Oregon Scientific BAR112HG User manual

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DIGITAL WEATHER FORECASTER
WITH REMOTE THERMO-HYGRO
SENSOR AND RADIO CONTROLLED
CLOCK
MODEL NO.: BAR112HG
USER’S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Weather forecaster with
cable free sensor and radio-controlled calendar clock (BAR112HG).
A multifunction device, this unit has a large four-line liquid crystal
display (LCD) for displaying weather forecast information, in/
outdoor temperatures, relative humidity, a radio frequency (RF)
controlled calendar clock, time zone adjusted time, and dual daily
alarms. Also, the main unit can support up to three remote sensors.
Otherfeaturesincludeaday-of-the-weekdisplayinfourabbreviated
languages, a four-step crescendo alarm, and interchangeable clock
display modes.
MAINFEATURES:MAINUNIT

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A . FRONT DISPLAY
A four line easy-to-read LCD each with specific purposes that
relate to weather forecasting, temperature, relative humidity, or
clock / calendar / alarm functions.
A1. WEATHER FORECAST WINDOW
Graphically illustrates a weather forecast
B. [ ] BATTERY-LOW INDICATOR
Activates when the remote-sensor or main unit battery power
is low
C. [ ] RADIO-RECEPTION SIGNAL
Indicates the condition of radio reception
D. [MODE/SET] BUTTON
Changes the display mode of the clock, and alters time/date
setting
E. ALARM [ ] BUTTON
Displays the alarm time, or changes the alarm set time
F. [MEM] BUTTON
Displaysminimumandmaximumtemperatureand
humidity readings, and erases memory data
G. [CHANNEL] BUTTON
Sets the remote sensor channel.
H. [((1))] / [((2))] ALARM ICONS
Appears when the alarm time is displayed
I. [
1
] / [
2
] ALARM-ON ICONS
Appears when the alarm is activated
J. WALL-MOUNTHOLE
For mounting the unit on a wall
TEMPERATURE&RELATIVEHUMIDITYALARM:
K. [ALON/OFF]BUTTON(TEMP/%RHALARMON/OFF)
Enables / disables HI/LO temp alarm and HI/LO % RH alarm
L. [HI/LO] BUTTON
- Set the upper or lower temperature alarm limits of individual
channels
- Confirms alarm settings
M. [ UU
UU
U] BUTTON
Sets the readings for the upper or lower temperature and
humidity of individual channels
CLOCK:
N. [ UU
UU
U] BUTTON
Advances the value of a setting
O. [ALON/OFF] BUTTON
Enables or disables the daily alarms
P. [ VV
VV
V] BUTTON
Decreases the value of a setting
Q. [RESET] BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
R. BATTERYCOMPARTMENT
Accommodates four (4) UM-3 or “AA” size batteries
S. REMOVABLETABLESTAND
For standing the main unit on a flat surface

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FEATURES:REMOTETHERMO-HYGRO
SENSOR
A. TWO-LINELCD
Displays the current temperature and humidity monitored by
the remote unit
B. LED INDICATOR
Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading
C. °C/°FSLIDESWITCH
Selects between Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
D. CHANNELSLIDESWITCH
Designates the remote unit Channel 1, Channel 2 or Channel
3
E. RESET
Returns all settings to default values
F. BATTERYCOMPARTMENT
Accommodates two AAA-size batteries
G. BATTERYDOOR
H. WALL-MOUNTHOLDER
Supports the remote unit in wall-mounting
I. REMOVABLETABLESTAND
For standing the remote unit on a flat surface
BEFOREYOUBEGIN
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,
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easier synchronization between the transmission and reception
of signals.
4. 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:MAINUNIT
1. Gently lift the tab on the battery compartment door.
2. Insert four UM-3 or “AA” size alkaline batteries.
3. Replace the battery compartment door.
BATTERYANDCHANNELINSTALLATION:
REMOTEUNIT
The remote thermo-hygro sensor unit uses two (2) UM-4 or “AAA”
size alkaline batteries.
Follow these steps to install / replace batteries:
1. Remove the screws on the battery compartment.
2. Select the channel number on the [CHANNEL] slide switch.
3. Select the temperature display unit on the °C/°F slide switch.
4. Insert the batteries strictly according to the polarities shown
therein.
