La Crosse Technology WS-9160U-IT User manual

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Indoor
Temp.
ºF/ºC
Hanging
hole
Battery
compartment
2 “AAA”
Alkaline
batteries.
Foldout
stand
Buttons
Model: WS-9160U-IT
Instruction Manual
DC: 081815
WIRELESS THERMOMETER
Outdoor
Temp.
ºF/ºC +
Channel
Indicator
Time
12/24hr
Battery
compartment
2 “AA”
batteries
TX29U-IT
Temperature
Sensor

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Get Started
Step 1: Insert 2 fresh AA, batteries into the TX29U-IT
sensor according to the polarity marked in the battery
compartment.
Step 2: Insert 2 fresh AAA, Alkaline batteries into the wireless
thermometer according to the polarity markings.
Step 3: After 5 minutes place sensor outside in a shaded location.
Set 12/24 Hour, Temperature Units, Time
1. Hold the SET button to enter time set mode.
2. Press the + button to adjust values.
3. Press the SET button to confirm adjustments and move to next
item.
Settings order:
1. 12/24 Hour Format
2. Hour
3. Minutes
Note: 12h = ºFahrenheit & 24h = ºCelsius
Press SET to exit, or wait 30 seconds without pressing buttons to
return to the normal time display.
Fahrenheit/Celsius
The temperature is displayed in Fahrenheit when in 12-hour time
format and in Celsius in 24-hour time format.
1. Hold the SET button to enter time set mode.
2. 12h or 24h will flash.
3. Press the + button to change the time format
(temperature display).
4. Press the SET button to confirm.
Note: 12h = ºFahrenheit & 24h = ºCelsius

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Low
Battery
Icons
View/Reset MIN/MAX Readings
1. Press the MIN/MAX button once to view the minimum
indoor and outdoor temperature.
2. Press the MIN/MAX button once more to view the maximum
indoor and outdoor temperature.
3. Hold the MIN/MAX button for 3 seconds to reset all MIN/MAX
temperatures.
Note: When using multiple sensors, press the CH button then the
MIN/MAX button to view the MIN/MAX reading on a different
channel
Outdoor Temperature Reception Icon/Channel Indicator
The outdoor temperature reception icon will flash every
second when searching for the sensor.
Once connected, reception icon will show for 3 seconds
once the outdoor temperature update is received.
The channel indicator will show below the outdoor
temperature.
Press the CH button to view sensors on other channels.
Note: Channel 1 will not show if only one sensor is
connected.
Setup with Multiple Sensors
1. Insert batteries into sensor 1
2. Insert batteries into wireless thermometer
3. When outdoor temperature appears, insert batteries into
sensor 2
4. When channel 2 appears insert batteries into sensor 3
5. Keep wireless thermometer and all sensors together for 15
minutes.
Low Battery Icon
When the TX icon is displayed replace
batteries in the outdoor sensor.
When the RX icon is displayed replace
batteries in the wireless thermometer .
Outdoor
Reception
Icon
2
Outdoor
Channel
Icon

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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.
The maximum transmitting range to the wireless thermometer
is over 330 feet (100 meters) in open air, not including walls.
Restart
If the outdoor temperature shows dashes, remove batteries from
the station & outdoor sensor. Press any button on the station 20
times. After 15 minutes, return to Step 1.
Specifications
Indoor:
Temperature Range:
14.2°F to 139.8 °F (-9.9°C to 59.9°C)
Outdoor:
Temperature Range:
-39.8°F to +139.8°F
(-39.9°C to 59.9°C)
Distance:
Over 330 ft. (100 meters)
RF 915MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 4 seconds
Power:
Wireless thermometer
2-AAA, IEC, LR3 batteries
(not included)
TX29U-IT Sensor:
2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(not included)
Battery Life:
Wireless thermometer
Over 12 months
TX29U-IT Sensor:
Over 12 months
Dimensions:
Wireless thermometer :
3.3” x 0.89” x 5.86”
(84 x 22.6 x 149mm)
TX29U-IT Sensor:
1.5” x 0.83” x 5.05”
(38.2 x 21.2 x 128.3mm)

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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.
Warranty and Support Information
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
For warranty work, technical support or other information
contact our friendly support staff:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2830 26th Street S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Contact Support:
1-608-782-1610
Product Registration:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register
Online Product Support:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support
Protected under U.S. Patents:
5,978,738 | 6,076,044 | RE43903

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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.
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