La Crosse Technology 327-1417V2 Operating and maintenance manual

Color Wind Speed Weather Station
Instructional Manual
Model: 327-1417v2 DC:012819
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Contents
Setup Preparation ..........................
Quick Setup ..................................
Buttons .......................................
Settings .......................................
Atomic Time .................................
DST Denition ...............................
Display Icons ................................
Wind Speed Graph .........................
Wind Readings ..............................
Wind History .................................
Reset Wind Speed History ...............
Temperature/Humidity HI | LO Readings
Reset Temperature/Humidity Readings ...
Set Weather Alerts .........................
Weather Alerts ..............................
Active Alert ..................................
Temperature/ Humidity Trend Arrows
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Weather Forecast Icons ...................
Forecast Trend Arrows ...................
Backlight Adjustments ..................
Change Batteries .........................
Sensor Search .............................
Connect Add-on Sensors to Station .
View Channels ..............................
Mounting TX141TH-BCH Sensor .......
Mounting TX144W Wind Sensor .......
Position Weather Station ...............
Replace Wind Cups .......................
Factory Reset | Clear Memory ........
Visit Us on Social Media ................
Care and Maintenance ..................
Specications ..............................
Warranty and Support ...................
FCC Statement .............................
Canada Statement ........................
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Setup Preparation
Items you will need to setup your station (not included):
1. Phillips head screwdriver for assembly.
2. Fresh Batteries:
3 (three) AA alkaline batteries for the station (optional)
2 (two) AA alkaline or lithium batteries for the TH sensor.
2 (two) C alkaline or lithium batteries for the Wind sensor.
For best results:
• Remove weather station and sensors from the package and place together on a table
or bench, within easy reach.
• Place batteries and screwdriver within reach of setup location.
• Keep sensors and weather station within 5-10 feet for at least 15 minutes after
installing batteries. This allows the sensors and station to sync properly and ensures a
strong connection.
Quick Setup
1. Power up: Select channel 1 on the outdoor Thermo-hygro sensor then insert 2-AA
batteries. Insert 2-C batteries into the Wind sensor. Insert the power cable into the
weather station.
2. Congure basic settings. Set Time, Date etc.
3. After 15 minutes, place sensors outside (see mounting instructions on page 14).
Optional: insert 3-AA batteries into the weather station.
Note: Batteries are
not included
TX °C/°F 1 2 3
Optional
Power
Cable
AA
AA
+
-
AA
+
-
+
-
AA AA +
-
+
-
Thermo-hygro sensor
TX141TH-BCHv3
Wind Speed sensor
TX144W
Weather Station
327-1417v2
C C
Red LED on sensors: Both sensors have a red LED light that ashes once during
sensor signal transmission.
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Settings
1. Hold the SET button for 3 seconds to enter time set mode.
2. Press and release the +or -/CH buttons to adjust the values. Hold to adjust quickly.
3. Press and release the SET button to conrm and move to the next item.
Note: Press and release the LIGHT button any time to exit settings.
Settings order:
1. BEEP ON | OFF
2. ATOMIC ON | OFF
3. Time Zone
4. DST ON/OFF
(Daylight Saving Time)
5. 12h/24h hour format
6. Hour
7. Minutes
8. Year
9. Month
10. Date
11. Temperature (C/F)
12. Wind speed select (mph/kmh)
Note: Setting the time zone for your
location assures the time will be correct.
Note: Press only one button at a time while in the settings menu.
Buttons
• Buttons are located on the top of the weather station.
• When entering a settings mode, hold the correct button (SET, ALERTS).
• And press and release the correct SET or ALERT button again to move to the next item
in that setting mode.
• Press and release the +/- buttons to change a setting.
• Press and release the correct button to view readings (Wind, or Temp/Humidity).
Time-zone will be displayed as:
AST: Atlantic Standard Time
EST: Eastern Standard Time
CST: Central Standard Time
MST: Mountain Standard Time
PST: Pacic Standard Time
AKT: Alaska Standard Time
HAT: Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time
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11. Fahrenheit | Celsius
• Press the LIGHT button at any time to exit.
• After 20 seconds with no button press, the station will default back to normal
time display.
5. 12 | 24 Format
Note: The day of the week is set automatically, after Year, Month, and date are specied
To begin: Hold the SET button 3 seconds, then release:
1. BEEP ON | OFF
2. ATOMIC ON | OFF
3. Time Zone
4. DST ON | OFF
6. Hour
7. Minutes
8. Year
9. Month
10. Date
12. MPH | KMH
• The letters DST below the Atomic Tower icon will show when observing
Daylight Saving Time and disappear when observing Standard Time.
• When DST is on, time will adjust automatically according to the DST denition.
