Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 WD-2511U 2 DAY INTERNET POWERED WEATHER STATION Owner’s Manual WEATHER DIRECT® Presented by La Crosse Technology® La Crosse Technology, Ltd. www.weatherdirect.com 2809 Losey Blvd. S.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................ 2 Congratulations................................................................................................................................ 4 Quality Forecasts ............................................................................................................................. 4 Weather Direct® is Green .......
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Severe Weather Alerts .................................................................................................................. 18 Types of Severe Weather Alerts: .......................................................................................... 19 Forecast Icons Explained .............................................................................................................. 20 Care and Maintenance ..............................................................
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Congratulations You have just purchased the world’s first Internet-Powered Weather Station. Weather Direct® uses the power of the Internet to deliver weather data and other important information tailored to you, because you are in control of the information it delivers. We understand that no one likes having to read a manual, so we’ve tried to make this a fun and rewarding read. After all, Weather Direct® is all about you.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 The Gateway uses only 1 watt of power with a two year battery life on the Wireless Display and Temperature sensor. Since the Weather Direct® system works even when your computer is off, you save money on electricity. Included in the Box The WD-2511U 2 Day Wireless Forecast Station is a complete Weather Direct® system that includes: • WD-2511U Wireless Display – Provides weather forecast information, time, date and other custom data from the Internet.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 What You Need to Get Started: • • • • • • • • • • High-speed Internet connection – cable, DSL or other broadband Internet service will work. NOTE: If you only have a Dial-Up Internet connection, Weather Direct® will not work. However, you can use Weather Direct® Lite with a Dial-Up connection using your computer’s USB port – see www.weatherdirect.com/lite Router or broadband modem with built-in router.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Please DO NOT insert batteries into the Wireless Display or the Outdoor Sensor until instructed to do so. Connect the Gateway to an available LAN port on your network router with the LAN cable (included) and then power up the Gateway with the AC Adapter (included).
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Wireless Outdoor Sensor Installation Options NOTE: Move the Wireless Outdoor Sensor into its intended location and wait for 10 minutes to make sure the outdoor temperature is still being received by the Wireless Display. Press the “+” Key on your Wireless Display to show the outdoor temperature. If the display shows - -,-F for the outdoor temperature, the signal cannot reach the Wireless Display.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 If you require a longer LAN cable to mount the Gateway in a desired location, any standard Category 5 network cable will work, but a crossover cable may not work. Crossover cables designed to connect two computers without networking hardware may not work with your Gateway. NOTE: Network cables usually have length limitations. The same length limitations will apply that apply to computers on your home network.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Features • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Free Forecasts for Over 40,000 Locations in the United States and Canada, Including Your Hometown, Golf Courses, Parks Sports Venues and More.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Display. The Daylight Saving Time (DST) checkbox on your Wireless Display settings at www.weatherdirect.com is selected by default because most locations observe DST. If you are in a location that does not observe DST, please make sure to uncheck this box. Wireless Outdoor Sensor The Wireless Outdoor Sensor sends temperature data to your Wireless Display, accurate to within a tenth of one degree. The Outdoor Temperature Sensor uses 2 x “AA”, Alkaline batteries.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 LCD Has 2 Day Forecasts Starting with “ TODAY”. Both Days Have a Sky Condition Icon with Daily HI and LO Temperature Alarm Icon Display Date, Seconds, or Indoor Temperature Battery Compartment Time 4 Function Keys Scrolling Text Display: Scrolls Location, Outdoor Temperature, Weather Data “MODE” Key Specific Forecasts help you prepare for different weather conditions during the day by providing weather information for Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Night.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 1. MORNING Forecast from 6:00 AM - 11:59 AM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 2. AFTERNOON Forecast from 12:00 PM - 5:59 PM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 3. EVENING Forecast from 6:00 PM - 11:59 PM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 4. NIGHT Forecast from 12:00 AM – 5:59 AM with Daily HI/LO Temperature 5. ROTATE Rotates between the four Micro Forecasts and the Daily Forecast 6. NEXT SECTION Shows the forecast for the next six hour period so you can be prepared for the upcoming weather.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 “+” Key Toggle Between Time, Date & Temperature • The “+” Key cycles through the date, seconds and indoor temperature on the top segment of the LCD View Outdoor Temperature • • Press the “+” key to view the current outdoor temperature from your synchronized wireless outdoor sensor.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 5 seconds without pressing a key, the Wireless Display will exit the SET mode and return to normal operation. The Four SET modes are: Set Mode 1 – Set LCD Contrast (0-7) Press and Hold the “SET” Key until the Wireless Display beeps to enter the SET mode “LCD” and number (0-7) will flash near the top. “SET LCD CONTRAST” will scroll across the bottom Press the “+” Key to update the LCD Contrast settings.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Set Mode 4 - View Device ID NOTE: Device ID is a reference item for customer service only. You may press the “SET” Key again to exit SET mode if you are not asked to provide this number by customer service.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Hold both the “SET” and “ALARM” Keys down together for about 6 seconds; you will hear a double beep. This resets the Wireless Display to the original factory state. FREE Trial of Expansion Options for 14 Days When you register your Wireless Display and have the included forecast location selected, you will be given the opportunity to try our most popular Expansion Options FREE for 14 Days! 14 Days of FREE Expansion Options, including: 1.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Severe Weather Alerts Keep your family safe with Severe Weather Alerts issued by the National Weather Service. This valuable information will help you prepare for upcoming weather events. Choose which types of severe weather events you want to receive. Even be alerted via e-mail or SMS text message when you are away from your Wireless Display! Severe Weather Alerts are available for either 1 year or 3 year periods that cover one forecast location.
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Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Forecast Icons Explained There are two sets of icons presented on your Wireless Display, one for day and one for night. A sun appears on many of the day icons while a moon appears on many of the night icons. Night icons only available with the Micro Forecast Expansion Option. NOTE: Trace precipitation will not display droplets on the icon and “MEDIUM” conditions generally use the “HEAVY” icons to communicate weather events that are likely to affect your plans for the day.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Care and Maintenance • • • • • • • • • • • Extreme temperatures, vibration and shock should be avoided as these may cause damage to the unit and give inaccurate readings. Precautions shall be taken when handling the batteries. Injuries, burns, or property damage may be resulted if the batteries are in contact with conducting materials, heat, corrosive materials or explosives.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Battery Replacement We recommend that you replace the batteries in all units regularly to ensure optimum accuracy of these units. Please see the battery life in the specifications below. Help us to keep our environment clean. Return used batteries to an authorized depot. Troubleshooting Visit www.weatherdirect.com/help for information on troubleshooting. Specifications Temperature Range Indoor Range: 14.1°F to 100°F (-9.9°C to 37.7°C) Outdoor Range: -39.8°F to +139.8°F (-39.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 Wireless Display: 3 “AA” Batteries Alkaline or Rechargeable (not included) Wireless Gateway: Included AC Adapter & LAN Cable Wireless Temperature Sensor: 2 “AA” Alkaline Batteries (not included) Liability Disclaimer • • • • • The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 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.
Version 1.2 - 9/23/2008 PURPOSES OR FOR 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 not allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages; therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you. Support services are limited to the WD-2511 system components supplied and usage of the weather direct web site.
