WS-7075U Wireless 433 MHz Radio-controlled Weather Station Instruction Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Inventory of Contents/Additional Equipment About WWVB Quick Set-Up Guide Detailed Set-Up Guide Battery Installation Program Mode Function Keys 12/24 hour Time Setting Time Zone Setting Daylight Saving Time Setting Time Setting (WWVB & Manual) Setting Day, Date, and Year Selecting °F or °C Setting the LCD Contrast Features Weather Forecast Icons Indoor Temperature, Humidity, & Comfort Level Indicator Outdoor Temperatures Minimum & Maximum Records (Indoor, Outdoor, & Resetting) Alarm
INVENTORY OF CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The Weather Station (Figure 1). One TX3U Remote Control Sender with mounting bracket (Figure 2). Three each, ½” Philips screws. One strip double-sided adhesive tape. Instruction Manual and Warranty Card. Figure 1 Time LCD Date LCD Figure 2 Forecast LCD Indoor LCD Outdoor LCD Mounting Holder Bracket ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (not included) 1. 2. 3. 4. Two, fresh AA 1.5V batteries. Two, fresh AAA 1.5V batteries. One, Philips screwdriver. One, Flat screwdriver.
a second per day. These physicists have created an international standard, measuring a second as 9,192,631,770 vibrations of a Cesium-133 atom in a vacuum. QUICK SET-UP GUIDE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Insert two AAA batteries into the Remote Control Sender. Insert two AA batteries into the WEATHER STATION. Wait 5 minutes, or until the outdoor temperature is displayed in the OUTDOOR LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). Wait 6-10 minutes (in ideal reception conditions) for the WWVB time to be displayed in the TIME LCD.
3. 4. 5. back into its hole, and angle it slightly—so the threads grab the battery cover. With the screw, pull the battery cover off. Observing the correct polarity install 2 AAA batteries. The batteries will fit tightly (to avoid start-up problems make sure they do not spring free). Check the LCD screen of the Remote Control Sender to see if there is a temperature reading. If there is no reading, check the polarity of the batteries or replace with new batteries.
PROGRAM MODE Programming Note: If 30 seconds is allowed to pass, or either the IN or the OUT buttons are pressed during programming modes the unit will confirm/set the last information entered—the display will stop flashing and return to normal time-date readings. If you don’t leave the program mode during the programming of sections III through VIII, you can advance to step 3 of the next program setting.
2. 3. Press the SET button 1 more time to enter the Time Zone setting mode. The default Time Zone “-5” will flash in the DATE LCD. Select your appropriate time zone using the CH button. During selection of the Time Zone, the 3 letter abbreviations for the time zones found in North America will flash across the top of the TIME LCD. Observe the chart below, showing the corresponding abbreviations, time zones, and codes.
Note: Some locations (Arizona and parts of Indiana) do not follow Daylight Saving Time, and should select “DST 0.” 5. Press the SET button to confirm and advance to the Time setting mode. V. TIME There are two methods by which the time can be set: A) Automatically via WWVB reception, or B) Manually. A. WWVB (Remote Control Time) This method requires you to do nothing, except wait for the signal to be received, and to select a time zone.
4. 5. 6. Press the SET button to confirm the hour setting, and to advance to the minute setting mode. The minute digits should be flashing. Press the CH button to change the minutes—increasing the minutes by increments of 1 with each press of the CH button. Press the SET button to confirm the minutes and to advance to the Day, Date, and Year setting mode. Note: In 12h mode, “PM” will appear to the left of the time during PM hours. If the time is not within the PM hours, nothing will be displayed.
8. Press the SET button to confirm and to enter the year setting mode. 9. The default-year will be flashing, use the CH to set the appropriate year. 10. Press the SET button to confirm and to advance to the °F or °C setting mode. VII. SELECTING °F OR °C 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. VIII. Press and hold the SET button for 3 seconds, or until “12h” or “24h” flashes in the DATE LCD. Press the SET button 9 times to reach the °F or °C setting mode. “°F” is the default setting, and should be flashing in the DATE LCD.
