Solar
panels
Model WS-6020U
Solar Station
QUICK SETUP GUID E
MIN/MAX key
Battery cover
Wall
mount
location
Solar-powered Transmitter:
Remote transmission
of outdoor temperature
to the Solar Station by
915 MHz signals
LCD displays the
outdoor temperature
data
Recharge batteries by
solar-powered cells
Solar panel
Wall mounting case
Note:
The solar-powered temperature transmitter
uses solar cells to charge the rechargeable
batteries (2 x AAA rechargeable batteries;
included).
Those rechargeable batteries cannot be
replaced.
SOLAR TRANSMITTER OPER A TIO N MODE S
Important:
Users need to press the reset key to activate
the solar transmitter and link the transmission
to the Solar Station (receiver).
It is important to allow sufficient light to reach the
solar panel while activating the solar transmitter.
Make sure the lights are on in the setup room and
the solar panel is facing a 60W light bulb or
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brighter - do not cover with hands or other
objects.
Solar transmitter RESET key:
The solar transmitter has 3 operations modes:
Normal Operation Mode:
This mode occurs when the battery voltage
The transmitter will measure and transmit the
The environment brightness is checked
If a dark environment is detected, it will
If the battery voltage is dropped lower than
RESET key
Note: only use a small pointed pen to press
the RESET key to re-active the transmitter into
Normal Operation Mode.
is higher than 2.5V.
temperature data to the wall clock every 8
seconds.
every 5 seconds
measure and transmit the temperature every
16s.
2.8V, it will measure and transmit the
temperature every 16s
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If battery voltage is dropped lower than 2.4V,
will go into Idle mode.
If the solar transmitter is placed into a dark
environment for 72 hours, will goes into Stop
mode.
If the user cover the solar cell for 10 seconds
and press the reset button, "StP" will be
displayed on the LCD. Then the transmitter
enters STOP mode.
Idle Operation Mode:
This mode occurs when the battery voltage
drops lower than 2.4V.
LCD is turned off.
Does not perform temperature measurement
and transmission.
The environment brightness is checked
every 5 seconds.
If battery voltage is raised higher than 2.5V,
the unit will go into Normal mode.
If the solar transmitter is placed into a dark
environment for 72 hours, the unit will go into
Stop mode.
Stop Operation Mode:
This mode occurs when the solar transmitter
is placed into a dark environment for 72
hours, or the user covers the solar cell for 10
seconds and presses the RESET button.
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The transmitter is in a standby state. It does
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not perform any operation and the LCD is off.
Under a bright condition, press the reset
button to wake up the transmitter into normal
operation mode (battery voltage is higher
than 2.5V)
The most power saving mode.
TO INSTALL / REPLACE BATTERY IN THE
SOLAR STATION
The Solar Station can use either the included 2 x
alkaline rechargeable battery (charged by solar
panel; included) or 2 x AA alkaline battery (nonrechargeable; not included).
INITIAL SETUP
It is very important to follow these steps:
1. First, remove the label covering over the
battery compartment on the back.
2. Open the battery compartment, and MAKE
SURE that the battery switch is in the
position (not the SOLAR
BATTERY
position).
Battery switch in the BATTERY position
3. Now locate the battery insulator tab, and
gently pull to remove it.
4. Slide the battery switch to the SOLAR
position
5. Battery switch in the S OLAR
6. Continue to section titled “Setup After
position
Changing/Installing the Battery in the
Solar Station”
TO INSTALL / REPLACE BATTERY IN THE
SOLAR STATION
The included alkaline rechargeable batteries
should provide you with many years of service. If
your batteries need to be replaced, we suggest
you use 2 fully charged the AA Alkaline.
Rechargeable batteries should be fully charged
before inserting into clock. Alkaline rechargeable
batteries must be used.
If you choose to use non-rechargeable batteries,
the battery switch MUST be moved to the
BATTERY
position (not the SOLAR position). In
this position, the solar cells do not charge the
batteries.
REGARDLESS OF THE TYPE OF BATTERIES
INSTALLED, THE BATTERY SWITCH MUST
BE
IN THE BATTERY POSITION WHEN THE
BATTERIES ARE INSERTED.
If rechargeable batteries are used, the Battery
switch should be moved to the SOLAR position
it is has been inserted.
AFTER
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To use non-rechargeable alkaline batteries:
1. Remove the included rechargeable AA
batteries from the compartment.
2. Use the switch to select the alkaline battery
(see below).
3. Insert the batteries into the compartment,
observing the correct polarity (see marking
inside battery compartment.
4. Replace battery cover
Note: For best performance, batteries should be
replaced at least once every 2 years to maintain
the best running accuracy. Ensure that the
batteries used are new and the correct size.
Battery cove
Use switch to
select which type
of battery will be
used before
inserting the
battery into the
compartment
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Rechargeable Alkaline
battery switch position
SETUP AFTER CHANGING/REPLACING THE
BATTERY IN THE SOLAR STATION
1. After powering up the Solar Station, all LCD
2. Next, the Solar Station will start receiving
3. The distance between the Solar Station and
Please help in the preservation of the
environment and return used batteries to
an authorized depot.
