ACU-RITE 02035 User manual

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Introduction
The AcuRite®Weather Station with wireless outdoor sensor
collects outside weather data and sends it wirelessly to the Display
Console via radio frequency. Thisweather forecaster has been
designed to be easy to install and use.
Thisweather station features a NEW Precision 5-Day Weather
Forecasting technology, which allows you to select one of seven
geographic regions to give you a detailed, accurate forecast-from
your own backyard! The easy to read forecast display predicts
your cloud cover, high and low temperatures, and chance of
precipitation over the next 5 days by analyzing your weather
patterns and changes in great detail.
The sleek display console houses a liquid crystal display (LCD)
which will calculate and display all the weather data received from
the wireless sensor outside. The display console features a pressure
sensor for measuring barometric pressure, a temperature sensor
for measuring indoor temperature and a humidity sensor for
measuring indoor humidity. The Display Console is powered with
three "AA" alkaline batteries (not included).
The outdoor sensor is completely wireless and contains a
temperature sensor for measuring indoor temperature and a
humidity sensor for measuring relative humidity. The wireless
outdoor sensor is powered with two "AA" alkaline or lithium
batteries (not included).
Please read through this manual to learn more about the AcuRite®
Weather Station. Keep this manual for future reference.
PartsListmodel #02035
1. Display console
2. Wireless outdoor sensor
Overview
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Remove the battery
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Install 3 fresh "AA"
batteries as shown
SETUP SETUP
BatteryChoice& TemperatureRange
Extended periods of cold temperatures ( below -4°F / -20°C ) can cause
alkaline batteries to function improperly. This will cause the outdoor
wireless sensor to stop transmitting readings. Use lithium batteries in
these low temperature conditions to ensure continued operation for
wireless sensors placed outdoors.
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A/B/C WirelessSelection
To allow for more than one weather station and wireless sensor
network to be used in close rroximity, the display unit and the
wireless sensor have a smal switch fabeled "A B C" within the
battery compartments. This switch selects one of 3 wireless modes
to use, and both switches MUST be set in matching positions (either
A, B, or C) fore wireless communication to take place successfully.
InstallingBatteries-WirelessSensor
Remove the battery
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compartment cover.
Install 2 fresh "AA" i
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Aboutthe SelfSettinglntelli-Time®Clock
Your new weather station is equipped with lntelli-Time® technology
which is pre-programmed with the correct time and date. lntelli-Time®
technology instructs the clock to set itself once batteries are installed.
All you need to do is select your Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time
preferences. The clock will automatically set itself and change
automatically for Daylight Saving Time.
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SETUP
Aboutthe 5-DayWeather Forecast
Thisweather station includes AcuRite's NEW precision 5-day
forecasting technology.
By determining your geographic climate region and observing sets of
weather related variables, like changes in temperature, humidity, and
barometric pressure, this AcuRite Weather Station can accurately
forecast the weather for your exact location. Preprogrammed regional
weather patterns combined with data collected by the wireless outdoor
temperature and humidity sensor allow for forecasts that include
probability of precipitation, amount of cloud cover, and high/low
temperatures for up to 5 days.
5-DayForecastRegionSelection
For the 5-day forecast to function properly, you will need to select your
general geographic region. The 5-Day Forecast feature analyzes
outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity, pressure changes and
geographic region information to give you the most accurate forecast
breakdown a single station forecaster can provide.
PRESSTHE 11GE011 BUTION LOCATED
ON THE BACK OF THE DISPLAY
TO SELECTYOUR GEOGRAPHIC
REGION
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SETUP
QuickSetup- DisplayConsole
After installing batteries, the lntelli-Time® clock and calendar will
automatically set to the correct time, all you need to do is select your
time zone.
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Press the SET(OX)button to enter into manual set mode. The time
zone will begin blinking. To adjust the currently selected (flashing)
preference item, press and release the " ..." or "..,." buttons.
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To save your adjustments, press and release the 110X button again to
move on to adjusting the next preference. The preference set order is
as follows:
TIMEZONE (PSTMST CST ESTAST HASTAKST)
AUTO DST (Automatically adjust time-/+ on DSTdates)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDARMONTH
CALENDARDATE
CALENDARYEAR
UNITS: TEMPERATURE(°For 0 C)
UNITS: PRESSURE(inHg or hPa)
REFERENCELANGUAGE (English, Spanish or French)
You will automatically exit SETMODE if no entries are made for 30
seconds. You may enter basic setup mode again at any time by
pressing and releasing the "SET" button.
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Placement
Now that setup is complete, you must choose a location to place the
wireless sensor and the display console. The wireless sensor MUSTbe
placed less than 330 feet (100 meters) away from the display console.
