Oregon Scientific RMR232PHU User manual

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Digital In-Out Thermometer
with RF Clock & Photo Frame
MODEL: RMR232PHN/RMR232PHU (UK Version)
USER'S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the RMR232PHN/
RMR232PHU,anIn-OutThermometerwithRadio-ControlledClock
and a Photo Frame attached.
The basic package comes with the following:
-- Main unit (RMR232PHN/RMR232PHU).
-- Remote thermo sensor unit
-- Blue and metallic grey exchangeable front key panels.
The main unit shows the indoor temperature, calendar clock and
temperatures collected and transmitted by the remote unit.
The main unit is also capable of keeping track of the maximum and
minimum temperature measured. No wire installation is required
and the RMR232PHN/RMR232PHU 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). (MSF 60 for UK Version)
You can also set the calendar clock manually when it is off range.
Other features include five-language display and two-minute
crescendo daily alarm.
MAIN FEATURES: MAIN UNIT
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A
B
C
D
E
F
H
I
P
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A THREE-LINE DISPLAY
Facilitates easy reading of remote and indoor temperatures and
calendar clock
B RADIO RECEPTION SIGNAL
Indicates the condition of radio reception
C MEMORY [MEM] BUTTON
Recalls the maximum or minmum temperature of main and
remote unit
DUP[ ] BUTTON
Advances the value of a setting
E [ MODE/SET ] BUTTON
Toggles the display modes and confirms entry while setting
the values for display
F DOWN [ ] BUTTON
Decreases the value of a setting
G ALARM [ ] BUTTON
Displays the alarm time or sets the alarm status
H FRONT PANEL
Exchangeable front panel with clip-on design
I [ UNLOCK ] BUTTON
Unlock the photo frame drawer
J PHOTO FRAME DRAWER
Holds photo in position.
K PHOTO FRAME COVER
Protects photo from finger prints and other damages
L [ RESET ] BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
M[
°C/°F ] BUTTON
Selects between degree Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
N BATTERY COMPARTMENTS
Accommodates two UM3 or “AA” size 1.5V alkaline batteries
O TABLE STAND
For standing the main unit on a flat surface
P WALL-MOUNT RECESSED HOLE
For mounting the main unit on a wall
MAIN FEATURES: REMOTE UNIT
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A LED INDICATOR
Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading
B BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two UM-3 or AA-size 1.5V batteries
C BATTERY DOOR
D WALL-MOUNT RECESSED HOLE
Supports the remote until in wall-mounting
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
For best operation,
1. Insert batteries for remote units before doing so for the main
unit.
2. 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 reception
of signals.
3. Position the remote unit and main unit within effective
transmission range, which, in usual circumstances, is 20 to 30
meters.
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.
BATTERYINSTALLATION: MAIN UNIT
1. Slide open the battery compartment door.
2. Install 2 alkaline batteries (UM3 or “AA” size 1.5V) strictly
according to the polarities shown.
3. Press the [RESET] button.
4. Replace the battery compartment door.
BATTERYINSTALLATION: REMOTE UNIT
1. Remove the screws on the battery compartment.

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2. Lift and open the photo frame cover.
3. Align and place the photo on the velvet surface.
4. Close the photo frame cover and replace it back to the main
unit.
2. Install 2 alkaline batteries (MU-3 or “AA” size 1.5 V) strictly
according to the polarities shown.
3. Replace the battery compartment door and secure its screws.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
When it is time to replace batteries, the respective low-battery
indicator will show up on the indoor or outdoor temperature display.
HOW TO INSERT A PHOTO
1. Push the [UNLOCK] button to unlock and take out the photo
frame drawer.

