Oregon Scientific BAR289 User manual

Weather Station with Remote Control
Model: BAR289
User Manual
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CONTENTS
Contents ................................................................... 1
Introduction .............................................................. 1
Product Overview .................................................... 2
Front View .............................................................. 2
Back View .............................................................. 2
LCD Display ........................................................... 3
Remote Control (RE28 ) - Front View ................... 3
Remote Control (RE28 ) - Back View ................... 4
Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) - Front View ........... 4
Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) - Back View ............ 4
Remote Sensor (RTHR328N) - LCD Display ......... 4
Getting Started ......................................................... 5
Batteries ................................................................. 5
Remote Sensor (RT R328N) ................................... 5
Sensor Set Up ....................................................... 5
Sensor Data Transmission .................................... 6
Select Sensor Channel .......................................... 6
Search for Sensor .................................................. 6
Clock and Calendar ................................................. 6
Radio-Controlled Clock .......................................... 6
Turn Radio-Controlled Clock ON / OFF ................. 6
Set Clock ............................................................... 6
Switch Clock Display ............................................. 7
Hourly Chime ......................................................... 7
Alarm ......................................................................... 7
View Alarm Settings ............................................... 7
Set Alarm ............................................................... 7
Activate Alarm ........................................................ 7
Silence Alarm ......................................................... 7
Weather Forecast ..................................................... 8
Weather Forecast Icons ......................................... 8
Temperature .............................................................. 8
Maximum / Minimum Records ............................... 8
Select Measurement Unit ...................................... 8
Backlight ................................................................... 8
Reset System ........................................................... 8
Remote Control (RE289) .......................................... 8
Safety and Care ........................................................ 9
Warnings ................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting ....................................................... 9
Specifications ........................................................... 9
About Oregon Scientific ........................................ 10
EC-Declaration of Conformity ............................... 10
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Weather
Station with Remote Control (BAR28 ). This powerful
device bundles time keeping, weather forecast, indoor
and outdoor temperature, with remote control facility,
into a single tool you can use from the convenience of
your home.
In this box, you will find:
• Main unit (BAR28 )
• Remote control (RE28 )
• Remote sensor (RTHR328N)
• Main unit batteries, 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
• Remote control batteries, 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
• Remote sensor batteries, 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
The THGR328N (5-Channel) and THR228N
(3-Channel) remote sensors are also compatible with
this weather station. If you purchase the THGR328N
sensor, the humidity reading will not show on the
BAR28 . Additional sensors are sold separately. Please
contact your local stockist for more information.
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.
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1. C ANNEL: Switch remote sensor display
2. MEMORY: View current, maximum and minimum
temperature readings
3. MODE / LIG T: Change settings / display; activate
backlight
4. LCD display
5. Infrared window
6. ALARM: View alarm status; set alarm
7. UP / DOWN: Increase / decrease setting; activate /
deactivate radio-controlled clock
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
1. Wall mount
2. Table stand
3. Battery compartment: Uses 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
4. RESET hole
5. °C / °F button
6. Ventilation holes
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LCD DISPLAY
1. Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area: Radio-controlled
clock; alarm; calendar
2. Indoor Temperature Area: Maximum, minimum,
and current readings
3. Weather Forecast Area: Animated weather forecast
4. Outdoor Temperature Area: Maximum, minimum,
and current readings; sensor channel number
Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area
1. Time Zone Hour Offset
2. Time / date / calendar
3. Channel number 1-5
4. RF clock reception
5. Backlight function is deactivated
(under low battery condition)
6. Alarm setting display
7. Alarm is activated
8. Low battery icon for main unit
. Hourly chime icon
Indoor Temperature Area
1. Indoor temperature - °C / °F
2. Indoor icon
3. MAX / MIN temperature
Outdoor Temperature Area
1. Outdoor temperature - °C / °F
2. Channel number (1-5) / reception status
3. Low battery icon for remote sensor
4. MAX / MIN temperature
REMOTE CONTROL (RE289) - FRONT VIEW
1. Infrared signal transmitter
2. : Activates snooze and backlight on
the main unit
3. C ANNEL: Switch remote sensor display
4. : View alarm status; set alarm
5. MEMORY: View current, maximum and minimum
temperature readings
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: Increase / decrease setting; activate /
deactivate radio-controlled clock
7. MODE: Change settings / display
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REMOTE CONTROL (RE289) - BACK VIEW
1. Battery compartment: Uses 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
REMOTE SENSOR (RT R328N) - FRONT VIEW
1. LCD display
2. LED status indicator
3. Ventilation duct
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REMOTE SENSOR (RT R328N) - BACK VIEW
1. Wall mount
2. C ANNEL switch (1-5)
3. RESET
4. °C / °F
5. SEARC
6. EU / UK radio signal format switch
7. Battery compartment
8. Fold-out stand
REMOTE SENSOR (RT R328N) - LCD DISPLAY
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1. Reception
2. Channel number (1-5)
3. Low battery indicator
4. Time
5. Temperature - °C or °F
6. Temperature reading
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GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES
Batteries are supplied with this product:
• Main unit 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
• Remote control 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
• Remote sensor 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity
as shown in the battery compartment. For best results,
install batteries in the remote sensor before the main
unit. Press RESET after each battery change.
