Oregon Scientific Global 5-Day Weather Adviser II I600 User manual

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CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................... 2
Packaging contents .................................................. 2
Overview .................................................................... 3
Front view ............................................................... 3
Back view ............................................................... 3
USB communications hub ...................................... 4
Outdoor thermo-hygro sensor ................................ 4
Getting Started .......................................................... 4
Set up remote sensor ............................................. 4
Set up USB communications hub .......................... 5
Set up main unit ..................................................... 6
Data Transmission .................................................... 6
To disable sleep mode on computer (Windows XP
or earlier version) ................................................... 6
To disable sleep mode on computer
(Windows Vista) ..................................................... 7
Screen Display .......................................................... 7
To change display modes ....................................... 7
To view different warning messages ...................... 7
Weather forecast .................................................... 7
Clock .......................................................................... 7
To manually set clock ............................................. 7
Alarm ......................................................................... 8
To set alarm ........................................................... 8
To activate / deactivate alarm ................................ 8
To silence alarm ..................................................... 8
Backlight ................................................................... 8
Reset .......................................................................... 8
Specifications ........................................................... 8
Precautions ............................................................... 9
About Oregon Scientific .......................................... 9
EU-Declaration of Conformity ............................... 10
FCC Statement ........................................................ 10
Declaration of conformity ..................................... 11
Global 5-Day Weather Adviser II
Model: I600
USER MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific™ Global
5-Day Weather Adviser II (I600).
The weather station is capable of connecting to a PC
computer using the USB connection. By installing the
PC software, world cities can be user-selectable. The
software can also download and display the latest
weather data and time of the selected cities. Please
download the software from the following website:
http://10.1.6.110/Oregon.exe
For full details see software instructions.
PC system requirements
The minimum system requirements for use of the
software is:
• Operating system: Microsoft Windows 98 or above
• Processor: 300 MHz or higher CPU speed
• RAM: Min. 128Mb
• Hard disk free space: Min. 50Mb
• CD-ROM or DVD drive
NOTE The USB is only used for the uploading and
downloading of weather data. It is not to be used for
charging battery power.
NOTE Please 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.
PACKAGING CONTENTS
1 x USB Cable
1 x Remote
Sensor
1 x USB
Communications
Hub
3 x AA
UM-3 1.5V
Batteries
2 x AAA
UM-4 1.5V
Batteries
1 x Main Unit

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OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
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1. : Information signal reception indicator
2. : Indicate AM / PM
3. : Indicate daily alarm is On
4. : Indicate alarm time is displayed
5. : Main unit batteries low
6. City name / Clock / Calendar / Scrolling warning
message
7. Today’s weather forecast (home environment)
8. Today’s regional weather forecast (user selected city)
9. : Indicate outdoor sensor reception status
10. : Sensor batteries low
11. Current indoor / outdoor temperature / humidity
(home environment)
12. Today’s regional HI / LO temperature (user selected city)
13. Next 4 day regional weather forecast with HI / LO
temperature (user selected city)
BACK VIEW
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1. SNOOZE · MESSAGE: Activate snooze alarm; turn
on backlight; toggle between weather warning /
advisory / clock message
2. ALARM: Change settings / display; activate/deactivate
alarm; set alarm
3. MODE: Toggle between temperature and humidity
display; set clock
4. UP: Initiate sensor search; increase value of the setting;
enter Registration Mode; display next city’s data
5. DOWN: Decrease value of the setting; enter Registration
mode; display previous city’s data
6. Wall mount holes
7. RESET: Reset unit to default settings
8. ºC / ºF: Select temperature unit

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USB COMMUNICATIONS HUB
FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW
Front View:
1. LED status indicator: Blink during registration with main
unit or during sensor search; indicate a successful
USB connection
Back View:
1. SEARCH: Initiate search for remote sensors; initiate
registration with main unit
2. RESET: Reset USB Communications Hub to default
settings
3. USB port: Upload / download records to / from PC
OUTDOOR THERMO-HYGRO SENSOR
FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW
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Front View:
1. LED status indicator: Blink when transmitting a reading
Back View:
1. RESET: Reset unit to default settings
2. Channel switch
3. Battery compartment
GETTING STARTED
SET UP REMOTE SENSOR
1. Slide open the battery door.
2. Select channel.
3. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities (+ / -)
and press RESET.
4. Close the battery door.

