Oregon Scientific BAR913 User manual

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Digital Weather Forecaster
with Hygrometer and RF Clock
Model: BAR913
USER MANUAL

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Instruction Manual
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Mode D'emploi
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Bedienungsanleitung
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Manuale di Istruzioni
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Instrucciones de Funcionamiento
MODEL: BAR913
DIGITAL WEATHER FORECASTER
WITH HYGROMETER AND RF CLOCK

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DIGITAL WEATHER FORECASTER
WITH HYGROMETER AND
RF CLOCK
MODEL : BAR913
User Manual
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the BAR913 Digital Weather
Forecaster with Hygrometer and RF Clock. The BAR913 is an all-
in-one weather forecasting device and clock.
The BAR913, a weather forecasting device, has several weather
related functions. A main feature is that it takes and records
temperatures in more than one location. Using a wireless remote
thermo-sensor, it can simultaneously monitor temperatures in
three remote locations. The unit will show temperature trends and
record maximum and minimum temperature readings.
As part of the weather forecasting function, a built-in barometer
that displays atmospheric pressure. Using graphic illustrations
the unit displays atmospheric pressure trends and displays forecasts
as sunny, partly cloudy, cloudy, and rainy.
The BAR913 is also a Radio Frequency (RF) controlled clock. It can
automatically synchronize its current time and date when it is
brought within an approximate 1500 km radius of the radio signal
generated from Frankfurt, Germany (DCF77).
Included with this unit is a hygrometer. This feature graphically
illustrates the current comfort level, displays the current humidity,
and shows maximum and minimum humidity levels.
Other features of the BAR913 include, backlight, extra-large liquid
crystal display (LCD), and a daily crescendo alarm with an eight
minute snooze function.
No wire installation is required between the main and remote units.
As the BAR913 operates at 433 MHz, it can be used in the USA and
most places in Continental Europe.
MAIN FEATURES: MAIN UNIT

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A. FRONT DISPLAY
The extra-large LCD occupies the front panel. The LCD is
subdivided into five easy-to-read sections. Each section
has a specific purpose that relates to weather forecasting,
humidity, or clock / calendar / alarm functions.
A1. WEATHER FORECAST WINDOW
-Graphically illustrates a weather forecast
-Indicates trends in atmospheric pressure
-Indicates when main unit battery is low
A2. REMOTE TEMPERATURE WINDOW
-Displays current temperature, remote sensor unit
-Indicates the minimum / maximum remote temperature
-Displays remote temperature as Fahrenheit(°F) or Celsius(°C)
-Indicates remote temperature trend
-Indicates when the remote sensor battery is low
-Indicates the remote sensor channel
A3. MAIN UNIT TEMPERATURE WINDOW
-Displays current indoor temperature
-Indicates minimum / maximum indoor temperature
-Displays indoor temperatures as Fahrenheit(°F) / Celsius(°C)
A4. HYGROMETER WINDOW
-Graphically illustrates the level of comfort.
-Current humidity
-Maximum and minimum humidity level
A5. TIME/DATE/ALARM WINDOW
-Displays the current time, date (day, month, and year), or
alarm time
-Radio Frequency (RF) status indicator [ ]
-“ALARM ON” icon, indicates when the alarm is active [ ]
-Alarm indicator [
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-A.M. / P.M. indicator
B. CONTROL BUTTONS
B1. CHANNEL BUTTON
Sets the remote sensor channel.
B2. MEMORY BUTTON
Displays minimum and maximum temperature readings, and
erases memory data
B3. UP(+)DOWN(-) BUTTONS
Sets the increase or decrease in the value of a setting.
B4. MODE BUTTON
Changes the display mode of the clock, and alters time/date
setting
B5. SNOOZE/LIGHT BAR
Activates the snooze function, functions to turn on the
backlight
B6. ALARMSET BUTTON[]
Displays the alarm time, or changes the alarm time
B7. ALARM OFF/ON BUTTON[ ]
Activates and deactivates the alarm

