User manual LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY WS9160

[. . . ] The outdoor temperature should be displayed on the Temperature Station. If this does not happen after 2 minutes, the batteries will need to be removed from both units and reset from step 1. In order to ensure sufficient 868 MHz transmission, the final position between the Temperature Station and the transmitter should not be more than 100 meters (see notes on "Positioning" and "868 MHz Reception"). 25 When more than one transmitter is used 1. User shall remove all the batteries from the temperature station and transmitters and wait 60 seconds if setting has been done with one transmitter before. [. . . ] To install and replace the batteries, please follow the steps below: 1. Insert the batteries, observing the correct polarity (see marking). Replace the battery holder to the unit. 28 Note: In the event of changing batteries in any of the units, all units need to be reset by following the setup procedures. This is because a random security code is assigned by the transmitter at start-up and this code must be received and stored by the Temperature Station in the first few minutes of power supplying. BATTERY CHANGE: It is recommended to replace the batteries in all units every 12 months to ensure optimum accuracy of these units. Please participate in the preservation of the environment. Return used batteries to an authorised depot. 29 FUNCTION KEYS: Temperature Station: The Temperature Station has only four easy to use function keys. Set Key Channel key + key Min/max key · Set key (Setting) Press and hold for about 3 seconds to enter the Manual setting mode. 30 min/max key (Min/ Max temperature) · Used to toggle between the minimum and maximum recorded readings of indoor & outdoor temperature. · Press and hold to reset minimum and maximum record when min or max record is shown. + key (Plus) · To make adjustment for time setting. · Ch key (Channel) To toggle between the Outdoor transmitters 1, 2 and 3 (if more than 1 transmitter is used) 31 LCD Screen and settings: Time Indoor Temperature in ° C Outdoor Temperature in ° C *When the signal is successfully received by the temperature station, this 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. For better distinctness the LCD screen is split into 3 sections displaying the information for time, indoor temperature, and outdoor temperature. Outdoor Reception Signal icon* Receiver Low battery indicator Transmitter Low battery indicator 32 Section 1 - TIME · Display of time. · · Section 2 - INDOOR TEMPERATURE Display of indoor temperature Section 3 - OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE Display of the outdoor temperature. MANUAL SETTING: 12 / 24- HOUR TIME DISPLAY SETTING AND TEMPERATURE UNIT (°C/°F) SETTING °° User may choose to display the time in 12-hour or 24-hour mode: Note: When the time display is set as 12-hour mode, the temperature unit will be fixed to °F; when the time mode is in 24-hour, the temperature unit will be fixed to °C. In normal display mode, press and hold the set key for about 3 seconds. The "12h" or "24h" digit 33 2. Press the + key to set the desired time display mode. Press shortly the set key to advance to the MANUAL TIME SETTING. MANUAL TIME SETTING User shall manually set the time of Temperature Station by the following steps: 1. The hour digit of the time display will be flashing. Press the + key to adjust the hour (Press and hold to allow fast advancing). Press set key to confirm and go to the minute setting. Press the + key to adjust the minute (Press and hold to allow fast advancing). Press set key once more to return to normal display. VIEWING THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM READINGS: User may view the minimum and maximum indoor temperature, minimum and maximum outdoor temperature data records by the following steps: 1. Press the min/max key once to view the minimum indoor temperature, minimum outdoor temperature. 34 Minimum icon 2. Press the min/max key once more to view the maximum indoor temperature, maximum outdoor temperature. Maximum icon 35 RESETTING THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM READINGS: User may reset the minimum and maximum temperature data to the current value by the following steps: 1. Press the min/max once to display the min data. Press and hold the min/max key for about 3 seconds to reset all the minimum/ maximum data to the current values in a single action. [. . . ] Secure the bracket onto a desired wall using the screws and plastic anchors. Clip the remote temperature sensor onto the bracket. 39 Note: Before permanently fixing the transmitter wall base, place all units in the desired locations to check that the outdoor temperature reading is receivable. In event that the signal is not received, relocate the transmitters or move them slightly as this may help the signal reception. CARE AND MAINTENANCE: · · · · · · Extreme temperatures, vibration and shock should be avoided as these may cause damage to the unit and give inaccurate forecasts and readings. When cleaning the display and casings, use a soft damp cloth only. [. . . ]