La Crosse Technology 308-1414M User manual

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Model: 308-1414M
Quick Setup Guide
DC: 063014
WIRELESS COLOR WEATHER STATION
FRONT
VIEW
TOP BUTTONS
Color Animated Forecast with Tendency
(All icons shown here)
SENSOR
TX141TH-Bv2
LED
BACK
VIEW
TX
Time, Calendar +
Alarm
Pullout
Stand
Sensor
Battery Cover
Sensor Battery
Compartment
2 “AA”
Indoor
Temperature
with Trend &
Temperature
Alerts
Battery
Compartment
3 “AAA”
Battery
Cover
Remote Humidity
& Trends
Button Press
for Mold Risk
Indicator When
Using Remote
Sensor Indoors
AC Power Jack
GPU280500150WD00
Indoor Humidity
& Trend
Button Press for
Mold Risk
Indicator for
Weather Station
FRONT BUTTONS
Remote
Temperature
with Trend &
Temperature
Alerts
Wall Hanging Holes

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GET STARTED
Step 1: Insert the included 5-volt AC power adapter into the
weather station and then into wall outlet.
Step 2: Insert 3 new “AAA” batteries (not included) into the
weather station. Observe the correct polarity.
Step 3: Insert 2 new “AA” batteries (not included) into
TX141TH-Bv2 sensor. Observe the correct polarity. The
red LED will flash when transmitting.
Restart: If the remote temperature is not displayed after 3
minutes, unplug the AC adapter and remove batteries from the
weather station & sensor and press any button 20 times. After
15 minutes return to Step 1 above.
SET TIME, DATE AND TEMPERATURE UNITS
1. Hold the TIME SET button to enter time set mode.
2. Press the ▼or ▲buttons to adjust the values. Hold for fast
adjustment.
3. Press the TIME SET button to confirm adjustments and
move to the next item.
Settings order:
1. WWVB ON/OFF
2. Time Zone
3. Daylight Saving Indicator ON/OFF
4. 12/24 Hour Time Format
5. Hour
6. Minutes
7. Year
8. Month
9. Date
10. Fahrenheit/Celsius
Press the TIME SET button to exit, or wait 20 seconds without
pressing buttons to return to the normal time display.
SET TEMPERATURE ALERTS
1. Hold the ALERTS button until the station beeps.
2. The temperature alert value will blink in set mode.
3. Press the ▼or ▲buttons to adjust the temperature
alert value.

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4. Press the ALERTS button to confirm. Next, arm the
temperature alerts (see below)
The temperature alert order:
1. Remote High, 2. Remote Low, 3. Indoor High, 4. Indoor Low
Press the ALERTS button to exit, or wait 20 seconds without
pressing buttons to return to normal time display
ARMS/DISARMS TEMPERATURE ALERTS
Press & release the ALERTS button to toggle between the
alerts Remote HI / Remote LOW / Indoor HI / Indoor LOW
Press the ▲button to arm the alert.
Press the ▼button to disarm the alert.
ALERT BELL ICON appears when armed.
ACTIVE TEMPERATURE ALERT
Beeps once per minute with flashing alert bell icon.
Press any button to stop the alert.
Heat Index/Dew Point/Mold Risk
Press the HEAT/DEW button once to view
remote Heat Index.
Press the HEAT/DEW button twice to view
remote Dew Point.
Press the HEAT/DEW button a third time to view indoor
and remote Mold Risk.
VIEW/RESET MIN/MAX VALUES
The station automatically resets minimum and maximum values
daily at midnight (12:00 AM).
Press the ▼button to view minimum values.
Hold the ▼button to reset minimum values.
Press the ▲button to view maximum values.
Hold the ▲button to reset maximum values.

