Acu-Rite 2007 User Manual

Instruction Manual

Weather Station

model 02007

CONTENTS

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

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

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

Features & Benets: Sensor ..... 2

Features & Benets: Display.. .. 3

Setup .................................... 6

Sensor Setup ......................... 6

Display Setup ........................ 7

Setup Preferences .................. 8

Intelli-Time Clock .................... 8

Backlight Settings ................... 9

Placement Guidelines ............10

Using the Weather Station ..... 11

Troubleshooting ....................12

Care & Maintenance .............13

Replace Intelli-Time® Battery

Calibration ...........................14

Specications ........................15

FCC Information ...................15

Customer Support ................. 16

Warranty..............................16

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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 unit

2. Outdoor sensor

3. Power adapter

4. Instruction Manual

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Features & Benets

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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 unit.

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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BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT

6. A-B-C Switch

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

7. Battery Compartment

8. RESET Button

Full reset to factory defaults.

9. Integrated Hang Hole

for easy mounting.

10. GEO Button

Set geographic region preference.

11. ZONE Button

Set time zone preference.

12. Plug-in for Power Adapter

13. Battery Compartment Cover

(not shown)

FRONT OF DISPLAY UNIT

14. HISTORY CHART Mode

Press to toggle between pressure,

outdoor temperature or outdoor

humidity on History Chart. Press and
hold for 4 seconds to enter auto-cycle

mode (5 second rotation).

15. ”T”, ” ” & ”V” Buttons

for setup preferences.

16. Backlight Button

(top of display unit)

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Features & Benets

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DISPLAY UNIT

1. Day of the Week

2. Current Outdoor Temperature

Arrow icon indicates direction

temperature is trending.

3. Outdoor High Temperature Record

Indicates highest outdoor temperature
recorded since midnight.

4. Outdoor Low Temperature Record

Indicates lowest outdoor temperature
recorded since midnight.

5. Current Outdoor Humidity

Arrow icon indicates direction
humidity is trending.

6. Outdoor High Humidity Record

Indicates highest outdoor humidity
recorded since midnight.

7. Outdoor Low Humidity Record

Indicates lowest outdoor humidity
recorded since midnight.

8. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength

9. Low Sensor Battery Indicator

10. Forecasted High Temperature

11. Forecasted Low Temperature

12. Up to 4 Hour Weather Forecast

Precision Forecasting combines
regional trends with data from your
outdoor sensor to generate your
personal forecast.

13. GEO SET Icon

Flashes to indicate Geo Zone setup

mode.

14. Geographic Region Selection

for setup preferences.

15. 4 to 8 Hour Weather Forecast

16. 8 to 12 Hour Weather Forecast

17. Barometric Pressure

Arrow icon indicates direction
pressure is trending.

18. Indoor High Humidity Record

Indicates highest indoor humidity
recorded since midnight.

19. Indoor Low Humidity Record

Indicates lowest indoor humidity
recorded since midnight.

20. Current Indoor Humidity

Arrow icon indicates direction

humidity is trending.

21. Multi-Variable History Chart

Displays the past 12 hours of data
for pressure, outdoor temperature or
outdoor humidity.

22. Indoor High Temperature Record

Indicates highest indoor temperature
recorded since midnight.

23. Indoor Low Temperature Record

Indicates lowest indoor temperature
recorded since midnight.

24. Current Indoor Temperature

Arrow icon indicates direction

temperature is trending.

25. Date

26. SET Icon

Flashes to indicate setup mode.

27. Display Unit Low Battery Indicator

28. Intelli-Time® Clock

29. Auto-Cycle Mode Indicator

30. AUTO DIM Indicator

31. Time Zone & Daylight Saving Time

for setup preferences, shown only

during setup.

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SETUP

Sensor Setup

Set the A-B-C Switch

1

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.

Install or Replace Batteries

2

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

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.

A-B-C Switch

1

set to match
display unit

A B C

Install Batteries

2

2 AA batteries

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Display Unit Setup

Set the A-B-C Switch

1

Locate the A-B-C switch inside
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 unit
and the sensor in order for the
units to synchronize.

2

Install or Replace Backup
Batteries (optional)

1. Remove the battery

compartment cover.

A-B-C Switch

1

set to match
sensor

A B C

2. Insert 3 x AA 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

3

For the best performance, plug
in the power adapter as the main
power source for this product.

Install Backup

2

Batteries (optional)

3 AA alkaline
batteries

Plug in Power

3

Adapter

IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of a
power outage. Power adapter recommended as the primary power source to enjoy the full
functionality of the 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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Setup: Geographic Region

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

Select your geographic region according to
the map (pictured right) by pressing the
“GEO” button, located on the back of the unit
in the battery compartment. The letters for each
corresponding GEO region are shown on the
display screen. Geographic region must be set

in order for Precision Forecasting to function

properly. *The “ ” icon and geographic
region letter are only visible in GEO set mode.
You will automatically exit GEO set mode if no
buttons are pressed for 10 seconds. Enter GEO set
mode at any time by pressing the “GEO ” button
located inside the battery compartment.

Intelli-Time® Clock

Intelli-Time clock and calendar are pre-programmed to the correct time and
date, and update automatically for Daylight Saving Time. All you need to do is
select your time zone using the “ZONE” button.

Setup: Time, Date, Units & Language

Press the “ ” button, located on the front of the display unit, 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 “T” or

“V“ buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).

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

TIME ZONE ( PST MST CST EST AST HAST AKST)
AUTO DST (Daylight Saving Time ON or OFF)*
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
UNITS: TEMPERATURE (ºF or ºC)
UNITS: PRESSURE (inHg or hPa)
LANGUAGE (English or French)

*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 30 seconds.
Enter SET MODE at any time by pressing the “ ” button.