To install the main unit batteries:
To install the remote control batteries:
NOTE
UNIT LOCATION
Main Clock / Alarm / Calendar Area
Remote Sensor Outdoor Temperature Area
REMOTE SENSOR (RT R328N)
This product is shipped with the RTHR328N Remote
Sensor. The main unit can collect data from up to
5 sensors.
The THGR328N and THR228N sensors are also
compatible with this weather station. (Additional sensors
are sold separately. Contact your local stockist for more
information.)
The RTHR328N sensor collects temperature readings
and signals from official time-keeping organizations for
the radio-controlled clock.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
shows when batteries are low.
It is recommended that you use alkaline
batteries with this product for longer performance.
NOTE
SENSOR SET UP
1. Open the battery compartment with a small Phillips
screwdriver and insert the batteries matching the
polarity (+ and -) as shown below.
2. Set the channel by pressing the C ANNEL button
to the required number. If you are using more than
one sensor, select a different channel for each
sensor.
3. Slide the EU / UK switch to the setting which best
suits your location.
4. Press RESET.
5. Place the sensor near the main unit.
6. Press SEARC to manually initiate signal sending
between the sensor and the main unit. The reception
icon on the main unit will blink for approximately
3 minutes while it is searching for the sensor. (Refer
to the "Sensor Data Transmission" section for more
information.)
7. Press the °C / °F button to select the setting you want.
8. Close the remote sensor battery compartment.
. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount or table stand.
To fold out the stand:
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For best results:
• Insert the batteries and select the unit, channel, and
radio signal format before you mount the sensor.
• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.
• Do not place the sensor more than 30 metres
(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.
• 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 and is subject
to the receiving range of the main unit.
You may need to experiment with various locations to
get the best results.
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SENSOR DATA TRANSMISSION
Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 60 Seconds. The
reception icon shown in the Outdoor Temperature Area
indicates the status.
NOTE
SELECT SENSOR C ANNEL
Press C ANNEL on the main unit, to switch between
sensors 1-5.
The house icon shows the selected remote sensor.
To auto-scan between sensors, press and hold
C ANNEL for 2 seconds. Each sensor's data will be
displayed for 3 seconds.
To end auto-scan, press C ANNEL or MEMORY.
SEARC FOR SENSOR
To search for a Thermo sensor, simultaneously press
and hold C ANNEL and MEMORY for 2 seconds.
If the sensor is still not found, check the
batteries.
CLOCK AND CALENDAR
This product tracks the time and date based on radio-
controlled signals from the RTHR328N remote sensor,
or manual settings that you enter.
RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK
The time and date are automatically updated by radio-
controlled clock signals from official time-keeping
organizations in Frankfurt (Germany) and Rugby
(England) unless you disable this feature. The signals
are collected by the remote sensor (RTHR328N)
whenever it is within 1500 km ( 32 miles) of a signal.
Initial reception takes 2-10 minutes, and is initiated when
you first set up the unit, and whenever you press RESET.
Once complete, the reception icon will stop blinking.
The reception icon shown in the Clock Area
indicates 2 factors:
• Connection between the main unit and the sensor
that collects RF signals ( )
• RF signal reception ( )
How these signals work together:
To force a manual search for the RF clock
reception, press and hold SEARC on the sensor
(RTHR328N).
