La Crosse Technology WS-7013U User manual

WS-7013U
Wireless 433 MHz
Temperature Station
Instruction Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Topic Page
Inventory of Contents 1
Quick Setup 2
Detailed Setup Guide
Battery Installation 3-4
Setting the Time 5
Selecting Units of
Measurement
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Features
Minimum and Maximum
Temperatures
6-7
Resetting Minimum and
Maximum Temperatures
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Additional remote control
senders (optional)
7-10
Mounting 10-11
Troubleshooting 12-14
Maintenance and Care 14-15
Specifications 15-16
Warranty Information 17-19

INVENTORY OF CONTENTS
1. The Indoor Temperature Station (Figure
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2. The Remote Control Sensor (TX2U)
and mounting bracket. (Figure 2)
3. 3 each, 1/2” Philips screws.
4. One strip of double sided adhesive tape.
5. Instruction Manual and Warranty Card.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
(not included)
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1. 1 Philips screwdriver.
2. 2 Fresh AAA 1.5V batteries.
3. 2 Fresh AAA 1.5V batteries.
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QUICK SETUP
1. Insert two AAA batteries into the
Remote Control Sender.
2. Insert two AAA batteries into the
Indoor Temperature Station.
3. Wait 5-6 minutes, or until the outdoor
temperature is displayed in the
OUTDOOR LCD of the Temperature
Station.
4. Set the Time
5. Mount units.
(See complete instructions for details).
Note: The Remote Control Sender transmits
a signal every 3 minutes. After the batteries
have been installed, the Indoor Temperature
Station searches for these signals for a
duration of 6 minutes. If there is no
temperature reading in the OUTDOOR LCD
after 6 minutes, make sure the units are
within range of each other, or repeat battery
installation process.

DETAILED SETUP GUIDE
I. BATTERY INSTALLATION
A. REMOTE CONTROL SENDER
Battery cover
Battery compartment
1. Remove the mounting bracket.
2. Remove battery cover
3. Observing the correct polarity, install
2 AAA batteries—make sure they do
not spring free, or start-up problems
may occur. Replace cover.
B. TEMPERATURE STATION
Note: After the batteries are installed, DO
NOT press any buttons. This may interfere
with the signals, causing temperatures to
register incorrectly.
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1. Remove the battery cover on the
backside. To do this, push up and pull
out.
2. Observing
the correct
polarity,
install 2 AA
batteries.
3. Replace
battery
cover.
4. Wait 5-6 minutes or until both indoor
and outdoor temperatures are shown
on the Indoor Temperature Station.
Battery
Cover
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5. The Temperature
Station should now
show: “-:- -” in the
TIME LCD, and
temperatures in the
INDOOR and
OUTDOOR
LCD’s.
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II. TIME
A. SETTING THE TIME
1. Press and
hold the SET
button for 1
second. “12h”
will appear in the TIME LCD.
2. Use the MIN/MAX button to select
either 12h time (am/pm) or 24h time
3. Press the SET button 2 times, the hour
will flash in the upper left corner.
4. Press the MIN/MAX button to set the
hours, press the SET button, and press
the MIN/MAX button to set the
minutes.
5. Press the SET button to activate the
clock.
Note: When in 12h mode, there is only a
“PM” display, which appears under “TIME.”
If there is no display here it is AM. Make
sure you set the time accordingly.

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III. UNITS OF TEMPERATURE
MEASURE
A. SELECTING UNITS OF
MEASUREMENT
1. Press and hold the SET button for 1
second.
2. Press the SET button again. “°F” will
appear in the TIME LCD.
3. Press the MIN/MAX button to shift
between °F and °C.
4. Press the SET button twice to activate
settings.
IV. FEATURES
A. MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM
TEMPERATURES
1. Press the MIN/MAX button. “MIN”
appears in the temperature LCD’s and
the recorded minimum temperatures
are displayed.
2. Press the MIN/MAX button to toggle
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time of occurrence of the value for
outdoor temperature will also flash.
B. RESETTING THE MINIMUM AND
MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
1. To reset both the minimum and
maximum temperatures—press and
hold the RESET/+ button for 4
seconds.
C. ADDING ADDITIONAL
REMOTE CONTROL SENDERS
(OPTIONAL)
1. The WS-7013U is able to receive
signals from 3 different Remote
Control Senders. Following are some
brief instructions for the basic set-up
of Remote Control Sender units with
the WS-7013U. These extra sensors
can be purchased through the same
dealer as this unit, or by contacting
La Crosse Technology directly. A
TX2U will monitor temperature only,
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display the temperature on its LCD,
and the TX3UP will monitor the
temperature via a probe for use in
pools, spas, etc.
2. Note: When setting up multiple
units it is important to remove the
batteries from all existing units in
operation, then to insert batteries first
into all the Remote Control Sender
units, and in numeric sequence.
Second, install batteries into the
Indoor Temperature Station.
Transmission problems will arise if
this is not done correctly and if the
total time for set-up exceeds 6
minutes.
3. It is necessary to remove the batteries
from all units currently in operation.
4. Remove the battery covers to all
Remote Control Sender units.
5. Place all Remote Control Sender units
in a numeric sequential order.
6. In sequential order, install batteries
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procedures seen in section I. A) of the
Detailed Set-Up Guide).
7. Install batteries into the Indoor
Temperature Station.
8. Follow the Detailed Set-Up Guide for
programming and operating
instructions.
D. VIEWING AND OPERATING
WITH MULTIPLE REMOTE
CONTROL SENDER UNITS
1. To view the temperature of a different
Remote Control Sender unit, press the
CH button. A shift from one “boxed”
number to the next should be observed
in the OUTDOOR LCD.
2. To view the Minimum/Maximum
temperature: first select from which
Remote Control Sender to read data
(indicated by the “boxed” number).
Pressing the MIN/MAX button will
toggle through the minimum and
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minimum and maximum outdoor
temperature.
3. To reset the Minimum/Maximum
readings press and the MIN/MAX
button for four seconds.
V. MOUNTING
A. Note: To achieve a true temperature
reading, avoid mounting in direct
sunlight. We recommend that you mount
the Sender on an outside North-facing
wall. The sending range is 80ft;
obstacles such as walls, concrete, and
large metal objects will reduce the range.
Place both units in their desired location
before permanently mounting.
B. REMOTE CONTROL SENDER
1. Remove the mounting bracket from
the Remote Control Sender and mount
with either screws or adhesive tape.
C. THE TEMPERATURE STATION

