Oregon BAR289 User Manual

Jumbo Weather Station with Remote Control

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Model: BAR289

User Manual

Jumbo Weather Station

with Remote Control

Model: BAR289

User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Jumbo
Weather Station with Remote Control (BAR289). This
powerful device bundles time keeping, weather forecast,
indoor and outdoor temperature, with remote control
facility, into a single tool you can use from the
convenience of your home.

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CONTENTS

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

Introduction .............................................................. 1

Product Overview .................................................... 2

Front View .............................................................. 2

Back View .............................................................. 2

LCD Display ...........................................................3

Remote Control (RE289) - Front View ...................3

Remote Control (RE289) - Back View ................... 4

Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) - Front View ........... 4

Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) - Back View ............4

Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) - LCD Display ......... 4

Getting Started ......................................................... 5

Batteries ................................................................. 5

Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) ...................................5

Sensor Set Up ....................................................... 5

Sensor Data Transmission .................................... 6

Select Sensor Channel .......................................... 6

Search for Sensor ..................................................6

Clock and Calendar ................................................. 6

Radio-Controlled Clock ..........................................6

Turn Radio-Controlled Clock ON / OFF .................6

Set Clock ............................................................... 6

Switch Clock Display ............................................. 7

Hourly Chime ......................................................... 7

Alarm ......................................................................... 7

View Alarm Settings ............................................... 7

Set Alarm ............................................................... 7

Activate Alarm ........................................................ 7

Silence Alarm ......................................................... 7

Weather Forecast ..................................................... 8

Weather Forecast Icons ......................................... 8

Temperature.............................................................. 8

Maximum / Minimum Records ............................... 8

Select Measurement Unit ...................................... 8

Backlight ................................................................... 8

Reset System ........................................................... 8

Remote Control (RE289) ..........................................8

Safety and Care ........................................................ 9

Warnings ...................................................................9

Troubleshooting .......................................................9

Specifications ...........................................................9

About Oregon Scientific ........................................ 10

EC-Declaration of Conformity ...............................10

In this box, you will find:

• Main unit (BAR289)

• Remote control (RE289)

• Remote sensor (RTHR328N)

• Main unit batteries, 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

• Remote control batteries, 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V

• Remote sensor batteries, 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

The THGR328N (5-Channel) and THR228N

NOTE

(3-Channel) remote sensors are also compatible with
this weather station. If you purchase the THGR328N
sensor, the humidity reading will not show on the
BAR289. Additional sensors are sold separately. Please
contact your local stockist for more information.

Keep this manual handy as you use your new product.
It contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well
as technical specifications and warnings you should
know.

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FRONT VIEW

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BACK VIEW

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1. CHANNEL: Switch remote sensor display

2. MEMORY: View current, maximum and minimum
temperature readings

3. MODE / LIGHT: Change settings / display; activate

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backlight

4. LCD display

5. Infrared window

6. ALARM: View alarm status; set alarm

7. UP / DOWN: Increase / decrease setting; activate /

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deactivate radio-controlled clock

1. Wall mount

2. Table stand

3. Battery compartment: Uses 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

4. RESET hole

5. °C / °F button

6. Ventilation holes

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5

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LCD DISPLAY

Outdoor Temperature Area

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1. Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area: Radio-controlled
clock; alarm; calendar

2. Indoor Temperature Area: Maximum, minimum,
and current readings

3. Weather Forecast Area: Animated weather forecast

4. Outdoor Temperature Area: Maximum, minimum,
and current readings; sensor channel number

Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area

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1. Time Zone Hour Offset

2. Time / date / calendar

3. Channel number 1-5

4. RF clock reception

5. Backlight function is deactivated
(under low battery condition)

6. Alarm setting display

7. Alarm is activated

8. Low battery icon for main unit

9. Hourly chime icon

Indoor Temperature Area

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2

1. Outdoor temperature - °C / °F

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2. Channel number (1-5) / reception status

3. Low battery icon for remote sensor

4. MAX / MIN temperature

REMOTE CONTROL (RE289) - FRONT VIEW

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1. Infrared signal transmitter

2.

: Activates snooze and backlight on

the main unit

3. CHANNEL: Switch remote sensor display

4.

: View alarm status; set alarm

5. MEMORY: View current, maximum and minimum
temperature readings

6.

