La Crosse Technology 308-179 User manual

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Wireless Temperature Station
Model: 308-179 | Quick Setup Guide
The Wireless Temperature Station features manual set time, date,
alarm with snooze, indoor and outdoor temperature with high and
low outdoor temperature alarms. Large temperature digits provide
temperature at a glance. Wireless transmission range of over 200
feet (60 meters) in open air, from transmitter to temperature station.
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS STEP BY STEP
STEP 1:
•Remove battery cover from the Temperature Station. Slide tab
down and pull out to remove the
battery cover.
•Insert 2 NEW AA batteries (not
included) into the back of the
Temperature Station. Observe the
correct polarity (see marking inside
the battery compartment).
•The Temperature Station will light up
and show, indoor temperature.
•Do Not Mix Old and New Batteries
•Do Not Mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable
Batteries
STEP 2:
•Ensure that the transmitter is within 10 feet of the
Temperature Station.
•Remove battery cover from TX141-AV2 transmitter:
Slide the battery cover down and lift off the front of the
transmitter.
•Insert 2 NEW AA batteries into the transmitter.
Observe the correct polarity.
•Within 3 minutes the Temperature Station will show readings in
the outdoor temperature area on the LCD.
Note: Allow the Temperature Station and the transmitter to stay
within 10 feet of each other for the first 15 minutes of set up.
TRANSMITTER SIGNAL STRENGTH
zAfter the batteries are inserted, the weather station will search
for the outdoor temperature transmitter for 3 minutes.
zThe antenna symbol will flash during reception, and
temperature display will be dashes “---“.
zThe antenna symbol will scroll during signal synchronization.
zIf synchronization fails once, the antenna will lose one bar.
zIf synchronization fails twice, the antenna will lose two bars.
zIf reception continuously fails to receive 5 times, the antenna
symbol will be shown as .
zThe antenna will show full display with successful RF
(radio frequency) reception.
TROUBLESHOOTING
zIf the outdoor temperature is not displayed after three minutes,
hold the SENSOR SEARCH button on the temperature station
for three seconds to search for outdoor transmitter.
zNext remove the battery cover from the
TX141-Av2 transmitter then press the TX
button to send a signal.
zIf it still does not receive the outdoor
temperature, remove the batteries from both the temperature
station and the transmitter for 15 minutes repeat setup
instructions from step 1.
zThe maximum transmitting range in open air is over 200-feet (60
meters). Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete,
and large metal objects can reduce the range.
TIME/DATE
The TIME/DATE button moves through the
program menu and confirm settings.
The UP arrow (on back) will increase a selected
value.
The DOWN arrow (on back) will decrease a
selected value.
SET TIME/DATE
Hold the TIME/DATE button for three seconds to enter time set
mode.
zYEAR: The Year will flash, use the ARROW buttons to choose
the year, and press the TIME/DATE button to confirm and move
to the month.
zMONTH: The Month will flash, use the ARROW buttons to
choose the month, and press the TIME/DATE button to confirm
and move to the date.
zDATE: The Date will flash; use the ARROW buttons to choose
the date. Press the TIME/DATE button to confirm and move to
12/24 hour time format.
z12/24-HOUR: The time format 12H will flash, use the ARROW
buttons to choose 12-hour or 24-hour time format and press the
TIME/DATE button to confirm and move to hour.
zHOUR: The Hour will flash, use the ARROW buttons to choose
the hour, and press the TIME/DATE button to confirm and move
to minutes.
zMINUTES: The Minutes will flash, use the ARROW buttons to
choose the minutes, and press the TIME/DATE button to
confirm and move to Fahrenheit/Celsius.
zFAHRENHEIT/CELSIUS: °F or °C will flash. Use the ARROW
buttons to select Fahrenheit or Celsius. Press and release the
TIME/DATE button to confirm and exit the program menu.
Note: When no buttons are pressed for ten seconds, the
Temperature Station will save the last change and default back to
normal time and temperature display mode.
TIME ALARM