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1. The Indoor Temperature Station
comes with the table stand already
mounted. If you wish to use the table-
stand, all that is required is to place the
Indoor Temperature Station in an
appropriate location.
2. To wall mount, remove the table
stand. To do this, pull down on the
stand from the rear and rotate forward.
a) Fix a screw (not included) into the
desired wall, and place the
Temperature Station onto the screw
using the hanging hole on the
backside. Gently pull the Station
down to lock the screw into place.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: For problems not solved, please
contact La Crosse Technology via e-mail or
phone, or visit our website,
www.lacrossetechnology.com
Problem: The LCD is faint
Solution:
1) Replace batteries
Problem: No outdoor temperature is
displayed.
Solution:
1) Remove all batteries, reinsert into sender
first, and then display.
2) Place remote sender closer to display.
3) Be sure all batteries are fresh.
4) Place Remote Control Sender and
Weather Station in position so the
straight-line signal is not passing through
more than two or three walls.
Problem: Temperatures do not match if
units are placed next to each other.

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Solution: Each temperature sensor is
manufactured to be accurate to within 1
degree plus or minus and under normal
conditions; so two sensors could be as much
as 2 degrees different. However, the
difference can be exaggerated further
because the sensors are designed for
different working environments. The indoor
sensor is less responsive to ambient air
currents because of the shielding effect of
the display's case. In addition, the case can
act as a heat sink to absorb and store heat
from external sources (i.e. handling of the
case or radiant heat). In addition, the much
greater range of the outdoor temperature
sensor requires a different calibration curve
than the indoor range. Error is usually
greater at the extreme ends of a range,
making it harder to compare different ranges
with different curves. Under non-laboratory
conditions, it is difficult to compensate for
the above factors and obtain an accurate
comparison.

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
INSTRUCTIONS
• Extreme temperatures, vibration, and
shock should be avoided to prevent
damage to the units.
• Clean displays and units with a soft,
damp cloth. Do not use solvents or
scouring agents; they may mark the
displays and casings.
• Do not submerge in water.
• Do not subject the units to unnecessary
heat or cold by placing them in the
oven or freezer.
• Opening the casings invalidates the
warranty. Do not try to repair the unit.
Contact La Crosse Technology repairs.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Transmitting
Frequency
433MHz
Measuring Temperatures
Temperature
Station: Indoor
32°F to 156.2°F with
0.2°F resolution.
(0°C to 69.0°C with
0.1°C resolution).
Temperature
Station: Outdoor
-21.8 °F to 156.2°F with
0.2°F resolution.
(-29.9°C to 69.0°C with
0.1°C resolution).
Temp accuracy +/- 1°F (+/- .5°C).
Transmitting
range
Maximum 80 feet (25m)
open space.
Temperature check
Indoor Every 10 seconds.
Outdoor Three times in 10
minutes.
Batteries—(Alkaline recommended)
Remote Sender 2 x AAA, 1.5V
Temperature 2 x AA, 1.5V

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Dimensions: (L x W x H)
Temperature
Station
2.75 x .92 x 4.3 in.
(excluding table stand)
(90 x 23.6 x 110 mm).
Remote Control
Sender
2.32 x 0.86 x 2.55 in.
(59 x 22 x 65 mm).
Battery life Approximately 1 year.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
La Crosse Technology provides a 1-year warranty
on this weather station. Contact La Crosse
Technology immediately upon discovery of any
defects covered by this warranty.
Before sending the Weather Station in for repairs,
contact La Crosse Technology. The Weather
Station will be repaired or replaced with the same
or similar model.
This warranty does not cover any defects resulting
from improper use, unauthorized repairs, faulty
batteries, or the Weather Stations inability to
receive a signal due to any source of interference.
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY WILL NOT
ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER
SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH
THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF
THIS WEATHER STATION. 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.

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This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You
may also have other rights specific to your State.
Some States do no 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
1116 South Oak Street
La Crescent, MN 55947
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
(warranty work)
[email protected] (information on
other products)
web: www.lacrossetechnology.com