La Crosse Technology TX60U-IT-D User Manual
TX60U-IT-D
Wireless 915 MHz
Temperature and Humidity Sensor with Dry Probe
www.weatherdirect.com
TX60U-IT sensor measures:
(A) Ambient air temperature and humidity (Channel 1)
(B) Probe temperature (Channel 2): Use t he included 6 Ft. detachable, dry
temperature probe to measure soil, or t he conditions inside of a refrigerator or
server room.
The TX60U-IT sensor sends the collected outdoor temperature and humidity
measurements to your existing Weather Dire ct® Gateway (not included) with a
wireless range over 200 Ft. (60.96 m). The Weather Direct® Gateway uses your
high-speed Internet connection to upload the temperature and humidity
measurement log to your included www.weatherdirect.com account. Login to
your account and view your temperature and humidity measurement log
anywhere in the world with an Internet connection.
LCD
Button
(A)
Optional
(B)
external probe
This socket is ONLY
for the external probe.
DO NOT insert
power plug into it.
PACKAGE LIST OF CONTENTS
1. One TX60U-IT wireless temperature & humidity sensor with det achable
dry probe (6 foot).
2. Weather Direct® Gateway
3. AC Adapter
4. LAN cable
5. Mounting hardware
6. Instruction manual
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (NOT INCLUDED)
Two fresh AAA, IEC LR03, 1.5V Alkaline batteries
PC with high speed Internet to config ure the TX60U-IT sensor
IMPORTANT SETUP & OPERATION NOTES
The TX60U-IT sensor should be placed in a dry, shaded area. Please
avoid a location with direct sun, as that will cause incorrect readings.
Fog and mist will not harm the TX60U-IT sensor but direct rain must be
avoided. Note: Exposing the TX60U-IT sensor case to extr eme humidity
may temporarily disrupt data. The sensor case reads humidit y, but should
not be ‘submerged’ in water.
The TX60U-IT sensor has a wireless range of 200 f eet (60.96 m). Keep
in mind that the 200 ft range equates to open air with no obstructions, and
that radio waves DO NOT curve around objects. Actual transmission
range will vary depending on what is in the path of the signal. Each
obstruction (roof, walls, floors, ceilings, thick trees, etc.) will effectively cut
signal range in half.
Example: If the TX60U-IT Sensor, with a 2 00 feet (60.96 m) range, is
mounted on an exterior wall, the signal must then pass through one
exterior wall, one interior wall, and across the 10 f eet (3 m) width of the
room between the 2 walls to reach the Weather Direct® Gateway. The
first wall will reduce the range to 100 feet (30.48 m), and the second wall
will reduce the range to 50 feet (15.24 m). Factoring in the 10 foot room,
this leaves a maximum of 40 feet (12.2 m) of remaining signal r ange.
This allowance is typically enough for a frame wall with non-metallic
siding; however certain materials can reduce range even further. Metal
siding, stucco, and some types of glass can reduce signal range by as
much as ¾ or more compared to the ½ reduction t ypic al of most
obstructions. It is possible to receive a signal through these materials,
however maximum range will be much less due to their tendency to
absorb or reflect a much larger por t ion of the sensor’s signal.
The TX60U-IT sensor measures and updates the temperature and
humidity on the LCD every 6 seconds. Note: The new measurement is
reported to the computer at intervals that you s elect using your online
account. Your online account will be updated with the new measur ements
based on the time interval that you select.
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
WEATHER DIRECT® ACCOUNT
To register your TX60 and gateway, you must have a Weather Direct® account.
If you already have an account with us, you can skip ahead to the GATEWAY
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS.
If you do not have a Weather Direct® account, you must sign up f or one at
www.weatherdirect.com. The account is free of charge, and will allow you setup
any number of gateway and Weather Direct® products from your one login.
Once you have completed the online Weather Direct ® account setup, you will
then need to register your Weather Direct® Gateway. If you already have a
Weather Direct® Gateway registered to your account, you can skip to the
section named TX60 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS.
If you do not have a Gateway registered to your account, follow the GATEWAY
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS immediately below.