5. Replace the battery compartment door and secure its screws.
Replacethebatteries when the low-battery indicator of the particular
channel lights up on the main unit. (Repeat the steps described in
section “BEFORE YOU BEGIN”)
Note that once a channel is assigned to a remote unit, you can only
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LOWBATTERYWARNING
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.
HOWTOUSETHE TABLE STANDOR 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
Remote unit
Wall-mount Table Stand
THERESET 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.
GETTINGSTARTED
Once batteries are placed in a given remote sensor unit, it will start
transmitting information at 40-second intervals.
Also, for approximately a 3-minute duration, the main unit will
automatically search for signals once batteries are installed. Upon
successful reception, the individual channel temperature reading
will be displayed on the top line and the respective humidity
reading on the bottom line. The main unit will automatically update
its readings at about 40-second intervals.

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If no signals are received, blanks “---” will be displayed and the
kinetic wave icon will not show.
To force a signal search:
• Press and hold [CHANNEL] &[MEM] for 2-seconds to
enforce a 3-minute search.
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
TEMPERATURE&HUMIDITY
Display of readings from a remote sensor or the main unit is a one-
step procedure. The remote sensor channel or the main unit display
is indicated in a box under the kinetic-wave icon.
To displaytemperature/ humidity readingsfromthe main unit:
• Press [CHANNEL] until a dot is displayed in the box under the
kinetic-wave.
To display temperature / humidity readings from a remote
sensor:
• Press [CHANNEL] until the appropriate remote sensor channel
is displayed in the box under the kinetic-wave.
Ifno readings are received form one particular channel for more than
15 minutes, blanks “---” will be displayed until further readings
are successfully searched. Check the remote sensor to ensure that it
is secure and that the correct channel has been selected. Optionally,
press and hold [CHANNEL] & [MEM] for 2-seconds to enforce a
search.
HOWTOREADTHEKINETICWAVE
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.
Transmission data are securely
registered.
No signal received in search mode.
Indoor
Display
Designated
Display
Remote
Display
Channel 1
Kinetic-wave
Icon
Remote
Display
Channel 2
Remote
Display
Channel 3

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THECOMFORT-LEVELICONS
The comfort level is based on the recorded relative humidity. An
indicator will be displayed or show if the level is comfortable, wet
or dry.
TEMPERATURE,HUMIDITY&PRESSURE
TREND INDICATORS
The temperature-trend, humidity-trend and pressure trend indicators
show the trends of collected readings. Arrows indicate a rising,
steady or falling trend.
Note: If the temperature goes above or below the temperature
measuring range of the main unit or the remote unit ( stated in
specification), the display will show “HHH” or “LLL”.
REMOTE SENSOR SCANNING
The unit can be set to automatically scan and display readings from
the remote sensors and indoor readings. When the remote-sensor
mode is active, the display will show the readings from one channel
for about 4-second and then proceed to the next channel display.
To activate the remote-sensor scanning mode:
• Press and hold [CHANNEL] for 2-seconds.
To deactivate the remote-sensor scanning mode:
• Press either [CHANNEL], [MEM],[HI/LO], [ UU
UU
U],[ON/OFF]
(TEMP % RH AL)
MAXIMUMANDMINIMUMTEMPERATURE
ANDHUMIDITY
The maximum and minimum recorded temperature and humidity
readings will automatically be stored in the memory.
Comfort
Comfort-level
Dry Wet
Rising
Arrow indicator
Humidity Trend Steady Falling
Rising
Arrow indicator
Temperature
Trend Steady Falling
Rising
Arrow indicator
Pressure Trend Steady Falling

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To display the maximum and minimum display memory:
1. Select the channel to be checked.
2. Press [MEM] once to displaythe maximum temperature humidity
and again the minimum temperature humidity. The respective
indicators, MAX or MIN will be displayed.
To clear the memory:
• Press and hold [MEM] for 2-seconds.
If you press [MEM]now, the maximum and minimum temperatures
will have the same values as the current ones until different readings
are recorded.
HOWTOUSECHANNEL-1TEMPERATURE/
HUMIDITYALARM
Upper and lower temperature and humidity limits for channel-1 can
be set so that an alarm activates when the limits are exceeded.
The high and low temperature and humidity displays are selected
by sequentially pressing HI/LO.