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C. BACK PANEL
C1. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates four UM-3 or “AA” size batteries
C2. RESET SLOT
Resets the unit by returning all setting to their default values
C3. °C/°F SLIDE SWITCH
Selects between Centigrade (°C ) or Fahrenheit(°F) display
C4. COLLAPSIBLE TABLE STAND
Easy-open table stand with lock
MAIN FEATURES:
REMOTE SENSOR UNIT
The remote sensor is an independent component. It comes with
a wall-mount holder and removable table stand.
D1. LCD
Displays the current temperature monitored by the remote
unit
D2. LED INDICATOR
Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading

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D3. °C/°F SLIDES WITCH
Selects between Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
D4. CHANNEL SLIDE SWITCH
Designates the remote sensor Channel 1, Channel 2 or
Channel 3
D5. RESET BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
D6. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two UM-4 “AAA” size batteries
D7. BATTERY DOOR
D8. WALL-MOUNT HOLDER
Supports the remote unit in wall-mounting
D9. REMOV ABLE TABLE STAND
For standing the remote unit on a flat surface
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
For best operation:
1. Insert batteries for the remote unit first. Then proceed with
inserting the batteries for the main unit.
2. Position the remote unit and the main unit within effective
transmission range. In usual circumstances, the effective range
is 30 meters.
3. Though the remote unit is weather proof, it should be placed
away form direct sunlight, rain or snow.
BATTERY INSTALLATION:
REMOTE UNIT
The remote unit uses two (2) UM-4 or “AAA” size batteries.
Installation:
1. Remove the outer battery compartment door.
2. Remove inner screws and open the inner clear plastic
compartment door.
3. Select the channel number on the CHANNEL slide switch.
4. Select the temperature display unit on the °C/°F slide switch.
5. Insert the batteries strictly according to the polarities shown.
6. Replace the battery compartment door and secure its screws.
BATTERY INSTALLATION: MAIN UNIT
1. Gently lift the tab on the battery compartment door.
2. Insert four UM-3 or “AA” size alkaline batteries.

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3. Replace the battery compartment door.
Note: For both the remote sensor and the main unit, replace batteries
when they are low. The [ ] battery low indicator in the outdoor
temperature window will be displayed when the batteries are low.
ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION
The BAR913 is designed to automatically synchronize its calendar
clock once it is brought within range of the Frankfurt DCF77 radio
signal. It will scan and adjust every full hour.
When the BAR913 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 for the last full
hour will be indicated.
For better reception, place the clock away from metal objects and
electrical appliances to minimize interference.
Should you wish to deactivate the RF controlled function, press
MODE and DOWN(-) button simultaneously.
To reactivate the RF control function, press MODE and UP(+)
simultaneously.
HOW TO USE THE BACKLIGHT
Press SNOOZE/LIGHT baronce.Thebacklightwill be activate for
five seconds.
- Strong
- Weak
- No signal
- Receiving

