Brookstone Wireless 5-Day Forecaster User Manual

W E AT H E R C AS T

Wireless 5-Day Forecaster

DESK CLOCK WITH FRE E ACCUWEATHE R.COM® FORECASTS

TAblE of ConTEnTS

Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Location of Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Weather Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11

Using the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Care and Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18

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WARnInG

Use indoors only.

1.

Close attention is necessary when this unit is operated near children.

2.
Do not allow children to play with this unit. It is not a toy.

Do not allow children to play with any plastic bags that accompany this unit.

3.
Plastic bags may present a hazard to young children.

Never operate this unit if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped,

4.
damaged or dropped into water.

The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as direct sunlight,

5.
radiators, heat registers, stoves or other heat-producing appliances.

Never drop or insert objects into any openings.

6.

Do not perform any servicing on the unit.

7.

Do not try to disassemble unit.

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fCC CoMPlIAnCE InfoRMATIon

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 protections 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 these instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

Note: If harmful interference to radio or television reception should occur,

determined by turning the product off and on, the user is encouraged to correct
interference by trying one or more of the following measures:

• Relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.

• Connect product to an outlet on a circuit different from receiver.

• Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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bATTERY PRECAUTIonS

Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not dispose of the old batteries

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in a fire.

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Do not leave the batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow

them. If the batteries are swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

•

The batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or

disassemble the batteries.

•

Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old and
new batteries, different types of batteries, or rechargeable batteries of
different capacities.

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loCATIon of ConTRolS

Up Button

1.

Favorites Button

2.

Time Zone Button

3.

Down Button

4.

5.

Backlight Activation Area
(Top-Front of Frame)

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Celsius/Fahrenheit Button

6.

Battery Compartment

7.

Stand

8.

Battery Compartment Cover

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loCATIon of IConS

1. Today’s Weather Icon

2. Current Time

3. Signal Strength Indicator

4. “Feels Like” Temperature

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5. 4-Day Outlook

6. Selected City

7. Current Temperature

8. Current Hi/Lo Temperature

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WEATHER IConS

Sun

Wind and Rain Snow

Partly Cloudy

ThunderstormsCloudy and Breezy

Cloudy

Drizzle

Haze

Blustery

Wintry Mix

Flurries

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InSTAllInG THE bATTERIES

When the 4 AA batteries are running low, the low battery icon will display,
indicating that the batteries should be replaced.

1.

Remove the door of the BATTERY COMPARTMENT.

2.

Place 4 new AA batteries into the BATTERY COMPARTMENT according
to the polarity indicators.

3.

Replace the BATTERY COMPARTMENT door securely.

Note: The unit automatically receives a weather forecast from one

to four hours after installing the batteries and updates continuously
as the forecast changes.

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WEATHERCAST oPERATIon

SELECTING LOCATIONS

The WeatherCast provides the forecast for 152 locations in the United States.

Press the UP or DOWN buttons on the back of the unit repeatedly until your desired

location appears on the display. The locations are organized alphabetically
by state, then by city.

Note: Press and hold the UP or DOWN buttons to scroll through the list faster.

“FAVORITES” PRESET BUTTON

You can store up to five locations from the list of 152 cities as favorites.

1.

To save a favorite, simply press and hold the FAVORITES button when the

desired location appears on the screen. The
for 3 seconds.

2.

To remove a favorite, press and hold the FAVORITES button while on

the selection you wish to remove, and the

3.

A short press of the FAVORITES button will allow you to scroll through

favorite locations.

icon will illuminate

icon will flash once.

Note: If you try to add a favorite when you have already assigned five favorites,

you will see the message “FAVORIT FULL” flash on the screen. You will need
to delete an existing favorite before you can add another. Favorites settings
will be preserved when batteries are removed.

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VIEWING TEMPERATURE IN CELSIUS/FAHRENHEIT

The WeatherCast automatically displays the temperature in Fahrenheit.

To view the temperature in Celsius, use a small pointed object to press the F/C

button located inside the battery compartment. Screen will show CELSIUS for

5 seconds to confirm choice.

Repeat this process to change back to Fahrenheit and the screen will show
FAHRHT for 5 seconds to confirm choice.

“FEELS LIKE” TEMPERATURE

The WeatherCast shows the current “feels-like” temperature. This is a combination of

wind-chill in the winter and heat-index in the summer.

Note: When you first power-up your device, the “feels-like” temperature

may not appear at the same time as the current temperature.

“NO COVERAGE” MESSAGE

will appear when your device has been unable to receive a signal
for an extended period. Check our map at http://map.myambient.com to ensure
that your location receives coverage from our network.