DST denition: DST begins at 2:00 am on the 2nd Sunday in March and ends the 1st
Sunday in November
DST Denition
Atomic Time
• The station will search for the atomic time signal at UTC 7:00, 8:00, 9:00,
10:00, and 11:00.
• Press and release the SET button to search manually for atomic time signal.
• For information about WWVB visit: http://bit.ly/AtomicTime
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Kilometers | Miles per hour
Sensor Strength
HI | LO Alert
Fahrenheit | Celsius
Forecast Icon
Percent Humidity
Display Icons
AM | PM
CH 1
Atomic Time
Daylight Saving Time
Channel Indicator
• Wind speed chart will ll to current speed.
Current speed will blink.
Example: 16 mph wind will show lled sections to
10 mph, and 15 mph color segment will ash.
• The units (MPH/KMH) are setup in the settings menu.
Wind Speed Graph
Trend Arrows
CH 1
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Wind Readings
Wind History
Press and release the WIND button to view the maximum wind history values.
• One Hour: past 60 minute period (default Top Speed record, already shown)
• 24 hour: Past 24 hour period, from last record
• 7 Days: Past 7-day period, from last record
• Month: Dened by Calendar Month i.e. January 1 - January 31
• Year: Dened by Calendar Year i.e. January 1 - December 31
Note: After 5 seconds all readings default back to the 1 hour top wind speed.
24 Hours
7 Days
Month
Year
Wind Speed: Highest speed in past 30 seconds
Top Wind Speed: Highest recorded wind speed in
time interval. Default is 1 hour, controlled by the
Wind History feature, details below.
Feels Like Temperature:
Wind Speed | Temperature | Humidity combined
• When outdoor temp is higher than 80˚F, displays
heat index
• When outdoor temp is lower than 50˚F, displays
wind chill
• When outside of the above ranges will display
current outdoor temperature.
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Reset Wind Speed History
• Press the WIND button to view individual wind speed readings.
• Hold the MINUS button for ve seconds to reset each individual value.
• Wind speed reading will reset to current wind speed.
Temperature/Humidity HI | LO Readings
Press and release the TEMP button to view HI/LO temperature and humidity readings
with time/date stamp. Press and release TEMP again to view the next value.
• Outdoor temperature HIGH • Feels like HIGH
• Outdoor temperature LOW • Feels Like LOW
• Outdoor humidity HIGH • Dew Point
• Outdoor humidity LOW
• Indoor temperature HIGH Note: Dew Point Temperature is not
• Indoor temperature LOW time/date stamped.
• Indoor humidity HIGH
• Indoor humidity LOW
Outdoor Temp HI
Outdoor Temp LO
Outdoor Humidity HI
Outdoor Humidity LO
Indoor Temp HI
Indoor Temp LO
Indoor Humidity HI
Indoor Humidity LO
Feels Like HI
Feels Like LO
Dew Point
CH 1CH 1CH 1CH 1
CH 1CH 1CH 1
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Reset Temperature/Humidity Readings:
• Press the TEMP button to view individual HI | LO readings.
• Hold the MINUS button for ve seconds to reset each individual value.
• Individual readings will reset to current temperature, humidity, etc.
Set Weather Alerts
• Hold the ALERTS button for 3 seconds to enter alert set mode.
• High Wind Speed ON | OFF will ash.
Alert ON:
1. Press the +/- buttons to arm the alert.
2. Press the ALERTS button and the alert value will ash
3. Press the +/- buttons to set the alert value (Hold to set quickly).
4. Press ALERTS button to move to next alert.
Alert OFF:
1. Alerts are OFF unless armed. If you do not wish to set an alert, simply press the
ALERTS button again to move to the next alert.
Weather Alerts
Alert OFF use +/- to arm (turn on)
Alert ON use +/- to set value
Here is the setting order for the 9 programmable alerts.
• High Wind Speed ON/OFF (CURRENT wind)
• High Wind Speed Value 0-99mph (0-159kph)
• Outdoor LOW Temperature ON/OFF
• Outdoor LOW Temperature Value -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
• Outdoor HIGH Temperature ON/OFF
• Outdoor HIGH Temperature Value -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
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Active Alert
• When armed alert value is reached, station will beep 5 times each minute, until
out of alert range.
• The ashing alert icon will indicate which alert is sounding.
• Press any button to stop the alert sound.
• The alert icon will ash while value is in alert range.