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NOTE
• Install batteries in the remote sensor before installing
the USB Communications Hub and main unit.
• Press RESET after each battery change.
5. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount bracket.
6. Press and hold SEARCH on USB Communications
Hub to initiate search and start receiving data from
the sensor.
NOTE USB Communications Hub will search only for
already registered sensor or new sensor reset within
last 30 minutes. To register a new sensor, reset sensor
prior to search.
7. Press and hold UP on the main unit to initiate sensor
search.
For best results:
• Place the sensor within 100 m (300 ft) of the USB
Communications Hub and main unit.
• Position the sensor so that it faces the USB
Communications Hub and main unit, minimizing
obstructions such as doors, walls and furniture.
• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.
• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view to
the sky, away from metallic / electronic objects.
• Position the sensor close to the USB Communications
Hub and main unit during cold winter months as
below-freezing temperatures may affect battery
performance and signal transmission.
TIP The transmission range may vary depending on
many factors. You may need to experiment with various
locations to get the best results.
NOTE Use alkaline batteries for longer usage and
consumer grade lithium batteries in temperatures below
freezing.
SET UP USB COMMUNICATIONS HUB
NOTE Set up the remote sensor before installing the
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For continuous use, always connect the USB
Communications Hub to the computer using the USB
cable provided.
There is a registration mode with the main unit when
the USB Communications Hub is turned on the first
time, or after each installation. Users can also force a
registration.
To register with the main unit:
• Press and hold SEARCH at the back of USB
Communications Hub to enter registration mode.
• Press and hold UP + DOWN at the back of main unit
to enter registration mode.
SET UP MAIN UNIT
NOTE Set up the remote sensor and USB Communications
Hub before installing the main unit.
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.
3. Press RESET after each battery change.
NOTE Batteries should not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine or fire.
DATA TRANSMISSION
To upload / download weather data:
• Install and start the PC software.
• Select world cities in the software programme.
• Set up the remote sensor.
• Connect the USB Communications Hub to the computer.
• Set up the main unit and register it with the USB
Communications Hub.
IMPORTANT
• Always connect the USB Communications Hub to
the computer.
• Ensure Sleep Mode on computer is disabled as this
will adversely affect the operation.
TO DISABLE SLEEP MODE ON COMPUTER
(WINDOWS XP OR EARLIER VERSION)
1. Right click on Desktop.
2. Choose “Properties”.
3. Click on “Screen Saver” Tab in the Display Properties
window.
4. Click on “Power” located at the bottom half of window.
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6. Under “System standby” option, choose “Never” in
drop down menu.
7. Click “Apply” and then click “OK”.
8. Previous window will return. Click “OK” to confirm
and exit.
TO DISABLE SLEEP MODE ON COMPUTER
(WINDOWS VISTA)
1. Right click on Desktop.
2. Choose “Personalize”.
3. Click on “Screen Saver” Tab in the Display
Properties window.
4. Click on “Change Power Settings” located at the
bottom half of window.
5. Select “High Performance” and click “Change plan
settings”.
6. Click “Change advanced power settings”.
7. Click “Sleep” and click “Hibernate after”.
8. Click “Setting” and set “0” minutes.
9. Click “Apply” and then “OK”.
SCREEN DISPLAY
TO CHANGE DISPLAY MODES
To toggle between 5 cities:
Press UP or DOWN.
To view alarm time and status:
Press ALARM.
To toggle between temperature and humidity display:
Press MODE.
TO VIEW DIFFERENT WARNING MESSAGES
Press SNOOZE · MESSAGE.
WEATHER FORECAST
For your convenience there is an enclosed sheet
listing individual weather icons and their respective
meanings.
CLOCK
TO MANUALLY SET CLOCK
NOTE This product is designed to synchronise its calendar
clock automatically with the information downloaded from
the PC.
1. Press and hold MODE to enter settings.
2. Press UP / DOWN to change settings.
3. Press MODE to confirm settings.
The settings order is: 12/24 hour format, hour,
minute, year, month-day / day-month, month, day and
language.
NOTE The language options are English (ENG),
German (GER), French (FRE), Italian (ITA), Spanish
(SPA) and Russian (RUS).