TURN RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK ON / OFF
If you wish to manually set the clock, you must first
disable the radio-controlled feature. To do this, make
sure you are not in Setting Mode, then press and hold
DOWN on the main unit for 2 seconds. To enable it,
hold UP for 2 seconds.
• When the RF clock is enabled this icon will
appear on the display.
• When the RF clock is disabled this icon will
NOT appear on the display.
SET CLOCK
You only need to do this if you have disabled the radio-
controlled clock, or if you are too far from a RF signal.
1. Press and hold MODE / LIG T for 2 seconds to enter
Setting Mode.
2. The setting will blink to indicate it can now be changed.
3. Press UP or DOWN to change the setting.
4. Press MODE / LIG T to confirm the setting and
move to the next one. The order of the settings is:
time zone hour offset (+ / -23 hours), 12 / 24 hour
format, hour, minute, year, date / month format,
month, date, display language and hourly chime
(ON / OFF).
Main unit is searching for
sensors.
At least 1 channel has been
found.
Sensor 1 is sending data. (The
number shows which sensor is
selected.)
The selected sensor cannot be
found. Search for the sensor or
check batteries.
ICON DESCRIPTION
--- shows in Temp
Area
ICON MEANING
The unit has contact with the
remote sensor and has
synchronized the time.
The unit has contact with the
remote sensor but the time has
not been synchronized.
The unit has lost contact with
the remote sensor but the time
is synchronized.
The unit has lost contact with
the remote sensor and the time
is not synchronized.
The unit cannot reach the
remote sensor.
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Each display will be backlit for 5 seconds and will return
to the main screen display after 10 seconds.
OURLY C IME
The hourly chime function when set to ON will beep once
at the beginning of every hour, and the chime icon
will show on the display.
ALARM
This product is equipped with a 2-minute crescendo
alarm.
VIEW ALARM SETTINGS
Press ALARM. The alarm time and status will show in
the Clock Area.
SET ALARM
1. Press ALARM to switch to alarm display.
NOTE
You can select 1 of the 5 following languages:
SWITC CLOCK DISPLAY
Press MODE / LIG T to toggle between the following
clock displays:
• RF time with hour-offset time ( :MM)
• Day of the week
• Calendar
• RF time without offset
• Time-zone hour-offset setting
2. Press and hold ALARM again, for 2 seconds. The
alarm settings will blink.
3. Select the hour and minute. Press UP or DOWN to
change settings. Press ALARM to confirm. The
alarm will be activated automatically.
ACTIVATE ALARM
Press ALARM twice to start toggling between alarm ON
and alarm OFF.
shows in the Clock / Alarm Area when the alarm is
activated.
Press MODE, or wait 1 minute to return to clock
display.
SILENCE ALARM
When the alarm time is reached, the crescendo alarm
will sound for 2 minutes and the backlight will turn on for
5 seconds. To silence the alarm:
• Press on the remote control to
silence it for 8 minutes.
OR
• Press any key on the main unit or remote control
except to mute the alarm and
activate it again after 24 hours.
If no button is pressed, the alarm will automatically
silence after 2 minutes.
SYMBOL LANGUAGE
English
German
French
Italian
Spanish
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NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
The LCD display shows an animated icon indicating the
forecasted weather.
WEAT ER FORECAST ICONS
ICON DESCRIPTION
Clear
Partly cloudy
Cloudy
Rainy
Snowy
Day / Night
Day / Night
WEAT ER FORECAST
This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of weather
within a 30-50 km (1 -31 mile) radius. The forecast is
based on barometric pressure trend readings.
VIEW BAROMETER AREA
The night time icon displays from 6 PM to 6 AM.
TEMPERATURE
This product can display maximum, minimum and
current temperatures collected by the remote sensors
and main (indoor) unit.
MAXIMUM / MINIMUM RECORDS
• Press MEMORY to toggle between maximum (MAX),
minimum (MIN) and current records.
• To clear the records, press and hold MEMORY for
2 seconds. A beep will sound to confirm that the
memory has been cleared.
SELECT MEASUREMENT UNIT
Press the °C / °F button to choose the setting you want.
The display can show indoor temperatures ranging
from -5°C to +50°C (23°F to +122°F).
NOTE
BACKLIG T
To turn on the backlight for 5 seconds:
• Press MODE / LIG T on the main unit.
OR
• Press on the remote control.
