ACU-RITE 01033W User manual

Instruction Manual
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[phone] or visit www.AcuRite.com.
CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
Features & Benets: Sensor..... 2
Features & Benets: Display.... 3
Setup .................................... 5
Sensor Setup ......................... 5
Display Setup ........................ 6
Intelli-Time® Clock .................. 6
Set the Time, Date & Units ...... 6
Placement Guidelines ............. 7
Using the Forecaster............... 8
Troubleshooting ..................... 9
Care & Maintenance.............10
Replace Intelli-Time® battery ..10
Specications........................11
FCC Information ...................11
Customer Support .................12
Warranty..............................12
Weather Forecaster
model 01033W

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Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. To ensure the best
possible product performance, please read this manual in its entirety
and retain it for future reference.
Unpacking Instructions
Remove the protective lm that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this
product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove.
Package Contents
1. Display unit with tabletop stand
2. Outdoor sensor
3. Instruction Manual
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register online
to receive 1 year
warranty protection
www.AcuRite.com
IMPORTANT PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED
TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
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Register a Product
Features & Benets
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OUTDOOR SENSOR
1. Integrated Hanger
For easy placement.
2. Wireless Signal Indicator
Flashes when data is being sent to the
display unit.
3. Battery Compartment
4. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match display’s A-B-C
switch to ensure units synchronize.
5. Battery Compartment Cover

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Features & Benets
DISPLAY UNIT FRONT
1. Current Indoor Temperature
2. Low/High Temperature Records
Lowest and highest indoor
temperature recorded since
midnight.
3. Current Outdoor Humidity
4. Low/High Humidity Records
Lowest and highest indoor humidity
recorded since midnight.
5. Historical Barometric Pressure
Pressure reading 12 hours ago.
6. Pressure History Graph
Current pressure on right with trend
(Rising, Steady or Falling)
7. Low/High Humidity Records
Lowest and highest outdoor
humidity recorded since midnight.
8. Current Outdoor Humidity
9. Low/High Temperature Records
Lowest and highest outdoor
temperature recorded since midnight.
10. Current Outdoor Temperature
11. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
12. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
13. Intelli-Time®Clock
Automatically updates itself for
Daylight Saving Time.
14. Display Low Battery Indicator
15. Date
16. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls data
from the outdoor sensor to generate
your personal forecast.
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DISPLAY UNIT BACK
1. ”+” Button
For setup preferences.
2. “SET” Button
For setup preferences.
3. ” ” Button
For setup preferences.
4. Battery Compartment Cover
5. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match sensor’s A-B-C
switch to ensure units synchronize.
6. Display Unit Stand
7. Battery Compartment
8. RESET Button
Full reset to factory defaults.
9. Intelli-Time® Battery Compartment
10. Integrated Hang Hole
For easy wall mounting.
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SETUP
Set the A-B-C Switch
The A-B-C switch is located inside
the battery compartment. It can
be set to A, B or C. However,
you must select the same letter
choices for both the sensor and
the display unit in order for the
units to synchronize.
Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality
alkaline or lithium batteries in
the outdoor sensor for the best
product performance. Heavy
duty or rechargeable batteries
are not recommended.
The sensor requires lithium
batteries in low temperature
conditions. Cold temperatures
can cause alkaline batteries
to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the sensor for
temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.
1. Slide off the battery
compartment cover. Take
note of the A-B-C switch
setting inside the battery
compartment for display unit
setup.
2. Insert 2 x AA batteries into
the battery compartment, as
shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Sensor Setup
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1A-B-C Switch
set to match
display unit
2Install Batteries
2 AA batteries
A B C

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Intelli-Time®Clock
Intelli-Time products are pre-programmed with the correct time and date.
Intelli-Time technology instructs the time and date to set themselves. All you
need to do is select your Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time preferences. The
clock will then automatically set itself and change for Daylight Saving Time
Set the Time, Date & Units
Press and hold the “SET” button, located on the back of the display unit, to
enter SET MODE. Once in set mode, the preference you are currently setting
will blink on the display.
To adjust the currently selected (ashing) item, press and release the “+” or
“ “ buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).
To save your adjustments, press and release the “SET” button again to adjust
the next preference. The preference set order is as follows:
TIME ZONE ( PST MST CST EST AST HAST AKST)
DST (Daylight Saving Time ON or OFF)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
TEMPERATURE SCALE (˚F or ˚C)
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE SCALE (inHg or hPa)
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds.
Enter setup mode at any time by pressing and holding the “SET” button.
Install or Replace Batteries
Display Unit
1. Slide off the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert 3 x AA alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, as shown.
Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery
cover.

