La Crosse Technology TX25U User Manual

FCC ID: OMOTX25U (transmitter) RF Exposure mobile:

The internal / external antennas used for this mobile transmitter must provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

Statement according to FCC part 15.19:

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.

Statement according to FCC part 15.21:

Modifications not expressly approved by this company could v oid the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Statement according to FCC part 15.105:

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 guar antee 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

WS-9029U

915 MHz

Wireless W eather Station

Instruction Manual

Contents

Language Page English 2 French 30 Spanish 59

CONTENTS

Topic Page

Introduction 3 Features 4 Quick set up guide 5 Detailed set up guide 6 Function keys 10 Operations 11 Mounting 18 Troubleshooting 21 Maintenance and care 23 Specifications 24 Warranty information 25

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This product offers:

signed and developed by LA CROSSE

TECHNOLOGY.

you can an immediate update (every 4 seconds!) of all your outdoor data measured from the transmitters: follow your climatic variations in realtime!

12 or 24 Hour Time Display

Connection w/ Sensor Icon

Low Battery Indicator

Set / Channel Button

INSTANT TRANSMISSION

is the state-of-the-art new wireless transmission technology, exclusively de-

INSTANT TRANSMISSION

Indoor Temperature (˚F or ˚C)

Indoor Humidity (%RH)

Channel Indicatop (1, 2 or 3)

Outdoor Temperature (˚F or ˚C)

Minimum or Maximmum Temperature & Humidity

Minimum/Maximum/

Figure 1

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offers

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FEATURES

• Wireless Weather Station (Figure 1).

• Remote Temperature Sensor with optional Channel 2 Probe (TX25U, Figure 2).

• Indoor Temperature (˚F or ˚C) and Indoor Humidity.

• Wireless Outdoor Temperature (˚F or ˚C).

• Optional Channel 2 Temperature Probe.

• Able to Receive up to 3 Remote Temperature Sensors.

• Wall Hanging or Free Standing.

Remote

Optional Probe w/ 10 Foot Wire

Figure 2

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Temperature Sensor LCD Temperature Display

Wall-Mounting Bracket

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (not included)

1. Two fresh AA 1.5V alkaline batteries for the wireless weather station.

2. Two fresh AAA 1.5V alkaline batteries for the remote temperature sensor.

3. One, Philips screwdriver for mounting.

QUICK SETUP

Hint:

Use good quality Alkaline Batteries; avoid re-

chargeable batteries.

1. Have the Wireless Weather Station and Temperature sensor 3 to 5 feet apart.

2. Batteries should be out of both units for 10 minutes.

3. Place the batteries into the Temperature sensor first and next into the Wireless Weather Station.

4. DO NOT PRESS ANY BUTTONS FOR 15

MINUTES.

In this time the Wireless W eather Station and the temperature sensor will begin to communicate with each other, and the display will show both the indoor temperature and an outdoor temperature. If the Wireless

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Weather Station does not display both temperatures after the 15 minutes, please retry the set up as stated above. After both indoor and outdoor temperatures are displayed for 15 minutes you can place your temperature sensor outdoors, and set your time.

The temperature sensor should be placed in a dry, shaded area (ex: under the eve of a roof). The temperature sensor has a range of 330 feet. Any walls that the signal will have to pass through will reduce distance. An outdoor wall or window will ha v e up to 20 feet of resistance and an interior wall will have up to 10 feet of resistance. Your distance plus resistance should not exceed 330 feet in a straight line.

NOTE:

Fog and mist will not harm your temperature

sensor, but direct rain must be avoided.

DETAILED SETUP GUIDE

I. BATTERY INSTALLATION (When one Tempera-

ture sensor is being used)

1. First, insert the batteries to the Temperature sen-

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sor (see “A. Temperature sensor” below).

2. Within 2 minutes of powering up the sensor, insert the batteries to the Weather Station (see “B. Wire- less Weather station” below). Once the batteries are in place, all segments of the LCD will light up briefly. Following the indoor temperature and the time as 12:00 will be displayed, and the signal reception icon will flash. If they are not shown in LCD after 60 seconds, remove the batteries and wait for at least 60 seconds before reinserting them. Once the indoor data is displayed user may proceed to the next step.

3. After the batteries are inserted, the Weather Station will start receiving data signal from the sensor. The outdoor temperature should then be displayed on the Weather Station. If this does not happen after 2 minutes, the batteries will need to be removed from both units and reset from step 1.