Thiswireless forecaster uses radio frequency for communication, which
is susceptible to interference from other electronic devices and large
metallic items or thick walls. Always place both units at least 3 feet (.91
m) away from appliances ( TV,microwave, radios, etc. ) or objects that
may interfere with the wireless communication ( large metal surfaces,
thick stone walls, etc. ). \ I /
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Placementof DisplayConsole
----• Place the display console in a dry area free of dirt and dust.
To help ensure an accurate indoor temperature measurement,
be sure to place the display console out of direct sunlight, and
away from any heat sources or vents in your home. You may
P.lace the main unit on a table top or otlier flat surface using
the integrated table top display stand.
Placementof Sensor
The wireless sensor MUSTBEPLACEDOUTDOORS to observe
outdoor temperatures. The wireless sensor must be placed less
than 330 feet (100 meters) from the disP.lay console. The
wireless sensor is water resistant and is aesigned for general
outdoor use. However, to extend the life of fhe product, P.lace
the wireless sensor in an area protected from direct weather
elements. To ensure an accurate outdoor temJ?erature
measurement, be sure the wireless sensor is placed out of
direct sunlight and away from any heat sources.
There are 2 placement options for the wireless sensor. You may
hang it using one of the two integrated hang holes, or use
string (not included) to hang it from a suital:ile location like a
well covered tree branch.
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5-DayForecast
Initiallearningmode
The Precision 5-Day Forecast feature will be "learning and anylizing"
for the first five days after powering on or resetting. During this initial
5-Day learning mode the forecast will be less accurate. The weather
forecast will observe changes to learn your weather patterns and
increase the accuracy of the forecast.
ForecastDisplay
The Forecast display area gives you the predicted weather forecast
for the next 5 days. Each daily forecast will also display the
predicted High and Lowtemperatures.
The forecast is always analyzing the available data, and consistently
updates the forecast icons and highs/lows/precipitation chance as
time goes on. Thiswill help you to generally plan ahead for the next
5 days.
The weather forecast icon will display the predicted weather
conditions. Below is an example of some of the forecast icons.
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ForecastCalibration
Ifyou feel that the forecast could be "dialed in" to be more accurate-
you may want to try calibrating the forecast. See the "Calibration"
section in the back of this manual for more information.
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Minimum& MaximumRecords
The display unit features Minimum & Maximum records display
mode. The minimum and maximum values for indoor and outdoor
temperature and humidity are recorded and kept until midnight every
day, when the records are reset for the next day.
MinimumRecords
To view the minimum records, press the "adjust down" button ( T)
located on the back of the display unit. The minimum recorded
values will display for about 8 seconds (note the "±'' icon indicating
minimum records being displayed). To manually reset the records
being displayed, press and hold the "adjust down" ( T ) button
while viewing the records.
MaximumRecords
To view the maximum records, press the "adjust up" button ( ..._)
located on the back of the display unit. The maximum recorded
values will display for about 8 seconds (note the 'r.p' icon indicating
maximum records being displayed). To manually reset the records
being displayed, press and hold the "adjust up" ( ..._) button while
viewing the records.
MomentaryBacklight
The display unit features a momentary blue backlight for easy
night-time viewing. The button to activate the backlight is located on
the very top edge of the display unit housing. Pressing the button will
give you about 10 seconds of illumination. Note that excessive use of
the backlight will reduce the battery life.
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AtmosphericPressure
Atmospheric Pressure is defined as the pressure at any location on
the Earth, caused by the weight of the column of air above it. At sea
level, atmospheric pressure has an average value of one atmosphere
and gradually decreases as altitude increases. Also called
barometric pressure.
The weight of the air mass, or atmosphere, that envelopes Earth
exerts pressure on all points of the planet's surface. Meteorologists
use barometers to measure this atmospheric pressure (also called
barometric pressure). At sea level the atmospheric pressure is
approximately 1 kilogram per square centimeter (14.7 pounds per
square inch), which will cause a column of mercury in a mercury
barometer to rise 760 millimeters (30.4 inches). Subtle variations in
atmospheric pressure greatly affect the weather. Lowpressure
generally brings rain. In areas of low air pressure, the air is less
dense and relatively warm, which causes it to rise. The expanding
and rising air naturally cools, and the water vapor in the air
condenses, forming clouds and the drops that fall as rain. In high
pressure areas, conversely, the air is dense and relatively cool, which
causes it to sink. The water vapor in the sinking air does not
condense, leaving the skies sunny and clear.
Thisweather forecaster features a current barometric pressure
display, as well as a trend arrow icon (rising, falling or steady).
These two features can assist you in forecasting changes in the
weather.
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TROUBLESHOOTING REFERENCE
Problem PossibleSolution(s)
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Reception
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Relocate the main unit and/or the wireless sensor.
