Oregon Scientific BAR623P User manual

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CONTENTS
Contents ................................................................ 1
Introduction ........................................................... 2
Product Overview ................................................. 2
Front View ......................................................... 2
Back View ......................................................... 3
LCD Display ...................................................... 4
Remote Sensor (THN122N) .............................. 5
Getting Started ...................................................... 6
Batteries ............................................................ 6
AC Adaptor ........................................................ 7
Change Settings ................................................ 7
Remote Sensor (THN122N) .................................. 8
Setup Sensor .................................................... 8
Data Transmission ............................................ 9
Search for Sensor ............................................. 10
Clock ...................................................................... 10
Turn Clock ON / OFF ........................................ 10
Set Clock / Calendar ......................................... 11
Switch Clock Display ......................................... 11
Alarm ...................................................................... 11
View Alarm Settings .......................................... 11
Set Alarm ........................................................... 11
Activate Alarm ................................................... 11
Silence Alarm .................................................... 12
Weather Forecast .................................................. 12
Temperature .......................................................... 13
Select Temperature Unit .................................... 13
Minimum / Maximum Records ........................... 13
Moon Phase ........................................................... 13
Backlight ................................................................ 13
Reset System ........................................................ 14
Projection Unit ...................................................... 14
Safety and Care ..................................................... 14
Warnings ................................................................ 14
Troubleshooting .................................................... 15
Specifications ........................................................ 16
Main Unit Dimensions ....................................... 16
Remote Sensor Dimensions ............................. 16
Temperature ...................................................... 16
Remote Sensor (THN122N) .............................. 16
Clock / Projector ................................................ 16
Power ................................................................ 17
About Oregon Scientific ....................................... 17
EC-Declaration of Conformity .............................. 18
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ Wireless
Weather Station (BAR623P / BAR623PU). This device
bundles precise time keeping with a projection clock,
weather forecast, and indoor and outdoor temperature
monitoring features into a single tool you can use from
the convenience of your home.
In this box, you will find:
•Main unit with projection clock
•Main unit batteries, 3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V
• Main unit 4.5V AC / DC adaptor with jack
•Remote sensor (THN122N)
• Remote sensor batteries, 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V
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.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
1. SNOOZE / LIGHT button
2. and : Increase or decrease setting / activate
or deactivate RF Clock
3. MODE: Change display / settings
4. : View alarm status; set alarm
5. : Press to activate or deactivate alarm
6. Clock and outdoor temperature projector unit
7. LCD display
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BACK VIEW
1. Projector FOCUS knob
2. Projector IMAGE ROTATION knob
3. PROJECTION ON / OFF switch
4. AC / DC adaptor plug cover
5. Battery compartment (cover off)
6. SEARCH button to locate the remote sensor
7. MEM: View current, maximum, and minimum
temperature readings
8. °C / °F switch
9. RESET hole
10. Battery compartment (cover on)
11.Fixed table stand
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LCD DISPLAY
1. Weather display
2. Radio Frequency (RF) reception icon
3. Alarm activated
4. Alarm setting
5. Time
6. Indoor temperature
7. Low battery icon for main unit
8. °C / °F (Outdoor temperature)
9. Sensor signal
10. Low battery icon for sensor
11. Outdoor temperature
12. Calendar
13. Moon Phase
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REMOTE SENSOR (THN122N)
1. Wall mount hole
2. RESET hole
3. CHANNEL number (1-3)
4. Battery compartment
(Battery compartment cover not shown)
1. LED status indicator
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UNIT LOCATION
Main Indoor Temperature Area
Remote Outdoor Temperature Area
Installing the batteries:GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES
Batteries are supplied with this product:
Main unit 3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V batteries
Remote unit 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V batteries
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity
(+ and -) 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.
NOTE Do not use rechargeable batteries.
shows when batteries are low.
NOTE It is recommended that you use alkaline batteries
with this product for longer performance.
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AC ADAPTOR
The main unit has a 4.5V AC / DC adaptor with jack,
which provides continuous clock / temperature projection.
Inserting the adaptor:
CHANGE SETTINGS
To change, time, calendar and language settings:
1. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds to enter setting
mode.
2. Press or to change settings. (To reach the
setting you want quickly, press and hold or .)
3. Press MODE to confirm.
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Installing the batteries:
REMOTE SENSOR (THN122N)
This product is shipped with a THN122N Thermometer
Sensor that collects Temperature data. The main unit
can be connected to only 1 remote sensor.
SETUP SENSOR
1. Open the remote sensor battery compartment with
a small Phillips screwdriver.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarity (+ and -)
as shown in the battery compartment.
3. Set the channel switch to any 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 SEARCH 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.
Using the stand or wall mount:
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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 metres
(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.
DATA TRANSMISSION
Data is sent from the sensor every 40 seconds. The
reception icon shown in the Temperature Area shows
the status.
ICON
The sensor cannot be
found. Search for the
sensor or check batteries
--- show in Outdoor
Temp Area
DESCRIPTION
Main unit is searching
for the sensor
A Channel has been
found
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To force a manual search for clock signals, press and
hold for 2 seconds. If no signal is found, check the
batteries.
TURN CLOCK ON / OFF
Perform this step if you cannot receive clock signals.
Press and hold for 2 seconds. Then, manually set the
clock following the “Set Clock” instructions (below).
The signal icon indicates that the clock feature is
ON. No icon means that it is OFF.
Once complete, the reception icon will stop blinking. The
icon is shown in the Clock Area.
STRONG SIGNAL WEAK SIGNAL NO SIGNAL
SEARCH FOR SENSOR
To search for the sensor, press and hold SEARCH for 2
seconds.
NOTE If the sensor is still not found, check the batteries,
obstructions, and remote unit location.
NOTE 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.
CLOCK
The clock automatically synchronizes the current time
and date when it is brought within range of the radio
signal DCF77 generated from Frankfurt, Germany for
Central Europe (model BAR623P) or MSF60 generated
from Rugby, England (model BAR623PU).
NOTE 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.
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