculates what temperature it feels like outdoors
(based on temperature, humidity and wind speed)

Highest temperature recorded this calendar week

Lowest temperature recorded this calendar week

Highest temperature recorded this calendar month

Lowest temperature recorded this calendar month

Additional Messages Include:

NEW HIGH TEMPERATURE RECORD

NEW LOW TEMPERATURE RECORD

NEW WIND SPEED RECORD TODAY

CURRENT RAINFALL RATE

NO RAIN RECORDED SINCE ____

WEATHER ALARM MESSAGES

SENSOR BATTERIES LOW

SENSOR SIGNAL LOST

CURRENT RAIN EVENT STARTED

Adjust the Weather Ticker Speed

1. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons until “TICKER SPEED” is displayed on the
Selectable Category part of the display unit.

2. Press the “SET” button to set the speed preference.

3. Press the “▲” or “▼” buttons to select a speed: SLOW, NORMAL, or FAST.

4.Pressthe“SET”buttontoconrmyourselection.

Weather Ticker speed is now set.

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Customize Weather Ticker Messages

Customize which messages you want to scroll across the WEATHER TICKER:

1. Press the “ ” button to manually cycle through each message available.

2. During the MANUAL REVIEW: PRESS the “ ” button to activate the

current scrolling message. The corresponding “ ” appears on screen
to the left of the message to indicate the message is now active in the ticker
cycle. PRESS the “ ” button to deactivate the current scrolling message.
The corresponding “ ” appears on screen to the left of the message to
indicate the message is now deactivated from the ticker cycle.

Please note: Messages can only be added and removed to the ticker cycle
during manual review. The “ ” and “ ” buttons do not add or remove
messages during the automatic cycle.

Message
activated

Message

deactivated

Remove

message

from cycle

Manual cycle

through

messages

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Add

message

to cycle

Programmable Weather Alarms

Each Selectable Weather Category features an alarm option. When an alarm

sounds,thedisplayunitemitsaudiblebeepingandashestheaffectedcategory,

its alarm settings, and any other relevant data.
Some alarms can be customized to alert you when your programmed value is

reached. Alarms include:

OUTDOOR HUMIDITY LOW HIGH

OUTDOOR TEMP LOW HIGH

STORM ALARM HIGH

INDOOR HUMIDITY LOW HIGH

INDOOR TEMP LOW HIGH

WIND CHILL LOW

DEW POINT LOW HIGH

HEAT INDEX HIGH

RAIN HIGH

WIND SPEED HIGH

The rain alarm does not require a preset numerical value, but instead sounds
as soon as rain is recorded. Similarly, the storm alarm sounds when a large
atmospheric pressure drop occurs, which usually indicates an oncoming storm.
Note: The storm alarm is NOT intended to be a safety device or warning system.

Set a Weather Alarm

1. Choose the weather category for which you wish to set an alarm by

pressing the “▲” or “▼” buttons until the category is displayed on the
Selectable Category part of the display unit.

2. To program a value (only applies to alarms that require a value), press

AND HOLD the “ ” button underneath the alarm you wish to set until the
“ ”indicatorappearsandthealarmsettingashes.

3. Adjust the alarm value by pressing the “▲” or “▼” buttons.

4. Press the “ ”buttontoconrmavalue.

5. Next, press the “ ” button to activate the alarm (the X indicator

disappears when alarm is activated).
Alarm is now programmed and turned on.

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Silence a Sounding Alarm

The alarm sounds initially for a few minutes, then silences itself. The alarm then
sounds every few minutes afterwards until one of the following happens:

1. “SNOOZE” - Press any button. Alarm silences, but sounds again if the alarm

condition reoccurs.

2. Turn alarm “OFF” - Deactivates alarm.

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Care & Maintenance

Display Unit 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.

Calibration

Calibrate Temperature & Humidity

The indoor / outdoor temperature and humidity readings can be calibrated on the
display unit to improve accuracy. Calibration improves accuracy when 5-in-1 sensor
placement or environmental factors impact your data accuracy.

1. Choose the weather category you wish to calibrate by pressing the

buttons until the category is displayed on the Selectable Category part of the
display unit.

2. Press AND HOLD the

same time for 15-20 seconds.

• The display unit beeps, and all display data is hidden except for the value being
calibrated.

• “

” (calibrate) and arrows appear next to the value being calibrated.

3. Press the
higher or lower from the actual reading.

4. Press the
adjustment. Note: The “
to calibrated values.

“▲” or “▼” buttons to calibrate the data value

“SET”buttontoconrmthecalibration

“▲” and “▼” buttons and the “SET” button all at the

” icon remains illuminated next

“▲” or “▼”

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Specications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

HUMIDITY RANGE

WIND SPEED

WIND DIRECTION
INDICATORS

RAINFALL

WIRELESS RANGE

OPERATING FREQUENCY

POWER

DATA REPORTING

Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC

Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC

Outdoor: 1% to 99%
Indoor: 16% to 98%

0 to 99 mph; 0 to 159 kph

16 points

0 to 99.99 in; 0 to 9999 mm

330ft / 100m depending on home construction materials

433 MHz
Display: 4.5vdc power adapter

6 x AA alkaline batteries

Wind Speed: 18 second updates; Direction: 30 seconds
Outdoor temperature & humidity: 36 second updates
Indoor temperature & humidity: 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.
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 instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal
lation. 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 conditions:
(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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product available and contact us in any of the following ways:

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At AcuRite, we proudly uphold our commitment
to quality technology. Chaney Instrument Co.
warrants that all products it manufactures to
be of good material and workmanship, and to
be free of defects when properly installed and
operated for a period of one year from the
date of purchase.

We recommend that you visit us at
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retain your original proof of purchase in order

toobtainwarrantybenets.

Chaney Instrument Co. warrants that all products it
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free of defects when properly installed and operated for a period
of one year from the date of purchase. Remedy for breach of
this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective
item(s). 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. 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 have received normal wear and tear,
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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
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