Oregon Scientific RMR132 User manual

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Multi-Channel IN-OUT Thermometer
with Cable Free Sensor and RF Clock
MODEL: RMR132
USER'S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the RMR132 Multi-Channel
In-Out Thermometer with 433MHz cable free sensor and
radio-controlled calendar clock.
The basic package comes with a main unit, which is the
temperature and calendar clock station, and a remote unit, the
thermo sensor.
The main unit has large read-outs for indoors temperature,
calendar clock and temperatures collected and transmitted by the
remote unit. The main unit can support up to three remote units.
The main unit is capable of keeping track of the maximum and
minimum temperature of different sites. And no wire installation
is required and the RMR132 operates at 433MHz.
As for the calendar clock, it is radio-controlled. It automatically
synchronizes its current time and date when it is brought within an
approximate 1500km radius of the radio signal generated from
Frankfurt, Germany (DCF77).
You can also set the calendar clock manually when it is off range.
Other features include four-language display, four-step crescendo
dual alarms and interchangeable display modes.
MAIN FEATURES
24 hr OFF /
ZONE
MAX
MAX
CHANNEL
E
C
A
H
D
B
G
J
F
I
AL
ON / OFF
C
F
M
Q
K
O
L
R
CHANNEL
SET / MODE
MEMORY
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A. THREE-LINE LCD DISPLAY
Facilitates easy reading of remote and indoors temperatures
and calendar clock
B. [ ] BATTERY-LOW INDICATOR
(REMOTE SENSOR)
Activates when the remote-sensor battery power is low
C. [ ] BATTERY-LOW INDICATOR
Activates when the battery power is low
D. [ ] RADIO-RECEPTION SIGNAL
Indicates the condition of radio reception
E. [CHANNEL] BUTTON
Selects remote-sensor channels
F. [ ] / [ ] ALARM-ON ICONS
Appears when the alarm is activated
G. [MEMORY] BUTTON
Maximum / minimum temperature display
H. [SET/MODE] BUTTON
Toggles between display modes and confirms entry while
setting the values for display
I. [24 hr OFF / ((•))] BUTTON
Sets the time for the alarms
J. [((1))] / [((2))] ALARM ICONS
Appears when the alarm time is displayed
K. [ ▲] BUTTON
Advances the value of a setting
L. [ ▼ ] BUTTON
Decreases the value of a setting
M. °C/°F SLIDE SWITCH
Selects between degree Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
N. [RESET] BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
O. [AL ON/OFF] BUTTON
Enables or disables the alarms
P. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two (2) UM-3 or "AA" size batteries
Q. REMOVABLE TABLE STAND
For standing the main unit on a flat surface
R. WALL-MOUNT HOLE
For mounting the unit on a wall

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MAIN FEATURES: REMOTE UNIT
A
B
D
E
F
G
C
A. LED INDICATOR
Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading
B. CHANNEL SLIDE SWITCH
Designates the remote unit Channel 1, Channel 2 or Channel 3
C. RESET BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
D. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two AAA-size batteries
E. BATTERY DOOR
F. WALL-MOUNT HOLDER
Supports the remote until in wall-mounting
G. MOVABLE TABLE STAND
For standing the remote unit on a flat surface
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
For best operation,
1. Assign different channels to different remote units.
2. Insert batteries for remote units before doing so for the main
unit.
3. Place the main unit as close as possible next to the remote unit,
reset the main unit after installing batteries. This will ensure
easier synchronization between the transmission and recep-
tion of signals.
4. Position the remote unit and main unit uvÿhin effective trans-
mission range, which, in usual circumstances, is 20 to 30 meters.

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BATTERY INSTALLATION: MAIN UNIT
1. Gently lift the tab on the battery compartment door.
2. Install 2 alkaline batteries (UM-3 or “AA” size 1.5V) strictly
according to the polarities shown.
3. Replace the battery compartment door.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
When it is time to replace batteries, the respective low-battery
indicator will show up when the respective channel is selected.