Both units must be within 330 feet (100 meters)
from each other. Make sure both units are placed
at least 3 feet (.91 m) from other electronic
appliances and devices that may interfere with the
wireless communication (such as TV's, microwaves,
computers etc). NOTE: It may take up to 20 minutes
for the main unit to re-synchronize with the sensor
when batteries are replaced. Use lithium batteries
in sensor when temperature is below -4°F (-20°C}.
Make sure the A-B-Cswitch selection in the battery
compartments of the display unit and sensor match.
DisplayConsole
ScreenNotWorking
Batteries may need replacing.
Check that batteries are correctly installed.
Reset the display unit and wireless sensor.
5-DayForecast
displaying
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The 5-Day Forecast will be "learning and
anylizing" for the first five days after powering on
or resetting. During this initial learning mode the
forecast will be less accurate. The weather
forecaster will always observe changes to learn
your weather patterns and increase the accuracy
of the forecast.
5-DayForecast
Inaccuracies
As with anfuweather forecast 100% accuracy is
not possib e. However, if the forecast seems wildly
inaccurate, make certain that your geographic
reton is selected pro~erly. Tlie geographic region
se ection can drastica ly affect tlie accuracy of the
forecast.
Refer to "CALIBRATION"section of this manual for
more options
NOTICE:The display may fail to start properly due to static
discharge. Press the reset button located on the back of the display
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unit to reset the entire unit.
reset
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www.acurite.com
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ForecastGeographicRegionSelections
PRESSTHE"GEO"
BUTTONLOCATED
ON THEBACKOF
THEDISPLAYTO
SELECTYOUR
GEOGRAPHIC
REGION
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SPECIFICATIONS
ProductFacts
Batteries: 5 x "AN' (not included)
(21Lithium BatteriesRecommendedin
OutdoorSensoriftemperaturesare
below-4°F
Measurement Ranges
Outdoor Temperature: -40°F to 158°F
-40°Cto 70°C
Outdoor Humidity: 1%to 99%
Indoor Temperature: 32°F to 122°F
0°Cto 50°C
Indoor Humidity: 1%to 99%
Wireless Range: 330 ft / 1oom MAX
Dependingon home construction materials
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Patentnumbers:5,978,738;6J076,044;6,59~990;US7,637,141B2
ACURITE®isaregisteredtraoemarkofthel,haneyInstrumentCo.
LakeGeneva,WI53147
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COULDCAUSESEVEREINJURYORDEATHIN JUST2 HOURS.
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PLEASEDISPOSEOFOLDORDEFECTIVEBATTERIESIN AN ENVIRONMENTALLYSAFE
WAYANDINACCORDANCEWITHYOURLOCALLAWSANDREGULATIONS.
BATTERYSAFETY:Cleanthebatterycontactsandalsothoseofthedevicepriortobatteryinstallation.Removebatteriesfromequipmentwhichisnot
tobeusedforanextendedperiodoflime.Followthepolarity(+/·)diagraminthebatterycompartment.Promptlyremovedeadbatteriesfromthe
device.Disposeofusedbatteriesproperly.Onlybatteriesofthesameorequivalenttypeasrecommendedaretobeused.DONOTincinerateused
batteries.DONOTdisposeofbatteriesinfire,asbatteriesmayexplodeorleak.DONOTmixoldandnewbatteriesortypesofbatteries
(alkaline/standard).00NOTuserechargeablebatteries.00NOTrechargenon-rechargeablebatteries.00NOTshort-circuitthesupplyterminals.
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CALIBRATION
Ifyou find that the temperature and/or humidity is slightly off, this
weather device allows for calibration. The forecast may be
calibrated as well. To calibrate the weather station, you must enter
into the calibration mode.
CalibrationMode
To access the calibration mode, press AND HOLDthe "A" and "T"
buttons together for at least 5 seconds. After 20 seconds of inactivity,
the display will save your adjustments and automatically exit
calibration mode and return to normal operation.
Calibrate the outdoor temperature by pressing the "A" or "...,."
buttons. Note the arrow icons indicate ifyou are calibrating the value
above or below the uncalibrated raw temperature coming in from the
sensor.
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Press the " OX" button to confirm your calibration changes and move
on to calibrating the outdoor humidity, the indoor temperature, and
indoor humidity in the same manner.
After calibrating all of the temperature and humidity values, the
forecast is the final item to be calibrated. Ifyou feel that the forecast
could be "dialed in" to be more accurate- you may calibrate the
forecast to be less or more "wet." Essentially, calibrating the forecast
will either reduce or increase how much moisture is present within the
forecast software algorithm.
For example, ifyou feel the forecast is showing rain too often, you
may want to remove 10% of the moisture from the forecast equation
to start with. Press the "A" or "T" buttons to remove or add
moisture to the forecast. Note that the forecast graphics will change
accordingly. Calibrating the forecast may take some trial and error.
Note that just like any weather forecast - the forecast can never be
100% accurate.
Note that all calibration changes will be lost if you reset the display
unit or remove the batteries.
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