FEATURES OF THE WS-7075U WWVB Tower Icon (indicates time reception) Alarm icon Weather Tendency Arrow Forecast icon Comfort Level Indicator Satellite icon (indicates outdoor transmission) I. WEATHER FORECAST The weather forecasting feature is estimated to be 75% accurate. The weather forecast is based solely upon the change of air pressure over time.
Sunny—indicates that the weather is expected to improve (not that the weather will be sunny). Sun with Clouds—indicates that the weather is expected to be fair (not that the weather will be sunny with clouds). Clouds with Rain—indicates that the weather is expected to get worse (not that the weather will be rainy). The weather icons change when the unit detects a change in air pressure. The icons change in order, from “sunny” to “partly sunny” to “cloudy” or the reverse.
III. OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE The outdoor temperature is viewed in the OUTDOOR LCD. When there is more than one Remote Control Sender unit in operation, a “boxed” number will appear to the right of the temperature. This indicates which Remote Control Sender unit (1, 2, or 3) is currently displaying its data in the OUTDOOR LCD. (This feature is explained in further detail in section VI—Adding Outdoor Remote Control Senders). IV.
2. 3. occurrence are displayed. The minimum records will display for 20 seconds. Press the OUT button again (once while “MIN” is still displayed, twice otherwise). “MAX” appears in the uppercenter location of the flashing OUTDOOR LCD, indicating that the maximum temperature and the time and date of occurrence are displayed. While “MAX” is still displayed press the OUT button again to return to the current data display.
6. 7. press the AL1 button (removing the ((1)) icon from the screen). To reactivate the alarm, press the AL1 button again. After each activation or deactivation, the programmed alarm time is displayed. Wait 15 seconds and the date will display in the DATE LCD again. To set, activate, and deactivate alarm 2, follow the directions above for alarm 1—using the AL2 button instead of the AL1 button. The ((2)) icon will represent activation and deactivation of Alarm 2. B. SNOOZING AND STOPPING THE ALARM 1.
arise if this is not done correctly and if the total time for set-up exceeds 6 minutes. A. SET-UP OF MULTIPLE UNITS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. It is necessary to remove the batteries from all units currently in operation. Remove the battery covers to all Remote Control Sender units. Place all Remote Control Sender units in a numeric sequential order. In sequential order, install batteries (follow the same battery installation procedures seen in section I. A) of the Detailed Set-Up Guide).
MOUNTING Note: Before permanently mounting ensure that the Indoor Temperature Station is able to receive WWVB signals from the desired location. Also, extreme and sudden changes in temperature will decrease the accuracy of the Weather Station, and changes in elevation will result with inaccurate weather forecasting for the next 12 to 24 hours. These changes will require a 12 to 24 hour wait before obtaining reliable data.
ensure a secure hold. The mounting surface should be smooth and flat. 2) Remove the protective strip from one side of the tape. Adhere the tape to the designated area on the back of the mounting bracket. 3) Remove the protective strip from the other side of the tape. Position the Remote Control Sender in the desired location, ensuring that the Indoor Temperature Station can receive the signal. II.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: No reception of WWVB time signal. Solution: 1) Wait overnight for signal. 2) Be sure Weather Station is at least 6 feet from any electrical devices, such as televisions, computers, or other radio-controlled clocks. 3) Remove batteries for five minutes, reinsert and leave the unit alone overnight without pressing buttons.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS • • • • • Extreme temperatures, vibration, and shock should be avoided to prevent damage to the units. Clean displays and units with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use solvents or scouring agents; they may mark the displays and casings. Do not submerge in water. Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage and damage. Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to repair the unit. Contact La Crosse Technology for repairs.
SPECIFICATIONS Temperature measuring range: Indoor: 32°F to 139.8°F with 0.2°F resolution. (0°C to 59.9°C with 0.1°C resolution). “OFL” displayed if outside this range. Outdoor: -21.8°F to 157.2°F with 0.2°F resolution. (-29.9°C to 69.9°C resolution). “OFL” displayed if outside this range.
WARRANTY INFORMATION La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products purchased and used in North America and only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for problem determination and service procedures.
PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to your State. Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you. For warranty work, technical support, or information contact: La Crosse Technology 2809 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone: 608.782.1610 Fax: 608.796.