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3. Setting the time
Press MODE again, the hour settings will flash. Use the UP(+)
or DOWN(-) button to enter the hours. Holding down either the
up or down position will increase or decrease the value rapidly.
Press MODE again, the minute settings will flash. Again, use the
UP(+) or DOWN(-) button to change the minutes.
Note: When changes are made to the clock settings, the seconds
will start from zero.
4. Setting the calendar
Proceeding for the time display:
Press MODE again, the calendar settings are displayed and the
year is flashing. Use the UP(+) or DOWN(-) button to change the
year.
Press MODE button, the month settings will flash. Enter the
appropriate month using the UP(+) or DOWN(-) button.
Press MODE button, the day settings will flash. Enter the
appropriate day using the UP(+) or DOWN(-) button.
Press MODE again. The day (D) and month (M) symbols will
flash. The unit provides an option that allows either the day or
the month to be indicated first. Using the UP(+) or DOWN (-)
button, select whether the calendar reads as: Day/Month; or
Month/Day.
Day / Month Month / Day
Press MODE again to confirm and exit.
HOW TO MANUALLY SET THE CLOCK
1. Setting the 12hr./24hr. clock display
Press MODE and hold for three seconds. The 12-hr value will
flash. Use the UP(+) or DOWN(-) buttons to make a selection
between a twenty-four hour display and a twelve hour display.
2. Setting the Multilingual Day-Of-The-Week Function
The day-of-the-week can be expressed as an abbreviation in five
different languages. The languages and their selected
abbreviations for each day of the week are
shown in the language chart below.
Proceeding from the clock display:
Press MODE again and the language setting will flash. Use the
UP(+) or DOWN(-) button to select E for English, I for Italian, D
for German, F for French, or S for Spanish.
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Arrow
indicator
Temperature
Trend Steady FallingRising
ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE
The atmospheric pressure indicator, in the weather forecast window,
uses arrows to indicate if the atmospheric pressure is increasing,
remaining stable, or decreasing.
HOW TO SET AND ACTIVATE THE
ALARM
1. To set the Alarm
Press ALARM button to display the alarm time.
Press ALARM and hold for three seconds, the value for the hour
setting will flash.
Press UP(+) or DOWN(-) buttons to make changes to the alarm
hour setting.
Press ALARM, the minute setting will flash. Enter the value for
the minute setting.
Press ALARM to exit.
The alarm is automatically activated.
2. To deactivate the alarm setting
Press ALARM ON/OFF [] to activate or deactivate the
alarm setting. When the ALARM ON icon [ ]is visible, the
alarm is set. The alarm will active at the specified time.
ALARM AND SNOOZE FUNCTION
When the alarm activates, the backlight will go on for five seconds
and the ALARM ON icon will flash.
The alarm function has a built in crescendo type alarm system.
Initially, the active alarm will have a gentle sound. The intensity
will increase in three stages. Without interruption, the unit will
alarm for two minutes.
To stop the alarm, press any button. However, if the SNOOZE/
LIGHT bar is pressed, the SNOOZE functionwill be triggered. The
alarm will stop and the ALARM ON icon blinks for eight minutes.
Then the alarm activates again.
To deactivate the SNOOZE function, press the ALARM ON/OFF
button.
CHECKING INDOOR AND REMOTE
SENSOR TEMPERATURES
Theindoor temperature readings,and indoor temperaturemaximum/
minimum indicator are all part of the INDOOR TEMPERATURE
window.
The OUTDOOR temperature window displays remote sensor
temperatures, maximum and minimum temperatures and outdoor
temperature trends. This window also displays the remote sensor
channels and a remote sensor battery low [ ] icon.
The temperature can be shown in Centigrade (°C) or Fahrenheit
(°F). Select the appropriate reading by using the °C/°F slide switch
(located in the battery compartment). Slide the switch to °C for
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This unit is able to measure outdoor temperatures within -50°C (-
58°F) and +70°C (+158°F) and indoor temperatures within -9.9° C
(14.2° F) and 70.° C (158.°F). If the temperature goes above or below
these amounts, the display will show a flashing “HHH” or “LLL”.
NOTE ON OUTDOOR-REMOTE
TEMPERATURE
Once batteries are in place in the remote unit, it will start
transmitting samplings at 30 second intervals.
If no signals are received when the outdoor-remote temperature is
selected, “ ” will be displayed. To force the main unit to
search for remote sensor signals, press MEMORY and CHANNEL
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.
Repeat this procedure whenever you find discrepancies between
the display on the main unit and the display on the remote sensor.
NOTE ON SETTING REMOTE SENSOR
CHANNELS
The unit has an auto-scan function that sequentially displays
temperature readings of up to three remote sensors. If more than one
remote sensor is being used, set the channel before inserting the
batteries.
Arrow
indicator
Temperature
Trend Steady FallingRising
MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM
TEMPERATURES
The maximum and minimum recorded temperatures will be
automaticallystoredinmemory.Todisplaythem,press MEMORY.
Press MEMORYagaintoalternatebetweenthemaximum,minimum,
and current temperatures. The respective MAX or MIN indicator
will be displayed.
To clear the memory, press MEMORY button and hold for three
seconds. The maximum and minimum recorded temperatures will
be erased. Subsequently, if you press MEMORY after the memory
has been erased, the maximum and minimum temperature will have
the same values as the current reading.
TEMPERATURE TREND
The temperature trend indicator shows the trend of temperatures
collected at that particular remote sight. Three trends: rising, steady,
and falling will be shown.
WEATHER FORECAST
The unit is capable of detecting atmospheric pressure changes.
Basedoncollecteddata,itcanpredicttheweatherfortheforthcoming
12 to 24 hours. The effective range covers an area of 30 to 50 km.