Oregon Scientific BAR608HGA User manual

Wireless Weather Station
Model : BAR608HGA
User Manual
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CONTENTS
Contents ................................................................... 1
Introduction .............................................................. 2
About Oregon Scientific .......................................... 2
Product Overview .................................................... 3
Front View .............................................................. 3
Back View .............................................................. 4
Remote Sensor (THGR122NX) ............................. 5
Getting Started ......................................................... 6
Batteries ................................................................. 6
Access Front Button Panel .................................... 6
Change Settings .................................................... 6
Table Stand or Wall Mount ..................................... 6
Remote Sensor (THGR122NX) ................................ 6
Setup Sensor ......................................................... 7
Data Transmission ................................................. 8
Search for Sensor .................................................. 8
Clock ......................................................................... 8
Turn Atomic Clock ON/OFF ................................... 9
Set Clock ............................................................... 9
Switch Clock Display ............................................. 9
Alarms ....................................................................... 9
View Alarm Settings ............................................... 9
Set Alarm ............................................................... 9
Activate Alarm ........................................................ 9
Silence Alarm ......................................................... 9
Barometer ............................................................... 10
Barometric Trend ................................................. 10
Set Unit and Altitude ............................................ 10
Weather Forecast ................................................... 10
Temperature and Humidity .................................... 11
Select Temperature Unit ...................................... 11
Select Channel Number ....................................... 11
Minimum / Maximum Records ............................. 11
Moon Phase ............................................................ 11
Backlight ................................................................. 11
Reset System ......................................................... 11
Safety and Care ...................................................... 12
Warnings ................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 12
Specifications ......................................................... 13
Main Unit Dimensions .......................................... 13
Remote Sensor Dimensions ................................ 13
Temperature ......................................................... 13
Relative Humidity ................................................. 13
Barometer ............................................................ 13
Remote Sensor (THGR122NX) ........................... 13
Clock .................................................................... 14
Power ................................................................... 14
FCC Statement ....................................................... 14
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Wireless
Weather Station (BAR608HGA). This device bundles
precise time keeping, weather forecast, barometric trend
with altitude adjustment, and indoor and outdoor
temperature and humidity monitoring features into a
single tool you can use from the convenience of your
home.
In this box, you will find:
•Main unit
•Remote sensor (THGR122NX)
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 OREGON SCIENTIFIC
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn
more about other Oregon Scientific products such as
digital cameras, hand-held organizers, health and fitness
gear, and projection clocks. The website also includes
contact information for our customer service department,
in case you need to reach us.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
1. SNOOZE / LIGHT button
2. Weather Forecast & Barometric Trend Area
3. Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Area
4. Indoor Temperature & Humidity Area
5. Clock / Alarm Area
6Moon Phase
7. and : increase or decrease setting / activate
or deactivate Atomic Clock.
8. RESET hole
9. ((.)): view alarm status; set alarm
10. MEMORY: view current, maximum and minimum
temperature / humidity readings
11. CHANNEL: switch remote sensor
12. MODE: change display / settings
13. °C / °F switch
14. : turn alarm off for 24 hours
15. Altitude pressure: change measurement unit
(mb/hPa or inHg) and value
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BACK VIEW
1. Wall mount
2. Battery compartment
3. Table stand
REMOTE SENSOR (THGR122N)
GETTING STARTED
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REMOTE SENSOR (THGR122NX)
1. LCD display
2. LED Status indicator
1. Wall mount hole
2. RESET
3. Channel number (1 - 3)
4. Battery compartment
(Battery compartment cover not shown)
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CHANGE SETTINGS
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds to enter setting
mode.
2. Press UP or DOWN to change settings.
3. Press MODE to confirm.
TABLE STAND OR WALL MOUNT
Use the stand on the back of the product, or mount it on
a wall with a nail.
GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES
Batteries are not supplied with this product. You will need
to purchase 3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V alkaline batteries for
the main unit, and 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V alkaline batteries
for the remote sensor.
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.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
NOTE
shows when batteries are low.
UNIT LOCATION
Main Indoor Temperature /
Humidity Area
Remote Outdoor Temperature /
Humidity Area
ACCESS FRONT BUTTON PANEL
The front button panel is located inside the right portion
of the main unit. Slide it right to access the buttons.
