CONTENTS
Contents ................................................................... 1
Introduction .............................................................. 2
About Oregon Scientific .......................................... 2
Product Overview .................................................... 3
Front View.............................................................. 3
Back View .............................................................. 4
Remote Sensor (THN122) ..................................... 5
Getting Started ......................................................... 6
Batteries ................................................................. 6
Change Settings .................................................... 6
Table Stand or Wall Mount ..................................... 6
Remote Sensor (THN122) ........................................ 6
Setup Sensor ......................................................... 7
Data Transmission .................................................8
Search for Sensor ..................................................8
Clock ......................................................................... 8
Turn Atomic Clock ON/OFF ...................................9
Set Clock ............................................................... 9
Switch Clock Display ............................................. 9
Alarm ......................................................................... 9
View Alarm Settings ............................................... 9
Set Alarm ............................................................... 9
Activate Alarm ...................................................... 10
Snooze Alarm ...................................................... 10
Temperature............................................................ 10
Select Temperature Unit ...................................... 10
Select Sensor Channel ........................................ 10
Minimum / Maximum Records ............................. 11
Temperature Trend .............................................. 11
Backlight ................................................................. 11
Reset System ......................................................... 11
Safety and Care ...................................................... 11
Warnings .................................................................12
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 12
Specifications ......................................................... 13
Main Unit Dimensions ..........................................13
Remote Sensor Dimensions ................................ 13
Temperature ......................................................... 13
Remote Sensor (THN122) ................................... 13
Clock ....................................................................13
Power ................................................................... 13
FCC Statement ....................................................... 14
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Wireless
Thermo Clock (RAR186). This device bundles precise time
keeping, alarm, and temperature monitoring features into a
single tool you can use from the convenience of your home.
In this box, you will find:
• Main unit
• Remote sensor (THN122)
Keep this manual handy as you use your new product.
It contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well
as technical specifications and warnings you should
know.
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn
more about other Oregon Scientific products such as
digital cameras, hand-held organizers, health and fitness
gear, and projection clocks. The website also includes
contact information for our customer service department,
in case you need to reach us.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
MODE
CHANNEL
MEM
TEMP
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1. Sensor Temperature Area: Readings, trend line,
sensor reception status and channel number
1
2. Indoor Temperature Area: Readings, and indoor
symbol
2
3. Clock Area: Time display with seconds or days of
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4
the week
4. Calendar / Alarm Area: Date display and dual alarm
display
5. MODE: Press to change display / settings
6. MEM: Press to view current or saved max / min
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temperature
7. CHANNEL: Press to switch remote sensor
8. ((.)): Press to view dual alarm settings
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BACK VIEW
1. Wall mount
2. °C / °F Switch
1
3. Alarm (On / Off)
2
3
4
4. Press (up button) to increase or (down button) to
decrease settings
5. Battery compartment
6. Catch to open battery compartment
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7. Table stand
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REMOTE SENSOR (THN122)
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2
3
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1. LED Status indicator
1. Wall mount hole
2. RESET
3. Channel number (1 - 3)
4. Battery compartment
(Battery compartment cover not shown)
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GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES
Batteries are not supplied with this product. You will need
to purchase 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V alkaline batteries for
the main unit, and 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V alkaline batteries
for the remote sensor.
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity as
shown in the battery compartment. For best results,
install batteries in the remote sensor before the main
unit. Press RESET after each battery change.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
NOTE
shows on LCD display when batteries are low.
CHANGE SETTINGS
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds to enter setting
mode.
2. Press UP or DOWN to change settings.
3. Press MODE to confirm.
TABLE STAND OR WALL MOUNT
Product can stand on detachable base or be mounted
on a wall with a nail.
REMOTE SENSOR (THN122)
This product is shipped with a THN122 Thermo Sensor
that collects Temperature data. Data can be collected
from up to 3 sensors. Additional sensors sold separately.
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SETUP SENSOR
Open the remote sensor battery compartment with a
small Phillips screwdriver.
1. Insert the batteries, matching the polarity as shown
in the battery compartment.
2. Set the channel. The switch is located in the battery
compartment.
SWITCH OPTION
Channel Channel 1 - 3. If you are using
3. Place the sensor near the main unit. Press RESET
on the sensor to initiate signal sending between the
sensor and the main unit. The reception icon on
the main unit will blink for approximately 3 minutes
while it is searching for the sensor. (Refer to the
Sensor Data Transmission section for more
information.)
4. Close the remote sensor battery compartment.
5. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount or table stand.
more than one sensor, select a
different channel for each sensor.
For best results:
• Insert the batteries and select the channel and
temperature unit before you mount the sensor.
• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and
moisture.
• Do not place the sensor more than 30 meters
(98 feet) from the main (indoor) unit.
• Position the sensor so that it faces the main
(indoor) unit, minimizing obstructions such as
doors, walls, and furniture.
• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view
to the sky, away from metallic or electronic
objects.
• Position the sensor close to the main unit
during cold winter months as below-freezing
temperatures may affect battery performance and
signal transmission.
You may need to experiment with various locations to
get the best results.
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DATA TRANSMISSION
Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 30 seconds.
The reception icon shown in the Temperature Area
shows the status.
ICON
--- shows in Temp
Areas
SEARCH FOR SENSOR
To search for a sensor, press and hold MEM and
CHANNEL for 2 seconds.
DESCRIPTION
Main unit is searching for
sensors.
At least 1 channel has
been found.
Channel 1 is selected (number
will change depending on the
sensor you select)
The selected sensor cannot
be found. Search for the
sensor or check batteries.
CLOCK
This product shows the current time, time zone, and day
of week in English, German, Italian, or French.
Manually set the clock following the "Set Clock"
instructions (below).
