La Crosse Technology 513-1417 Operating and maintenance manual

Atomic Digital Clock
Table of Contents
Model: 513-1417
Instructional Manual
DC: 061316
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Display Outdoor Temperature or Seconds .................................
LCD Features ........................................................................
Setup ..................................................................................
Atomic Time Signal ...............................................................
Settings: Language, Time, Date, etc. .......................................
Moon Phase ..........................................................................
Set Time Alarm .....................................................................
Deactivate/Activate Alarm ......................................................
Snooze ................................................................................
Indoor/Outdoor Temperature ..................................................
Temperature Trend Arrows .....................................................
Sensor Reception ..................................................................
Low Battery Icon ...................................................................
Mount Temperature Sensor .....................................................
Position Clock .......................................................................
Restart ................................................................................
Care and Maintenance ...........................................................
Specications .......................................................................
Warranty and Support ............................................................
Visit Us on Social Media .........................................................
FCC Statement .....................................................................
Canada Statement ................................................................
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LCD Features
Atomic Time
AM/PM
Temperature Trend
Moon Phase
Indoor Temperature
Atomic Signal Reception
Alarm & Snooze
Low Battery (Clock)
WeekdayButtons (on top)
Sensor Strength
Low Battery (Sensor)
Month/Date
Outdoor Temp or Seconds
This versatile clock allows you to display outdoor temperature or
seconds counting in the outdoor temperature area. Press the +button
to toggle between outdoor temperature or seconds. Clock will stay on
selected option.
Display Outdoor Temperature or Seconds
Outdoor Temperature Seconds Counting
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• Once batteries are installed, the clock will automatically search for
the atomic time signal at UTC 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, and 11:00.
• If there is no WWVB reception, the clock will search for the atomic
time signal every 2 hours until the WWVB time is received.
• After reception, this clock will only search for the atomic signal
after midnight.
• From normal time display, press and release the SET button to
search for the WWVB time signal.
• Please be sure you have selected your time zone from the list in the
Settings menu. When the Atomic time signal is received, the clock
will set to the time zone selected. Default is Eastern Time.
• For information about WWVB visit:
www.nist.gov/pml/div688/grp40/wwvb.cfm
Atomic Time Signal
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Setup
1. Insert 2-AA batteries into the TX141-Bv2 sensor according to
polarity.
2. Insert 2-AA batteries into the clock.
4. After 5 minutes place sensor in a shaded outdoor location.
5. Set time and date.
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To begin: Hold the SET button 3 seconds, then release, to enter the
settings menu:
Settings: Language, Time, Date, etc.
• Hold then release the SET button to enter time set mode.
• Press and release the +or -buttons to adjust the values. Hold to
adjust quickly.
• Press and release the SET button to conrm and move to the next
item.
• Press and release the SNOOZE button at any time to exit.
Time set order:
1. Language (English or Español)
2. Beep ON/OFF
3. Atomic ON/OFF
4. DST ON/OFF (Daylight Saving Indicator)
5. Time Zone
6. 12/24 hour time format
7. Hour
8. Minutes
9. Year
10. Month
11. Date
12. Fahrenheit/Celsius
Note: Only press one button at a time when setting.
2. Beep ON or OFF
1. English or Español
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Note: If Atomic OFF is selected, you will skip DST and Time Zone
and move directly to the 12/24 hour time selection.
Note: Time Zone needs to be
set to your area for the hours
to be correct.
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EST
CST
MST
PST
AKT
HAT
Atlantic
Eastern
Central
Mountain
Pacific
Alaskan
Hawaiian
Time Zone
5. Time Zone-EST (default))
6. 12/24 Hour Time Format
3. Atomic ON or OFF
4. DST ON or OFF
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12. Fahrenheit or Celsius
• Press and release the SET button to conrm and exit the settings
menu.
• Press and release the SNOOZE button at any time to exit.
9. Year 10. Month 11. Date
7. Hour 8. Minutes
New
Moon
Small Waxing
Crescent
Large Waxing
Crescent
First
Quarter
Small Waxing
Gibbous
Large Waxing
Gibbous
Full
Moon
Large Waning
Gibbous
Small Waning
Gibbous
Last
Quarter
Large Waning
Crescent
Small Waning
Crescent
Moon Phase
The moon phase is based on the lunar calendar and the year, month
and date set. Most Internet moon phase calculations are based on the
lunar calendar. There are 12 separate moon phases.
