Sencor SWS 280 User manual

User‘s manual
Uživatelská příručka
Používateľská príručka
Felhasználói kézikönyv
Instrukcja użytkownika
METEOROLOGICKÁ STANICE
WEATHER STATION
METEOROLOGICKÁ STANICA
METEOROLÓGIAI ÁLLOMÁS
STACJA POGODOWA
EN CZ SK HU PL
SWS 280

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1. FEATURES
1.1 Weather Forecast - Sunny, Slightly Cloudy, Cloudy,
Rainy and Snow animation
1.2 Time - Radio Controlled Time
- Perpetual Calendar Up to Year
2099
- Day of week in 8 languages user
selectable
- Daily Alarm Function
1.3 Humidity - Indoor & Outdoor measurable
range: 20 ~ 99%
- Outdoor Humidity Record
from Start-Up/Reset, and the
corresponded time
- 24 Hours Min/Max Display for
Outdoor Humidity
1.4 Temperature - Indoor measurable range:
-10 ~ 50°C
- Measures °C / °F user selectable
- Outdoor measurable range:
-20 ~ 50°C
- Outdoor Temperature Record
from Start-Up/Reset, and the
corresponded time
- 24 Hours Min/Max Display for
Outdoor Temperature
1.5 Wireless Outdoor Sensor - Low-battery indicator for Outdoor
Thermo Sensor
- Wall Mount or Table Stand
- One Wireless Thermo Sensor
Included
- 433MHz RF transmitting frequency

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- Transmission range up to 30 m in
open space.
2. MAIN UNIT APPEARANCE
2.1 Part A- LCD
A1: Weather Forecast
A2 Outdoor Temperature
A3: Outdoor Humidity
A4: Outdoor Temperature Memory
A5: Outdoor Humidity Memory
A6: Indoor Temperature
A7: Indoor Humidity
A8: Time
A9: Day of Week/ Second
A10: Radio Controlled Icon
A11: Alarm Icon
A12: Date
2.2 Part B- Buttons
B1: ”SNOOZE/LIGHT” button
B2:
DIMMER “HI/LO” Slide Switch
B3: ”+/ (AL ON/OFF)” button
B4: “-“button
B5: “RESET” button
B6: “SEARCH” button
B7: “WEATHER” button
B8: ”ALERT” button
B9: ”MEM” button
B10: “MODE/TIME SET” button

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2.3 Part C - Structure
C1: Wall Mount Hole
C2: Battery Cover
C3: Stand
C4: DC Input
3. OUTDOOR THERMO SENSOR
D1: Transmission Indication LED
D2: Outdoor Temperature display
D3: Outdoor Humidity display
D4: Battery Compartment
D5: Wall Mount Hole
D6: “RESET” button
D7: “C/F” button
D8: Stand
4. GETTING STARTED

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4.1 Main Unit:
• Plug in adapter or remove rear compartment and insert batteries
• When connecting with the adaptor on the premise that AA batteries
have been installed correctly, this product will switch to the external
power supply automatically
4.2 Outdoor Thermo Sensor
• Batteries compartment of thermo sensor is locating behind the back
cover.
• Insert 2 x AAA batteries observing polarity [ “+” and “–“ marks]
5. INSTALLATION
5.1 Main Unit
The main unit can be placed onto any flat surface (C3), or wall
mounted by the hanging hole (C1) at the back of the unit.
5.2 Outdoor Thermo sensor
The remote sensor should be securely mounted onto a horizontal
surface.
Note: Transmissions between receiver and transmitter can reach up
to 30m in open area. Open Area: there are no interfering obstacles
such as buildings, trees, vehicles, high voltage lines, etc.
6. WEATHER FORECAST FUNCTION
6.1 Operation
• After the main unit is first plugged, or holding “WEATHER” button
(B7) for 3 seconds, weather icon flash (A1) on the LCD. Enter
the current weather by pressing “+” (B3) or “- “(B4) button. Press
“WEATHER” (B7) button to confirm the setting. The weather forecast
may not be accurate if the current weather entered is not correct.
• The current weather status should be entered again if the altitude of
the Main Unit is changed. The weather station will forecast weather
6 -8 hours ahead after the weather forecast is accurate. (Barometric
pressure is lower at higher altitude location. Therefore, altitude
change will affect the weather forecast).

