La Crosse Technology 616-146v2 User manual

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Model: 616-146v2
Quick Setup Guide
DC: 090116
Atomic Projection Alarm
with Indoor and Outdoor Temperature
Snooze/Backlight
BUTTONS
TX141v2
Outdoor
Sensor
Time, Alarm
with Snooze,
& Calendar
Indoor/Outdoor
Temperature +
Trends
Projection
Arm
Rotates 180°
2 “AAA”
Batteries
2 “AA”
Batteries
USB Charge
Port, 1 Amp
5 Volt
Adapter

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GET STARTED
Step 1:Insert the included 5-volt AC power adapter into projection
Alarm and then into wall outlet.
Step 2:Insert 2new“AAA”batteries (not included) into the projection
alarm. Observe the correct polarity.
Step 3:Insert 2 new “AA”batteries (not included) into the TX141v2
sensor. Observe the correct polarity. The red LED will flash
when transmitting.
Step 4: After 5 minutes place the sensor outside in a shaded location.
Note: If the outdoor temperature is not displayed after 3 minutes, hold
the +/TEMP button to search for outdoor sensor. Then, press the
TX button on the sensor to send signal.
SET TIME AND DATE
1. Hold the SET/°F/°C button to enter time set mode.
2. Use the +/TEMP or -/TIME buttons to adjust values.
Press and hold for fast adjustment.
3. Press the SET/°F/°C button to confirm adjustments and move to
the next item.
Time and Date setting order:
1. WWVB(ON/OFF)
2. Time Zone
3. DST Daylight Saving Time (ON/OFF)
4. 12/24 Hour Time Format
5. Hour
6. Minutes
7. Year
8. Month
9. Date
Note: Day of the week sets automatically.
Press the SET/°F/°C button to exit, or wait 20 seconds without
pressing buttons to return to the normal time display.
FAHRENHEIT/CELSIUS
Press the SET/°F/°C button to select Fahrenheit or Celsius
temperature display.

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SET TIME ALARM
1. Hold the ALARM button to enter alarm time set mode.
2. Use the +/TEMP or -/TIME buttons to adjust values.
3. Press the ALARM button to confirm adjustments and move to the
next item.
Alarm Time setting order:
1. Hours
2. Minutes
ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE TIME ALARM
Press the ALARM button once to view alarm time.
Press the ALARM button again to activate the alarm.
Bell icon appears.
Press the ALARM button again to deactivate the alarm.
The bell icon disappears.
SNOOZE (Silences alarm temporarily)
Press the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to silence alarm for 9 minutes.
Zz will show.
When in snooze mode, press ALARM to stop alarm for one day.
Note: The alarm is crescendo sound. The alarm will sound for 2
minutes and then shut off completely.
BACKLIGHT AND PROJECTION INTENSITY
Press and release the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to adjust the
brightness of the backlight and projection image (together):
High
Low
OFF
Note: When the Adapter is NOT in use, the High/Low/On/Off features
are not available.
PROJECTION (On/Off, rotate, projection mode)
Battery Power: Press and release the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to
show the projection for 10 seconds.
A/C Power: Projection is displayed constantly unless turned off.
Note: Projection will not display constantly when operating on battery
power.
Alarm
Bell Icon

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Rotate Projection:
Press the PROJECTION button to rotate the projection image 90
degrees.
Press the PROJECTION button again to rotate another 90
degrees.
Change Projection Modes: Hold, then release the PROJECTION
button to switch projection modes. Watch the projection image to view
the changes.
Time and Outdoor Temperature: alternate every 5 seconds
(default)
Time only
Outdoor Temperature only
USB CHARGE PORT
Charge a smart phone, camera or other devices when the forecast
station is plugged into a power outlet with the included 5V AC
adapter.
Note: This is a power-output charging port. It does not supply power
to the projection clock.
Connect your external device’s USB charging cable (not included)
to the USB charging port.
Charging times will vary.
USB Power Output: 1Amaximum current. Charge 1A devices or
devices that are self-regulating.
MANUAL WWVB RADIO-CONTROLLED TIME SEARCH
Press the -/TIME button to start or stop a manual signal search.
WWVB Icon will flash
For information about WWVB visit:
www.nist.gov/pml/div688/grp40/wwvb.cfm
LOW BATTERY ICON
If the icon is displayed in Outdoor Temperature section,
replace batteries in the outdoor sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Indoor Temperature section,
replace batteries in the projection clock.
WWVB
Icon
Low
Battery
Icon

