La Crosse Technology WS-7032UF User Manual

WS-7032U

Wireless 433 MHz

Miniature Weather Station

Instruction Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Topic Page

Inventory of Contents/Additional

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Equipment
Quick set-up guide 3
Battery installation 4-6
Features: 7-11

Indoor temperature 8
Weather Forecast icons & tendency

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arrows

Outdoor temperature 11
Mounting 11-14
Troubleshooting 15
Maintenance and Care instructions 16-17
Specifications 17-18
Warranty 19-21

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INVENTORY OF CONTENTS

1. WS-7032U—Weather Station.

2. TX2U—Remote Temperature
Transmitter.

3. Three each, ½” Philips screws.

4. One strip double-sided adhesive tape.

5. Instruction manual & Warranty card.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

1. Four fresh AAA 1.5V batteries.

2. One Philips screwdriver.

QUICK SET-UP GUIDE

1. Insert two AAA batteries into sensor.

2. Insert two AAA batteries into station.

3. Wait 10 minutes to ensure transmission
reception.

4. Mount units in desired locations.

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DETAILED SET-UP GUIDE

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I. BATTERY INSTALLATION

A. REMOTE TEMPERATURE

TRANSMITTER

1. Remove the battery cover. Place your
thumb over the two air-vent slots on the
face of the Remote
Temperature
Transmitter, push
down gently, slide
battery cover down
and off.

2. Observing the correct polarity, install 2
AAA batteries. The batteries will fit
tightly (to avoid start-up problems make
sure that they do not spring free during
installation).

3. Replace the battery cover.

attery

Cover

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B. WEATHER TEMPERATURE

STATION

1. Remove the
battery cover.
Pull up and out
from the slot
located in the
central position
of the battery
cover.

2. Observing the
correct
polarity, install 2 AAA batteries. The
batteries will fit tightly (to avoid start­up problems make sure that they do not
spring free during installation).

3. Replace the battery cover.

4. To switch between °F and °C, press the
°F/°C button on the back of the unit.

Note:

After the batteries have been installed

into the Weather Temperature Station the

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LCD segments should light up. Also within
3 minutes, the Outdoor Temperature should
be displayed in the OUTDOOR LCD. If any
of this does not occur, remove all batteries
and install them again—carefully observing
the polarity.

C. LOW-BATTERY & BATTERY

REPLACEMENT FEATURES

When the batteries become weak in the
Weather Temperature Station, a low
battery indicator (shaped as a battery)
appears in the LCD screen between the
Hour display and the Minute display.
When you replace the batteries in the
Weather Temperature Station, the LCD
screen will continue to display its stored
information for 20 seconds. This means
that if you can install the new batteries
within this 20-second time period you
do not need to program the Station
again.

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FEATURES

INDOOR LCD

OUTDOOR LCD

I. INDOOR TEMPERATURE

The Weather Temperature Station monitors the
temperature within its immediate proximity, and
displays this temperature (°F or °C) in the
INDOOR LCD. The temperature is monitored
as soon as the batteries are installed.

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II. WEATHER FORECAST

The weather forecasting feature is estimated to
be 75% accurate. The weather forecast is based
solely upon the change of air pressure over time.
The WS-7032U averages past air-pressure
readings to provide an accurate forecast—
causing a necessity to disregard all weather
forecasting for 12-24 hours after the unit has
been set-up, reset, or moved from one altitude to
another (i.e. from one floor of a building to
another). In areas where the weather is not
affected by the change of air pressure, this
feature will be less accurate.

A. WEATHER ICONS

There are 3 possible weather icons that will
be displayed in the FORECAST LCD:

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Sunny—indicates that the weather
is expected to improve (not that
the weather will be sunny).

Sun with Clouds—indicates that
the weather is expected to be
fair (not that the weather will be
sunny with clouds).

Clouds with Rain—indicates that
the weather is expected to get
worse (not that the weather will
be rainy).

The weather icons change when the unit
detects a change in air pressure. The icons
change in order from: “sunny” to “sun with
clouds” to “clouds with rain,” or the reverse.
It will not change from “sunny” directly to
“rainy,” although it is possible for the
change to occur quickly. If the symbols do
not change then the weather has not
changed, or the change has been too slow

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and gradual to register.

B. WEATHER TENDENCY ARROWS

Other possible displays in the FORECAST
LCD are 2 weather tendency arrows, one
that points up (under the forecast icons) and
one that points down (above the forecast
icons). These arrows reflect current changes
in the air pressure. An arrow pointing up
indicates that the air pressure is increasing
and the weather is expected to improve or
remain good, an arrow pointing down
indicates that the air pressure is decreasing
and the weather is expected to become
worse or remain poor. No arrow means the
pressure is stable.