SET CLOCK
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds. The Clock
Area will blink.
2. Select the hour, minute, date, month, language, day
and time zone offset (-12 to +12). Press UP or
DOWN to change the setting. Press MODE to
confirm.
NOTE
The Language settings are (E) English, (D)
German, (F) French, and (I) Italian
If the sensor is still not found, check the
NOTE
batteries, obstructions, and remote unit location.
Signals from household devices such as
NOTE
doorbells, electronic garage doors, and home security
systems may cause temporary reception failure. This is
normal and does not affect general product performance.
The reception will resume once the interference ends.
SWITCH CLOCK & CALENDAR DISPLAY
Clock with Weekday, Clock with Weekday and Zone
Time, and Clock with Weekday and Zone Calendar.
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ALARM
This product is equipped with a 2-minute crescendo alarm.
VIEW ALARM SETTINGS
The Alarm Time and On / Off status will show in the
Calendar / Alarm Area.
Press ((.)) again for the second alarm time and status.
SET DUAL ALARM
1. Press ((.)).
2. Press and hold ((.)) again for 2 seconds. The Alarm
settings will blink.
3. Select the hour and minute. Press UP or DOWN to
change settings. Press ((.)) to confirm.
To set second alarm perform step 1 twice,
NOTE
then perform steps 2 and 3.
TEMPERATURE
This product can display the following temperature
information:
• Current, minimum and maximum readings
• Trend line for remote sensor
Data is collected by the remote sensors and displayed
every 30 seconds.
SELECT TEMPERATURE UNIT
Slide the °C / °F switch into the desired location. The
switch is located on the back of the product.
SELECT SENSOR CHANNEL
Press CHANNEL to switch between sensors 1 - 3.
The icon shows the selected sensor.
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ACTIVATE ALARM
Press ALARM ON / OFF to activate, deactivate and toggle
between alarm settings. (Alarm symbol with #1 or #2)
shows in Calendar / Alarm Area when alarm(s) are
activated.
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Kineticwave
Icon
Designated
Display
Remote
Display
Channel 1
Remote
Display
Channel 2
Remote
Display
Channel 3
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MINIMUM / MAXIMUM RECORDS
Press MEM to toggle between current, maximum (MAX)
and minimum (MIN) records for the indoor reading and
the selected sensor. To clear both the indoor
thermometer and selected sensor records, press and
hold MEM for 2 seconds.
A beep will sound to confirm that the memory has been
cleared.
TEMPERATURE TREND
The trend line is shown next to the Temperature reading.
Rising SteadyTrend Falling
ICON
RESET SYSTEM
The RESET buttons are located in the battery
compartments for the main unit and sensors. Press
RESET when you change the batteries and whenever
performance is not behaving as expected (for example,
unable to establish radio frequency link with remote
sensor.
NOTE
When you press RESET, all settings will return
to default value, and you will lose all stored information.
SAFETY AND CARE
Clean the product with a slightly damp cloth and alcoholfree mild detergent. Avoid dropping the product or placing
it in a high-traffic location.
WARNINGS
This product is designed to give you years of service if
handled properly. Observe the following guidelines:
• Never immerse the product in water. This can
cause electrical shock and damage the product.
• Do not subject the main unit to extreme force,
shock, or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
• Do not tamper with the internal components.
• Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of
different types.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries with this
product.
• Remove the batteries if storing this product for a
long period of time.
• Do not scratch the LCD display.
Do not make any changes or modifications to this
product. Unauthorized changes may void your right to
use the product. The technical specification of this
product and contents of this user guide are subject to
change without notice. Images not drawn to scale.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Check here before contacting our customer service
department.
Problem Symptom Remedy
Calendar
Clock
Temp
Remote
sensor
Strange date /
month
Cannot adjust
clock
Shows "LLL"
or "HHH"
Cannot locate
remote
sensor
Cannot
change
channel
Change language
(
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Set Clock
(
9)
Temperature is out-ofrange
Check batteries ( 6)
Check location (
Check sensors. Only
one sensor is
working(
6)
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SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN UNIT DIMENSIONS
L x W x H 150 x 82 x 47 mm
Weight 7.90 ounces with battery
(5.9 x 3.2 x 1.9 inches)
REMOTE SENSOR DIMENSIONS
L x W x H 92 x 60 x 20 mm
(3.6 x 2.4 x .79 inches)
Weight 2.22 ounces without battery
TEMPERATURE
Unit °C or °F
Indoor Range -5 °C to 50 °C
(23 °F to 122 °F)
Outdoor Range -20 °C to 60 °C
(-4 °F to 140 °F)
Resolution 0.1 °C (0.2° F)
Memory Min / Max
REMOTE SENSOR (THN122)
RF frequency 433 MHz
Range 30 meters (98 feet)
with no obstructions
Transmission every 30 seconds
Channel No. 1 - 3
Unit °C or °F
CLOCK
Clock display HH:MM:SS
Hour format 12hr AM/PM
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Time zone offset -12 to +12 hours
Calendar DD/MM; weekday in
Alarm 2-minute crescendo
POWER
Main unit batteries 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
Sensor batteries 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
4 languages (E, F, D, I)
alkaline
alkaline
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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 modifications 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 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 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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The information below is not to be used as contact for
support or sales. Please call our customer service number
(listed on our website at
the warranty card for this product) for all inquiries instead.
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www.oregonscientific.com, or on
We
Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95
th
Place,
Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883
Fax No.: 1-503-684-8883
declare that the product
Product No.: RAR186
Product Name: Remote Thermo Clock
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1, 41 Man Yue St.,
Hung Hom, Kowloon,
Hong Kong
is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Wireless Thermo Clock
Model : RAR186
User Manual
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