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The TIME ALARM button moves through alarm set
mode and confirms settings.
The UP arrow (on back) will increase a value.
The DOWN arrow (on back) will decrease a value.
SET ALARM
From normal time and temperature display mode, press and
release the TIME ALARM button once to show alarm time. Hold
the TIME ALARM button for three seconds to enter alarm set
mode.
zHOUR: The Hour will flash, use the ARROW buttons to set the
hour, and press TIME ALARM button to confirm. Then press the
TIME ALARM button again switch to minute setting.
zMINUTES: The Minutes will flash, use the ARROW buttons to
set the minutes, and press TIME ALARM button to confirm.
zPress the TIME/DATE button to return to normal mode
Note: When no buttons are pressed for ten seconds, the
Temperature Station will save the last change and default back to
normal time and temperature display mode,.
ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE ALARM
zFrom normal time and temperature display mode, press and
release the TIME ALARM button once to show alarm time.
zPress and release the TIME ALARM button repeatedly to turn
the alarm ON/OFF. The alarm icon appears when alarm is
activated.
SNOOZE
When the alarm sounds press the TIME ALARM button to snooze
the alarm for 10 minutes. The snooze option can be repeated three
times.
Note: while the alarm sounds press any button except the TIME
ALARM button to turn the alarm off.
LOW BATTERY
•When this low battery icon appears in the indoor (IN) reading
section, replace the batteries in the weather station.
•When this low battery icon appears in the outdoor (OUT)
readings section, replace the batteries in the outdoor transmitter.
MIN/MAX TEMPERATURE
The Temperature Station will show the daily minimum and
maximum temperatures each day starting at midnight (12:00 AM).
The Temperature Station automatically resets the min/max
temperatures at midnight (12:00 AM).
•View MIN data: Press and release the MIN button to
view the minimum Indoor and Outdoor
Temperatures.
•Reset MIN data: Hold the MIN button for 3 seconds
and the Indoor and all Outdoor Minimum Temperatures will be
reset to current temperatures.
•View MAX data: Press and release the MAX button
to view the maximum Indoor and Outdoor
Temperatures.
•Reset MAX data: Hold the MAX button for 3 seconds
and the Indoor and all Outdoor Maximum
Temperatures will be reset to current temperatures.
Note: When no buttons are pressed for ten seconds,
the weather station will return to display the current temperature.
TEMPERATURE ALERTS
Alert values are set when they flash in the outdoor temperature
area. Temperature alerts are turned on or off in the Temperature
Alert box.
One or all the temperature alerts may be set.
Range for outdoor temperature alert:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
SELECT TEMPERATURE ALERT VALUES
Hold the TEMPALERTS button for three
seconds, until the temperature station beeps,
to enter alert setting.
zOUTDOOR HI alert will flash where the outdoor
temperature shows. Press theARROW buttons to set the
alert value, and press the TEMP ALERTS button to confirm.
Then press the TEMP ALERTS button again switch to
OUTDOOR LOW setting.
zOUTDOOR LO alert will flash where the outdoor
temperature shows. Press theARROW buttons to set the
alert value, and press the TEMP ALERTS button to confirm
and exit.
Note: After selecting temperature alert values use the next step to
turn individual alerts ON or OFF.
TEMPERATURE ALERTS ON/OFF
From normal time and temperature display mode, press and
release the TEMP ALERTS button to toggle between:
oOutdoor HI
oOutdoor LO
zPress the UPARROW button (Alert ON) to turn the selected
alert ON. The alert icon appears when alarm is activated.
zPress the DOWN ARROW button (Alert OFF) to turn the
selected alert OFF.
Note: When no temperature alerts are set the
Temperature Alert area will show OFF.
TEMPERATURE ALERT SOUNDS
zWhen temperature alert is ringing, corresponding alert
icon will flash.
zThe alert will ring for five seconds every minute, until the
temperature is out of alert range.
zPress any button to stop alert. The alert icon will still show.
zTurn alert OFF: In normal mode, press and release the TEMP
ALERTS button to select the alert to turn off. With HI or LO alert
selected, press the DOWN ARROW button to turn that alert OFF.
TEMPERATURE TREND ARROWS
The indoor and outdoor temperature trend arrows will update every
30 minutes or less. These trends represent temperature changes
over the past three hours.
UP: Temperature rising more than 2°F/1°C in the past
three hours
RIGHT: Temperature has not changed more than
2°F/1°C in the past three hours.
DOWN: Temperature falling more than 2°F/1°C in the
past three hours
POSITION THE TEMPERATURE STATION