The battery level of the main unit will be shown on the indoor
temperature when it is running low.
Note that the effective range is vastly affected by the building
materials and where the main and remote units are positioned. Try
various set-ups for best result.
Though the remote units are weather proof, they should be placed
away from direct sunlight, rain or snow.
BATTERYAND CHANNEL
INSTALLATION: REMOTE UNIT
1. Remove the screws on the battery compap’°ent.
2. Select the channel number on the CHANNEL slide switch.
3. Install 2 alkaline batteries (UM-4 or “AAA” size 1.5V) strictly
according to the polarities shown.
4. Replace the battery compartment door and secure its screws.
Note that once a channel is assigned to a remote unit, you can only
change it by removing the batteries or resetting the unit.

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Remote unit
Wall-mount Table Stand
THE RESET BUTTON
This button is only used when the unit is operating in an unfavorable
way or malfunctioning. Use a blunt stylus to hold down the button.
All settings will return to their default values.
GETTING STARTED
Once batteries are in place for the remote units, they will start
transmitting temperature readings at 30-second intervals.
The main unit will also start searching for signals for about a minute
once batteries are installed. Upon successful reception, the
individual channel temperatures will be displayed on the top line
and the indoors temperature on the bottom line. The main unit will
automatically update its readings at about 30-second intervals.
HOW TO USE THE TABLE STAND
OR WALL MOUNTING
The main unit has a removable table stand, which when connected,
can support the unit on a flat surface. Or you can remove the stand
and mount the unit on a wall using the recessed screw hole.
As for the remote unit, it comes with a wall-mount holder and a
removable stand. Use either to hold the unit in place.
Main unit
Wall-mount Table Stand
24 hr OFF /
ZONE
MAX
MAX
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
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ZONE
MAX
MAX
CHANNEL
If no signals are received, blanks "----" will be displayed and the
kinetic wave icon will show " ". Press [CHANNEL] and
[MEMORY] simultaneously to enforce another search for about
30 seconds. This is useful in synchronizing the transmission and
reception of the remote and main units.
Repeat this step whenever you find discrepancies between the
reading shown on the main unit and that on the respective remote
unit.
HOW TO CHECK REMOTE AND
INDOOR TEMPERATURES
The indoors temperature is shown on the second line of the
display.
As for the remote sites or channels, press [CHANNEL] to go from
one channel to another. The kinetic wave display on the channel
number indicates the reception of that particular channel is in good
order.
If no readings are received from one particular channel for more
than two minutes, blanks “---” will be displayed until further
readings are successfully searched. Check the remote unit is sound
and secure. You can wait for a little while or press [CHANNEL]
and [MEMORY] simultaneously to enforce an immediate search.
Of course no reading will be shown if no remote unit is assigned to
that channel.
If the temperature goes above or below than the temperature
measuring range of the main unit or the remote unit (stated in
specification), the display will show “HHH” or “LLL”.
HOW TO READ THE
KINETIC WAVE DISPLAY
The kinetic wave display shows the signal receiving status of the
main unit. There are three possible forms:
The unit is in searching mode.
Temperature readings are
securely registered.
No signals.

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MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM
TEMPERATURES
The maximum and minimum recorded indoor temperatures and
those of each channel will be automatically stored in memory. To
display them,
1. Select the channel to be checked.
2. Press [MEMORY] once to display the maximum temperature
and again the minimum temperature. The respective indicators,
MAX or MIN will be displayed.
To clear the memory, hold down [MEMORY] for two seconds.
The maximum and minimum temperatures will be erased. If you
press [MEMORY] now, the maximum and minimum tempera-
tures will have the same values as the current ones until different
readings are recorded.
DISCONNECTED SIGNALS
If without obvious reasons the display for a particular channel goes
blank, press [CHANNEL] and [MEMORY] to enforce an
immediate search. If that fails, check:
1. The remote unit of that channel is still in place.
2. The batteries of both the remote unit and main unit. Replace as
necessary.