A. TEMPERATURE SENSOR

1. Remove the Battery Cover.

2. Observing the correct polarity , install 2 “AAA” Alka-

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line Batteries-make sure they do not spring free, or start-up problems may occur.

3. Replace the Battery Cover.

Battery Compartment

B. WIRELESS WEATHER STA TION

Note:

After the batteries are installed, DO NOT press any buttons. This may interfere with the signals, causing temperatures to register incorrectly.

1. Remove the Battery Cover on the back of the Wire-

less Weather Station.

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Battery Cover

Remote Temperature Sensor (TX-25U)

2. Observing the correct polarity, install 2 “AA” Alka- line Batteries.

3. Replace Battery Cover.

4. Wait 15 minutes before pressing any buttons.

Battery Cover

Battery Compartment

Wireless Weather Station

Sensor Signal reception icon

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When the signal is successfully received by the

Weather Station, the icon will be switched on. (If not successful, the icon will not be shown in LCD) So the user can easily see whether the last reception was successful (icon on) or not (icon off). On the other hand, the short blinking of the icon shows that a reception is being done now.

FUNCTION KEYS

The simple design of this product features 2 keys.

SET/CH:

• Press and hold for 5 seconds to enter set-up mode.

• Press and release to toggle between channels.

MIN/MAX/+:

• Press and release to toggle between minimum, maximum, and current temperature values.

• Press and hold 5 seconds to reset all minimum and maximum recorded values.

• Press and release to advance hours and minutes.

• Press and release to toggle between 12 hour time and 24 hour time.

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OPERATIONS

12 OR 24 HOUR TIME SETTING

1. Press and hold the SET/CH button for 5 seconds.

2. “12h” will flash in the Time section of the LCD.

3. Press and release the MIN/MAX/+ button to toggle between 12 hour time and 24 hour time.

4. Press and release the SET/CH button to confirm selection and advance to the time setting.

Note:

Selecting 12 hour time will automatically select Fahrenheit (˚F) temperature. Selecting 24 hour time will automatically select Celsius (˚C) temperature.

TIME SETTING

1. Press and hold the SET button for 5 seconds.

2. “12h” or “24h” will appear flashing in the TIME sec-

tion of the LCD.

3. Press and release the SET/CH button once.

4. The hour will begin flashing.

5. Press and release the MIN/MAX/+ button to ad-

vance the hours.

6. Press and release the SET/CH button once more,

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and the minutes will begin to flash.

7. Press and release the MIN/MAX/+ button to advance the minutes.

8. Press and release the SET/CH button to confirm selection.

Note:

When in the 12-hour format “PM.” will appear to the left of the hour in the time LCD between the hours of noon and midnight.

OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE

The temperature received from the remote temperature sensor is viewed in the OUTDOOR LCD. When there is more than one remote temperature sensor unit in operation, a “boxed” number will appear to the right of the temperature. This indicates which remote temperature sensor unit (1, 2, or 3) is currently displaying its data in the OUTDOOR LCD. (This feature is explained in further detail in the section-Adding Remote Temperature Sensors).

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VIEWING MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERA TURE RECORDS

The WS-9029U keeps a record of the MINIMUM and MAXIMUM indoor and outdoor temperatures. To view minimum and maximum temperatures: press the MIN/MAX/+ button once. “MIN” appears in the bottom left of the LCD. The indoor and outdoor temperatures displayed when “MIN” appears are the minimum recorded values. The minimum records will display for 30 seconds before returning to the normal display mode. Press the min/max/+ button again (once while “MIN” is still displayed, twice otherwise). “MAX” appears in the bottom right of the LCD. The indoor and outdoor temperatures displayed when “MAX” appears are the maximum recorded values. The maximum records will display for 30 seconds before returning to the normal display mode. While “MAX” is still displayed press the MIN/MAX/+ button again to return to the current data display. Or you can wait 30 seconds, during either the minimum or the maximum readings, and the unit will automatically return to current data readings.

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RESETTING THE MIMIMUM AND MAXIMUM RECORDS

All the minimum and maximum records (minimum and maximum) will be reset after the MIN/MAX/+ button is pressed and held for 5 seconds.

