La Crosse Technology 616-146v2 User Manual

BUTTONS
TX141v2
Sensor
Time, Alarm
with Snooze,
Projection Rotates 180°
2 “AAA”
Batteries
2 “AA” USB Charge Port, 1 Amp
5 Volt
Adapter
& Calendar
Indoor/Outdoor
Temperature +
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Quick Setup Guide
DC: 071015
Atomic Projectio n A larm
with Indoor and Outdoor Temperature
Arm
Trends
Batteries
Outdoor

GET STARTED

Step 1:Insert the included 5-volt AC power adapter into projection
Alarm and then into wall outlet. Step 2:Insert 2new“AAA” batteries (not included) into the projection alarm. Observe the correct polarity. Step 3:Insert 2 new “AA” batteries (not included) into the TX141v2 sensor. Observe the correct polarity. The red LED will flash when transm itting.
Step 4: After 5 minutes place the sensor outside in a shaded location. Note: If the outdoor temperature is not displayed after 3 minutes, hold
the +/TEMP button to search for outdoor sensor. Then, press the TX button on the sensor to send signal.

SET TIME AND DATE

1. Hold the SET/°F/°C button to enter time set mode.
2. Use the +/TEMP or -/TIME buttons to adjust values. Press and hold for fast adjustment.
3. Press the SET/°F/°C button to confirm adjustments and move to the next item.
Time and Date setting order:
1. WWVB(ON/OFF)
2. Time Zone
3. DST Daylight Saving Time (ON/OFF)
4. 12/24 Hour Time Format
5. Hour
6. Minutes
7. Year
8. Month
9. Date
Note: Day of the week sets automatically. Press the SET/°F/°C button to exit, or wait 20 seconds w ithout
pressing buttons to return to the normal time display.

FAHRENHEIT/CELSIUS

Press the SET/°F/°C button to select Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature display.
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Alarm
1. Hold the ALARM button to enter alarm time set mode.
2. Use the +/TEMP or -/TIME buttons to adjust values.
3. Press the ALARM button to confirm adjustments and move to the

SET TIME ALARM

next item.
Alarm Time setting order:
1. Hours
2. Minutes

ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE TIME ALARM

Press the ALARM button once to view alarm time.
Press the ALARM button again to activate the alarm.
Bell icon appears.
Press the ALARM button agai n to deact ivate the al ar m. The bell icon disappears.
Bell Icon

SNOOZE (Silences alarm temporaril y)

Press the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to silence alarm for 9 minutes.
Zz will show.
When in snooze mode, press ALARM to stop alarm for one day.

Note: The alarm is crescendo sound. The alarm will sound for 2 minutes and then shut off completely.

BACKLIGHT AND PROJECTION INTENSITY
Press and release the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to adjust the brightness of the backlight and project ion image (together):
High
Low
OFF
Note: When the Adapter is NOT in use, the High/Low/On/Off features are not available.
PROJECTION (On/Off, rotate, projection mode)
Battery Power: Press and release the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to
show the projection for 10 seconds.
A/C Power: Projection is displayed constantly unless turned off. Note: Projection will not display constantly when operating on battery
power.
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Rotate Projection:
WWVB
Icon
Low Icon
Press the PROJECTION button to rotate the projection image 90 degrees.
Press the PROJECTION button again to rotate another 90 degrees.
Change Projection Modes: Hold, then release the PROJECTION button to switch projection modes. Watch the projection image to view the changes.
Time and Outdoor Temperature: alternate every 5 seconds (default)
Time only
Outdoor Te mperature only
USB CHARGE PORT
Charge a smart phone, camera or other devices when the forecast station is plugged into a power outlet with the included 5V AC adapter.

Note: This is a power-output charging port. It does not supply power to the projection clock.

Connect your external device’s USB charging cable (not included) to the USB charging port.
Charging times will vary.
USB Power Output: 1A maximum current. Charge 1A devices or
devices that are self-regulating.