The high-low displays are as follows:
Sequence RespectiveDisplay
Pressing HI/LO once Enters HI temperature display
Pressing HI/LO twice Enters HI humidity display
Pressing HI/LO third time Enters LO temperature display
Pressing HI/LO fourth time Enters LO humidity display
To set a high or low temperature or humidity alarm:
1. Press [HI/LO], channel-1 will be displayed.
2. Press [U]to set the temperature or humidity limit. Each press
will increase increments by one degree or percentage. Press and
hold the button for a rapid-scrolling sequence by increments of
five.
Note: The temperature range is from -50°C (-58°F) to +70°C
(158°F).
If this is the first time you set the limits, the lower limit will start
from -50°C (-58°F) and the upper limit +70°C (158°F). Other
wise, the reading will start from the temperature last selected.
The humidityrange is from 2% to 98%.
If this is the first time you set the limits, the lower limit will start
from 2% and the upper limit 98% Otherwise, the reading will start
from the humidity last selected.
3. Repeat the steps to set the upper humidity setting and the lower
temperature and humidity settings.
4. When finished, press [HI/LO] to set another limit or wait 16-sec
onds and the unit will automatically return to the normal display.
The respective HI, LO or both indicators will light up to signify
the status of the alarm.
If in another channel other than channel one is selected, when the
alarm activates the display will switch to channel-1 and the display
will flash. If left untouched, the alarm will activate for a 1-minute.
Press any key to momentarily stop the alarm. The alarm will activate
again if the limit continues exceeds the set limit.
Note: If a second limit is passed while an alarm is active, the first
alarm will complete its 1-minute cycle and the alarm will continue
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been surpassed.
To disable an alarm:
1. Enter the setting mode by pressing [HI/LO].
2. Then, press [AL ON/OFF].
The alarm has been disabled and will not sound at the previously
set limit.
To disable a sounding alarm:
• Press either [CHANNEL],[MEM],[HI/LO], [ UU
UU
U],[ON/OFF]
(TEMP % RH AL)
DISCONNECTED SIGNALS
If without obvious reasons the display for a particular channel goes
blank,press [CHANNEL]&[MEM]to enforcean immediatesearch.
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 that when the temperature falls below freezing point, the
batteries of outdoor units will freeze, lowering their voltage sup
ply 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 readings will resume once
the interference recedes.
WEATHER FORECASTFUNCTION
Theunit is capable of detecting atmosphericpressure changes. Based
on collected data, it can predict the weather for the forthcoming 12
to 24 hours. The effective range covers an area of 30 to 50 km.
NOTE:
1. The accuracy of a general pressure-based weather forecast is
about 70% to 75%.
2. The weather forecasts from this unit are predictions that cover
the next 12 to 24 hours. It may not necessarily reflect the current
situation.
3. The “Sunny” icon, as applies to nighttime, implies clear weather.
CloudySunnyForecast Rainy
Slightly Cloudy
Indicator
displays
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CALENDARCLOCK DISPLAYMODES
The BAR112HG supports four time display modes in the sequence
of:
MODE 1. Hour-Minute-Second (of local time)
Day-Month (of local time)
MODE 2. Hour-Minute-Day of the Week (of local time)
Day-Month (of local time)
MODE 3. Hour-Minute-Day of the Week (of local time)
Hour-Minute (of alternate time zone)
MODE 4. Hour-Minute-Day of the Week (of second time zone)
Day-Month (of alternate time zone)
Each press on the [MODE/SET] 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 ALARM SET [ ] button is pressed.
ABOUTRADIORECEPTION
The BAR112HG is designed to automatically synchronize its
calendar clock once it is brought within range of the Frankfurt
DCF77 radio signal.
When the BAR112HG 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 two 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 will remain until
the next scanning cycle backs place.
For better reception, place the clock away from metal objects and
electrical appliances to minimize interference.
- Strong
- Weak
- No signal
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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.
Toenable the feature again, press the[ ]button for three seconds.
The radio reception signal [ ] will start blinking to initiate
reception automatically.
HOWTOSETTHE CLOCKMANUALLY
Toset the clock manually, hold [MODE/SET]for threeseconds. The
hour digits will blink.
Press []or [ ] select the hour. Keep pressing the button to
increase or decrease the value rapidly.
