Oregon Scientific RAR681 User manual

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Digital Thermometer with Ice Alert
and Clock
Model: RAR681
USER MANUAL
CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................... 2
Overview .................................................................... 2
Front view ............................................................... 2
Back view ............................................................... 3
Remote sensor (THN132N) ................................... 3
Getting started .......................................................... 3
Power ..................................................................... 3
Remote sensor .......................................................... 4
Sensor data transmission ....................................... 5
Clock .......................................................................... 5
Alarm ......................................................................... 6
Temperature .............................................................. 6
Temperature trend .................................................. 6
Ice warning ............................................................. 6
Hi / Lo temperature alarm ...................................... 7
Reset .......................................................................... 7
Precautions ............................................................... 7
Specifications ........................................................... 8
About Oregon Scientific .......................................... 8
EU-Declaration of Conformity ................................. 9
FCC Statement .......................................................... 9
Declaration of Conformity ....................................... 9
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OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
1. Sensor low battery warning
2. Outdoor temperature trend icon
3. Hi / lo alarm is displayed
4. Ice warning is active
5. Channel number and sensor reception status
6. Maximum / minimum outdoor temperature reading
7. Outdoor temperature reading
8. Alarm is set
9. Alarm is displayed
10. 12-hour clock
11. Indoor temperature display icon
12. Indoor temperature trend icon
13. Main unit low battery warning
14. Maximum / minimum indoor temperature reading
15. Indoor temperature reading
16. Time, alarm and date
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ Digital
Thermometer with Ice Alert and Clock (RAR681). The
main unit can support up to 3 sensors. To purchase
additional sensors, please contact your local retailer.
NOTE Please keep this manual handy as you use
your new product. It contains practical step-by-step
instructions, as well as technical specifications and
warnings you should know about.
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BACK VIEW
1. TEMP HI / LO : Change settings or enable /
disable hi or lo temperature alarm for channel 1
2. / : Increase / decrease setting
3. CHANNEL: Switch remote sensor display
4. MODE: Change settings / display
5. ALARM: View alarm status; set alarm
6. Battery compartment
7. MEM: View current, maximum and minimum
temperature
8. °C / °F: Select temperature unit °C / °F
9. RESET: Reset unit to default settings
REMOTE SENSOR (THN132N)
1. LED indicator 1. Wall mount
2. Battery compartment
3. Battery door
4. Table stand
5. RESET
6. CHANNEL switch
GETTING STARTED
POWER
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity
(+ and -).
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1 2 3
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NOTE Install batteries in the remote sensor before the
main unit. Press RESET after each battery change. Do
not use rechargeable batteries. We recommend that
you use alkaline batteries with this product for longer
usage and lithium batteries in temperatures below
freezing.
shows when batteries are low.
UNIT LOCATION
Main Indoor temperature area
Remote Outdoor temperature area
REMOTE SENSOR
The sensor collects temperature readings approx.
every 40 seconds and sends them to the main unit. The
main unit can collect data from up to 3 sensors.
To set up the sensor:
1. Slide open the battery door.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarity (+ / -).
Press RESET after each battery change.
3. Select a channel. Make sure you use a different
channel for each sensor.
4. Close the battery compartment.
5. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount or table stand.
For best results:
• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.
• Do not place the sensor more than 30 meters (100
feet) from the main (indoor) unit.
• Position the sensor so that it faces the main (indoor)
unit, minimizing obstructions such as doors, walls,
and furniture.
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• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view to
the sky, away from metallic or electronic objects.
• Position the sensor close to the main unit during
cold winter months as below-freezing temperatures
may affect battery performance and signal
transmission.
The transmission range may vary depending on many
factors. You may need to experiment with various
locations to get the best results.
Standard Alkaline batteries contain significant
amounts of water. Because of this they will freeze
in low temperatures of approximately -12°C (10°F).
Disposable Lithium batteries have a much lower
threshold for temperature with an estimated freezing
range of below -30°C (-22°F).
Wireless ranges can be impacted by a variety of factors
such as extremely cold temperatures. Extreme cold
may temporarily reduce the effective range between the
sensor and the base station. If the unit’s performance
fails due to low temperature, the unit will resume proper
functioning as the temperature rises to within the
normal temperature range (i.e. no permanent damage
will occur to the unit due to low temperatures).
SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION
The reception icon in the outdoor temperature area
shows the status.
ICON DESCRIPTION
Main unit is searching
for the sensor(s)
A channel has been found
and sensor signal is being
received
and - -.- The sensor cannot be found.
(Outdoor Search for the sensor or
temperature area) check batteries
To search for a sensor:
Simultaneously, press and hold MEM and CHANNEL
for 2 seconds.
NOTE If the sensor is still not found, check the
batteries, obstructions, and remote unit location.
CLOCK
To set the clock:
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds.
2. Press and to change the settings.
3. Press MODE to confirm.
4. The setting sequence is: 12 / 24 hour format, hour,
minute, year, date / month format, month, date, and
display language.
NOTE The language options are (E) English, (F)
French, (D) German, (I) Italian and (S) Spanish.