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Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of both the display unit and outdoor sensor are critical to the
accuracy and performance of this product.
Display Unit Placement
Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust.
Display unit stands upright for tabletop use or is wall-mountable.
Outdoor Sensor Placement
Sensor must be placed outside to observe outdoor conditions.
Sensor is water resistant and is designed for general outdoor
use, however, to extend its life place the sensor in an area
protected from direct weather elements.
Hang the sensor using the integrated hang holes or hanger, or
by using string (not included) to hang it from a suitable location,
like a well covered tree branch. The best location is 4 to 8 feet
above the ground with permanent shade and plenty of fresh air
to circulate around the sensor.
Important Placement Guidelines
• To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place units out of direct
sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents.
• Display unit and outdoor sensor must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.
• To maximize wireless range, place units away from large metallic items, thick
walls, metal surfaces, or other objects that may limit wireless communication.
• To prevent wireless interference, place both units at least 3 ft (.9 m) away
from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).
Setup is Complete
The sensor will now synchronize with the display unit. It may take a few
minutes for synchronization to complete. Please refer to the troubleshooting
section of this manual if anything appears to be functioning improperly.
TV 3
(100 meters)
(330 feet maximum)
(.9 m)
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LEAST
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Using the Weather Forecaster
Learning Mode
Self-Calibrating Forecasting uses a unique algorithm to analyze changes in
pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude.
After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At
this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is
ready for superior weather prediction.
Weather Forecast
AcuRite’s patented Self-Calibrating Forecasting provides your personal forecast
of weather conditions for the next 12 to 24 hours by collecting data from
the sensor in your backyard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint accuracy -
personalized for your exact location.
Barometric Pressure
Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly impact the weather. This
weather forecaster displays the current pressure in inHg or hPa. The history
chart lets you monitor the change in pressure over time.
High & Low Records
Today’s high and low records are displayed for indoor and outdoor
temperature. Today’s records automatically clear at 12:00am midnight every
day.
To manually clear today's LOW recorded values, press and hold the " "
button for 5 seconds. To manually clear today's HIGH recorded values, press
and hold the "+" button for 5 seconds. Dashes display to conrm you have
cleared the records.
OPERATION
LIGHT RAIN
LIKELY
SNOW
LIKELY
RAIN/SNOW
MIX LIKELY
MOSTLY
CLOUDY
CLOUDY
(flashing=stormy)
View the complete list of icons at www.AcuRite.com/acurite-icons

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Troubleshooting
No outdoor sensor
reception
no bars
If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:
• Relocate the display unit and/or the outdoor sensor.
The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other.
• Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet
(.9 m) away from electronics that may interfere with
the wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves,
computers, etc).
• Use standard alkaline batteries (or lithium batteries in
sensor when temperature is below -4ºF/-20ºC). Do not
use heavy duty or rechargeable batteries. NOTE: It
may take up to 20 minutes for display unit and sensor
to synchronize after batteries are replaced.
Display screen
not working
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Batteries may need to be replaced.
• Reset display by pressing the RESET button, located
on the back of the display unit. Date and time will
need to be entered after a reset.
Outdoor
temperature
is ashing or
showing dashes
Flashing of the outdoor temperature is generally an
indication of wireless interference.
1. Bring both the sensor and display unit indoors and
remove at least one battery from each.
2. Make sure the A-B-C switch on both units match.
3. Reinstall the battery in the outdoor sensor.
4. Reinstall the battery in the display unit.
5. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other for
about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection.
Inaccurate forecast
• Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next
12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.
• Has Learning Mode icon disappeared from the
display unit? Learning Mode must complete before
forecast and pressure will be accurate.
• Allow unit to run continuously for 33 days. Battery
removal or resetting the display unit will restart
Learning Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be
fairly accurate, however Learning Mode calibrates for
a total of 33 days.
Inaccurate
temperature
• Make sure both the display unit and sensor are
placed out of direct sunlight and away from any heat
sources or vents (see page 7).
If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying
the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call
[phone] for assistance.

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Care & Maintenance
Display Unit Care
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep
away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a
gentle puff of air.
Outdoor Sensor Care
Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives.
Replace Intelli-Time Battery
Intelli-Time technology
is powered by a pre-
installed coin-cell battery
that stores the time and
date settings. The battery
has a shelf life of several
years. Time and date
will need to be entered
after replacing Intelli-Time
battery. To replace the
Intelli-Time battery:
1. Locate the coin cell
battery compartment
door on the back of the
display unit. Unscrew
and remove the
compartment cover.
2. Insert 1 x CR2032 coin cell battery into the battery compartment, as shown.
Install battery with “+” positive terminal facing OUT.
3. Screw in the battery cover.
CR2032
3V
Install battery with “+”
positive terminal facing OUT.