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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 will appear to the left of the time.

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 unit and outdoor sensor are critical to the
accuracy and performance of this product.

Display Unit Placement

Place display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display
stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable. For wall
mounting, hang using the keyhole located on back of the unit.

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 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 unit 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.).

AT

LEAST

TV

3

(.91 m)

APART

(330 feet maximum)

(100 meters)

Setup is Complete

The sensor will now synchronize with the display unit. It may take a few
minutes for synchronization to complete. NOTE: It will take up to 4 hours to
generate a weather forecast after initial setup.

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OPERATION

Using the Weather Station
Precision Weather Forecasting

AcuRite’s Precision Forecasting provides your personal forecast of morning,
noon & night (4 hour, 4 to 8 hour and 8 to 12 hour) weather conditions. The
patent-pending technology combines regional weather patterns with data
measured by a sensor in your yard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint
accuracy - personalized for your exact location.

STORMY

& WINDY

(flashing=stormy)

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

SNOW

LIKELY

SNOW / RAIN

MIX LIKELY

RAIN

LIKELY

MOSTLY
CLOUDY

Multi-Variable History Chart

The multi-variable history chart lets you monitor the change in conditions over
the last 12 hour time period (-12, -6, -3, -2, -1, 0). Toggle between barometric
pressure, outdoor temperature and outdoor humidity readings. Press and hold
“ “ for 4 seconds to enter auto-cycle mode (5 second rotation).

Barometric Pressure

Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly impact the weather. This
weather center displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate the
direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING). The multi­variable history chart lets you monitor the change in pressure over time.

High & Low Records

The “T” and “V“ buttons, located on the front of the display unit, display

minimum and maximum recordings for outdoor and indoor temperature and

humidity. To view the MINIMUM temperature and humidity readings, press
and release the “V” button. The “ ” icon appears on the display next to the
low records. To view the MAXIMUM temperature and humidity readings, press
and release the “T” button. The “ ” icon appears on the display next to the
high records.

To reset the MINIMUM records, press and hold the “V” button while viewing
the minimum records. Dashes will display to conrm all minimum values have
been cleared.

To reset the MAXIMUM records, press and hold the “T” button while viewing
the maximum records. Dashes will display to conrm all maximum values have
been cleared.

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Troubleshooting

No outdoor sensor

reception

no bars

Display screen

not working

Outdoor

temperature

is ashing or

showing dashes

If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:

• Relocate the display unit 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 20 minutes for display unit and sensor
to synchronize after batteries are replaced.

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

• Reset display by pressing the RESET button, located in
the battery compartment on the display unit. Time and
date will need to be entered after a reset.

• Forecast will be blank for rst 4 hours after battery

installation.

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

1. Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and
remove batteries/power adapter from both.

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

3. Reinstall batteries in the outdoor sensor.

4. Re-connect AC adapter and/or reinstall batteries in
the display unit.

5. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other
for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.

Inaccurate

temperature

or humidity

Inaccurate barometric

pressure

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

sources or vents (see page 10).

• Make sure both units are positioned away from any

sources of moisture.

It may take up to 14 days for the pressure to calibrate to
your location.

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Troubleshooting

Inaccurate forecast

• Weather Forecast icons predict conditions for the
future, not current conditions.

• Forecast will be blank for rst 4 hours after battery

installation.

• Make sure your GEO region is correct. If you

live close to a region border, try testing both regions
to see which generates the most appropriate forecast
for your location.

• Make sure time, date, GEO region, temperature,

humidity and pressure are accurate. Note: It may
take up to 14 days for the pressure to calibrate to
your location.

• Calibrate the forecast (see page 14).

• If forecast reads inaccurately after all other

troubleshooting steps have been attempted, press
and release the “RESET” button (inside battery
compartment), time and date will need to be entered
after a reset. Next, press GEO button to toggle
through each of the regions (A-B-C-D-E-F-G) and
back to your correct region.

The unit lost power

or batteries were

changed and the

time is not correct

The Intelli-Time battery needs to be replaced

(see page 14). Once the new battery is installed,
time and date will need to be set manually.

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 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.

Outdoor Sensor Care

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

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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. To replace the
Intelli-Time battery:

1. Locate the coin cell battery
compartment door on the
back of the display unit.
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.

CR2032

3V

Calibration

Calibrate Weather Forecast

The forecast can be calibrated on the display unit to improve accuracy when
sensor placement or environmental factors impact your data accuracy. The
calibration increases or decreases the amount of moisture in the forecast
algorithm. For example, if you feel the forecast is showing rain too often you
may want to remove 10% of the moisture from the forecast equation.

1. To enter calibration mode, press and HOLD the “T” and “V” buttons for
at least 5 seconds.

2. The “ “ will begin ashing, indicating it is ready to be calibrated.

3. Press the “T” button to increase moisture in the forecast or press the “V”
button to remove moisture from the forecast.

4. Press the “ ” button to conrm the calibration adjustment, or after 20
seconds of inactivity the display will automatically save your adjustments
and exit calibration mode.

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Specications

TEMPERATURE RANGE

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

HUMIDITY RANGE

WIRELESS RANGE
OPERATING FREQUENCY
POWER

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

433 MHz
Display: 5v power adapter

3 x AA alkaline batteries

(optional)

Sensor: 2 x AA alkaline or lithium batteries

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 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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Customer Support

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:

[phone] [e-mail]

24/7 support at www.AcuRite.com

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Limited One Year Warranty

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.

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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. 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, been damaged (including by acts of nature), 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
hereby expressly disclaimed, including without limitation the
implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty
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corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this
paragraph, and the preceding paragraph, unless done in writing
and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney. This warranty
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For in-warranty claims: Chaney Instrument Co.

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