GATEWAY SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Connect the Gateway to an available LAN port on your network router
with the LAN cable (included) and then power up the Gateway with the AC
Adapter (included).
*Your network router may look different than the diagram. Locate an available
port on your router and plug in the included LAN cable. If you do not have a
router, please visit www.weatherdirect.com/router.
Step 2: Place the TX60 sensor 3 to 10 feet away from the Ga t eway duri ng
registration. (Registration may fail i f the TX60 is too close or too far from t he
Gateway.)
Step 3: Log into your Weather Direct® account at www.weatherdirect.com and
click “REGISTER” (top of page).
Step 4: Follow the instructions online to regist er the Gateway. The website will
confirm registration.
TX60 SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
After successful online Weather Direct® Gateway registration, you will use the
following steps to "connect" both devices:
Step 1: Please make sure the TX60U-IT
sensor is 3 to 10 feet away from the
Gateway during the registration process.
Registration may fail if the device is too
close or too far from the Gateway.
Step 2: Install batteries into the TX60U-IT
sensor. (See “Battery Installation”)
Step 3: Press and release the button on the
TX60U-IT Sensor.
Step 4: Press and release the button on the
Weather Direct® Gateway.
Step 5: Wait approximately 10 seconds for the two devices to make a
connection. The LED on the TX60U-IT sensor will turn ON to signal that it is
trying to connect to the Gateway.
Step 6: The LED on the TX60U-IT Wireless sensor will turn OFF once the
device is successfully connected to the Gateway.
Note: You may need to repeat Steps 3 and 4. Wait at least 10-20 seconds before repeating.
Step 7: The channel number for connection will briefly display on the TX60U-IT
LCD and the LED will light up for approximately 5 seconds. Then, the LCD will
alternate the measurement values for channel 1 and 2:
o CHANNEL 1: Measurement received by the internal temperature and
humidity sensor within the sensor body.
o CHANNEL 2: Measurement received by the optional external temperature
probe. "nC" will be displayed if no probe is attac hed.
Note: If registration fails, t he LCD on the TX60U-IT will display “1” and LED will
continue to blink in sets of three. If this happens, please return to Step 3 to
restart the setup process.
Step 8: Log in to your account on www.weatherdirect.com and follo w the online
instructions to complete the registration and configure the TX60U-IT sensor so
that you may begin collecting measurement logs. You may select your desired
transmission period (2, 5, 10, 20 minutes) and input your alarm settings for
temperature and humidity.
Note: To delete or reset the TX60U-IT sensor from your account, press and
hold the button on the sensor until the LCD displays a full segment and then
delete the record in your Weather Direc t® account. WARNING: If you do this,
you will have to re-register your device.
OPTIONAL TEMPERATURE PROBE
If the optional probe for the TX60U-IT sensor is unplugged, the LCD on the
TX60U-IT sensor will display "nC" for the CHANNE L 2 r eading. The probe can
be plugged into the TX60U-IT sensor at anytime without res etting the units.
AUTOMATIC SPREADSHEET CREATION OF MEASUREMENT LOG
Once the TX60U-IT sensor is set up on your www.weatherdirect.com account
and is building a measurement log, you can download the dat a to your
computer in the form of a spreadsheet. You have the option to ei ther: "save the
file to your hard drive" or "open it directly from the website". You must have an
application on your computer that supports M icrosoft® Excel formatted files for
this option to work. No subscription required. Please refer to
www.weatherdirect.com for more information.
1 YEAR OF NOTIFICATIONS IS INCLUDED WITH INITIAL SENSOR
ACTIVATION ON YOUR WWW.WEATHERDIRECT.COM ACCOUNT:
Once the TX60U-IT sensor is set up on your www.weatherdirect.com account,
you may choose to activate the optional cell phone / e-mail not ifications:
(1) If temperature or humidity exceed your defined range
(2) If connection is lost
(3) If batteries are low
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Remove the battery cover by sliding the cover down.
2. Observing the correct polarity install 2 AAA, Alkaline batteries. The
batteries will fit tightly (to avoid start-up problems make sure they do not
spring free).