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TEMPERATURE TREND INDICATORS
The temperature (2°F/1°C) trend indicators update every 30 minutes
or less.
Temperature has risen in the past 3 hours.
Temperature has not changed in the past 3 hours.
Temperature has fallen in the past 3 hours.
SEARCH FOR OUTDOOR SENSOR
Hold the +/TEMP button for 3 seconds to search for the outdoor
sensor .
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not mix old and new batteries
Do not mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable Batteries
Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most
suitable for the intended use.
Replace all batteries of a set at the same time.
Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to
battery installation.
Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity
(+and -).
Remove batteries from equipment with is not to be used for an
extended period of time.
Remove expired batteries promptly.
RESTART
If the outdoor temperature displays dashes:
Remove the AC adapter and remove batteries from the projection
alarm &sensor.
Press a button 20 times.
After 15 minutes, return to Step 1 under Get Started.
POSITION OUTDOOR SENSOR
Mount the outdoor sensor on a North-facing wall or in any well
shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is preferred.

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The maximum transmitting range to the atomic projection alarm is
over 300-feet (91 meters) in open air, not including walls.
POSITION PROJECTION ALARM
The projection alarm has a wide base to sit on a desk or table.
Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics such as
cordless phones, wireless gaming systems, televisions,
microwaves, routers, baby monitors, etc., which can prevent
signal reception.
Position near an exterior wall that faces Ft. Collins Colorado for
WWVB time signal reception.
Place within 300 ft. (91 meters) of the outdoor sensor.
Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large
metal objects can reduce the range.
Be aware of electrical wires and plumbing within a wall. This will
interfere with RF (radio frequency) signal reception.
WARRANTY AND SUPPORT
La Crosse Technology, Ltd. provides a 1-year limited time warranty (from date
of purchase) on this product relating to manufacturing defects in materials &
workmanship.
View full warranty details online at:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/warranty_info.pdf
Before returning a product, please contact our friendly customer
support with questions or visit our online help:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2830 South 26th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
Contact Support:
1-608-782-1610
Online Product Support:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support
Product Registration: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register
Protected under U.S. Patents: 5,978,738 | 6,076,044 |RE43903

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SPECIFICATIONS
Indoor:
Temperature Range:
+32°F to +122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
Outdoor:
Temperature Range:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Alkaline Batteries:
-20°F to 140°F (-28.8°C to 60°C)
Lithium Batteries:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
NOTE:
Temperatures below - 20°F
(-28.8°C) require Lithium batteries in the
outdoor sensor.
Distance:
Over 300 ft. (91 meters)
RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
USB Charging Port
USB Output:
1 Amp maximum current
Power:
Projection Alarm
Primary Power:
AC6: HX09-0501500-AU
5-volt AC power adapter (included)
Optional/Battery Backup
Optional 2-AAA, IEC, LR3 batteries
(not included)
TX141v2 Sensor :
2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(not included)
Battery Life:
Projection Alarm
Battery Backup:
Battery life is over 24 months when using
the AC adapter for primary power
TX141v2 Sensor :
Battery life is over 24 months when using
reputable battery brands for both Alkaline
and Lithium batteries
Dimensions:
Projection Alarm:
5.23” L x 1.96” W x 4.33” H
(133 x 50 x 110 mm)
TX141v2 Sensor :
1.57" x 0.79" x 5.12"
(40 x 20 x 130mm)

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FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Caution!
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused
by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could
void the user authority to operate the equipment.
All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in any form, even in
part, or duplicated or processed using electronic, mechanical or chemical
process without the written permission of the publisher.
This booklet may contain errors or misprints. The information it contains is
regularly checked and corrections are included in subsequent editions. We
disclaim any responsibility for any technical error or printing error, or their
consequences.
All trademarks and patents are recognized.
CANADA STATEMENT
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This
device may not cause interference; and(2) This device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.