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6.2 Weather Conditions
There are totally 5 different weather status animations in the weather
forecast.
Sunny
Rainy
Slightly Cloudy
Freezing or Snow
Cloudy
Note:
•“ “is shown if the weather forecast is
Rainy and outdoor temperature (any
channel) under 0°C.
•Frost Alert: “ ” is shown if the outdoor temperature (any
channel) is between -2°C ~ +3 °C
•If there is any inconsistency of weather forecast between Local
Weather Station and this unit, the Local Weather Station’s
forecast should prevail. The manufacture will not hold responsible
for any trouble that may come up due to wrong forecasting from
this unit.
Installation location of the outdoor sensor
• The cover of the external sensor is not waterproof. If the sensor is
located outdoors then it must be located in a covered area so that it
is not directly rained or snowed on.
• Never place the sensor on metal surfaces or objects, or place it
inside metal covers.
Freezing or Snow

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If possible, locate the sensor on the northern side of the house so that
the temperature reading is not skewed by the effect of sunlight.
7. THERMOMETER
7.1 RF Transmission Procedure:
• The main unit automatically starts receiving transmission from
outdoor thermo sensor for outdoor temperature & humidity after
weather condition setting.
• The outdoor sensor will automatically transmit temperature and
humidity signal to the main unit after batteries inserted.
• If main unit failed to receive transmission from outdoor thermo
sensor in first 3 minutes after the batteries inserted (“- - . –”display
on the LCD), hold “SEARCH” button (B6) for 3 seconds to receive
transmission manually. RF icon “ ” flashes on the LCD
7.2 Temperature & Humidity
(1) Past 24 Hours Maximum / Minimum Outdoor Temperature and
Humidity
• After start up, the unit automatically shows past 24 hours maximum
& minimum outdoor temperature and humidity record. “MAX” & “MIN
“ show on the LCD
(2) Recorded Maximum/Minimum Outdoor Temperature and Humidity
from Start-up/Reset.
• Press “MEM” button (B9) to view the maximum and minimum
temperature and humidity record from start-up or reset. “ ” display
on the LCD.
• When viewing the memory record, hold “MEM” button for 3 seconds
to clear the maximum and minimum record.
• When viewing the memory record, press “MEM” button (B9) again
to check the corresponded time and date for memory maximum
and minimum outdoor temperature & humidity record. The memory
record value and corresponded time and date flash. Press “MEM”
button select to view:
• Time & date for minimum temperature memory record, Time and
date for maximum temperature memory record, Time & date for

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minimum humidity memory record, Time and date for maximum
humidity memory record.
(3) Celsius / Fahrenheit
• Press “°C /°F” button (B4) to select Indoor/Outdoor Temperature in
Celsius mode or Fahrenheit mode.
• If the temperature is out of the measurable range, LL.L (beyond the
minimum temperature) or HH.H (beyond the maximum temperature)
will be shown on the LCD.
(4) Humidity
• The humidity measurable range is 20% ~ 99%. If the current
humidity measurement is lower than 20%, the LCD would display
.
• For past 24 hours or memory maximum/minimum humidity record. If
the record is lower than 20%, the LCD would display
(5) Outdoor Temperature Alert Function
• Press “ALERT” button (B8) to select to activate or deactivate outdoor
temperature alert function.
• press ALERT button select to:
Active outdoor upper temperature alert, the icon “ ” besides
outdoor temperature digit would display.
Active outdoor upper& lower temperature alert, the icon “ ”
besides outdoor temperature digit would display.
Active outdoor lower temperature alert, the icon “ ” besides
outdoor temperature digit would display.
Deactivate outdoor temperature alert, alert icon disappear.
• Hold “ALERT” button (B8) for 3 seconds to enter outdoor
temperature alert setting. Icon “ ” or “ ” beside Temperature’s
digits flash. Press “+” or “-“button to adjust the setting value, press
“ALERT” (B8) to confirm the setting. Setting Sequence as follow:
Upper limit of temperature, Lower limit of Temperature.
• When it’s alert, the corresponding icon “ ” or “ ” and temperature
digit would flash on the LCD. Press any buttons to stop the alert
sound, otherwise, it will sound for 2 minutes, and stop automatically.