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To switch the clock display:
Press MODE to toggle between:
• Clock with seconds
• Clock with day
• Calendar
ALARM
To set the alarm:
1. Press ALARM to view the alarm. will show on
the display.
2. Press and hold ALARM for 2 seconds.
3. Press or to change the hour / minute
settings.
4. Press ALARM to confirm.
To activate or deactivate the alarm:
Press ALARM when in the alarm display. appears
when the alarm is set.
To silence the alarm and reset it for the next day:
Press ALARM.
TEMPERATURE
To toggle the temperature unit:
Press °C / °F.
To view outdoor sensor temperature readings:
Press CHANNEL.
• shows which remote sensor’s data you are
viewing.
• is permanently displayed in the indoor
temperature area.
To auto-scan between sensors:
Press and hold CHANNEL for 2 seconds. Each
sensor’s data is displayed for 3 seconds.
To end auto-scan:
Press CHANNEL or MEM.
To toggle between current, minimum and maximum
records for the selected sensor:
Press MEM repeatedly.
To clear the records:
Press and hold MEM for 2 seconds.
TEMPERATURE TREND
Recent indoor / outdoor temperature trends are shown
by the trend icon.
RISING STEADY FALLING
ICE WARNING
If the channel 1 sensor falls between 3°C to -2°C
(37°F to 28°F), flashes to warn you that the
temperature is approaching freezing.
NOTE The warning will automatically stop if the
temperature goes outside the ice-warning range.
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HI / LO TEMPERATURE ALARM
An alarm can be set to sound if the sensor set to
channel 1 records above or below a temperature of
your choice.
To set alarm ON / OFF:
1. Press and hold TEMP HI / LO .
2. Use or to select high temperature, press
TEMP HI / LO to confirm.
3. Use or to select low temperature, press
TEMP HI / LO to confirm.
4. Press to activate or deactivate the high / low
temperature alarm.
To silence the hi / lo temperature alarm:
Press any key. The alarm resets automatically and will
resound if the hi / lo temperature is exceeded again.
RESET
Press RESET to return the main unit to the default
settings. To reset the sensor, remove and then re-insert
the batteries.
PRECAUTIONS
This product is engineered to give you years of
satisfactory service if you handle it carefully. Here are
a few precautions:
• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid
over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive
materials.
• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock,
dust, temperature or humidity, which may result in
malfunction, shorter electronic life span, damaged
battery and distorted parts.
• Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components.
Doing so will invalidate the warranty on the unit and
may cause unnecessary damage. The unit contains
no user-serviceable parts.
• Only use fresh batteries as specified in the user’s
instructions. Do not mix new and old batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Remove batteries when storing the product for a
long time.
• Due to printing limitations, the displays shown in
this manual may differ from the actual display.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.
• Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal
waste. Collection of such waste separately for
special treatment is necessary.
NOTE The technical specifications for this product and
the contents of the user manual are subject to change
without notice.
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SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE DESCRIPTION
Main unit
Dimensions 86 x 79 x 53 (mm)
(L x W x D) 3.4 x 3.1 x 2.1 (in)
Weight 80 g (2.82 oz) without battery
Remote unit
Dimensions 96 x 50 x 22 mm
(L x W x D) (3.8 x 2.0 x 0.9 in)
Weight 62 g (2.22 oz) without battery
Temperature unit – °C / °F
Indoor range -5°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F)
Outdoor range -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F)
Resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Remote unit
RF frequency 433MHz
Range Up to 30 m (100 ft)
with no obstructions
Transmission Approx. every 40 seconds
Channel no. 1, 2 or 3
Clock
Clock display HH:MM
Hour format 12hr AM/PM or 24hr
Calendar DD/MM or MM/DD
Weekday in 5 (E, G, F, I, S)
languages
Alarm 2-minutes
Power
Main unit 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V batteries
Remote unit 1 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V battery
NOTE We recommend that you use alkaline batteries
with this product for longer usage and lithium batteries
in temperatures below freezing.
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn
more about Oregon Scientific products such as
digital cameras; MP3 players; children’s electronic
learning products and games; projection clocks; health
and fitness gear; weather stations; and digital and
conference phones. The website also includes contact
information for our Customer Care department in case
you need to reach us, as well as frequently asked
questions and customer downloads.
We hope you will find all the information you need on
our website, however if you’re in the US and would
like to contact the Oregon Scientific Customer Care
department directly, please visit:
www2.oregonscientific.com/service/default.asp
OR
Call 1-800-853-8883.
For international inquiries, please visit:
www2.oregonscientific.com/about/international.asp
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EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that the Digital
Thermometer with Ice Alert and Clock (Model RAR681)
is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
A copy of the signed and dated Declaration of
Conformity is available on request via our Oregon
Scientific Customer Service.
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) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE 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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following information is not to be used as contact
for support or sales. Please call our customer service
number (listed on our website at www.oregonscientific.
com), or on the warranty card for this product) for all
inquiries instead.
COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED
All EU countries, Switzerland
and Norway
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We
Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave., Tualatin,
Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883
declare that the product
Product No.: RAR681
Product Name: Wireless Indoor / Outdoor
Thermometer
with Digital Clock
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1,41 Man Yue St.,
Hung Hom, Kowloon,
Hong Kong
is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1)
This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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