MANUAL WWVB RADIO-CONTROLLED TIME SEARCH

Press the -/TIME button to start or stop a manual signal search. WWVB Icon will flash
For information about WWVB visit:
www.nist.gov/pml/div688/grp40/wwvb.cfm

LOW BATTERY ICON

If the icon is displayed in Outdoor Temperature section, replace batteries in the outdoor sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Indoor Temperature section, replace batteries in the projection clock.
Battery
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Temperature has risen in the past 3 hours.
not changed
The temperature (2°F/1°C) trend indicators update every 30 minutes or less.

TEMPERATURE TREND INDICATORS

Temperature has
in the past 3 hours.
Temperature has fallen in the past 3 hours.

SEARCH FOR OUTDOOR SENSOR

Hold the +/TEMP button for 3 seconds to search for the outdoor sensor .

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Do not mix old and new batteries
Do not mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable
Batteries
Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most
suitable for the intended use.
Replace all batteries of a set at the same time.
Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to
battery installation.
Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity
(+and -).
Remove batteries from equipment with is not to be used for an
extended period of time.
Remove expired batteries promptly.

POSITION OUTDOOR SENSOR

Mount the outdoor sensor on a North-f acing wal l or in any well shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is preferred.
The maximum transmitting range to the atomic projection alarm is over 300-feet (91 meters) in open air, not including walls.

POSITION PROJECTION ALARM

The projection alarm has a wide base to sit on a desk or table.
Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics such as
cordless phones, wireless gaming systems, televisions,
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microwaves, routers, baby monitors, etc., which can prevent signal reception.
Position near an exterior wall that faces Ft. Collins Colorado for WWVB time signal reception.
Place within 300 ft. (91 meters) of the outdoor sensor.
Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large
metal objects can reduce the range.
Be aware of electrical wires and plum bing within a wall. This will interfere with RF (radio frequency) signal reception.
RESTART

If the outdoor temperature displays dashes :

Remove the AC adapter and remove batteries from the projection alarm &sensor.
Press a button 20 times.
After 15 minutes, return to Step 1 above.

WARRANTY A ND SUPPORT

La Crosse Technology, Ltd. provides a 1-year limited time warranty (from date of purchase) on this product relating to manufacturing defects in materials & workmanship.
View full warranty details online at:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/warranty_info.pdf Before returning a product, please contact our friendly customer
support with questions or visit our online help:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd 2830 South 26 La Crosse, WI 54601
Contact Support:
1-608-782-1610
Online Product Support: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support
Product Registration: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register Protected under U.S. Patents: 5,978,738 | 6,076,044 |RE43903
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SPECIFICATIONS

Indoor:
Temperature Range:
+32°F to +122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
Outdoor:
Temperature Range:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Alkaline Batteries:
-20°F to 140°F (-28.8°C to 60°C )
Lithium Batteries:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Temperatures below - 20°F outdoor sensor.
Over 300 ft. (91 meters) RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
USB Charging Port
Power:
Projection Alarm
Optional 2-AAA, IEC, LR3 batteries (not included)
2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
Battery Backup:
the AC adapter for primary power
Battery life is over 24 months when using and Lithium batteries
Dimensions:
5.23” L x 1.96” W x 4.33” H (133 x 50 x 110 mm)
1.57" x 0.79" x 5.12" (40 x 20 x 130mm)
NOTE:
(-28.8°C) require Lithium batteries in the
Distance:
USB Output: 1 Amp maximum current
Primary Power: AC: HX-0501500U
5-volt AC power adapter (included)
Optional/Battery Backup
TX141v2 Sensor : Battery Life:
Projection Alarm
TX141v2 Sensor :
Battery life is over 24 m onths when using
reputable battery brands for both Alkaline
Projection Alarm:
TX141v2 Sensor :
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FCC STATEMENT

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. T his 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 harm f ul inter fer en c e 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.
This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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.
Caution!
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in any form, even in part, or duplicated or processed using electronic, mechanical or chemical process without the written permission of the publisher. This booklet may contain errors or misprints. The information it contains is regularly checked and corrections are included in subsequent editions. We disclaim any responsibility for any technical error or printing error, or their consequences. All trademarks and patents are recognized.
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