Disarm Alert:
1. Hold the ALERTS button for 3 seconds to enter alert set mode.
2. Press and release ALERTS button until you see the alert you wish to disarm.
3. Press the +/- buttons to disarm the alert.
4. Press the LIGHT button to exit.
Temperature | Humidity Trend Arrows
• The temperature and humidity trend arrows update every 15 minutes. The trend
reects changes (2°F and 3% humidity) over the past 1 hour. E.g.: At 1:00 - compare
to 12:00 data; at 1:15 compare to 12:15: at 1:30 - compare to 12:30 ….. etc
Up Arrow: Rising Down Arrow: Falling
Right Arrow: Steady
• Outdoor LOW Humidity ON/OFF
• Outdoor LOW Humidity Value 10%RH to 99%RH
• Outdoor HIGH Humidity ON/OFF
• Outdoor HIGH Humidity Value 10%RH to 99%RH
• Indoor LOW Temperature ON/OFF
• Indoor LOW Temperature Value 32°F to 99°F (0°C to 37°C)
• Indoor HIGH Temperature ON/OFF
• Indoor HIGH Temperature Value 32°F-99°F (0°C to 37°C)
• Indoor LOW Humidity ON/OFF
• Indoor LOW Humidity Value 10%RH to 99%RH
• Indoor HIGH Humidity ON/OFF
• Indoor HIGH Humidity Value 10%RH to 99%RH
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• The forecast icons are determined by the station's barometric pressure reading.
• When Outdoor temperature is below 32˚F and the forecast is RAIN or T-STORM, the
station will display SNOW.
Weather Forecast Icons
SUNNY PARTLY CLOUDY CLOUDY
RAIN T-STORM SNOW
Forecast Trend Arrows
Forecast trend arrows indicate the rise and fall of barometric pressure.
Up Arrow: Rising
Weather will improve
Down Arrow: Falling
Weather will worsen
Right Arrow: Steady
No change
Use the power cord for constant backlight:
• Press the LIGHT button on the top of the weather station to adjust the backlight
(HI-LOW-OFF) when using the power cord.
When using battery power only:
• Press the LIGHT button for a 10 second backlight.
Backlight Adjustments
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Change Batteries
TX144W Sensor:
1. Grab the vented portion of the sensor and turn counter clockwise.
2. Remove old batteries and install fresh “C” batteries.
3. Carefully align and turn vented portion clockwise to tighten.
4. Hold the WIND button on the weather station for 3 seconds to search for the sensor.
TX144W Sensor
TX141TH-BCH Sensor
TX141TH-BCH Sensor(s):
1. Slide battery cover down and lift off sensor.
2. Remove old batteries and install fresh “AA” batteries.
3. Hold the TEMP button on the weather station for 3 seconds to search for the sensor.
• Hold the WIND button for 3 seconds to search for the wind sensor.
• Hold the TEMP button for 3 seconds to search for all temp/humidity sensors.
• If the signal is lost, the unit will display the last data recorded for 30 minutes. If the
signal is still not received after this time, dashes will be displayed on screen.
• After 60 minutes, the station will begin to search for the missing signal automatically.
• The signal strength indicators will ash while searching and be solid when connected.
Sensor Search
Channel
Selector
TX button
(Transmission)
Red LED
Flashes during
transmission
AA
1 2 3
AA
AA
AA
Mounting Hole
Wind cups
C
C
Red LED
Flashes during
transmission
Battery cover
Mounting pole
Mounting
Bracket
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• The wind station will accommodate up to two additional (TX141TH-BCHv3)*
Thermo-Hygro sensors on channels 2 & 3.
*Additional sensors sold separately & can be purchased here:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/tx141th-bch-temperature-humidity-sensor
Note: No additional TX144W wind speed sensors may be added.
Connect add-on sensor(s) to the wind station:
1. Remove the battery cover from all add-on sensors (leave off ).
2. Set the rst additional sensor to Channel 2 and insert 2 “AA” batteries.
3. Set the second additional sensor to Channel 3 and insert 2 ““AA”” batteries.
4. Hold the TEMP button on the station for 3 seconds to search for sensors.
5. Press the TX button on each sensor.
6. When connection is established, the temperature and humidity for each of the
selected channels will appear.
7. Install the battery covers on each sensor.
8. Keep sensors and the wind station 5-10 feet apart for 15 minutes for a solid
connection.
9. After 15 minutes, place the remote sensors in appropriate shaded locations.
10. Press and release the -/CH button to view channels 1,2 or 3 on the wind station.
Note: CH 1 will show consistently. CH 2 and CH 3 will only show if sensors are
connected to the station on those channels.
Connect Add-on Sensors to Station
• Press the -/CH button to toggle between
remote sensor channels when multiple
sensors are used.
• Channels are indicated with CH 1, CH 2 or
CH 3, in the outdoor temperature area.