BATTERY LOW INDICATOR

will appear when the device’s batteries are low and need to be replaced.

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CloCk oPERATIon

The time sets and updates automatically via satellite feed when you insert the batteries.

TIME ZONES

There are eight time zones programmed into your clock.

Press the TIME ZONE button on the back of the unit repeatedly until you reach your
desired time zone.

The available time zones are:

ATLANTC TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Atlantic Standard Time

EASTERN TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eastern Standard Time

CENTRAL TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central Standard Time

MTN TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mountain Standard Time

ARIZONA TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mountain Standard Time

PACIFIC TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pacific Standard Time

ALASKA TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alaska Standard Time

HAWAII TZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hawaii Standard Time

BACKLIGHT

Lightly touch the BACKLIGHT ACTIVATION AREA on the top-front of the frame and
the backlight will illuminate for 5 seconds.

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USInG THE STAnd

Your WeatherCast comes with a removable stand. Screw the end of the stand into the

back of the unit (see below) to use the WeatherCast in an upright position.

Stand attached to

the back of unit.

CARE And MAInTEnAnCE

Wipe the unit with a soft, dry, clean cloth.

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To store the unit flat, unscrew the stand and store with the unit so

it's not misplaced.

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TRoUblESHooTInG

ISSUE RESOLUTION

Display shows
no information.

Ensure batteries are fresh and installed correctly.

No network signal.

Time is not correct.

Only part of the
screen is showing
any data.

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Go to http://map.myambient.com and enter your zip
code. If you are in an area without a lot of coverage,
move the device to another location in your home or
office for better reception.

Press the TIME ZONE button until the correct
area is displayed.

We send data to your WeatherCast in discrete parts,
so if your unit is only showing data on one part of the
screen, or only some of the 152 cities, it’s likely that
the next update your unit receives will remedy this
situation. If you’ve waited four hours or more without
seeing the rest of the screen display data, there may
be a problem with your device.

TRoUblESHooTInG (ConT.)

ISSUE RESOLUTION

I don’t see any bars
next to the signal
strength indicator.

My clock’s time is
correct, but it still
shows an incorrect
or outdated forecast.

This means that you’re in an area that has
poor reception. Try moving the unit closer
to a window or upstairs. If you’ve moved it all over
and still don’t get any bars of signal, go to http://map.
myambient.com to check your area for signal coverage.

This is almost always the result of “lagging,”
a condition that occurs when your device is not
receiving a consistently strong signal. Try changing
the location where you keep the WeatherCast. We
recommend that you keep it somewhere where it
shows at least two bars of signal strength.

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TRoUblESHooTInG (CONT.)

ISSUE RESOLUTION

The temperature

outside is different
from what the
device is saying.

Will this device
work outside of
the United States?

The temperature readings and forecasts on your
WeatherCast aren’t received from a local sensor—the
information comes from wireless updates from
AccuWeather.com
temperature may vary from the meteorological
information we receive for your location.

Sorry, at present we only send data to
Ambient Devices within the United States.

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. Also, the current outside

What can
I do to improve

battery life?

I have a question that’s
not answered here.

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Your WeatherCast is designed to use very little battery
power when it receives a strong signal. If it’s in an area
with inconsistent or weak signal, it will work harder to
make sure it updates properly. The best thing you can
do is ensure it’s in an area where it receives three bars
of signal strength. Please visit our support site:
www.myambient.com/support to check your area for
signal coverage.

Call: 1-866-311-1999; 9AM to 5PM, EST
Or contact us anytime: [e-mail]

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onE (1) YEAR lIMITEd WARRAnTY

Brookstone® warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship
under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the
original purchaser (“Warranty Period”). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received
within the Warranty Period, at its option, Brookstone will either 1) repair the defect
at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product
with a new product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or

3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product.
A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance
with instructions provided by Brookstone, assumes the remaining warranty of the
original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes
your property and the replaced item becomes Brookstone’s property. When a store
credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes
Brookstone’s property.

Obtaining Service:

1-800-292-9819. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service and
the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and replacements
must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and response times
will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery of the product or any
parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our instructions.

Limits and Exclusions:

States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories of
Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only
to products manufactured for Brookstone that can be identified by the “Brookstone”
trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited
Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or
suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser,

To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service at

Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the United

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but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products “as is.”
This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions
relating to product’s use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by
accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage
caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone;
d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part
that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be
periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including,
without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold “as is” including, without
limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or h) a product that is
used commercially or for a commercial purpose.

BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING
OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND
WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE
CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.

Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.

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