ACU-RITE 01118 User manual

Weather Station
model 01118
Questions? Contact Customer Support at
877-221-1252 or visitwww.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
Set the Time, Date & Units ...... 7
Backlight Settings................... 7
Placement Guidelines ............. 8
Using the Weather Station...... 9
Troubleshooting ....................10
Care & Maintenance.............11
Calibration ...........................11
Specications........................11
FCC Information ...................12
Customer Support .................12
Warranty..............................12

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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 with Fold-Out Stand
2. Outdoor Sensor
3. Instruction Manual
4. Power Adapter
PRODUCT MUST BE REGISTERED
IMPORTANT TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Register online to receive 1 year of warranty protection
www.AcuRite.com
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.
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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LEARNING
FRONT OF DISPLAY
1. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
2. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
3. Current Outdoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates the direction
temperature is trending.
4. Current Barometric Pressure
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
pressure is trending.
5. Current Indoor Temperature
6. Clock
7. and Buttons
For setup preferences.
8. °F/°C Button
For selecting temperature units.
9. SET Button
For setup preferences.
10. Button
For momentary backlight and dimmer
settings.
11. Date
12. Current Indoor Humidity
13. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
Self-calibrating forecasting pulls data
from the outdoor sensor to generate
your personal forecast.
14. Learning Mode Icon
Disappears after weather forecast
self-calibration is complete.
15. Current Outdoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates the direction
humidity is trending.
16. AUTO Icon
Indicates display is in auto-dimming
brightness mode (see page 7).
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BACK OF DISPLAY
1. Integrated Hang Hole
For easy wall mounting.
2. RESET Button
For full reset to factory defaults.
3. Backup Battery Compartment
4. Fold-out Tabletop Stand
5. Power Adapter
6. Plug-in for Power Adapter
7. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match sensor’s
A-B-C switch to ensure units
synchronize.
8. Battery Compartment Cover
(not shown)
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SETUP
Sensor Setup
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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 in order for the units
to synchronize.
Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality
alkaline or lithium batteries for
the best product performance.
Heavy-duty or rechargeable
batteries are not recommended.
The sensor requires lithium
batteries in low-temperature
2 Install Batteries
2 AA batteries
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.
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.
1 A-B-C Switch
Set to match
display
A B C
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Display Setup
1 Set the A-B-C Switch
Locate the A-B-C switch inside
the battery compartment. Set
the A-B-C switch to A, B or C.
You must select the same letter
choices for both the display and
the sensor in order for the units to
synchronize.
2 Install or Replace Backup
Batteries (optional)
1. Remove the battery
compartment cover.
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2. Insert 3 x AAA alkaline
batteries into the battery
compartment, as shown. Follow
the polarity (+/–) diagram in
the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Plug in Power Adapter
For the best performance, plug
in the power adapter as the main
power source for this product.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment that will not be
IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of a
power outage. Power adapter is recommended as the primary power source to enjoy the
full functionality of this product.
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Power Adapter
1 A-B-C Switch
Set to match
sensor
Install Backup Batteries
3 AAA Batteries
(optional)
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A B C
used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used
batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire,
as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge
non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.
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Set the Time, Date & Units
Press and release the “SET” button, located on the front of the display, 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:
AUTO CHANGE for DST? (Daylight Saving Time Y or N)*
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE UNITS (hPa or inHg)
*If you live in an area that observes Daylight Saving Time, DST should be set
to Y, even if it is not currently Daylight Saving Time.
You will automatically exit SETUP MODE if no buttons are pressed for 10
seconds. Enter setup mode at any time by pressing the “SET” button.
Select Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius
To select between degrees Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) temperature units,
press the “ºF/ºC” button located on the front of the display.
Display Backlight Settings
This weather station’s color display features three different lighting settings:
High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (30%) brightness.
When display is powered with the power adapter, backlight remains on at
100% brightness. Press the button once to dim to 60% brightness; press
again to dim to 30%, press a third time to enter AUTO-DIM mode. “ ” will
appear above the current outdoor humidity reading. AUTO
AUTO DIM MODE: Automatically adjusts display brightness based on time of day.
6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. = 100% brightness
9:01 p.m. - 5:59 a.m.= 30% brightness
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Placement for Maximum Accuracy
AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper
placement of both the display and the outdoor sensor are critical to the
accuracy and performance of this product.
Display Placement
Place the display in a dry area free of dirt and dust. Display
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
(1 to 2 meters) 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 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 (90 cm) away
from electronic devices (TV, computer, microwave, radio, etc.).
TV
(330 feet maximum)
3feet
(.9m)
AT
LEAST
APART
(100 meters)
Setup is Complete
The sensor will now synchronize with the display. 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.
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OPERATION
Using the Weather Station
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.
STORM
DEVELOPING
(Flashing)
SNOW
LIKELY LIGHT RAIN LIKELY CLOUDY PARTLY CLOUDY SUNNY
View the complete list of icons at www.AcuRite.com/acurite-icons
Barometric Pressure
Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly affect the weather. This
weather station displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate
the direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING).
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Solution
No outdoor sensor
reception
If the wireless signal indicator shows no bars:
• Relocate the display 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.).
no bars • 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 a few minutes for display and sensor to synchronize
after batteries are replaced.
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 indoors and remove
batteries/power adapter from each.
2. Make sure the A-B-C switches on both units match.
3. Reinstall batteries in the outdoor sensor.
4. Reinstall batteries/power adapter in the display.
5. Let the units sit within a couple feet of each other
for a few minutes to gain a strong connection.
Inaccurate forecast
• Weather Forecast icon predicts conditions for the next
12 to 24 hours, not current conditions.
• Has the Learning Mode icon disappeared from the
display? 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 will restart Learning
Mode. After 14 days, forecast should be fairly accurate,
however, Learning Mode calibrates for a total of 33 days.
Inaccurate
temperature
or humidity
• Make sure both the display and sensor are placed out of
direct sunlight and away from any heat sources or vents
(see page 8).
• Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture
sources (see page 8).
Display screen
not working
• Check that the power adapter is plugged into the display
and an electrical outlet.
• Reset the display by pressing the reset button, located
on the back of the display. Date and time will need to be
entered after a reset.
If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying
the troubleshooting steps, visit www.AcuRite.com or call
877-221-1252 for assistance.
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