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8. TIME AND ALARM SETTING
8.1 Radio Controlled Clock:
• After start up and main unit finishes receiving the transmission from
outdoor sensor, the clock automatically starts to scan the DCF time
signal. Radio Control Icon“ ” flashes on the LCD.
flashes,
indicating now is
receiving DCF signal
turns on,
indicating
signal received
successfully
disappear,
indicating signal
reception failed
• The clock automatically scans the time signal at 3.00 a.m. every day
to maintain accurate timing. If reception fail, scanning stops (“ ” on
LCD disappear) and repeats again at 4.00 a.m. 5.00 a.m. and 6.00
a.m.
• The clock can be set to scan the time signal manually by holding “+”
and “- buttons (B3 &B4) for 3 seconds. Each reception takes about
5 minutes. If receptions fail, scanning stops. (“ ” on LCD disappear)
and repeats again on next full hour. E.g. scanning failed at 8:20 a.m.
It will scan again at 9:00 a.m.
• Stop scanning by holding “+” and “-“ buttons (B3 &B4) for
3 seconds.
• “ ” shown on the LCD if it is in Daylight Saving Time Mode.
8.2 Manual Time Setting:
• Hold “MODE” button (B10) for 3 seconds to enter Clock/Calendar
setting mode.
• Press “+” (B3) or “-” (B4) button to adjust the setting and press
“MODE” button (B10) to confirm each setting.
(By keeping the “+” (B3) or “-” (B4) button pressed, could accelerate
the process and reach the desired value more quickly)
• The setting sequence is shown as follow: 12/24 Hour, Time Zone,
Hour, Minutes, Second, Year, Month, Day, Day-of-week language.
• 8 languages can be selected in Day-of-week, they are: German,
French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Denmark, Russian, and English.
• The languages and their selected abbreviations for each day of the
week are shown in the following table.

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Language Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
German, GE SO MO DI MI DO FR SA
English, EN SU MO TU WE TH FR SA
Russian, RU BC ПН BT CP ЧТ ПТ СБ
Denmark, DA SO MA TI ON TO FR LO
Dutch, NE ZO MA DI WO DO VR ZA
Italian, IT DO LU MA ME GI VE SA
Spanish, ES DO LU MA MI JU VI SA
French, FR DI LU MA ME JE VE SA
Note:
(1) Second adjusted to zero only.
(2) The Time Setting Mode will automatically exit in 15 seconds without
any adjustment.
(3) The Time zone is used for the countries where can receive the DCF
time signal but the time zone is different from the German time.
When the country time is faster than the German time for 1 hour, the
zone should be set to +1. Then the clock will automatically set 1 hour
faster from the signal time received.
8.3 Daily Alarm Function:
• Press “ MODE” button (B10) to select to view:
Time Time & Day of Week Alarm Time (“AL” shown
on the LCD)
• When viewing the Alarm Time, hold “MODE” button (B10) for 3
seconds to enter Alarm Time setting. Press “+” (B3) or “-” (B4) button
to adjust the alarm time. Press “MODE” button (B10) to confirm the
setting.
• Press “AL ON/OFF” button (B3) to switch alarm on or off. If it is on,
“ ” shown on the LCD.
• When Alarming, press “SNOOZE / LIGHT” button (B1) to activate
the snooze alarm, (“ ” flash on the LCD). The alarm will snooze for
around 5 minutes, then it alarms again. This snooze function can be
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• Except “SNOOZE” button, press any buttons to stop the snooze
alarm. Otherwise, the alarm signal sounds for about 2 minutes, and
then stops automatically.
9. LOW BATTERY INDICATION
The low battery icon “ ”will appear l indicating that thermo sensor
is in low battery status. The batteries should be replaced.
10. BACKLIGHT
• Slide Dimmer Hi/Lo Switch (B2) to select the bright or dark display
• Press “SNOOZE/LIGHT” button (B1), back light states for 5 seconds.
11. PRECAUTIONS
• Use a pin to press the reset button (B5) if the Unit does not work
properly.
• Avoid placing the clock near interference sources/metal frames such
as computer or TV sets.
• The clock loses its time information when the battery is removed.
• Do not expose it to direct sunlight, heavy heat, cold, high humidity or
wet areas
• The outdoor sensor must not be set up and installed under water.
Set it up in away direct sunlight and Rain
• Never clean the device using abrasive or corrosive materials or
products. Abrasive cleaning agents may scratch plastic parts and
corrode electronic circuits
• If there is any inconsistency of weather forecast between Local
Weather Station and this unit, the Local Weather Station’s forecast
should prevail. The manufacturer will not take responsible for
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12. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
DCF Radio Controlled Clock
Days of the week (abbreviations) in 8 languages
Repeating daily alarm
Weather forecast
Indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity
Indoor temperature range: -10 °C to 50 °C +/- 1 °C
Outdoor temperature range: -20 °C to 50 °C +/- 1,5 °C
Indoor and outdoor humidity range: 20 to 99 % RH +/- 7% RH
Records min. and max. temperatures over a 24 hour period
Table or wall installation possible
One wireless sensor included
Transmission frequency: 433 MHz
Transmission range: up to 30 m in open space without interference
Power source:
Weather station: battery 3 x 1.5V type AA (not included)
Power adapter: DC 4.5V / 150 mA (included)
Sensor unit: battery 2 x 1.5V type AAA (not included)
Dimensions:
Weather station: 121 x 28 x 195 mm, weight 335 g
Sensor: 95 x 60 x 25 mm, weight: 65 g
Fast ČR, a.s. declares that SWS 280 + SWS TH280 conform
to the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of the
directive 1999/5/ES. The device can be operated in the EU
without restriction. The declaration of conformity is a part of the
user‘s manual or can be found at the website www.sencor.eu.

