Oregon Scientific RAR501 User manual

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USER MANUAL
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Front view .............................................................. 2
Back view ............................................................... 3
Sensor .................................................................... 3
Accessories – separate purchase required ............ 4
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Remote sensor installation ..................................... 4
Main unit installation .............................................. 5
Synchronising and placing sensors ....................... 5
Name tags .............................................................. 6
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Mold alert ............................................................... 6
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 6
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1. Weather forecast
2. : mold alert
3. Main unit batteries low
4. Temperature and humidity for location where main
unit is placed
5. Temperature and humidity for location where sensor
is placed
6. Customisable name tags
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1. Wall mount hole
2. Battery compartment
3. Collapsible table stand
4. : select temperature unit
5. : reset unit to default settings
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This product can work with up to 3 sensors at any one time
to capture temperature and relative humidity readings in
various locations around the home.
A complete set of 3 sensors are provided in this package,
while replacement wireless remote sensors can be
purchased separately.
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This sensor conveniently displays the temperature /
humidity which makes it especially suited for locations
where you would like to see this data at a glance without
having to refer each time to the main unit, such as
children’s room.
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1. LCD display
2. LED status indicator
3. Wall mount hole
4. 
5.  switch
6. Battery compartment
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1. LED status indicator
2. Wall mount hole
3. Battery compartment
4.  hole
5.  switch
   
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Optional wireless remote sensors such as those
listed below can be purchased separately. For more
information, please contact your local retailer.*
-THGR122N / THGN122N
- THGN132N
* Features and accessories will not be available in all
countries.
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1. Step applicable only to THGR122N:
Using a Philips screwdriver, open the battery
compartment cover.
2. Slide channel switch to select channel 1. Ensure
you use a different channel for the other sensors
(2, 3).
3. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.
4. Press  after each battery change.
5. Replace the battery compartment cover.
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1. Remove the battery compartment.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.
3. Press  after each battery change.
The battery icon may appear in the following
areas:
 
Main unit
environment area Main unit batteries low
Remote sensor
environment area
Remote sensor batteries
low
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• We recommend that you use alkaline batteries with
this product for longer usage and lithium batteries in
temperatures below freezing.
• Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine or fire.
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The main unit will automatically search for new
sensor reset within the last 30 minutes. If unit failed to
synchronise with remote sensor, reset both the main
unit and sensor or try selecting a different channel (and
press ).
The remote sensor reception icons will show the following
status:
 
Main unit is searching
for sensor(s)
A sensor has been
found and logged on
and ““No sensor found
Place the remote sensor within 30 m (98 ft) from the
main unit.
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• When placing sensors, remember the intended
location for each sensor. Refer to channel switch
position (1, 2, 3) and match with channel icon
displayed directly above name tag.
• The transmission range may vary depending on
many factors. You may need to experiment with
various locations to get the best results.
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• Place the sensor out of direct sunlight and moisture.
• Position the sensor so that it faces the main unit,
minimizing obstructions such as doors, walls and
furniture.
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• Place the sensor in a location with a clear view to
the sky, away from metallic / electronic objects.
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Name tags can be inserted in the main unit (see front
view diagram).
There are 3 blank name tags provided in this package.
You can write on the blank tags the name of the locations
where the sensors are being installed.
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This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of weather
forecast within a 30-50 km (19-31 mile) radius.
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 
Sunny
Partly cloudy
Cloudy
Rainy
Snowy
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• Using a thin blunt instrument, press  to toggle
between °C / °F.
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This product features moisture alert function to inform
users that there is a high risk of mold forming and should
therefore take preventive measures.
The mold alert icon will flash when humidity is 60%
or above and will stop flashing when the humidity falls
below 60%.
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  
 Temperature Reading is below
range
 Humidity
 Temperature Reading is above
range
 Humidity
 Temperature
and Humidity
Sensor is not
logged or does
not have humidity
function
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
Using a thin blunt instrument, press  to return to
default settings.
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 
L x W x H 134 x 27 x 134 mm
(5.3 x 1.1 x 5.3 in)
Weight 240 g (8.46 oz)
without battery
Signal frequency 433 MHz (RAR501) /
315 MHz (RAA501H)
Temperature range -5°C to 50°C
(23°F to 122°F)
Humidity range 25% - 95%
Power 4 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5 V
batteries
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 
L x W x H 92 x 60 x 20 mm
(3.6 x 2.4 x 0.79 in)
Weight 60 g (2.11 oz)
without battery
Signal frequency 433 MHz (RAR501) /
315 MHz (RAA501H)
Number of channels 3
Transmission range 30 m (100 ft) unobstructed
Temperature range -20°C to 60°C
(-4°F to 140°F)
Humidity range 25% - 95%
Power 2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5 V
battery
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 
L x W x H 96 x 50 x 22 mm
(3.8 x 1.9 x 0.9 in)
Weight 50 g (1.76 oz)
without battery
Signal frequency 433 MHz (RAR501) /
315 MHz (RAA501H)
Number of channels 3
Transmission range 30 m (100 ft) unobstructed
Temperature range -20°C to 60°C
(-4°F to 140°F)
Humidity range 25% - 95%
Power 1 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V battery
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
• 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.
• Should there be any discrepancy between the
English and other language versions, the English
version shall apply and prevail.
 The technical specifications for this product and
the contents of the user manual are subject to change
without notice.
 Features and accessories will not be available
in all countries. For more information, please contact
your local retailer.
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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: https://
us.oregonscientific.com/service/support.asp
For international inquiries, please visit: https://
us.oregonscientific.com/about/international.asp
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Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this Multi-zone
weather station (Model: RAR501 / RAA501H) 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.
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All EU Countries, Switzerland 
and Norway 
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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.
  Changes or modications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  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:
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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• 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.
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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.oregonscientic.
com), or on the warranty card for this product) for all
inquiries instead.

Name: Oregon Scientic, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin,
Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883
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Product No.: RAR501 / RAA501H
Product Name: Multi-zone weather station
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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