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II. OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE

The Weather Temperature Station receives the
outdoor temperature (°F or °C) from the Remote
Temperature Transmitter, and the temperature
appears in the OUTDOOR LCD. The Remote
Temperature Transmitter makes a temperature
update every 1 minute, and transmits a new
temperature to the Weather Temperature Station
3 times every 10 minutes.

MOUNTING

Note:

Extreme and sudden changes in
temperature will decrease the accuracy of the
Weather Temperature Station, and changes in
elevation will result with inaccurate weather
forecasting for the next 12 to 24 hours. These
changes will require a 12 to 24 hour wait before
obtaining reliable data. To achieve a true
temperature reading, avoid mounting where
direct sunlight can reach the Remote Temperature
Transmitter. We recommend that you mount the
Remote Temperature Transmitter on a North-

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facing wall. The sending range is 80ft (25m)—
obstacles such as walls, concrete, and large metal
objects can reduce the range. Place both units in
their desired location, and wait approximately 10
minutes before permanently mounting to ensure
that there is proper reception. The Weather
Temperature Station should display a temperature
in the OUTDOOR LCD within 3 minutes of
setting-up.

I. THE REMOTE TEMPERATURE

TRANSMITTER

The Remote Temperature Transmitter can be
mounted in two ways:

• with the use of screws, or

• using the adhesive tape.

A. MOUNTING WITH SCREWS

1. Remove the mounting bracket from the
Remote Temperature Transmitter. The
bracket should snap off easily.

2. Place the mounting bracket over the

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desired location. Through the three
screw holes of the bracket, mark the
mounting surface with a pencil.

3. Where marked, start the screw holes
into the mounting surface.

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

5. Snap the Remote Temperature
Transmitter onto the mounted bracket.

B. MOUNTING WITH ADHESIVE TAPE

1. With a nonabrasive solution, clean and
dry the back of the mounting bracket
and the mounting surface to ensure a
secure hold. The mounting surface
should be smooth and flat.

2. Remove the protective strip from one
side of the tape. Adhere the tape to the
designated area on the back of the
mounting bracket.

3. Remove the protective strip from the
other side of the tape. Position the

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Remote Temperature Transmitter in the
desired location, ensuring that the
Weather Temperature Station can
receive the signal.

II.

THE WEATHER STATION

The Weather Station can be mounted on the wall
with the use of a wall hanging screw (not
included).

A. WALL MOUNTING

1. Place a screw (not included) into an
appropriate wall, leaving approximately
3/16 of an inch (5mm) extended from
the wall.

2. Place the Weather Station onto the
screw using the hanging hole on the
backside. Gently pull the Station down
to lock the screw into place.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem: No outdoor temperature is displayed.
Solution: 1) Remove all batteries—wait 30

seconds—then reinsert into transmitter
first, then into the station.

2) Place transmitter closer to station.

3) Be sure there are no obstructing
objects.

4) Be sure all batteries are fresh.

Problem: The LCD screens are faint/dim.
Solution: Replace batteries.
Problem: °C is displayed instead of °F (or reverse)
Solution: Press the °F/°C button on back of station.

Note:

For problems not solved, please contact

La Crosse Technology.

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• Extreme and sudden temperature changes,
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 avoid leakage and damage.

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

Temperature measuring range

Indoor:

32°F to 104°F with 0.2°F
resolution: (0°C to 40°C with

0.1°C resolution). “OFL”
displayed if outside this range.

Outdoor:

-21.9°F to 157.9°F with 0.2°F
resolution: (-29.9°C to 69.9°C
with 0.1°C resolution). “OFL”
displayed if outside this range.

Temperature checking intervals

Indoor: Every 10 seconds.
Outdoor: 3 times every 10 minutes.
Transmitting

433.92 MHz
frequency:
Temperature
transmitting

Maximum 80ft (25m): in open
space and free from interference.

range:

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Power Source

Weather
Station:
Transmitter: 2 x AAA, 1.5V (IEC LR3)

Dimensions (L x W x H)

Weather
Station:
Transmitter: 2.32 x 0.83 x 2.56in. (59 x 21 x

2 x AAA, 1.5V (IEC LR3)

2.95 x 0.83 x 7.28in. (75 x 21 x

185 mm)

65mm)

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

La Crosse Technology provides a 1-year warranty on
this weather station. Contact La Crosse Technology
immediately upon discovery of any defects covered
by this warranty.

Before sending the Weather Station in for repairs,
contact La Crosse Technology. The Weather Station
will be repaired or replaced with the same or similar
model.

This warranty does not cover any defects resulting
from improper use, unauthorized repairs, faulty
batteries, or the Weather Stations inability to receive
a signal due to any source of interference.

LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY WILL NOT
ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER
SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE
OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS
WEATHER STATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT
TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR

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FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT
IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF CHILDRE’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

700 East Main Street

Spring Grove, MN 55974

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

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e-mail:

[e-mail]

(warranty work)

[e-mail]

(information on other products)

web:

www.lacrossetechnology.com

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