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Choose a location for the Temperature Station that is within range
(200 feet, 60 meters) of the outdoor transmitter. The
Temperature Station has a built in base to sit on a table
or desk.
•Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics
such as cordless phones, gaming systems,
televisions, microwaves, routers, baby monitors, etc.,
which can prevent signal reception.
•Be aware of electrical wires and plumbing within a
wall.
•Best reception is achieved when the front or the back
of the Temperature Station is facing the outdoor transmitter.
This allows a larger portion of the antenna to receive a signal.
POSITION THE WIRELESS OUTDOOR TRANSMITTER
Once the Temperature Station shows the outdoor temperature,
place it and the transmitter in the desired locations and wait
approximately 1-hour before permanently mounting the transmitter
to ensure that there is proper reception. The transmitter should be
mounted vertically, in a shaded, protected area, at least 6 feet from
the ground to avoid damage and ensure accurate readings. The
transmitter is water resistant, not waterproof and should not be
placed anywhere it will become submerged in water or subject to
standing water or snow.
Choose a location for the transmitter that is within range of the
Temperature Station and under an overhang for
accuracy.
Option 1:
•Install one mounting screw (not included) into a
wall leaving approximately ½ of an inch (12.7mm)
extended.
•Place the transmitter onto the screw, using the
hanging hole on the backside.
•Gently pull the transmitter down to lock the screw
into place.
Option 2:
•Insert the mounting screw (not included) through the front of the
transmitter and into the wall.
•Tighten the screw to snug (do not over tighten).
To achieve a true temperature reading, mount where direct
sunlight cannot reach the outdoor transmitter. Mount the outdoor
transmitter on a North-facing wall or in any well shaded area.
Under an eave or deck rail work well. The maximum transmitting
range in open air is over 200-feet (60 meters). Obstacles such as
walls, windows, stucco, concrete, and large metal objects can
reduce the range. Place the transmitter at least 6 feet in the air to
improve signal transmission.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
•Do Not Mix Old and New Batteries
•Do Not Mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable
Batteries
•Do not expose the weather station to extreme temperatures,
vibration or shock.
•Keep weather station dry.
•Clean weather station with a soft damp cloth. Do not use
solvents or scouring agents.
•The weather station is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
•The weather station is not to be used for medical purpose or for
public information; it is for home use only.
•The specifications of this weather station may change without
prior notice.
•Improper use or unauthorized opening of housing will void the
warranty.
•If the weather station does not work properly, change the
batteries.
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)
Distance: Over 300 ft. (100 meters)
RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval: About every 50 seconds
Power:
Temperature Station: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(not included)
TX141-Av2 Transmitter: 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(not included)
Battery Life:
TX141-Av2 Transmitter
Battery Life: Battery life is over 24 months when
using reputable Alkaline battery
brands.
Temperature Station
Battery Life: Battery life is over 12 months when
using reputable Alkaline battery
brands.
Dimensions:
Temperature Station: 4.27”L x 1.48”W x 3.88”H
(108 x 38 x 99 mm)
TX141-Av2
Transmitter: 1.57" L x 0.79" W x 5.12" H
(40 x 20 x 130 mm)
WARRANTY INFORMATION
La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on
this product against manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship.
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is
valid only on products purchased and used in North America and
only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty
service, the purchaser must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for
problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service
can only be performed by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized
service center. The original dated bill of sale must be presented
upon request as proof of purchase to La Crosse Technology, Ltd
or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at
our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or
reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the
limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and
products become the property of La Crosse Technology, Ltd and
must be returned to La Crosse Technology, Ltd. Replacement
parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or
ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd
will pay all expenses for labor and materials for all repairs covered
by this warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by this
warranty, or if a product is examined which is not in need or repair,
you will be charged for the repairs or examination. The owner
must pay any shipping charges incurred in getting your La Crosse
Technology, Ltd product to a La Crosse Technology, Ltd
authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay

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ground return shipping charges to the owner of the product to a
USA address only.
Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects in
material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions:
(1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect
(including the lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance); (2)
damage occurring during shipment (claims must be presented to
the carrier); (3) damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or
decorative surface; (4) damage resulting from failure to follow
instructions contained in your owner’s manual; (5) damage
resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by
someone other than an authorized La Crosse Technology, Ltd
authorized service center; (6) units used for other than home use
(7) applications and uses that this product was not intended or (8)
the products inability to receive a signal due to any source of
interference.. This warranty covers only actual defects within the
product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal
from a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims
based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations
resulting from installation-related circumstances.
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME
LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR
OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE
OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS
PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR
FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY.
KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have
other rights specific to your State. Some States do not allow the
exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the
above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you.
For warranty work, technical support, or information contact:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2817 Losey Blvd. S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Contact Support: 608-782-1610
Product Registration:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register
The complete instruction manual is available
at: www.lacrossetechnology.com/308-179
Protected under U.S. Patents:
5,978,738
6,076,044
6,597,990
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.
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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
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 handbook must not be reproduced in any
form, even in excerpts, or duplicated or processed using electronic,
mechanical or chemical procedures without written permission of
the publisher.
This handbook may contain mistakes and printing errors. The
information in this handbook is regularly checked and corrections
made in the next issue. We accept no liability for technical
mistakes or printing errors, or their consequences.
All trademarks and patents are acknowledged.
IC RSS warning
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard (s). 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only
operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain
approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its
gain should be so chosen that, the equivalent isotropically radiated
power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent
émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et
d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par
Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le
type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope

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rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité
nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number,
or model number if Category II) has been approved by Industry
Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the
maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for
each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list,
having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that
type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numéro
de certification ou son numéro de modèle s'il fait partie du matériel
de catégorie I) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour
fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et
ayant un gain admissible maximal etl'impédance requise pour
chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette
liste,
ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont
strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
IC exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme avec IC les limites d'exposition aux
rayonnements définies pour un contrôlé environnement.
Cet émetteur ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionner en
conjonction avec une autre antenne ou émetteur.
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