La Crosse Technology WS6821A User manual

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Model: WS6821A
Quick Setup Guide
WIRELESS COLOR FORECAST STATION
FRONT VIEW
Forecast icons:
Sunny
Partly Sunny
Cloudy
Rainy
Stormy
(All icons are
shown in this
illustration) (All
icons are
shown in this
illustration) (All
icons are
shown in this
illustration)
Outdoor readings:
Temperature
Humidity
Heat Index
Dew Point
MIN/MAX
Channel Indicator
Indoor readings:
Temperature
Humidity
Heat Index
Dew Point
MIN/MAX
Time, Alarm Time
Calendar +
Weekday
Heat
Index
Dew
Point
Outdoor readings:
Temperature
Humidity
Heat Index
Dew Point
MIN/MAX
Channel Indicator

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SNOOZE/LIGHT
Sensor Battery
Compartment
2 “AA”
SENSOR
TX141TH-BCH
LED
TX
BUTTONS
Battery
Compartment
3 “AA”
Note: The forecast station is
sold with TX141TH-BCH
sensor
BACK
VIEW
AC Power
Jack DC 5.0V
HX018050015
0D2E
KCAD-
0500150

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GET STARTED
Step 1: Insert the included 5-volt AC power adapter into forecast station
and then into wall outlet.
Step 2: Insert 3 new AA batteries (not included) into the forecast station.
Observe the correct polarity.
Step 3: Insert 2 new AA batteries (not included) into the outdoor sensor.
Observe the correct polarity. The red LED will flash when
transmitting.
Restart: If the outdoor temperature is not displayed after 3 minutes,
remove batteries from the station & sensor and press a button 20 times.
After 15 minutes, return to Step 1 above.
SET TIME, DATE AND OTHER FEATURES
Hold the SET button to enter time set mode.
1. Press the + or -/℃/℉buttons to adjust values.
2. Press the SET button to confirm adjustments
and move to the next item.
3. Press and release the UP or DOWN button to select the desired
weekday language: FR (French), GE (German), IT (Italian), NE
(Dutch), ES (Spanish), DA (Danish), and EN (English). Press and
release the SET button to continue.
Time set order :
1, Beep ON/OFF 2, Weekday language, default French 3, 12/24-Hour
4, Hour 5, Minutes 6, Year 7, Month 8, Date
Press the SNOOZE/LIIGHT/ button at any time to exit or wait 20 seconds
without pressing buttons to return to the normal time display.

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Alarm
Bell Icon
Note: When in setting mode of any feature, all the rest of the information
of the LCD would disappear, only concentrate in the setting of the
feature.
FAHRENHEIT/CELSIUS
Press the -/ºC/ºF button to select Fahrenheit or Celsius
temperature display.
SET TIME ALARM
1. Hold the ALARM button to enter alarm time set mode.
2. To adjust ALARM TIME press the + or -/ºC/ºF buttons.
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, press the LIGHT/SNOOZE button to silence the
alarm for 10 minutes.
The alarm icon will flash.
In snooze mode, press any button to stop alarm for one day.

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Note: The alarm is crescendo sound. The alarm will sound for 2 minutes
and then shut off completely.
ADJUST BACKLIGHT
When using A/C power:
Press the LIGHT HI/LO button to adjust the backlight brightness.
Hold the HOLD ON/OFF button and the backlight will turn off
completely. Hold again to turn on the backlight.
When using Battery power only:
Press the LIGHT HI/LO button for 8 second
backlight.
FORECAST ICONS
The forecast station uses 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.
HEAT INDEX/DEW POINT
Press the HEAT/DEW button once to view Heat Index.
Press the HEAT/DEW button twice to view Dew Point.
VIEW/RESET MIN/MAX VALUES

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The station automatically resets minimum and maximum
values daily at midnight (0:00).
Press the MIN/MAX button to view maximum values.
Hold the MIN/MAX button to reset maximum values.
Press the MIN/MAX button to view minimum values.
Hold the MIN/MAX button to reset minimum values.
CHANNEL SCROLL-AUTO
The word AUTO will appear in the outdoor temperature/humidity area
when multiple sensors are received and the forecast station is
set to scroll through the channels automatically.
Press the CH button repeatedly until AUTO is displayed. The
forecast station will rotate through all available channels.
Press the CH button once to display only one channel continually.
Note: When only one sensor is connected, you may not see other
channels.
The forecast station can receive up to 3 outdoor sensors: TX141TH-BCH
Select a separate channel on each outdoor sensor.
Install batteries in all the sensors.
Hold the CH button for 5 seconds and the forecast station will search
for all outdoor sensors.
Press the TX button once on each sensor to send a signal.
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.

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The maximum transmitting range to the forecast station is over 90
meters (300 feet) in open air, not including walls.
POSITION THE FORECAST STATION
The forecast station has a wide base to sit on a desk or table.
Choose a location 2 meters or more from electronics such as
cordless phones, gaming systems, televisions, microwaves, routers
etc.
Place within range of the outdoor sensor.
The maximum transmitting range in open air is 300 feet (90 meters).
Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal
objects can reduce the range.
SPECIFICATIONS
Indoor:
Temperature Range:
0°C to 50°C (+32°F to +122°F)
Humidity Range:
1%-99% (RH)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
Outdoor:
Temperature Range:
-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Alkaline Batteries:
-28.8°C to 60°C (-20°F to 140°F)
Lithium Batteries:
-40°C to 60°C(-40°F to 140°F)
NOTE:
Temperatures below - 20°F (-28.8°C)
require Lithium batteries in the outdoor
sensor.
Humidity Range:
1%-99% (RH)
Distance:
Over 90 meters (300 ft.)
RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 50 seconds
Power:
Forecast Station
Primary Power:
HX0180500150D2E
5-volt AC power adapter (included)

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Optional/Battery Backup
Optional 3-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries (not
included)
TX141TH-BCH 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-BCH Sensor:
Battery life is over 12 months when
using reputable battery brands for both
Alkaline and Lithium batteries
Dimensions:
Forecast Station:
5.9” L x 2.36” W x 5.9” H
(150 x 60 x 150mm)
TX141TH-BCH Sensor:
1.57" x 0.79" x 5.12"
(40 x 20 x 130mm)
LOW BATTERY ICON
Low battery icon indicates low battery for station or sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Outdoor Temperature section,
replace batteries in the outdoor sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Indoor Temperature section,
replace batteries in the Forecast Station.
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances.
Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and/or in unauthorized
grounds strongly damages the environment.
Please contact your local or/and regional authorities to retrieve the
addresses of legal dumping grounds with selective collection.
All electronic instruments must from now on be recycled. User shall
take an active part in the reuse, recycling and recovery of the electrical
and electronic waste.
Low Battery
Icon

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The unrestricted disposal of electronic waste may do harm on public
health and the quality of environment.
As stated on the gift box and labeled on the product, reading the “User
manual” is highly recommended for the benefit of the user. This
product must however not be thrown in general rubbish collection
points.
The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any
incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an
inaccurate reading take place.
This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of the
temperature.
This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public
information.
The specifications of this product may change without prior notice.
This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children.
No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization
of the manufacturer.
R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
Summary of the Declaration of Conformity : We hereby declare that this
wireless transmission device does comply with the essential requirements of
R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.