View Channels (when add-on sensors in use)
CH 1
Note: When using multiple TH sensors,
select the channel by pressing the
-/CH button prior to viewing HI | LO
readings or setting temperature/humidity
Alerts
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Mounting TX141TH-BCHv3 Sensor
Wind cups
AA
AA
C
C
Red LED
Flashes during
transmission
Mounting TX144W Sensor
• To mount the sensor, use the hole at the top to
either hang it from the back using a nail, or
inserts one mounting screw through the front
• Mount the TX141TH-BCHv3 sensor on a
north-facing wall or in any shaded area. Under an
eave or deck rail is preferred.
• The maximum wireless transmission range to
the weather station is over 330 feet
(100 meters) in open air, not including walls
or oors.
• Be sure the sensor is mounted vertically, to
allow moisture to drain out properly.
• http://bit.ly/TH_SensorMounting
Mounting Hole
Battery cover
Mounting pole
Mounting
Bracket
Side Mount
Option
• For the most accurate wind speed readings,
mount the TX144W sensor as the highest object
for 50 feet in all directions.
• Mount sensor vertically with the wind cups on top.
• The maximum wireless transmission range to the
wind station is over 330 feet (100 meters) in
open air, not including walls or trees.
1. Insert mounting pole into sensor.
2. Tighten screws
3. Insert bottom of pole into mounting bracket
4. Tighten knob to secure
5. Use screws through the bottom of the mounting
bracket to attach.
6. The sensor can be mounted from the bottom or
side.
Alternatively:
1. Insert your own mounting pole into the sensor.
2. Tighten screws
3. Mounting bracket would not be used.
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Position Weather Station
• Pull out the stand and place on a at surface.
• Or use the two hanging holes on the back to mount on the wall, near an outlet for
constant backlight.
1. Choose a location 6 feet or more away from electronics such as cordless phones,
gaming systems, televisions, microwaves, routers, etc.
2. Place within range of the outdoor sensors (330 ft, 100m open air).
3. Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete, and large metal objects can
reduce the range.
4. For best WWVB reception, orientate the weather station with the front or back of the
station facing Ft. Collins, Colorado.
1. Loosen the screw
2. Remove cups
3. Install new cups
4. Tighten screw
Note: The screw in the wind cups will t snugly on the at side of the metal stem on
the wind sensor.
Flat Side Of
Stem Up
Insert and Attach
Flat End up
Replace Wind Cups
Factory Reset/Clear Memory
1. Hold down both the LIGHT and ALERTS button together for 5 second. This will clear
all recorded weather data and reset the station's settings back to default
2. The weather station will fully populate, clear all records, then return to a normal
display and search for outdoor sensors.
3. While searching for the outdoor sensors the Wind Speed, and Outdoor
Temperature/Humidity will show dashes.
4. Once connected to the outdoor sensors (allow 3 minutes) the Wind Speed, and
Temperature/Humidity will show current readings.
5. In the absence of wind this reading will show 0.00.
Dashes = Not connected to sensor
0 or current readings = Connected to sensor.
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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 intended use.
• Replace all batteries of a set at the same time
• Promptly remove expired batteries.
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Specications
Indoor
Temperature Range 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Humidity Range 10% to 99% RH
Update Interval About every 60 seconds
Thermo-hygro Sensor
Temperature Range -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Humidity Range 10% to 99% RH
Update Interval About every 58 seconds
Wind Speed Sensor
Wind Speed Range 0-111.8 mph (0-180 kMh)
Transmission Range 330 feet (100 meters) RF 433MHz
Update Interval About every 30 seconds
Transmission Range 330 feet (100 meters) RF 433MHz
Weather Station 5.0 Volt 150mA adapter included (Primary)
AC6: GPU280500150WAOO
Optional: 3-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
TX144W Wind sensor 2-C, IEC, LR14 batteries (not included)
TX141TH-BCHv3 sensor 2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not included)
Battery Life
Weather Station over 12 months when using adapter
TX144W Wind sensor over 24 months with reputable batteries
TX141TH-BCHv3 sensor over 24 months with reputable batteries
Dimensions
Weather Station 6.37” H x 6.88” W x 1.33” D in (16.18 cm H x 17.48 cm W x 3.38 cm D)
TX144W Wind sensor 11.94” H x 6.24” W x 5.63” D (30.33 cm H x 15.85 cm W x 14.30 cm D)
TX141TH-BCHv3 sensor 5.12" H x 1.57" W x 0.79" D (13 cm H x 4.0 cm W x 2.0 cm D)
Power
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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 or visit our online help:
Phone: [phone]
Online: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/
View full warranty details online at:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/warranty_info.pdf
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 changes or modications to this
equipment. Such changes or modications could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this
transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter
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 licence-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.
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102
RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment
should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
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