Oregon Scientific RMR603HGA User manual

Wireless Thermo-Hygro Clock
Model : RMR603HGA
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
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
Alarm ......................................................................... 9
View Alarm Settings ............................................... 9
Set Alarm ............................................................... 9
Activate Alarm ...................................................... 10
Snooze Alarm ...................................................... 10
Temperature and Humidity .................................... 10
Select Temperature Unit ...................................... 10
Select Sensor Channel ........................................ 10
Minimum / Maximum Records ............................. 11
Temperature and Humidity Trend ........................ 11
Backlight ................................................................. 11
Reset System ......................................................... 11
Safety and Care ...................................................... 11
Warnings ................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 12
Specifications ......................................................... 13
Main Unit Dimensions .......................................... 13
Remote Sensor Dimensions ................................ 13
Temperature ......................................................... 13
Relative Humidity ................................................. 13
Remote Sensor (THGR122NX) ........................... 13
Clock .................................................................... 13
Power ................................................................... 13
FCC Statement ....................................................... 14
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Wireless
Thermo-Hygro Clock (RMR603HGA). This device
bundles precise time keeping, alarm, and 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: Press to activate backlight or
snooze.
2. Temperature Area: Readings, trend line, sensor
reception status and channel number
3. Humidity Area: Readings; trend line, and sensor
battery status
4. Clock / Alarm Area: Time, time zone, day of week,
month, date, alarm and Atomic Clock reception
status
5. : Press to increase setting, activate Atomic Clock
signal reception
6: Press to decrease setting
7. MODE: Press to change display / settings
8. MEM: Press to view current or saved max / min
temperature or humidity readings
9. CHANNEL: Press to switch remote sensor
10. ((.)): Press to view alarm settings
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BACK VIEW
1. Wall mount
2. Battery compartment
3. °C / °F switch
4. ZONE: Press to switch time zones,
deactivate Atomic Clock signal reception
5. RESET hole
6. Table stand
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REMOTE SENSOR (THGR122NX)
1. LCD display
2. LED Status indicator
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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
Insert 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 2 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 Humidity Area when the
INDOOR humidity is
shown.
Remote Humidity Area when the
OUTDOOR humidity is
shown.
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. Place the sensor near the main unit. Press RESET
on the sensor 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.)
4. Close the remote sensor battery compartment.
5. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the
wall mount or table stand.
SETUP SENSOR
Open the remote sensor battery compartment with a
small Phillips screwdriver.
1. Insert the batteries, matching the polarity as shown
in the battery compartment.
2. Set the channel. The switch is located in the battery
compartment.
For best results:
•Insert the batteries and select the channel and
temperature unit 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 Temp /
Humidity Areas
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, time zone, and day
of week in English, Spanish, or French. The time is
automatically updated by the US Atomic Clock in
Boulder, Colorado unless you disable this feature.
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.
NOTE
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DATA TRANSMISSION
Data is sent from the sensor(s) every 40 seconds.
The reception icon shown in the Temperature and
Humidity Areas shows the status.
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TURN ATOMIC CLOCK ON/OFF
Perform this step if you cannot receive Atomic Clock
signals. Press and hold ZONE 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. Open the battery compartment.
2. Press ZONE repeatedly to display the desired Time
Zone: (P) Pacific, (M) Mountain, (C) Central, or
(E) Eastern.
3. Close the battery compartment.
4. Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds. The Clock
Area will blink.
5. Select the 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, and (S) Spanish.
The signal icon indicates that the Atomic Clock
feature is ON. No icon means that it is OFF
SWITCH CLOCK DISPLAY
Press MODE to toggle between Clock with Seconds,
Clock with Weekday and Calendar.
ALARM
This product is equipped with a 2-minute crescendo alarm
and 8-minute snooze.
VIEW ALARM SETTINGS
Press ((.)) . The Alarm Time and On/Off status will show
in the Clock Area.
SET ALARM
1. Press ((.)).
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.
NOTE
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