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ALARM
TO SET ALARM
1. Press ALARM to enter Alarm mode.
2. Press and hold ALARM to enter settings.
3. Press UP / DOWN to set hour / minute.
4. Press ALARM to confirm settings.
5. Press MODE to confirm and return to clock display.
TO ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE ALARM
1. Press ALARM to enter Alarm mode.
2. Press ALARM repeatedly until desired option is
displayed ( / “OFF”).
3. Press MODE to confirm and return to clock display.
TO SILENCE ALARM
• Press SNOOZE · MESSAGE to silence it for 8 minutes.
OR
• Press any key to turn the alarm off and activate it
again after 24 hours.
BACKLIGHT
Press SNOOZE · MESSAGE to activate LED backlight
for 8 seconds.
RESET
Press RESET to return to the default settings.
SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN UNIT
Dimensions (L x W x H) 189 x 42 x 119 mm
(7.4 x 1.7 x 4.7 in)
Weight 350 g (12.35 oz) without battery
Power 3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V batteries
INDOOR TEMPERATURE
Temperature unit °C / °F
Displayed range 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Operating range -5°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F)
Resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)
INDOOR RELATIVE HUMIDITY
Displayed range 2% to 98%
Operating range 25% to 90%
Resolution 1%
USB COMMUNICATIONS HUB
Dimensions (L x W x H) 68 x 46 x 136 mm
(2.7 x 1.8 x 5.4 in)
Weight 92 g (3.2 oz) without battery
Signal frequency 433 MHz
Transmission range 100 m (300 ft) unobstructed
Information update Approximately every 10 minutes
Registration period Approximately 20 minutes
Power Via PC through USB cable

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OUTDOOR REMOTE THERMO-HYGRO SENSOR
L x W x H 62 x 20 x 90 mm
(2.4 x 0.8 x 3.5 in)
Weight 50 g (1.76 oz) without battery
Temperature range -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Temperature resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)
Humidity range 5% to 95%
Humidity resolution 1%
Signal frequency 433 MHz
Transmission range 100 m (300 ft) unobstructed
Transmission period Approximately every 60 seconds
Number of channels 3
Power 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V batteries
CLOCK / CALENDAR
Clock display HH:MM
Hour format 12hr AM/PM or 24hr
Calendar DD/MM or MM/DD
PRECAUTIONS
• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock,
dust, temperature or humidity.
• Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items
such as newspapers, curtains etc.
• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid
over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials.
• Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components.
This invalidates the warranty.
• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old
batteries.
• Images shown in this manual may differ from the
actual display.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected
separately for special treatment and not as normal
household waste.
• Placement of this product on certain types of wood
may result in damage to its finish for which Oregon
Scientific will not be responsible. Consult the furniture
manufacturer's care instructions for information.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.
• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal
waste. Collection of such waste separately for special
treatment is necessary.
• Please note that some units are equipped with a
battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the
battery compartment before first use.
NOTE The technical specifications for this product and
the contents of the user manual are subject to change
without notice.
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more
about Oregon Scientific products. If you’re in the US and
would like to contact our Customer Care department
directly, please visit:

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www2.oregonscientific.com/service/support
OR
Call 1-800-853-8883.
For international inquiries, please visit:
www2.oregonscientific.com/about/international
EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Global 5-
Day Weather Adviser II (Model: I600) is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed
and dated Declaration of Conformity is available on
request via our Oregon Scientific Customer Service.
COUNTRIES RTTE APPROVAL COMPLIED
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING Changes or modifications 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 the limits for a Class 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 interference to radio or television reception,
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.
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• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV
technician for help.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following information is not to be used as contact for
support or sales. Please call our customer service number
(listed on our website at www.oregonscientific.com, or on
the warranty card for this product) for all inquiries instead.
We
Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin,
Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883
declare that the product
Product No.: I600
Product Name: Global 5-Day Weather Adviser II
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1,41 Man Yue St.,
Hung Hom, Kowloon,
Hong Kong
is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device
may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

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Global 5-Day Weather Adviser II
Model: I600
USER MANUAL

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Model: I600
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