La Crosse Technology WS-6020U-IT User manual

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Model: WS-6020U-IT
Instruction Manual
DC: 112116
Solar Powered Wireless Temperature
Station & Sensor
Get Started
1. Insert the 2 "AA" Rechargeable Alkaline batteries (included) into
the solar station. Observe the correct polarity.
2. Next, slide the battery switch to the SOLAR Position (UP).
3. Gently press the RESET button on the Sensor to activate.
4. After 5 minutes place sensor outside in a shaded location.
Note: Do not use sharp objects to press the RESET button. Use a
small dull pointed object or a straightened paper clip to gently press
the RESET button
Restart: If the outdoor temperature shows dashes, remove batteries
from the temperature station and move battery switch to the DOWN
position. Press any button on the temperature station 20 times. After
15 minutes, return to step 1 above.
TX62U-IT
Sensor
Alkaline
Rechargeable
Batteries NOT
replaceable
Outdoor
Temp
.
Solar
panels
Indoor
Temp.
MIN & MAX
Outdoor or
Indoor Temp
.
Solar panel
2-AA Batteries
Rechargeable
Batteries
Included
RESET
button
Battery
Switch
Note: This station reads in °F only.
Removable
Stand

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Setup with Standard Alkaline Batteries
1. Insert the 2 "AA" Alkaline batteries (not included) into the solar
station. Observe the correct polarity.
2. Gently press the RESET button on the Sensor to activate.
3. After 5 minutes place sensor outside in a shaded location.
MIN/MAX Readings
View: Press the MIN/MAX button to view:
•Outdoor Temperature minimum and maximum.
•Indoor temperature minimum and maximum.
Reset MIN/MAX: Hold the MIN/MAX button for 5 seconds to reset
the indoor and outdoor minimum and maximum temperatures to
current temperatures.
Position Outdoor Sensor
•It is important to place the sensor in a bright environment for the
solar panel to collect enough light to recharge the internal power
cell.
WARNING: Do NOT recharge the
Solar
-rechargeable batteries
(included) outside of this product
because it will damage the batteries
and other charging devices.
SWITCH UP
(SOLAR-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES)
Slide the battery switch to UP position once
solar
-rechargeable batteries are inserted.
SWITCH DOWN
(START
-UP / RESET) (STANDARD ALKALINES)
Slide switch to DOWN position before
(1) start-up / reset or (2) any type of battery replacement

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•Mount the outdoor sensor on a east-facing wall for cool morning
sun or in any well shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is
preferred.
•The maximum transmitting range to the temperature station is
over 200 feet (60 meters) in open air, not including walls.
Low Battery Icon
Displayed when the solar station battery is low.
Rechargeable Batteries: Place solar station under a lamp
(solar panels up) for 24 hours to charge. (Do not place in
battery charger)
Standard Alkaline Batteries: Replace with fresh batteries.
Displayed when the transmitter battery is low.
Place sensor under a lamp (solar panel up) for 24 hours to
charge.
High-efficiency modern solar panels on the solar station and sensor
maintain full charge with minimal light
WARNING!
"Do NOT recharge the included solar rechargeable batteries in
any device other than the product they came with.
Recharging the rechargeable solar batteries in battery chargers
or other third party devices will damage the batteries and
charging device."
Power Save Mode - Solar Station
•The LCD of the solar station will automatically turn OFF if the
environment is dark to save power.
•The LCD will automatically turn ON when the environment is bright
enough.
•This “green” feature is not adjustable.
Note: If the solar panel is facing a permanent strong light source
(e.g., on top of a refrigerator with halogen lamp), please switch the
solar station to alkaline battery mode to avoid over-charging the
re-chargeable alkaline battery.
Stop Mode
If the solar station is placed in a dark environment for 72 hours
continually, the station will go to the stop mode:
•The solar station will not perform any operation and the LCD will
also be OFF.
•Press the MIN/MAX button to wake up the solar station.

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Solar Sensor Operation Modes
The rechargeable Alkaline batteries in the solar sensors are not
replaceable. High-efficiency modern solar panel maintains full charge
with minimal light.
(1) NORMAL MODE:
•Battery voltage is 2.5V or greater.
•Transmits temperature data every 8 seconds.
•Checks the brightness level of the surrounding environment every
5 seconds.
•Transmits every 16 seconds if it detects a dark environment or if
the battery voltage drops below 2.5V.
(2) IDLE MODE:
•Battery voltage drops below 2.4V; the LCD turns off and it does
not transmit data.
•Checks the brightness level of the surrounding environment every
5 seconds.
•If battery voltage rises back to 2.5V or above, it returns to
NORMAL MODE.
•If the environment remains dark for 72 hours, it enters STOP
MODE.
(3) STOP MODE:
•Environment remains dark for 72 hours OR if you manually enter
STOP MODE by covering the solar cell for 10 seconds and then
press the RESET button once.
Note: The LCD will display "StP" then turn off and commence
STOP MODE.
•STOP MODE: the LCD is off and the Sensor does not perform any
normal operations.
•To resume normal operation, charge the Sensor in a bright
environment (next to a 60W light bulb or similar condition) for 24
hours to charge.
•Press the RESET button to return to NORMAL MODE (battery
voltage is higher than 2.5V).
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 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.

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•Ensure the batteries are installed correctly in regard to polarity
(+/-).
•Remove batteries from equipment when it is not to be used for an
extended period.
•Promptly remove expired batteries.
Specifications
Indoor:
Temperature Range: 16°F to +140°F
Indoor Humidity Range: 20%RH to 95%RH
Outdoor:
Temperature Range: -39.2°F to +139.8°F
Distance:
Over 200 ft. (60 meters)
RF 915MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 48 seconds
Power:
Temperature station
2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(Solar Rechargeable batteries included)
TX62U-IT Sensor: Built-in rechargeable alkaline power cell, no
additional batteries necessary
Battery Life:
Temperature station
Over 18 months
TX62U-IT Sensor:
Over 18 months
Dimensions:
Temperature station
:
3.58" x 5.70 " x 1.14"
(90.9 x 144.8 x 28.9 mm)
TX62U-IT Sensor:
1.42" x 4.04" x 0.63"
(128.3 x 36.1 x 16 mm)
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

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Product Registration: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register
Protected under U.S. Patents: 5,978,738 | 6,076,044 | RE43903
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.
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