Note:When the temperature falls below freezing point, the batteries
of outdoor units will freeze, lowering their voltage supply
and the effective range.
3. The transmission is within range and path is clear of obstacles
and interference. Shorten the distance when necessary.
TRANSMISSION COLLISION
Signals from other household devices, such as door bells, home
security systems and entry controls, may interfere with those of
this product and cause temporarily reception failure. This is normal
and does not affect the general performance of the product. The
transmission and reception of temperature readings will resume
once the interference recedes.
NOTE ON °C AND °F
The unit of temperature display is selected on the °C/°F slide switch.
Select °C for Centigrade or °F for Fahrenheit.
Note that the remote temperature display on the main unit is
dominated by the selection on the °C/°F slide switch of the main
unit. Whatever the display units of the remote sensors are, they
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CALENDAR CLOCK DISPLAY MODES
The RMR132 supports four display modes in the sequence of:
MODE 1. Local Time
Hour, Minute Second
Day, Month
MODE 2. Local Time
Hour, Minute Day-of-the-Week
Day, Month
MODE 3. Local Time / Second Time-Zone Time
(local time) Hour, Minute Day-of-the-Week (local time)
Hour-Minute (Second time-zone)
MODE 4. Second Time-Zone
Hour, Minute Day-of-the-Week
Day, Month
Each press on the [SET/MODE] button will toggle the display in
the above order.
Note: The bottom line of the display will be replaced by the alarm
time if the [24 hr OFF / ((•))] button is pressed.
ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION
The RMR132 is designed to automatically synchronize its calen-
dar clock once it is brought within range of the Frankfurt DCF77
radio signal.
When the RMR132 is within range, its radio-control mechanism
will override all manual settings.
When the unit is receiving radio signal, the radio reception signal
will start to blink. A complete reception generally takes about 2 to
10 minutes, depending on the strength of the radio signal.
When the reception is complete, the radio reception signal will
stop blinking. The strength of the reception for the last full hour
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For better reception, place the clock away from metal objects and
electrical appliances to minimize interference.
If you wish to disable the auto-reception feature, press the [▼]
button for three seconds. The radio reception signal will disappear.
The unit will not respond to radio signals.
To enable the feature again, press the [▲] button for three seconds.
The radio reception signal will start blinking to initiate reception
automatically.
HOW TO SET THE CLOCK MANUALLY
To set the clock manually, hold [SET/MODE] for three seconds.
The display will return to MODE 1, with the hour digits blinking.
Use [▲] or [▼]to select the hour. Keep pressing the button will
increase or decrease the value rapidly.
Press [SET/MODE] to confirm. The minute digits will blink.
Repeat the same procedure to set the minutes, then the day-of-
month, month, display language, day-of-week and offset for the
second time zone.
Note that the time and date are displayed in 24-HOUR clock and
DAY-MONTH format, respectively. For display language, you can
choose among English (E), German (D), French (F) and Italian
(I)-in that order. Day-of-week is the usual sequence of Monday
through Sunday.
For the second time zone, which is indicated by the ZONE ICON,
enter the hour offset using the[▲] or [▼]buttons and the RMR132
will calculate the second time accordingly.
If there is an item you do not wish to change, simply press
[SET/MODE] to bypass the item.
When you are done, press [SET/MODE] to exit. The display will
return to the mode last chosen.
HOW TO SET AND ARM THE ALARMS
The RMR132 has two alarms, ALARM 1 and ALARM 2. They
can be invoked together or independently.
To set an alarm,
1. Press [24 hr OFF / ((•))] once to select ALARM 1 or again
to select ALARM 2. The last selected time of the alarm will be
displayed. If you have never set the alarm before, the time will
be displayed as 0:00.
2. Press [24 hr OFF / ((•))] for three seconds. The hour digits
will blink.
3. Enter the hour using [▲] or [▼].
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- Weak
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4. Press [24 hr OFF / ((•))]. The minute digits will blink.