OPTIONAL CHANNEL 2 TEMPERATURE PROBE

When the temperature probe is connected to the remote temperature sensor, the WS-9029U’s channel 1 will display the remote temperature sensor data, and channel 2 will display the temperature probe data. The remote temperature sensor data will always be displayed on the channel 1 and the temperature probe on the channel 2.

If the probe on remote temperature sensor is unplugged, the “probe channel” on WS-9029U LCD will show “—”, the remote temperature sensor displayed value will still be shown.

The probe can be connected to the remote temperature sensor anytime. There is no need to reset the units.

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The Weather Station will automatically detect the temperature probe and will display the temperature probe data in channel 2.

ADDING TEMPERATURE SENSORS (OPTIONAL)

The WS-9029U is able to receive signals from 2 remote temperature sensors (TX-25U). These e xtra sensors can be purchased through the same dealer as this unit

A. SET-UP OF MULTIPLE SENSORS

1. Remove all the batteries from the receiver and sensor(s) and wait 60 seconds. During these 60 seconds, press any button 20 times to discharge any excess power.

2. Insert the batteries to the first sensor.

3. Within 2 minutes of powering up the first sensor (T emperature sensor with probe), insert the batteries to the Weather Station. Once the batteries are in place, all segments of the LCD will light up briefly. Following the indoor temperature/humidity and the time as 12:00 will be displayed, and the signal re-

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ception icon will flash. If they are not shown in LCD after 60 seconds, remove the batteries and wait for at least 60 seconds before reinserting them.

4. The outdoor temperature from the first sensor (channel 1) should then be displayed on the Weather station. If this does not happen after 2 minutes, the batteries will need to be removed from both units and reset from step 1.

5. If the temperature probe has been used, the outdoor temperature from channel 2 will then be displayed. Otherwise, the outdoor temperature will display “—”.

Note:

The temperature probe from the first sensor will always occupy “channel 2”. Channel 2 can only be used for the temperature probe. If you choose not to use the temperature probe, Channel 2 will display “—”.

6. Insert the batteries to the second sensor as soon as the outdoor temperature readings from the first sensor are displayed on the Weather station.

NOTE:

You must insert the batteries into the

second sensor within 30 seconds of reception

of the first sensor.

7. The outdoor temperature from the second sensor and the “channel 3” icon should then be displayed on the Weather station. If this does not happen after 2 minute, the batteries will need to be removed from all the units and reset from step 1.

Note:

only the readings from the internal sensor of the second sensor will be displayed in “channel 3”

IMPORTANT:

setting for additional sensors is not followed as described above. Should transmission problems occur, it is necessary to remo ve the batteries from all units and start again the set-up from step 1.

B. VIEWING AND OPERATING WITH MULTIPLE

1. To view the temperature of a different remote tem-

T ransmission pr oblems will arise if the

TEMPERATURE SENSOR UNITS

perature sensor unit, press and release the SET/ CH button. A shift from one “boxed” number to the next should be observed in the OUTDOOR LCD.

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2. To determine which remote temperature sensor reading is displayed on the 3 channels, match the temperature displayed on each channel, with the corresponding temperature displayed on the LCD of each remote temperature sensor.

3. To view the Minimum/Maximum temperature: first select which remote temperature sensor to read data from (indicated by the “boxed” number), then press the SET/CH button. Pressing this button once will display the minimum temperature, and the date and time the data was recorded. Pressing this button a second time (while “MIN” is still displayed, otherwise press the button twice) will display the same data for the maximum recordings.

4. To reset the Minimum/Maximum readings, press and hold the MIN/MAX/+ button for 5 seconds, this will reset all the minimum and maximum data from all sensors.

MOUNTING

THE REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR

1. Remove the mounting bracket/stand from the tem-

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perature sensor.

2. Place the mounting bracket over the desired location.

3. The mounting bracket can attach to the sensor in the middle of the back or on the bottom.

4. Through the 3 screw holes of the bracket, mark the mounting surface with a pencil.

5. Screw mounting bracket onto the mounting surface. Ensure that the screws are flush with the bracket.

6. Inser t the remote temperature sensor into the bracket.

Back middle of sensor inserted into Mounting Bracket

Bottom of sensor inserted into Mounting Bracket

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THE WIRELESS WEATHER STATION

The wireless weather station can be mounted in 2 ways:

• with the table stand or,

• on the wall with the use of a wall hanging screw (not included).