/ : Increase / decrease setting; activate /

deactivate radio-controlled clock

7. MODE: Change settings / display

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2

1. Indoor temperature - °C / °F

2. Indoor icon

3. MAX / MIN temperature

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REMOTE CONTROL (RE289) - BACK VIEW

REMOTE SENSOR (RTHR328N) - BACK VIEW

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2
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1. Battery compartment: Uses 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V

REMOTE SENSOR (RTHR328N) - FRONT VIEW

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1. LCD display

2. LED status indicator

3. Ventilation duct

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1. Wall mount

2. CHANNEL switch (1-5)

3. RESET

4. °C / °F

5. SEARCH

6. EU / UK radio signal format switch

7. Battery compartment

8. Fold-out stand

REMOTE SENSOR (RTHR328N) - LCD DISPLAY

1. Reception

2. Channel number (1-5)

3. Low battery indicator

4. Time

5. Temperature - °C or °F

6. Temperature reading

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GETTING STARTED

BATTERIES

Batteries are supplied with this product:

• Main unit 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

• Remote control 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V

• Remote sensor 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity
as shown in the battery compartment. For best results,
install batteries in the remote sensor before the main
unit. Press RESET after each battery change.

To install the main unit batteries:

To install the remote control batteries:

SENSOR SET UP

1. Open the battery compartment with a small Phillips
screwdriver and insert the batteries matching the
polarity (+ and -) as shown below.

2. Set the channel by pressing the CHANNEL button
to the required number. If you are using more than
one sensor, select a different channel for each
sensor.

3. Slide the EU / UK switch to the setting which best
suits your location.

4. Press RESET.

5. Place the sensor near the main unit.

6. Press SEARCH to manually initiate signal sending
between the sensor and the main unit. The reception
icon on the main unit will blink for approximately
3 minutes while it is searching for the sensor. (Refer
to the "Sensor Data Transmission" section for more
information.)

7. Press the °C / °F button to select the setting you want.

8. Close the remote sensor battery compartment.

9. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount or table stand.

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NOTE

Do not use rechargeable batteries.

shows when batteries are low.

UNIT

LOCATION

Main Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area

Remote Sensor Outdoor Temperature Area

NOTE

It is recommended that you use alkaline

batteries with this product for longer performance.

REMOTE SENSOR (RTHR328N)

This product is shipped with the RTHR328N Remote
Sensor. The main unit can collect data from up to
5 sensors.

The THGR328N and THR228N sensors are also
compatible with this weather station. (Additional sensors
are sold separately. Contact your local stockist for more
information.)

The RTHR328N sensor collects temperature readings
and signals from official time-keeping organizations for
the radio-controlled clock.

To fold out the stand:

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For best results:

• Insert the batteries and select the unit, channel, and
radio signal format before you mount the sensor.

• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.

• Do not place the sensor more than 30 metres
(100 feet) from the main (indoor) unit.

• Position the sensor so that it faces the main (indoor)
unit, minimizing obstructions such as doors, walls,
and furniture.

• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view to
the sky, away from metallic or electronic objects.

• Position the sensor close to the main unit during cold
winter months as below-freezing temperatures may
affect battery performance and signal transmission.

The transmission range may vary and is subject

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to the receiving range of the main unit.

You may need to experiment with various locations to
get the best results.

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SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION

Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 60 Seconds. The
reception icon shown in the Outdoor Temperature Area
indicates the status.

ICON DESCRIPTION

Main unit is searching for
sensors.

At least 1 channel has been
found.

Sensor 1 is sending data. (The
number shows which sensor is
selected.)

--- shows in Temp
Area

The selected sensor cannot be
found. Search for the sensor or
check batteries.

SELECT SENSOR CHANNEL

Press CHANNEL on the main unit, to switch between
sensors 1-5.

The house icon shows the selected remote sensor.

To auto-scan between sensors, press and hold
CHANNEL for 2 seconds. Each sensor's data will be
displayed for 3 seconds.

To end auto-scan, press CHANNEL or MEMORY.

SEARCH FOR SENSOR

To search for a Thermo sensor, simultaneously press
and hold CHANNEL and MEMORY for 2 seconds.

NOTE

If the sensor is still not found, check the

batteries.

CLOCK AND CALENDAR

This product tracks the time and date based on radio­controlled signals from the RTHR328N remote sensor,
or manual settings that you enter.

• RF signal reception (

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How these signals work together:

ICON MEANING

The unit has contact with the
remote sensor and has
synchronized the time.

The unit has contact with the
remote sensor but the time has
not been synchronized.

The unit has lost contact with
the remote sensor but the time
is synchronized.

The unit has lost contact with
the remote sensor and the time
is not synchronized.

The unit cannot reach the
remote sensor.

To force a manual search for the RF clock

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reception, press and hold SEARCH on the sensor
(RTHR328N).

TURN RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK ON / OFF

If you wish to manually set the clock, you must first
disable the radio-controlled feature. To do this, make
sure you are not in Setting Mode, then press and hold
DOWN on the main unit for 2 seconds. To enable it,
hold UP for 2 seconds.

• When the RF clock is enabled this icon

will

appear on the display.

• When the RF clock is disabled this icon

will

NOT appear on the display.

SET CLOCK

You only need to do this if you have disabled the radio­controlled clock, or if you are too far from a RF signal.

