ACU-RITE 01538 User manual

Instruction Manual
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Questions? Contact Customer Support at
[phone] or visit www.AcuRite.com.
CONTENTS
Unpacking Instructions ........... 2
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
Wi-Fi Setup............................ 3
Features & Benets: 5-in-1....... 4
Features & Benets: Display.... 5
Setup .................................... 8
5-in-1 Sensor Setup ................ 8
Display Setup ........................ 9
Set the Time, Date & Units .....10
Backlight Settings..................10
Placement Guidelines ............ 11
5-in-1 Sensor Installation........12
Using the Weather Center .....13
Programmable Alarms...........14
Troubleshooting ....................15
Care & Maintenance.............17
Calibrate the Rain Gauge......18
Specications........................19
FCC Information ...................19
Customer Support ................ 20
Warranty............................. 20
Professional Weather Center
model 01538

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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 Tabletop Stand
2. 5-in-1 Sensor
3. Sensor Mounting Bracket
4. Mounting Hardware
5. Power Adapter
6. 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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Weather UndergroundTM is a commercial weather service providing real-time
weather information via the Internet. Weather UndergroundTM provides weather
reports for most major cities across the world on its website, as well as local
weather reports for newspapers and websites. Its information comes from the
National Weather Service, and over 250,000 personal weather stations.
About Weather UndergroundTM
Wi-Fi Setup for Weather UndergroundTM
This weather station features wireless Internet connectivity in order to connect
and send your data to Weather UndergroundTM. If you do not already have a
WU (Weather UndergroundTM) account, please create your account at
wunderground.com prior to the following Wi-Fi setup.
*This weather station display only supports 2.4 GHz wireless networks.
4. Open your web browser on the device that is
connected to the AcuRite display. Type "192.168.4.1" in the address bar
and hit enter to access the AcuRite WiFi display settings website.
5. Enter or select your wireless network name, network password, and the
WU Station ID and Station Key/Password (created in step 1).* Press "Save
and Reset" to save your settings.
6. Conrm “ ” is shown on the display. If you see “ x” instead, refer to
the Troubleshooting section (see page 16).
7. Once connected, data from your 5-in-1 sensor will automatically begin
to upload to Weather UndergroundTM. Monitor sensor data remotely at
www.wunderground.com or from a mobile device using the Weather
UndergroundTM app, available from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Power on the display (using included power cord).
3. Connect to the Wi-Fi signal (named AcuRite 01538)
of the AcuRite display from your computer or
mobile device. When prompted for a password,
enter the device ID, located on the back of the
display in the battery compartment
(Example: 24C86EXXXXXX).
DEVICE ID
############
1. Add this weather station to your Weather UndergroundTM account:
Sign in to your Weather UndergroundTM account.
Navigate to My Prole > My Weather Stations > Add New PWS.
Enter all required location info.
When prompted for “Station Hardware”, select “AcuRite Pro Weather Center”.
You will be provided with a WU Station ID and Station Key/Password
once you have submitted all required info (needed for step 5, below).

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Features & Benets
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5-in-1 SENSOR
1. Rainfall Collector Funnel
2. Solar Cell Panel
Converts sunlight into power to run
internal aspirating fan.
Internal Aspirating Fan
(not shown)
Draws ambient air into
sensor to reduce solar radiation
heating, resulting in more accurate
temperature measurement.
3. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match display’s
A-B-C switch to ensure units
synchronize.
4. Battery Compartment
5. Temperature & Humidity Sensors
(internal)
6. Mounting Point
7. Wind Speed Anemometer
8. Wind Direction Vane
9. Mounting Bracket
10. Mounting Hardware
Includes 5 anchors and the following
screws:
Qty Diameter Length
5 #4 3/4”
1 #4 1/2”
1 #6 1/2”
11. Debris Filter
Pre-installed to prevent debris from
entering the rain gauge.