5. Enter the minutes using [▲] or [▼].
6. Press [24 hr OFF / ((•))] to exit.
The alarm ON icon for the alarm chosen will be displayed indicat-
ing the alarm set above is now armed.
You can also arm or disarm an alarm by pressing the
[AL ON/OFF] button.
HOW TO STOPAN ALARM
To stop an alarm, you can use either [24 hr OFF / ((•))] or
[AL ON/OFF].
Pressing [24 hr OFF / ((•))] or [AL ON/OFF] will stop the
alarm, which is still armed and will go off at the set time the
following day.
If [AL ON/OFF] is pressed again, the alarm will be stopped and
deactivated all together.
PRECAUTIONS
When handled properly, this unit is engineered to give you years
of satisfactory service. Here are a few product care instructions:
1. Do not immerse the unit in water. If the unit comes in contact
with water, dry it immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
2. Do not clean the unit with alcohol containing detergent, abrasive
or corrosive materials. Abrasive cleaning agents may scratch
the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuit.
3. Do not subject the unit to excessive: force, shock, dust,
temperature, or humidity. Such treatment may result in
malfunction, a shorter electronic life span, damaged batteries,
or distorted parts.
4. Do not tamper with the unit's internal components. Doing so
will terminate the unit's warranty and may cause damage. The
unit contains no user-serviceable parts.
5. Only use new batteries as specified in this instruction manual.
Do not mix new and old batteries as the old batteries may leak.
6. Read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating the
unit.
TIME ZONE AND OFFSET TABLE

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SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Measurement
Main unit
Indoor Temperature measurement
Proposed operating range : -5.0°C to +50.0°C
(23.0°F to 122.0°F)
Temperature resolution : 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Remote Temperature measurement
Proposed operating range : -5.0°C to +50.0°C
(23.0°F to 122.0°F)
Temperature resolution : 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Remote unit
Proposed operating range : -20.0°C to +60.0°C
(-4.0°F to 140.0°F)
RF Transmission Frequency : 433 MHz
No. of Remote unit : Maximum of 3
RF Transmission Range : Maximum 30 meters
Temperature sensing cycle : around 30 seconds
Radio Controlled Clock
Maintime set and synchronized by Radio Signal DCF77 for
Continental/ Central Europe
24 h display with hh : mm ss
Date Format : Day. Month.
Day of week selectable in 4 language (E, D, F, I)
Second time zone with date and day
2-minute crescendo alarm
Power
Main unit : use 2 pcs UM-3 or”AA”
1.5V battery
Remote sensing unit :
use 2 pcs UM-4 or “AAA”
1.5V battery
Weight
Main unit : 159 gm (without battery)
Remote sensing unit : 100 gm (without battery)
Dimension
Main unit : 142 x 84 x 24.5 mm
(LxWxT)
Remote sensing unit : 92 x 60 x 21 mm
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EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This product contains the approved transmitter module TX 01 and
complies with the essential requirements ofArticle 3 of the R&TTE
1999/5/EC Directives, if used for its intended use and that the
following standard(s) has/have been applied:
Efficient use of radio frequency spectrum
(Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive)
applied standard(s) EN 300 220-1(2,3):1997
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE Directive)
applied standard(s) ETS 300 683:1997
Safety of information technology equipment
(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE directive)
applied standard(s) EN 60950:1997
Additional information:
The product is therefore conform with the Low Voltage Directive
73/23/EC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EC and R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC (appendix II) and carries the respective CE marking.
VS-Villingen / Germany August 2001
Gerhard Preis
R&TTE Representative of manufacturer
RTTE Compliant Countries :
All EC countries, Switzerland CH And Norway N
© 2003 Oregon Scientific. All rights reserved.
CAUTION
- The content of this manual and the product specifications
are subject to change without further notice.
- The technical specifications of this product are subject to
change without notice.
- The contents of this manual may not be reproduced without
the permission of the manufacturer.