Press [MODE/SET] to confirm. The minute digits will blink.
Repeat the same procedure to set the minutes, hour, current date,
month, display language, day-of-week and offset for the alternate
timezone.
Note: The time and date are displayed in 24-HOUR clock format.
Forthe language display, you canchoose among English (E),German
(D), French (F) and Italian (I). Day-of-week is in the usual sequence
of Monday through Sunday.
For the alternate time zone, which is indicated by the ZONE icon,
enter the hour offset using the []and [ ] buttons and the
BAR112HG will calculate the second time accordingly.
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 mode last chosen.
HOWTO SETAND ARMTHE ALARMS
The BAR112HG has two alarms, ALARM 1 and ALARM 2. They
can be invoked together or independently.
To set an alarm:
1. Press [ ] once to select ALARM 1 or again to select ALARM
2the 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 []for three seconds. The hour digits will blink.
3. Enter the hour using []and [ ].
4. Press []. The minute digits will blink.
5. Enter the minutes using []and [ ].
6. Press []to exit. The [ ]icon for the alarm chosen will be
displayed indicating the alarm set above is now armed.
You can also arm or disarm an alarm by pressing the [ALON/OFF]
button.
When an alarm is armed, it will go off at the set time.
The four-step crescendo function allows the alarm to start off gently
and step up its intensity every 20 seconds for four times. Without
interruption,the alarm will go off for a total of two minutes. If no key
is pressed to turn off the alarm within these 2 minutes, the alarm will
go off again after 8 minutes.
Ifa secondalarm goes offwhen the firstalarm issounding off, thefirst
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HOW TO STOP AN ALARM
To stop an alarm, you can use either press [ ]button or [ALON/
OFF] button.
Pressing []will stop the alarm, which is still armed and will
activate at the set time the following day.
If [ALON/OFF] button is pressed instead, thealarm will be stopped
and deactivated all together.
NOTE ON OUTDOOR-REMOTE
TEMPERATURE / HUMIDITY
Once batteries are in place in the remote unit, it will start
transmitting samplings at 40-second intervals.
If no signals are received when the outdoor-remote temperature
humidity is selected, “ ” will be displayed. To force the main
unit to search for remote sensor signals, press [MEM] and
[CHANNEL] buttons simultaneously.
If that fails, check that the remote sensor is still in place. Make sure
the transmission is within range and the path is clear of obstacles
and interference.
NOTE ON SETTING REMOTE SENSOR
CHANNELS
The unit has an auto-scan function that sequentially displays
temperature readings of up to three remote sensors. In order to
function properly, each remote sensor must be set to different
channels.
MAINTENANCE
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 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
TemperatureMeasurement
Mainunit
Indoor Temperaturemeasurement
Proposed operating range : -5.0°C to +50.0°C
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Temperature resolution : 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Relative Humidity Operating : 25% RH to 90% RH
range
Remote thermo-hygro unit
Proposed operating range : -20.0°C to +60.0°C
(-4.0°F to 140.0°F)
Temperature resolution : 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Temperature compensation : -10.0°C to 60.0°C
(14.0°F to 140.0°F)
Relative Humidity Operating : 25% RH to 90% RH
range
Power
Main unit : use four (4) UM-3 or “AA”
1.5V alkaline battery
Remote sensing unit : use two (2) UM-4 or “AAA”
1.5V alkaline battery
Weight
Main unit : 189gm (without battery)
Remote sensing unit : 63 gm (without battery)
Dimension
Main unit : 161 x 87 x 28 mm (L x Wx D)
Remote sensing unit : 92 x 60 x 20mm (L x Wx D)
NOTE ON COMPLIANCE
This product complies to standards and specifications of BZT, FCC
and article number 334 of PTT.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit 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
thelimitsforaClass 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
interferenceto radio or televisionreception,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 needed.
Consult the dealer of an experienced radio/TV technician for
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CAUTION
— The content of this manual is subject to change without
further notice.
— Due to printing limitation, the displays shown in this
manual may differ from the actual display.
— The manufacturer and its suppliers held no
responsibility to you or any other person for any damage
expenses, lost profits, or any other claim arise by using
this product.
— Thecontents ofthis manualmay notbe reproducedwithout
the permission of the manufacturer.