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Alarm
Bell Icon
TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY TREND INDICATORS
The temperature (2°F/1°C) and humidity (3% RH) trend
indicators update every 30 minutes or less.
Temperature has risen in the past 3 hours.
Humidity has risen in the past 3 hours.
Temperature has not changed in the past 3
hours.
Humidity has not changed in the past 3 hours.
Temperature has fallen in the past 3 hours.
Humidity has fallen in the past 3 hours.
SET TIME ALARM
1. Hold the ALARM button to enter alarm time set mode.
2. Press the ▼or ▲buttons to adjust the Alarm Time.
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.
Once activated the bell icon appears.
Press the ALARM button again to deactivate the
alarm. The bell icon will disappear.
SNOOZE (SILENCES ALARM TEMPORARILY)
When alarm sounds, the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to silence
the alarm for 10 minutes.
The alarm icon will flash.
In snooze mode, press any button, except SNOOZE/LIGHT
to stop alarm for one day.
Note: The alarm is crescendo sound. The alarm will sound for 2
minutes and then shut off completely.

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ADJUST BACKLIGHT
When using A/C power:
Press the HI/LOW/OFF button to adjust the backlight:
When using Battery power only:
Press the HI/LOW/OFF button for 10 second backlight.
Animated Forecast Icons
Animated forecast icons use changing atmospheric pressure to
predict weather conditions for the next 12-hours with 70-75%
accuracy.
INTELLIGENT WEATHER FORECAST
This station learns. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for barometric
calibration. This will ensure an accurate personal forecast for
your location.
Forecast Trend Indicators
Rising Pressure
Weather is
Expected to
Improve
Steady Pressure
Weather is
Expected to Stay
the Same
Falling Pressure
Weather is
Expected to Worsen
MANUAL WWVB RADIO-CONTROLLED TIME SEARCH
Press the TIME SET 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
WWVB
Icon
SUNNY PARTLY SUNNY CLOUDY RAINY STORMY SNOWY

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SEARCH FOR REMOTE SENSOR
Hold the HEAT/DEW button to search for the
remote sensor.
The strength signal icon will animate until the sensor signal
is received or for 3 minutes if no signal available.
LOW BATTERY ICON
Low battery icon indicates low battery for station or sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Remote Temperature section,
replace batteries in the remote sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Indoor Temperature section,
replace batteries in the weather station
POSITION REMOTE SENSOR
Outdoor use: Mount the Remote Sensor on a north-facing wall
or in any well shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is
preferred.
Indoor use: Mount the Remote Sensor indoors to monitor high
mold risk areas like in a crawl space or basement.
The maximum wireless transmission range to the weather
station is over 300 feet (91 meters) in open air.
Walls or floors decrease the transmision range.
Be sure the remote sensor is mounted vertically.
WEATHER STATION CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not mix old and new batteries
Do not mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or Rechargeable
Batteries
Do not expose to extreme temperature, vibration or shock.
Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use solvents or scouring
agents.
The product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
The product is not to be used for medical purpose or for public
information. It is intended for home use only.
The specs of this product may change without prior notice.
Improper use or unauthorized opening of housing voids warranty.
If the product is not working properly, change the batteries and/or
check the A/C cord connection.
Low
Battery
Icon

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SPECIFICATIONS
Indoor:
Temperature Range:
+32°F to +122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Humidity Range:
1%-99% (RH)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
Remote:
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 remote sensor.
Humidity Range:
1%-99% (RH)
Distance:
Over 300 ft. (91 meters)
RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 50 seconds
Power:
Forecast Station
Primary Power:
AC#: GPU280500150WD00
5-volt AC power adapter
(included)
Optional/Battery Backup
Optional 3-AAA, IEC, LR3
batteries (not included)
TX141TH-Bv2 Sensor:
2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(not included)
Battery Life:
Forecast Station
Battery Backup:
Battery life is over 24 months
when using the AC adapter for
primary power
TX141TH-Bv2 Sensor:
Battery life is over 12 months
when using reputable battery
brands for both Alkaline and
Lithium batteries
Dimensions:
Forecast Station:
8.34” L x 1.03” W x 5.48” H
(211.836 x 26.162 x 139.192mm)
TX141TH-Bv2 Sensor:
1.57" x 0.79" x 5.12"
(40 x 20 x 130mm)

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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:
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, 6,597,990
FCC STATEMENT
This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) the device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: 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
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