La Crosse Technology 724-1409 User Manual

724-1409 FAQS

We are weather enthusiasts like you and know proper running equipment is important. These
FAQS provide valuable information on setup, positioning, and troubleshooting your station.
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CONTENTS

724-1409 FAQS ................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Contents .............................................................................................................................................................................. 1

GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................. 2

BATTERIES: What do I need to know about batteries? ................................................................................................... 2

HARDWARE: Sensors and Station..................................................................................................................................... 2

What are the power requirements for this station? ......................................................................................................... 2

SETUP: How do I setup my station? .................................................................................................................................. 2

MOUNTING: Where do I mount/position my sensor? ...................................................................................................... 2

Where to I place my station? ............................................................................................................................................. 3

What is Distance | Resistance | Interference? .................................................................................................................. 3

READINGS: How do I interpret the Rain Readings? ........................................................................................................ 4

How do I reset the Rain Readings? ................................................................................................................................... 4

How do I view my History by month? ............................................................................................................................... 4

How do I Read the Rain Cylinder? .................................................................................................................................... 4

ALERT: 24 Hour Rainfall Alert ............................................................................................................................................ 5

Alert Sounds | Disarm Alert ................................................................................................................................................ 5

NOW Rain Alert ................................................................................................................................................................... 5

How do I manually set the time? ....................................................................................................................................... 5

WEEKDAY: How do I correct the day of the week? ........................................................................................................ 7

Does this station have 12 hour and 24 hour time options? ............................................................................................. 7

How do I view Calendar or Indoor Temperature? ........................................................................................................... 7

BACKLIGHT: Does this station have a backlight? ............................................................................................................ 7

BATTERY: What do the battery icons mean? ................................................................................................................... 7

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................................................... 7

How do I change batteries in my sensor without losing data? ....................................................................................... 7

FACTORY RESET: How do I factory reset my station? .................................................................................................... 8

Why am I going through batteries quickly? ...................................................................................................................... 8

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RAIN DASHES: Why are there dashes for Rain readings? .............................................................................................. 8

Your 724-1409 station comes with:

TX14R
724-1409

RAIN INTERMITTANT: Why do my Rain readings come and go? ................................................................................... 8

RAIN LOW: Why is my rainfall reading low? ..................................................................................................................... 9

RAIN HIGH: Why is my rainfall reading high? ................................................................................................................... 9

How can I clean the rain sensor? .................................................................................................................................... 10

Why are parts of letters or number missing? .................................................................................................................. 10

Why is My new rain STATION unreadable? ................................................................................................................... 10

GENERAL INFORMATION

BATTERIES: WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BATTERIES?

• Good fresh batteries are important for best performance in your sensors and as backup in

your station.

• Batteries with an expiration date of 2020, were manufactured in 2010.

• We recommend batteries with an expiration date no more than 6 years in advance of the

current year for best performance.

• A minimum voltage of 1.48 volt per battery is required for best performance.

• Lithium batteries may be used in outdoor sensors. Alkaline batteries for the station.

HARDWARE: SENSORS AND STATION

TX14R Rain sensor, 433MHz
This is the only compatible rain sensor for your station.

WHAT ARE THE POWER REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS STATION?

: 2-AA batteries

: 2-AA batteries

SETUP: HOW DO I SETUP MY STATION?

1. Install batteries into your sensor.

2. Install batteries into the station.

3. Let sensor and station sit within 10 feet of each other for several minutes to lock the sensor

signals to the station.

Once the sensor is connected (0.00 will show for rain), you can position your sensor outside.

MOUNTING: WHERE DO I MOUNT/POSITION MY SENSOR?

Your sensor reads independently to your station.

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TX14R:

Distance:

Resistance:

Interference:

• Mount your rain sensor in an open area for a more accurate rain count.

• Placing the rain sensor on the ground provides the most accurate rainfall measurement as

there is no wind shear. Unfortunately, since insects think of rain gauges as personal hotels,
placing the sensor 3-6 feet above ground may deter the insects.

• Be sure your rain sensor is not sitting in a depression that would prevent rain from draining

form the sensor properly.

• Your rain sensor should be accessible to allow for periodic cleaning of leaves or other

debris that may clog the funnel.

• Install the Rain sensor on a level platform that is stationary and has a direct line of sight to

your station.

• Insert mounting screws through the holes in the base of the rain sensor. Do not over tighten.

• Avoid other wireless rain sensors, as this can cause inaccuracy.

• The maximum wireless transmission range to the rain station is over 300 feet (91 meters) in

open air, not including walls or floors.

WHERE TO I PLACE MY STATION?

Your station is designed for placement on a desk or countertop, or wall mounted.

• Best reception occurs when only one wall is between your station and your sensor outside.

• Position you station six feet from other electronics and wireless devices. If you suspect RF

(radio frequency) interference, simply move your station a few feet.

WHAT IS DISTANCE | RESISTANCE | INTERFERENCE?

• The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 300 feet (91 meters) between your

sensor and your station.

• Consider the signal path from your station to your sensor as a straight line.

• Consider the distance the station is from other electronics in the home.

• Each obstacle: walls, windows, vegetation, stucco, concrete, and large metal objects will

reduce the effective signal range by about one-half.

• Mounting your sensor on a metal fence can significantly reduce the effective signal range.

• Consider electronics in the signal path between the sensors and your station.

• Simple relocation of the sensors or the station may correct an interference issue.

• Windows can reflect the radio signal.

• Metal will absorb the RF (radio frequency) signal.

• Stucco held to the wall by a metal mesh will cause interference.

• Transmitting antennas from: ham radios, emergency dispatch centers, airports, military

bases, etc. may cause interference.

• Electrical wires, utilities, cables, etc. may create interference if too close.

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