REMOTE SENSOR (THGR122NX)
This product is shipped with a THGR122NX Thermo/
Hygro Sensor that collects Temperature and Humidity
data. Data can be collected from up to 3 sensors.
Additional sensors sold separately.
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3. Set the channel. The switch is located in the battery
compartment.
4. Place the sensor near the main unit. Press RESET
on the sensor. Then, press and hold MEM and
CHANNEL on the main unit to 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.)
5. Close the remote sensor battery compartment.
6. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount or table stand.
SETUP SENSOR
1. Open the remote sensor battery compartment with
a small Phillips screwdriver.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarity as shown
in the battery compartment.
For best results:
•Insert the batteries and select the channel before
you mount the sensor.
•Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and
moisture.
•Do not place the sensor more than 30 meters
(98 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.
You may need to experiment with various locations to
get the best results.
SWITCH OPTION
Channel Channel 1 - 3. If you are using
more than one sensor, select a
different channel for each sensor.
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SEARCH FOR SENSOR
To search for a sensor, press and hold MEM and
CHANNEL for 2 seconds.
If the sensor is still not found, check the
batteries, obstructions, and remote unit location.
Signals from household devices such as
doorbells, electronic garage doors, and home security
systems may cause temporary reception failure. This is
normal and does not affect general product performance.
The reception will resume once the interference ends.
--- shows in Outdoor
Temp / Humidity Area
ICON DESCRIPTION
Main unit is searching for
sensors.
At least 1 channel has
been found.
Channel 1 is selected (number
will change depending on the
sensor you select)
The selected sensor cannot
be found. Search for the
sensor or check batteries.
CLOCK
This product shows the current time, and day of week in
English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish. The US
Atomic Clock in Boulder, Colorado automatically updates
this information unless you disable the feature. The
signals are collected by the main unit when it is within
1500 km (932 miles) of a signal.
Initial reception takes 2 - 10 minutes, and is initiated
when you first setup the unit, and whenever you press
RESET. Once complete, the reception icon will stop
blinking. The icon is shown in the Clock Area.
To force a manual search for Atomic Clock signals, press
and hold UP for 2 seconds. If no signal is found, check
the batteries.
If the Atomic Clock signal is received and the
hour is incorrect, use the "timezone offset" feature to
adjust it to the appropriate timezone. Please see "SET
CLOCK" on pg. 9 for instructions.
NOTE
NOTE
DATA TRANSMISSION
Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 40 seconds.
The reception icon shown in the Temperature and
Humidity Areas show the status.
NOTE
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TURN ATOMIC CLOCK ON/OFF
Perform this step if you cannot receive Atomic Clock
signals. Press and hold DOWN for 2 seconds. Then,
manually set the clock following the "Set Clock"
instructions (below).
SET CLOCK
You only need to do this if you have disabled the Atomic
Clock feature (for example, if you are too far from or
cannot receive a signal).
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds. The Clock
Area will blink.
2. Select the time zone, hour, minute, year, month,
day, and language. Press UP or DOWN to change
the setting. Press MODE to confirm.
The language options are (E) English,
(F) French, (D) German, (I) Italian, and (S) Spanish.
The time zone options are (PA) Pacific,
(CE) Central, (MO) Mountain, and (EA) Eastern.
SWITCH CLOCK DISPLAY
Press MODE to toggle between Clock with Seconds and
Clock with Weekday display.
The signal icon indicates that the Atomic Clock
feature is ON. No icon means that it is OFF
ALARMS
This product is equipped with a 2-minute crescendo
alarm.
VIEW ALARM SETTINGS
Press ((.)). The Alarm Time and ((.)) status will show in
the Clock Area.
SET ALARM
1. Press ((.)) to switch to Alarm display.
2. Press and hold ((.)) again for 2 seconds. The Alarm
settings will blink.
3. Select the hour and minute. Press UP or DOWN to
change settings. Press ((.)) to confirm.
ACTIVATE ALARM
Press to activate or deactivate the Alarm.
shows in the Clock / Alarm Area when the Alarm
is activated.
SILENCE ALARM
When the Alarm time is reached, the crescendo alarm
will sound for 2 minutes. Press SNOOZE / LIGHT to
silence it for 8 minutes. Or, press to turn it off until
the next day.
NOTE
NOTE
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