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING
THE DISPOSAL OF USED PACKAGING MATERIALS
Dispose of packaging material at a public waste disposal site.
DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL AND
ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES
The meaning of the symbol on the product, its accessory
or packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated
as household waste. Please, dispose of this product at your
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical &
electronic equipment waste. Alternatively in some states of
the European Union or other European states you may return
your products to your local retailer when buying an equivalent
new product. The correct disposal of this product will help
save valuable natural resources and help in preventing the
potential negative impact on the environment and human
health, which could be caused as a result of improper
liquidation of waste. Please ask your local authorities or
the nearest waste collection centre for further details. The
improper disposal of this type of waste may fall subject to
national regulations for fines.
For business entities in the European Union
If you wish to dispose of an electrical or electronic device,
request the necessary information from your seller or
supplier.
Disposal in other countries outside the European Union
If you wish to dispose of this product, request the necessary
information about the correct disposal method from local
government departments or from your seller.
Changes to the text, design and technical specifications may occur
without prior notice and we reserve the right to make these changes.
© Copyright 2015, FAST ČR, a. s. Revision 07/2015

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EN Warranty conditions
Warranty card is not a part of the device packaging.
This product is warranted for the period of 24 months from the date of purchase to the end-user. Warranty is limited to
the following conditions. Warranty is referred only to the customer goods using for common domestic use. The claim
for service can be applied either at dealer’s shop where the product was bought, or at below mentioned authorized
service shops. The end-user is obligated to set up a claim immediately when the defects appeared but only till the end
of warranty period. The end user is obligated to cooperate to certify the claiming defects. Only completed and clean
(according to hygienic standards) product will be accepted. In case of eligible warranty claim the warranty period will
be prolonged by the period from the date of claim application till the date of taking over the product by end-user, or
the date the end-user is obligated to take it over. To obtain the service under this warranty, end-user is obligated to
certify his claim with duly completed following documents: receipt, certificate of warranty, certificate of installation.
This warranty is void especially if apply as follows:
Defects which were put on sale.
Wear-out or damage caused by common use.
The product was damaged by unprofessional or wrong installation, used in contrary to the applicable instruction
manual, used in contrary to legal enactment and common process of use or used for another purpose which has
been designed for.
The product was damaged by uncared-for or insufficient maintenance.
The product was damaged by dirt, accident of force majeure (natural disaster, fire, and flood).
Defects on functionality caused by low duality of signal, electromagnetic field interference etc.
The product was mechanically damaged (e.g. broken button, fall).
Damage caused by use of unsuitable media, fillings, expendable supplies (batteries) or by unsuitable working
conditions (e.g. high temperatures, high humidity, quakes).
Repair, modification or other failure action to the product by unauthorized person.
End-user did not prove enough his right to claim (time and place of purchase).
Data on presented documents differs from data on products.
Cases when the claiming product cannot be indentified according to the presented documents (e.g. the serial
number or the warranty seal has been damaged).
Authorized service centers
Visit www.sencor.eu for detailed information about authorized service centers.