ACU-RITE 2010 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
Features & Benets................. 3
Setup .................................... 6
Sensor Setup ......................... 6
Display Setup ........................ 7
Setup Preferences .................. 8
Intelli-Time Clock.................... 8
Placement Guidelines ............. 8
Using the Weather Station.....10
Troubleshooting ....................11
Care & Maintenance.............12
Calibration ...........................13
Specications........................14
FCC Information ...................14
Customer Support .................15
Warranty..............................15
Weather Station
models 02010 / 02014 / 02015

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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
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

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Features & Benets
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
(not shown)
BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT
6. A-B-C Switch
ID code that must match sensor’s
A-B-C switch to ensure
units synchronize.
7. Battery Compartment
8. UP, SET & DOWN Buttons
for setup preferences.
9. HISTORY CHART Mode
Press to toggle between pressure,
outdoor temperature or outdoor
humidity on History Chart. Press and
hold for 4 seconds to enter auto-cycle
mode (5 second rotation).
10. RESET Button
Full reset to factory defaults.
11. ZONE Button
Set time zone preference.
12. GEO Button
Set geographic region preference.
13. Momentary Backlight Button
(top of display unit)
14. Battery Compartment Cover
(not shown)
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Sensor Back of Display Unit
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DISPLAY UNIT
1. Day of the Week
2. Current Outdoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates direction
temperature is trending.
3. Outdoor High Temperature Record
Indicates highest outdoor temperature
recorded since midnight.
4. Outdoor Low Temperature Record
Indicates lowest outdoor temperature
recorded since midnight.
5. Current Outdoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates direction
humidity is trending.
6. Outdoor High Humidity Record
Indicates highest outdoor humidity
recorded since midnight.
7. Outdoor Low Humidity Record
Indicates lowest outdoor humidity
recorded since midnight.
8. Outdoor Sensor Signal Strength
9. Low Sensor Battery Indicator
10. Geographic Region Selection
for setup preferences.
11. Forecasted High Temperature
12. Forecasted Low Temperature
13. Up to 4 Hour Weather Forecast
Precision Forecasting combines
regional trends with data from your
outdoor sensor to generate your
personal forecast.
14. 4 to 8 Hour Weather Forecast
15. 8 to 12 Hour Weather Forecast
16. SET Icon
Flashes to indicate setup mode.
17. Barometric Pressure
Arrow icon indicates direction
pressure is trending.
18. Indoor High Humidity Record
Indicates highest indoor humidity
recorded since midnight.
19. Indoor Low Humidity Record
Indicates lowest indoor humidity
recorded since midnight.
20. Current Indoor Humidity
Arrow icon indicates direction
humidity is trending.
21. Multi-Variable History Chart
Displays the past 12 hours of data
for pressure, outdoor temperature or
outdoor humidity.
22. Indoor High Temperature Record
Indicates highest indoor temperature
recorded since midnight.
23. Indoor Low Temperature Record
Indicates lowest indoor temperature
recorded since midnight.
24. Current Indoor Temperature
Arrow icon indicates direction
temperature is trending.
25. Date
26. SET Icon
Flashes to indicate setup mode.
27. Display Unit Low Battery Indicator
28. Intelli-Time®Clock
29. Auto-Cycle Mode Indicator
30. Time Zone & Daylight Saving Time
for setup preferences.

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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 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 part 2.
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
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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.
Display Unit Setup
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 unit
and the sensor in order for the
units to synchronize.
Install or Replace Batteries
1. Remove 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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3 AA alkaline
batteries
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Setup: Geographic Region
Select your geographic region according
to the map (pictured right) by pressing the
“GEO” button. Geographic region must
be set in order for Precision Forecasting to
function properly.
Intelli-Time®Clock
Intelli-Time clock and calendar set themselves
to the correct time and date, and update
automatically for Daylight Saving Time. All
you need to do is select your time zone using
the “ZONE” button.
Setup: Time, Date, Units & Language
Press the “ ” 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 “ p ” or
“ q “ 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)
AUTO DST (ON automatically updates time during Daylight Saving Time)
CLOCK HOUR
CLOCK MINUTE
CALENDAR MONTH
CALENDAR DATE
CALENDAR YEAR (Note: Year is only visible during setup)
UNITS: TEMPERATURE (ºF or ºC)
UNITS: PRESSURE (inHg or hPa)
LANGUAGE (English, Spanish or French)
You will automatically exit SET MODE if no buttons are pressed for 30 seconds.
Enter setup mode at any time by pressing the
“ ” button.
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.
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Display Unit Placement
Place display unit in a dry area
free of dirt and dust. Display stands
upright for tabletop use or is wall-
mountable. Viewing angle can be
adjusted by rst loosening the locking
knobs, then by tilting the display to your desired
angle. Tighten knobs to set the angle.
For wall mounting, hang using the two keyholes
located on bottom of the base.
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. NOTE: It will take up to 4 hours to
generate a weather forecast after initial setup.
TV 3
(100 meters)
(330 feet maximum)
(.91 m)
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Display Angle
Locking Knobs

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Using the Weather Station
Precision Weather Forecasting
AcuRite’s Precision Forecasting provides your personal forecast of morning,
noon & night (4 hour, 4 to 8 hour and 8 to 12 hour) weather conditions. The
patent-pending technology combines regional weather patterns with data
measured by a sensor in your yard. It generates a forecast with pinpoint
accuracy - personalized for your exact location.
Multi-Variable History Chart
The multi-variable history chart lets you monitor the change in conditions over
the last 12 hour time period (-12, -6, -3, -2, -1, 0). Toggle between barometric
pressure, outdoor temperature and outdoor humidity readings.
Barometric Pressure
Subtle variations in barometric pressure greatly impact the weather. This
weather center displays the current pressure with an arrow icon to indicate the
direction the pressure is trending (FALLING, STEADY, or RISING). The multi-
variable history chart lets you monitor the change in pressure over time.
High & Low Records
The “ p ” and “ q “ buttons, located on the back of the display unit, display
minimum and maximum recordings for outdoor and indoor temperature and
humidity. To view the MINIMUM temperature and humidity readings, press
and release the “ q ” button. The “ ” icon appears on the display next to
the low records. To view the MAXIMUM temperature and humidity readings,
press and release the “ p ” button. The “ ” icon appears on the display next
to the high records.
To reset the MINIMUM records, press and hold the “ q ” button while viewing
the minimum records. Dashes will display to conrm all minimum values have
been cleared.
To reset the MAXIMUM records, press and hold the “ p ” button while viewing
the maximum records. Dashes will display to conrm all maximum values have
been cleared.
OPERATION
SNOW / RAIN
MIX LIKELY
RAIN
LIKELY
SNOW
LIKELY
STORMY
& WINDY
MOSTLY
CLOUDY
(flashing=stormy)
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