3. Replace the battery cover by sliding upwards. Be sure battery cover is o n
securely.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
When batteries are low, the low battery indic at o r shows up on the LCD. You will
receive an e-mail or cellular notification ( if notifications have been configured)
when the battery power of the TX60U-IT sensor is low. Change the batteries
immediately.
Note: The LED turns ON briefly after changing batteries. However, the LED
turns OFF if there is no Weather Direct ® Gateway connected. The previously
stored information in the TX60U-IT sensor will not be affected or cancelled
while you change the batteries.
MOUNTING
THE TX60U-IT TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY SENSOR
The TX60U-IT sensor can be mounted onto a wall with the use of sc rews
MOUNTING WITH SCREWS
1. Remove the mounting bracket from the
TX60U-IT sensor.
2. Place the mounting bracket over the desired
location.
3. Mark the mounting surface with a pencil
through the two screw holes of the bracket,.
4. Screw the mounting bracket onto the
mounting surface. Ensure that the screws
are tight against the bracket .
5. Insert the TX60U-IT sensor into the brac ket .
TABLE STANDING AND OTHER MOUNTING OPTIONS
With the mounting bracket installed at the bottom
or on the top of the TX60U-IT sensor, the us er can
place it on any flat surface.
Note: Before permanently fixing the TX60U-IT sensor wall base,
place all units in the desired locations to check that the outdoor
temperature & humidity readings are receivable. In event t hat the
signal is not received, relocate the TX60U-IT sensor or move them
slightly as this may help the signal reception.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Extreme temperatures, vibration, and shock should be avoided to prevent
damage to the units.
Clean displays and units with a soft, damp clot h. Do not use solvents or
scouring agents; they may mark the displays and casings.
Do not submerge the sensor case in water.
Avoid kinking the temperature probe cable.
Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage and damage.
Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do n ot try to repair the unit.
Contact La Crosse Technology® for repairs.
SPECIFICATIONS
Data measuring range:
The device sensor:
Temperature range: -40 °F to 140°F with 0.2°F resolution
“OFL” displayed if outside this range.
Humidity measuring range: 3% to 99%
Transmission range: 200 feet (60.96 m) in open space
The probe se nsor:
Temperature range: -40 °F to 140°F with 0.2°F resolution
“OFL” displayed if outside this range, and
displayed “nC” if no connection.
Power Supply:
Temperature transmitter: 2 x AAA, IEC LR03, 1.5V
Battery life cycle: Approximately 24 months
Recommended battery type: Alkaline
Dimensions (H x W x D):
5.23" x 0.76" x 1.44"
WARRANTY INFORMATION
La Crosse Technology, Lt d provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
This limited warranty begins on the original d ate 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 servic e can only be performed by a La
Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. The original dated bill of sal e must be
presented upon request as proof of purchase to La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse
Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or repla ce this product, at our option and at no charge
as stipulated herein, w ith 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 Technology, 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 expenses for labor and
materials for all repair s covered by this warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by thi s
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 pay any shipp ing 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 charg es to the owner of
the product to a USA address only.
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 necessar y maintenance); (2) damage occurring
during shipment (claims must be presented to the ca rrier); (3 ) dam a ge to , or de te riora t ion of ,
any accessory or deco rative 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 sel ler or performance variations
resulting from instal lation-related circumstances.
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 ex clusion of consequential or incidental damages
therefore the above exclus ion of limitation may not apply to you.
For warranty work, technical support, or infor mation, please contact:
FCC DISCLAIMER
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
All rights reserved. This handbook must not be reproduced in any form, even in excerpts , or
duplicated or processed using electronic, mechanical or chemical procedures without written
permission of the publisher.
This handbook may contain mistakes and printing errors. The information in this handbook is
regularly checked and corrections made in the next issue. We accept no liability for technical
mistakes or printing errors, or their consequences.
All trademarks and patents are acknowledged.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2809 Losey Blvd. S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
For online contact / support / e-mail:
www.weatherdirect.com/help/
For online setup and registration:
www.weatherdirect.com
For online product information:
www.weatherdirect.com/tx60d
(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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