A. USING THE TABLE STAND

The wireless weather station comes with the table stand attached. If you wish to use the table-stand all that is required is to pull out the table stand on the back of the receiver and place the receiver on a flat surface.

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B. WALL MOUNTING

1. Make sure the table stand is flush against the wireless weather station.

2. Fix a screw (not included) into the desired wall, leaving approximately 1/4 of an inch (5mm) extended from the wall.

3. Place the wireless weather station onto the screw using the hanging hole on the backside.

4. Gently pull the wireless weather station down to lock the screw into place.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTE:

For problems not solved, please contact La

Crosse T echnology.

Problem: Hour is incorrect (minute and date are correct) Solution:

Be sure correct time zone and daylight saving time settings are selected.

Problem: The LCD is faint Solution:

1. Set the LCD contrast to a higher number

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2. Replace batteries

Problem: No outdoor temperature is displayed. Solution:

1. Remove all batteries, reinsert into sensor first, then into the wireless weather station.

2. Place remote temperature sensor closer to wireless weather station.

3. Be sure all batteries are fresh.

4. Place remoter temperature sensor and wireless weather station in position so the straight-line signal is not passing through more than 2 or 3 walls.

Problem:

Temperatures do not match if units are placed next to each other.

Solution:

Each remote temperature sensor is manufactured to be accurate to within 1 degree plus or minus and under normal conditions, so two sensors could be as much as 2 degrees different. Ho wever, the difference can be exaggerated further because the sensors are designed

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for different working environments. The indoor sensor is less responsive to ambient air currents because of the shielding effect of the display’s case. In addition, the case can act as a heat sink to absorb and store heat from external sources (i.e. handling of the case or radiant heat). Also, the much greater range of the remote temperature sensor requires a different calibration curve than the indoor range. Error is usually greater at the extreme ends of a range, making it harder to compare different ranges with different curves. Under non-laboratory conditions, it is difficult to compensate for the above factors and obtain an accurate comparison.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• Extreme temperatures, vibration, and shock should be avoided to prevent damage to the units.

• Clean displays and units with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use solvents or scouring agents; they may mark the displays and casings.

• Do not submerge in water.

• Immediately remove all low powered batteries to

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avoid leakage and damage.

• Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to repair the unit. Contact La Crosse Technology for repairs.

SPECIFICATIONS

Temperature measuring range: Indoor: 14.1˚F to 139.8˚F with 0.2˚F resolution.

Outdoor: -39.8˚F to 139.8˚F with 0.2˚F resolution.

Indoor relative humidity measuring range: 1% to 99% with 1% resolution.

Indoor Temperature checking interval: Every 15 seconds. Outdoor Temperature checking interval (Remote Control Sender): Every 4 seconds. Transmission Range: 330 f eet (in open space). Power Supply: Weather Station: 2 x AA, IEC LR6, 1.5V. Temperature T ransmitter: 2 x AAA, IEC LR3, 1.5V.

“OFL” displayed if outside this range.

(“- -” displayed if outside this range .

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Battery life cycle: Approximately 24 months. Recommended battery type: Alkaline. Dimensions (L x W x H) Weather Station: 2.91" x 1.15" x 3.86"

Temperature Sensor: 1.44" x 0.76" x 4.80"

(74 x 29.1 x 98mm).

(36.6 x 19.3 x 121.8 mm)

WARRANTY INFORMATION

La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.

This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products purchased and used in North America and only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of

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purchase to La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center.

La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of La Crosse T echnology, Ltd and must be returned to La Crosse Technology, Ltd. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay all e xpenses for labor and materials for all repairs covered by this warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by this warranty, or if a product is examined which is not in need or repair, you will be charged for the repairs or examination. The owner must pa y any shipping charges incurred in getting your La Crosse Technology , Ltd product to a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay ground return shipping charges to the owner of the product to a USA address only.

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Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (including the lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance); (2) damage occurring during shipment (claims must be presented to the carrier); (3) damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or decorative surface; (4) damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner’s manual; (5) damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorized La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center; (6) units used for other than home use (7) applications and uses that this product was not intended or (8) the products inability to receive a signal due to any source of interference.. This warranty covers only actual defects within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation-related circumstances.

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LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to your State. Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you.

For warranty work, technical support, or information contact:

La Crosse Technology

2809 Losey Blvd. South

La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone: 608.782.1610

Fax: 608.796.1020

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