1. Press and hold MODE / LIGHT for 2 seconds to enter
Setting Mode.

RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK

The time and date are automatically updated by radio­controlled clock signals from official time-keeping
organizations in Frankfurt (Germany) and Rugby
(England) unless you disable this feature. The signals
are collected by the remote sensor (RTHR328N)
whenever it is within 1500 km (932 miles) of a signal.

Initial reception takes 2-10 minutes, and is initiated when
you first set up the unit, and whenever you press RESET.
Once complete, the reception icon will stop blinking.

The reception icon

shown in the Clock Area

indicates 2 factors:

• Connection between the main unit and the sensor
that collects RF signals (

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2. The setting will blink to indicate it can now be changed.

3. Press UP or DOWN to change the setting.

4. Press MODE / LIGHT to confirm the setting and
move to the next one. The order of the settings is:
time zone hour offset (+ / -23 hours), 12 / 24 hour
format, hour, minute, year, date / month format,
month, date, display language and hourly chime
(ON / OFF).

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You can select 1 of the 5 following languages:

SYMBOL LANGUAGE

English

German

French

Italian

Spanish

SWITCH CLOCK DISPLAY

Press MODE / LIGHT to toggle between the following
clock displays:

• RF time with hour-offset time (HH:MM)

• Day of the week

Each display will be backlit for 5 seconds and will return
to the main screen display after 10 seconds.

HOURLY CHIME

The hourly chime function when set to ON will beep once
at the beginning of every hour, and the chime icon
will show on the display.

ALARM

This product is equipped with a 2-minute crescendo
alarm.

VIEW ALARM SETTINGS

Press ALARM. The alarm time and status will show in
the Clock Area.

SET ALARM

1. Press ALARM to switch to alarm display.

2. Press and hold ALARM again, for 2 seconds. The

alarm settings will blink.

3. Select the hour and minute. Press UP or DOWN to

change settings. Press ALARM to confirm. The
alarm will be activated automatically.

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• Calendar

• RF time without offset

• Time-zone hour-offset setting

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ACTIVATE ALARM

Press ALARM twice to start toggling between alarm ON
and alarm OFF.

shows in the Clock / Alarm Area when the alarm is

activated.

NOTE

Press MODE, or wait 1 minute to return to clock

display.

SILENCE ALARM

When the alarm time is reached, the crescendo alarm
will sound for 2 minutes and the backlight will turn on for
5 seconds. To silence the alarm:

• Press

on the remote control to

silence it for 8 minutes.

OR

• Press any key on the main unit or remote control

except

to mute the alarm and

activate it again after 24 hours.

If no button is pressed, the alarm will automatically
silence after 2 minutes.

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WEATHER FORECAST

This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of weather
within a 30-50 km (19-31 mile) radius. The forecast is
based on barometric pressure trend readings.

VIEW BAROMETER AREA

BACKLIGHT

To turn on the backlight for 5 seconds:

• Press MODE / LIGHT on the main unit.

OR

The LCD display shows an animated icon indicating the
forecasted weather.

WEATHER FORECAST ICONS

ICON DESCRIPTION

Clear

Day / Night

Partly cloudy

Day / Night

Cloudy

Rainy

Snowy

NOTE

The night time icon displays from 6 PM to 6 AM.

TEMPERATURE

This product can display maximum, minimum and
current temperatures collected by the remote sensors
and main (indoor) unit.

MAXIMUM / MINIMUM RECORDS

• Press MEMORY to toggle between maximum (MAX),
minimum (MIN) and current records.

• To clear the records, press and hold MEMORY for
2 seconds. A beep will sound to confirm that the
memory has been cleared.

SELECT MEASUREMENT UNIT

Press the °C / °F button to choose the setting you want.

The display can show indoor temperatures ranging
from -5°C to +50°C (23°F to +122°F).

• Press

When

NOTE

deactivated due to low-battery power. Replace with new
batteries to operate this function again.

on the remote control.

appears, the backlight function is

RESET SYSTEM

Insert a thin blunt instrument into the hole below RESET
to return to the default settings.

NOTE

When you press RESET, all settings will return

to default value, and you will lose all stored information.

REMOTE CONTROL (RE289)

The remote control interacts with the main unit using
infrared technology.

The buttons on the remote control complete the same
functions as the buttons on the front of the main unit.
Refer to the following list of functions and see the relevant
section headings for further information:

• Manually view 1 of 5 sensor channel's data or view
each channel for 3 seconds using auto-scan - see
"Select Sensor Channel".

• Force a manual search for the RF clock reception ­see "Radio-Controlled Clock".

• Enable / disable the radio-controlled clock - see "Turn
Radio-Controlled Clock On / Off".

• Manually set the clock, calendar and day of the week
language - see "Set Clock".

• View the 5 different clock displays - see "Switch Clock
Display".