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Set Time Alarm
Note: The alarm will be active when set.
Hold ALARM button 3 seconds:
• Alarm Hour will ash.
• Use the +/- button to adjust.
Press ALARM button:
• Alarm Minutes will ash.
• Use the +/- button to adjust.
Snooze
• When the alarm sounds, press the SNOOZE button to silence the alarm
for 10 minutes.
• The snooze icon Zz will ash.
• Press any button except SNOOZE to silence the alarm for 24 hours.
Deactivate/Activate Alarm
• The alarm is active when set.
• From normal time display, press and release the ALARM button to
view alarm time.
• While viewing alarm time, press and release the ALARM button to
deactivate or activate the alarm.
• The alarm icon (bell) will show when active.
• Press and release the ALARM button to conrm and exit the alarm
menu.
• Press and release the SNOOZE button at any time to exit.
• Alarm is crescendo sound alarm. When the alarm sounds, it
continues for 2 minutes and then shuts off completely.
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Temperature Trend Arrows
The outdoor temperature (2°F / 1°C) trend indicators update every 15
minutes or less. This provides a 1 hour comparison which changes on
every 15 minutes:
Example: At 3:00 - compare to 2:00 data;
at 3:15 -compare to 2:15 ….. etc.
Temperature rose over
the past hour
Temperature is
unchanged over the
past hour
Temperature fell over
the past hour
Indoor/Outdoor Temperature
• Indoor and outdoor temperature are displayed in the lower section of
the clock.
• Select Fahrenheit or Celsius in the Settings menu.
• Temperature trend arrows track temperature over the past hour.
• The outdoor sensor reception signal indicates the connection strength
between sensor and clock.
Sensor Reception
• Hold the - button 3 seconds to search for the sensor.
• The strength signal icon will ash until the sensor signal is received
or for 3 minutes if no signal available.
• The signal will show solid when connected to the sensor.
Temperature Temperature
Trend
Arrows
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Low Battery Icon
Mount Temperature Sensor
• Battery icon by time-Change batteries in the clock.
• Battery icon by outdoor temperature-Change batteries in the sensor.
• Mount the outdoor sensor on a north-facing wall or in any
well-shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is preferred.
• The maximum wireless transmission range to the forecast station is
over 300 feet (91 meters) in open air; this does not include barriers
such as walls or oors.
• Be sure the outdoor sensor is mounted vertically.
Position Clock
The clock has pullout stand to sit on a desk or table, or an opening on
the back to mount on the wall.
• For best Atomic time reception orientate the clock with the front or
the back facing Ft. Collins, Colorado.
• Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics such as cordless
phones, gaming systems, televisions, microwaves, routers etc.
• Place within range of the outdoor sensor (300 feet open air).
Restart
When the outdoor readings show dashes:
• Bring the sensor in the house ve feet from the station.
• Remove batteries from the sensor, and the batteries from the clock.
• Press any button 20 times.
• After 15 minutes insert batteries into the sensor, and into the clock.
• Wait 15 minutes to establish a strong connection. Place sensor outside
in shaded location.
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Specications
Indoor Temp Range: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Outdoor Temp Range: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Distance: Over 300 ft. (91 meters) RF 433MHz (open air)
Power Clock: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
Power TX141-Bv2: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
Battery life Clock: over 12 months with reputable batteries
Battery life TX141-Bv2: over 12 months with reputable batteries
Dimensions Clock: 11.10” W x 1.14” D x 6.75” H
(281.9 W x 28.9 D x 171.5 H mm)
Dimensions TX141-Bv2: 5.12 H x 1.57 W x 0.79 D in
(130 X 39.8 X 20mm)
• 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 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 with correct polarity (+ and -).
• Remove batteries from equipment when it is not to be used for an
extended period of time.
• Promptly remove expired batteries.
Care and Maintenance
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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.
Before returning a product, please contact our friendly
customer support with questions or visit our online help:
Phone: [phone]
Online Product Support:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support
Product Registration:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register
View full warranty details online at:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/warranty_info.pdf
Warranty Address:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2830 S. 26th St.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Protected under U.S. Patents:
5,978,738 | 6,076,044 | RE43903
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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
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and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
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• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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