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Wall-mount Table Stand
HOW TO EXCHANGE FRONT KEY PANEL
The package comes with one grey and one blue exchangeable front
panels.
COMPATIBLE PHOTO SIZES
Three different standard sizes of photo can be placed in the photo
frame:
- 8 x12 cm (3.15” x 4.72” )
- 9 x13 cm (3.54” x 5.12” )
- 10 x15 cm (3.94” x 5.9” )
HOW TO USE THE TABLE STAND OR
WALL MOUNTING
The main unit has a table stand which can support the unit on a flat
surface. Or you can mount the unit on a wall using the recessed
screw hole.
As for the remote unit, you can place it on a flat surface or mount
the unit on a wall using the recessed screw hole.
Main unit
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HOW TO CHECK REMOTE AND INDOOR
TEMPERATURES
The indoor temperature is shown on the second line of the display.
The outdoor temperature is shown on the top line of the display.
The kinetic wave display on the outdoor temperature indicates if
the reception of the remote unit is in good order.
If no readings are received from the remote unit for more than four
minutes, blanks “ ” will be displayed until further readings are
successfully searched. Check if the remote unit is sound and secure.
You can wait for a little while or press [ ] and [ ] simultaneously
to enforce an immediate search.
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 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 unit, they will start
transmitting temperature readings at 78-second intervals.
The main unit will also start searching for signals for about four
minutes once batteries are installed. Upon successful reception, the
outdoor temperature will be displayed on the top line and the indoor
temperature on the second line. The main unit will automatically
update its readings at about 78-second intervals.
If no signals are received, blanks " " will be displayed and the
kinetic wave icon will show “ “. Press [ ] and [ ]
simultaneously to enforce another search for about 4 minutes. This
is useful in synchronizing the transmission and reception of the
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MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM
TEMPERATURES
The maximum and minimum recorded indoor and outdoor
temperatures will be automatically stored in memory. To display
them, press [ MEM ] 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 [ MEM ] for two seconds. The
maximum and minimum temperatures will be erased. If you press
[ MEM ] now, the maximum and minimum temperatures will have
the same values as the current ones until different readings are
recorded.
DISCONNECTED SIGNALS
If without obvious reasons the display of the outdoor temperature
goes blank, press [ ] and [ ] to enforce an immediate search.
If that fails, check:
1. The remote unit 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
transmissionand reception of temperature readingswill resume once
the interference recedes.
NOTE ON °C AND °F
The unit of temperature display can be selected by pressing °C / °F
button repeatedly.
Temperature readings are
securely registered.
The unit is in searching mode.
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CALENDAR CLOCK DISPLAY MODES
The clock and the calendar share the same section of the display.
The calendar is displayed in a day-month format.
CLOCK MODE
CALENDAR MODE
Each press on the [ MODE ] button will toggle the display between
clock and calendar mode.
ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION
The RMR232PHN/RMR232PHU is designed to automatically
synchronize its calendar clock once it is brought within range of the
Frankfurt DCF77 radio signal.(MSF for UK Version)
When the RMR232PHN/RMR232PHU is within range, its radio-
control mechanism will override all manual settings unless auto-
reception of radio signal has been deactivated.
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 will be
indicated.
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 two seconds. The radio reception signal will disappear.
The unit will not respond to radio signals.
To enable the feature again, press the [ ] button for two seconds.
The radio reception signal will start blinking to initiate reception
automatically.
- Strong
- Weak
- No Reception
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HOW TO SETAND ARM THE ALARM
This unit is equipped with a Daily Crescendo Alarm. To set the
alarm,
1. Press [ ] once to display alarmtime. Ifthe alarm is deactivated,
the time will be displayed as [ -:-- ].
2. Press [ ] for two seconds. The hour digits will blink.
3. Enter the hour using [ ] or [ ] .
4. Press [ ]. The minute digits will blink.
5. Enter the minutes using [ ] or [ ] .
6. Press [ ] to exit.
The alarm icon will be displayed indicating the alarm is now
armed. You can arm or disarm an alarm by pressing the []
button repeatedly. Press [ MODE/SET ] to return to clock display
mode.
Whan an alarm is armed, it will go off at the set time.
HOW TO STOPAN ALARM
When the alarm goes off, press any key on the unit to stop the alarm
sound.
HOW TO SET THE CALENDAR CLOCK
MANUALLY
To set the clock manually, hold [ MODE/SET ] for two seconds in
clock display mode. The 12-hr or 24-hr display will blink. Use
[ ] or [ ] to select 12 hour or 24 hour format.
Press [ MODE/SET ] to confirm. Repeat the same procedure to set
the hour, minutes, year, month, day and display language. During
the setting, press and hold [ ] or [ ] will increase or decrease
the value rapidly.
Note that the date is displayed in DAY-MONTH format. For display
language,youcanchooseamong English (E),German(D), French(F),
Italian (I) and Spanish (S) .
If there is an item you do not wish to change, simply press [MODE/
SET ]to bypass the item.
When you are done, press [ MODE/SET ] to exit. The display will
return to the clock mode.
Monday Tuesday Wed. Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Day-of-the-week
Language
English
German
French
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Spanish

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PRECAUTIONS
This product is engineered to give you years of satisfactory service
if you handle it carefully. Here are a few precautions:
1. Do not immerse the unit in water.
2. Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials. They
may scratch the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuit.
3. Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust,
temperatureorhumidity, which may resultinmalfunction, shorter
electronic life span, damaged battery and distorted parts.
4. 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.
5. Only use fresh batteries as specified in the user's manual. Do not
mix new and old batteries as the old ones may leak.
6. Always read the user's manual thoroughly before operating the
unit.
7. Note:No rechargeable batteries should be used in this product.
Only use the type of battery as specified.
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 unit
Proposed operating range : -20.0°C to +60.0°C
(-4.0°F to 140.°F)
Temperature resolution : 0.1°C
(0.2°F)
RF Transmission Frequency : 433 MHz
No. of Remote unit : 1
RF Transmission Range : Maximum 30 meters
Radio Controlled Clock
Main time set and synchronized by Radio Signal DCF77 for
Continental/ Central Europe (MSF for UK)
12/24 h display with hh : mm
Date Format : Day : Month
Day of week selectable in 5 language (E, F, D, I,S)
2-minute crescendo alarm
Power
Main unit : use 2 pcs UM3 or ”AA”
1.5V alkaline battery
Remote sensing unit : use 2 pcs UM-3 or “AA”
1.5V alkaline battery
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Main unit : 350g (without battery)
Remote sensing unit : 46g (without battery)
Dimension
Main unit : 180(L) x 178(W) x 28(T)
mm
Remote sensing unit : 89(L) x 44(W) x 21(T)
mm
EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This product contains the approved transmitter module TX 03 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
EC representative of manufacturer
RTTE Compliant Countries :
All EU countries, Switzerland
And Norway
CAUTION
- The content of this manual is subject to change with-
out further notice.
- Due to printing limitation, 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.