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DISPLAY BACK
1. Backlight Button
For momentary backlight and dimmer
settings.
2 . In tegrated Hang Holes
For easy wall mounting.
3. Backup Battery Compartment
4. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match sensor’s A-B-C
switch to ensure units synchronize.
5. Plug-in for Power Adapter
6. Battery Compartment Cover
7. Power Adapter
8. RESET Button
Press and release to clear historical record.
Press and hold for 10 seconds for full reset
to factory defaults.
Features & Benets
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DEVICE ID
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Features & Benets
Display
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1. Low Record Indicator
Indicates low records are being
viewed.
2. Current Outdoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates direction the
temperature is trending.
3. High Record Indicator
Indicates high records are being
viewed.
4. Current Outdoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
humidity is trending.
5. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
6. Sensor Low Battery Indicator
7. Current Wind Direction
8. Wind Speed
now: indicates current wind speed.
avg: indicates the average of all
speeds over the past 2 minutes.
peak: indicates the highest speed
form the last 60 minutes.
9. Icon
Indicates display is connected to your
wireless network.
10. xIcon
Indicates issue with wireless internet
connection (see Troubleshooting
page 16).
11. Moon Phase
12. Current Rainfall
Rainfall recorded since 12:00 am.
13. Month/Year/All-Time Rainfall
14. Clock
15. Date
16. Button
For viewing high and low records.
17. V and
V
Buttons
For setup preferences and viewing
high & low records.
18. Icon
Indicates display is in auto-dimming
brightness mode (see page 10).
19. 12 to 24 Hour Weather Forecast
Self-Calibrating Forecasting pulls
data from outdoor sensor to
generate your personal forecast.
20. Button
For setup preferences.
21. Heat Index/Wind Chill
Heat Index calculation displays when
temperature is 80°F (27°C) or above.
Wind Chill calculation displays when
temperature is 40°F (4° C) or below.
22. Current Indoor Temperature
23. Button
For alarm setup.
24. Current Indoor Humidity
25. Current Barometric Pressure
Arrow icon indicates the direction the
pressure is trending.
DISPLAY FRONT

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SETUP
A B C
5-in-1 Sensor Setup
1A-B-C Switch
Set to match
display
2Install Batteries
4 AA Batteries
3Rain Gauge Stabilizer
Remove and discard
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 sensor
and the display in order for the units to
synchronize.
Install or Replace Batteries
Batteries MUST be installed for
this product to operate. AcuRite
recommends high quality alkaline
or lithium batteries for the best
product performance. Heavy duty
or rechargeable batteries are not
recommended.
The 5-in-1 sensor requires lithium
batteries in low temperature conditions.
Cold temperatures can cause alkaline
batteries to function improperly. Use
lithium batteries in the 5-in-1 sensor for
temperatures below -4ºF / -20ºC.
1. Slide off the battery
compartment cover.
2. Insert 4 x AA batteries into the
battery compartment, as
shown. Follow the polarity
(+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Remove Rain Gauge Stabilizer
Locate and remove the rain gauge
stabilizer (plastic tab) taped into the
bottom of the sensor. The rain gauge
will not function until this is removed.
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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 which is not to be
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.
IMPORTANT: Batteries are
a backup power source to
preserve records in the event of
a power outage. Power adapter
is required as the primary
power source to enjoy the full
functionality of this product.
Display Setup
1Set 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 unit and the
sensor in order for the units to
synchronize.
Install or Replace Backup
Batteries (optional)
1. Remove the battery
compartment cover.
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.
Install Batteries
3 AAA Batteries
(optional)
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3Plug in
Power Adapter
1A-B-C Switch
Set to match
sensor
A B C
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Set the Time, Date & Units
Press the “ ” 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 “
V
“ or
“
V
“ buttons (press and HOLD to fast adjust).
To save your adjustments, press and release the “ ” button again to adjust the next
preference. The preference set order is as follows:
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR
TEMPERATURE UNITS (ºF or ºC)
WIND UNITS (MPH, KPH, or Knots)
RAIN UNITS (inches or mm)
PRESSURE UNITS (inHg or hPa)
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 20 seconds. Enter
setup mode at any time by pressing the “ ” button.
Display Backlight Settings
This weather station’s color display features three different lighting settings:
High (100%) brightness, Medium (60%) brightness and Low (15%) 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 15%, press a third time to enter AUTO-DIM mode. “” will
appear next to the clock.
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.= 15% brightness
NOTE: Pressing and holding the “” button for 5 seconds will disable the
backlight. Once any button is pressed, the backlight will return to your selected
setting.