• View the alarm settings, set the alarm, activate the
alarm and silence the alarm - see all of "Alarm"
section.

• View temperature records - see "Maximum /
Minimum Records".

The sensor auto-search function cannot be

NOTE

operated by the remote control.

NOTE

The main unit must be no more than 4 metres
(13 feet) from the remote control for a successful
connection to take place. Point the remote control directly
at the infrared window on the main unit for optimal
performance. The remote control cannot perform when
there is an obstacle between the 2 units.

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SAFETY AND CARE

Clean the product with a slightly damp cloth and alcohol­free, mild detergent. Avoid dropping the product or
placing it in a high-traffic location.

Remote Control Dimensions

L x W x H 108 x 17 x 39 mm

(4.25 x 0.67 x 1.54 inches)

Weight 34 grams (0.08 lbs)

without battery

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WARNINGS

This product is designed to give you years of service if
handled properly. Oregon Scientific will not be
responsible for any deviations in the usage of the device
from those specified in the user instructions or any
unapproved alterations or repairs of the product.
Observe the following guidelines:

• Never immerse the product in water. This can cause
electrical shock and damage the product.

• Do not subject the main unit to extreme force, shock,
or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.

• Do not tamper with the internal components.

• Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of
different types.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries with this product.

• Remove the batteries if storing this product for a long
period of time.

• Do not scratch the LCD display.

NOTE

The technical specification of this product and
contents of this user manual are subject to change
without notice. Images not drawn to scale.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM SY MPT OM

Calendar

Clock

Temp

Remote
sensor

Strange date /
month

Cannot adjust
clock

Cannot auto­synch

Shows "LLL" or
"HHH"

Cannot locate
remote sensor

REMEDY

Change language
(

6)

Disable radio­controlled clock (

1. Adjust batteries
(

5)

2. Press RESET
(

8)

3. Manually activate
radio-controlled
clock (

Temperature is out-of­range

Check batteries (

6)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Main Unit Dimensions

L x W x H 225 x 24 x 141 mm

Weight 542 grams (1.19 lbs)

(8.86 x 0.94 x 5.55 inches)

without battery

Remote Sensor Dimensions

L x W x H 70 x 24.5 x 116 mm

Weight 108 grams (0.24 lbs)

Temperature

Unit °C or °F

Indoor Range -5°C to 50°C

Outdoor Range -20°C to 60°C

Resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)

Memory Min / Max

Weather Forecast

Display Sunny (day / night),

Remote Unit (RTHR328N)

RF frequency 433 MHz
Range Up to 30 metres

Transmission Approx. every 1 minute
Channel No. 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5
Unit °C or °F

Radio-Controlled Clock

Synchronization Auto or disabled
Clock display HH:MM
Hour format 12hr AM / PM

Calendar DD / MM or MM / DD;

Alarm Daily with 2-minute

Snooze 8-minute snooze

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Power
Main unit

Batteries 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

Remote Control

Batteries 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V

Remote Sensor

Batteries 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V

(2.76 x 0.96 x 4.57 inches)

without battery

(23°F to 122°F)

(-4°F to 140°F)

partly cloudy (day /
night), cloudy, rainy,
snowy

(100 feet) with
no obstructions

(MSF format)
24hr (DCF format)

Day of the week in 1 of 5
languages (E, G, F, I, S)

crescendo

(operated by remote
control only)

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It is recommended that you use alkaline

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batteries with this product for longer performance.

ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC

Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn
more about Oregon Scientific products such as digital
cameras; MP3 players; children's electronic learning
products and games; projection clocks; health and
fitness gear; weather stations; and digital and conference
phones. The website also includes contact information
for our customer care department in case you need to
reach us, as well as frequently asked questions and
customer downloads.

We hope you will find all the information you need on
our website, however if you'd like to contact the Oregon
Scientific Customer Care department directly, please
visit:

www2.oregonscientific.com/service/support

OR

Call 949-608-2848 in the US.

For international enquiries, please visit:
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EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This product contains the approved transmitter module
that complies with the essential requirements of
Article 3 of the R&TTE 1999 / 5 / EC Directive, if used
as intended and the following standards have been
applied:

Safety of information technology equipment

(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE Directive)
Applied Standard EN 60950: 2000

Electromagnetic compatibility

(Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE Directive)
Applied Standards

Efficient use of radio frequency spectrum

(Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive)
Applied Standards

Additional information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of
the Low Voltage Directive 73 / 23 / EC, the EMC Directive
89 / 336 / EC and carries the CE marking accordingly.

Carmelo Cubito
Agrate Brianza (MI) / Italy January 2004
Manufacturer's EU R&TTE Representative

ETSI EN 301 489-1-3 (Ver.1.4.1): 2002-08

ETSI EN 300 220-3 (Ver1.1.1): 2000-09

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COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED

All EC countries, Switzerland CH

and Norway N

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