When appears, the backlight function is
deactivated due to low-battery power. Replace with new
batteries to operate this function again.
RESET SYSTEM
Insert a thin blunt instrument into the hole below RESET
to return to the default settings.
When you press RESET, all settings will return
to default value, and you will lose all stored information.
REMOTE CONTROL (RE289)
The remote control interacts with the main unit using
infrared technology.
The buttons on the remote control complete the same
functions as the buttons on the front of the main unit.
Refer to the following list of functions and see the relevant
section headings for further information:
• Manually view 1 of 5 sensor channel's data or view
each channel for 3 seconds using auto-scan - see
"Select Sensor Channel".
• Force a manual search for the RF clock reception -
see "Radio-Controlled Clock".
• Enable / disable the radio-controlled clock - see "Turn
Radio-Controlled Clock On / Off".
• Manually set the clock, calendar and day of the week
language - see "Set Clock".
• View the 5 different clock displays - see "Switch Clock
Display".
• View the alarm settings, set the alarm, activate the
alarm and silence the alarm - see all of "Alarm"
section.
• View temperature records - see "Maximum /
Minimum Records".
The sensor auto-search function cannot be
operated by the remote control.
The main unit must be no more than 4 metres
(13 feet) from the remote control for a successful
connection to take place. Point the remote control directly
at the infrared window on the main unit for optimal
performance. The remote control cannot perform when
there is an obstacle between the 2 units.
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SAFETY AND CARE
Clean the product with a slightly damp cloth and alcohol-
free, mild detergent. Avoid dropping the product or
placing it in a high-traffic location.
WARNINGS
This product is designed to give you years of service if
handled properly. Oregon Scientific will not be
responsible for any deviations in the usage of the device
from those specified in the user instructions or any
unapproved alterations or repairs of the product.
Observe the following guidelines:
• Never immerse the product in water. This can cause
electrical shock and damage the product.
• Do not subject the main unit to extreme force, shock,
or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
• Do not tamper with the internal components.
• Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of
different types.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries with this product.
• Remove the batteries if storing this product for a long
period of time.
• Do not scratch the LCD display.
The technical specification of this product and
contents of this user manual are subject to change
without notice. Images not drawn to scale.
TROUBLES OOTING
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PROBLEM SYMPTOM REMEDY
Calendar Strange date /
month
Change language
( 6)
Clock Cannot adjust
clock
Disable radio-
controlled clock ( 6)
Cannot auto-
synch
1. Adjust batteries
( 5)
2. Press RESET
( 8)
3. Manually activate
radio-controlled
clock ( 6)
Temp Shows "LLL" or
"HHH"
Temperature is out-of-
range
Remote
sensor
Cannot locate
remote sensor
Check batteries ( 5)
SPECIFICATIONS
Main Unit Dimensions
L x W x H 225 x 24 x 141 mm
(8.86 x 0. 4 x 5.55 inches)
Weight 542 grams (1.1 lbs)
without battery
Remote Control Dimensions
L x W x H 108 x 17 x 3 mm
(4.25 x 0.67 x 1.54 inches)
Weight 34 grams (0.08 lbs)
without battery
Remote Sensor Dimensions
L x W x H 70 x 24.5 x 116 mm
(2.76 x 0. 6 x 4.57 inches)
Weight 108 grams (0.24 lbs)
without battery
Temperature
Unit °C or °F
Indoor Range -5°C to 50°C
(23°F to 122°F)
Outdoor Range -20°C to 60°C
(-4°F to 140°F)
Resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Memory Min / Max
Weather Forecast
Display Sunny (day / night),
partly cloudy (day /
night), cloudy, rainy,
snowy
Remote Unit (RT R328N)
RF frequency 433 MHz
Range Up to 30 metres
(100 feet) with
no obstructions
Transmission Approx. every 1 minute
Channel No. 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5
Unit °C or °F
Radio-Controlled Clock
Synchronization Auto or disabled
Clock display HH:MM
Hour format 12hr AM / PM
(MSF format)
24hr (DCF format)
Calendar DD / MM or MM / DD;
Day of the week in 1 of 5
languages (E, G, F, I, S)
Alarm Daily with 2-minute
crescendo
Snooze 8-minute snooze
(operated by remote
control only)
Power
Main unit
Batteries 4 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
Remote Control
Batteries 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
Remote Sensor
Batteries 2 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
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