Primary Alkaline
battery switch position
segments will light up briefly and it will show
the indoor temperature and humidity data.
data signal from the solar transmitter. The
outdoor temperature data should then be
displayed on the Solar Station. If this does
not happen after 2 minutes, the batteries will
need to be removed from both units and
reset from step 1.
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the transmitter should not be more than 200
feet (60m) to ensure sufficient 915 MHz
transmission. (See notes on “Positioning”
and “915 MHz Reception”).
Note:
When changing the battery:
1. Be careful that it does not spring free
from the contacts.
2. Press any button 20 times with the
battery removed.
3. Always wait at least 10 minutes after
removing battery before re-inserting;
otherwise start up problems may occur.
STOP MODE
If the Solar Station is placed in a dark environment
for 72 hours continually, the station will go to the
stop mode:
The Solar Station will not perform any
operation and the LCD will also be OFF.
Users need to press the MIN/MAX key to
wake up the Solar Station.
MIN/MAX: Press and release the MIN/MAX
button to view:
Outdoor Temperature minimum
and maximum.
Indoor temperature minimum and
maximum.
Outdoor minimum Temperate and
Indoor humidity.
RESET MIN/MAX: Press and hold the
MIN/MAX button for 5 seconds to reset the
indoor and outdoor minimum and maximum
temperatures to current temperatures
915MHZ RECEPTION CHE CK F O R
OUTDOOR SOLAR TRANSMITTER
The Solar Station will receive the outdoor data
every 48 seconds. If the temperature data is not
received 2 minutes after setting up (or the display
shows “- - -”), then please check the following
points:
1. The distance of the Solar Station or outdoor
transmitter should be at least 6 feet (2
meters) away from any interfering sources
such as computer monitors or TV sets.
2. Avoid placing the receiver onto or in the
immediate proximity of metal window frames.
3. Using other electrical products such as
headphones or speakers operating on the
same signal frequency (915MHz) may
prevent correct signal transmission and
reception.
4. Neighbors using electrical devices operating
on the 915MHz signal frequency can also
cause interference.
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Note: When the 915 MHz signal is received
correctly, do not re-open the battery cover of the
Solar Station, as the batteries may spring free from
the contacts and force a false reset. Should this
happen accidentally then reset all units (see “TO
INSTALL / REPLACE BATTERY IN THE SOLAR
STATION” and “INITIAL SETUP” above) otherwise
transmission problems may occur.
The maximum transmission range is 200 feet (60
meters) from the outdoor transmitter to the Solar
Station (in open space). However, this depends on
the surrounding environment and interference
levels. If no reception is possible despite the
observation of these factors, all system units have
to be reset (see “TO INSTALL / REPLACE
BATTERY IN THE SOLAR STATION” and
“INITIAL SETUP”).
POSITIONING THE SOLAR STATION:
Before permanently mounting, ensure that the
Solar Station is able to receive 915 Mhz signals
from the desired location. In addition, the Solar
Clock should be placed in a bright environment for
the rechargeable batteries to be able to recharge.
There are two possible ways to mount the Solar
Station
use of the stand, or
wall mounting
WALL MOUNTING
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1. Install a mounting screw (not
included) into a wall—leaving
approximately 3/16 of an inch
(5mm) extended from the
wall.
2. Place the Solar Station onto
the screw, using the hanging
hole on the backside. Gently
pull the Solar Station down to
Note: Always ensure that the Solar Station locks
onto the screw before releasing.
POSITIONING THE SOLAR TRANSMITTER:
It is important to place the solar transmitter in a
bright environment for the rechargeable batteries
to be able to recharge.
The solar transmitter can be placed onto
any flat surface or wall mounted using the
bracket which doubles as a stand or wall
mount base.
To wall mount: Secure the bracket onto
a desired wall using the screws and
plastic anchors.
Clip the solar transmitter onto the bracket.
Note: The mounting surface can affect the
transmission range. If, for instance, the unit is
lock the screw into place.
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attached to a piece of metal, it may then either
reduce or increase the transmitting range. For this
reason, we recommend not to place the unit on
any metal surfaces or in any position where a large
metal or highly polished surface is in the
immediate vicinity (garage doors, double glazing,
etc.). Before securing in place, please ensure that
the Solar Clock can receive the 915MHz signal
from the solar transmitter at the positions that you
wish to place them.
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 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 Technology, Ltd
and must be returned to La Crosse Technology, Ltd.
Replacement par ts and products assume t h e
remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days,
whichever is longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will
pay all expenses 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 pay any shipping charges incurred in
getting your La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a
La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center.
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.
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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.
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
2817 Losey Blvd. S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
The complete instruction manual is available at:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support
Le manuel d'instruction complet est disponible sur:
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www.lacrossetechnology.com
El manual de instrucciones completo está
disponible en: www.lacrossetechnology.com
support
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.
FCC ID: OMO-M-09 (transmitter)
FCC DISCLAIMER
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 interferen ce that may cause undesired
operation.
/ support
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Statement according to FCC part 15.21:
Modifications not expressly approved by this company
could void 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 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
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
and receiver.
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
technician for help
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Printed in China
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