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Wireless Rain Gauge

with Indoor / Outdoor Thermometer

Model: RGR126

User Manual

CONTENTS

Introduction .............................................................. 2

Product Overview .................................................... 2

Front View .............................................................. 2

Back View .............................................................. 3

LCD Display ........................................................... 4

Rain Gauge (PCR122) ........................................... 4

Remote Thermo Sensor (THN122N) ..................... 5

Getting Started ......................................................... 6

Main Unit ................................................................ 6

Rain Gauge (PCR122) ........................................... 6

Thermo Sensor (THN122N) ................................... 7

Data Transmission ................................................. 9

Low Battery Warning ............................................... 9

Clock / Calendar Setting .......................................... 9

Set Clock & Calendar ............................................ 9

Rainfall .................................................................... 10

Rainfall History ..................................................... 10

Total Rainfall ........................................................ 10

Rainfall Alarm ...................................................... 10

Temperature ............................................................ 11

Outdoor ................................................................ 11

Indoor ................................................................... 11

Reset ....................................................................... 11

Precautions ............................................................ 11

Technical Specifications ....................................... 12

Notices .................................................................... 12

Statement of Responsibility ................................. 12

About Oregon Scientific ........................................ 13

FCC Statement ....................................................... 13

Declaration of Conformity .................................... 14

RGR126(R13)-4(final) 4/6/05, 5:46 PM1

Summary of content (14 pages)

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EN Temperature ............................................................ 11 Wireless Rain Gauge with Indoor / Outdoor Thermometer Model: RGR126 User Manual Outdoor ................................................................ 11 Indoor ................................................................... 11 Reset ....................................................................... 11 Precautions ............................................................ 11 CONTENTS Introduction .................
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EN PRODUCT OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION FRONT VIEW TM Congratulations on purchasing the Oregon Scientific Wireless Rain Gauge with Indoor / Outdoor Thermometer (RGR126). The rain gauge is equipped with the following functions: • • • • • • Daily and total rainfall display 9-day rainfall history Rainfall alarm Indoor / outdoor temperature display Real-time clock and calendar setting 328-foot (100-meter) transmission range 1 The RGR126 operates at 433MHz. No wire installation is required.
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EN 4. ((.)): Displays the rain alarm setting; press and hold to enter the rain alarm setting mode 1. ANTENNA: Receives radio signal from rain gauge and remote thermo sensor 5. SINCE: Toggles between displaying the start day or start year for total rainfall; press and hold to clear the previous rainfall start time and reset the rainfall counter to start again 2. : Increases setting values; press and hold for rapid increase 3.
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EN RAIN GAUGE (PCR122) LCD DISPLAY 1. ANTENNA: Transmits radio signal to main unit 2. BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Accommodates 2 x UM-3 or AAsized batteries 1 2 3 4 1 1. Today's Rainfall, Rainfall History, Rainfall Alarm, Start Date of Total Rainfall Record, Time / Date 2. Rain Gauge RF Reception Status, Total Rainfall 3. Thermo-sensor RF Reception Status, Outdoor Temp 4.
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EN REMOTE THERMO SENSOR (THN122N) 1. 1 LED Indicator 1 2 3 4 5 RGR126(R13)-4(final) 5 4/6/05, 5:46 PM 1. WALL MOUNT HOLE 2. RESET hole 3. CHANNEL number (1-3) 4.
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EN 2. GETTING STARTED Position the main unit, rain gauge, and thermo sensor within effective range: • Rain gauge - 328 feet / 100 meters • Thermo sensor - 98 feet / 30 meters NOTE Every time the battery in the main unit is changed, repeat installation before use. IMPORTANT It is recommended that you follow the sequence below when setting up the units: 3. Set up the thermo sensor, then press and hold SEARCH on the main unit and wait until you receive a signal. 4.
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EN 3. 5. Put drops of water on the cross at the base to check the leveling. Remove the fiber tape from around the bucket assemblies. 3 1 3 2 THERMO SENSOR (THN122N) 4 4. 1. Insert the batteries, matching the polarity (+ and -) as shown in the battery compartment. 2. Set the channel switch to any channel. The switch is located in the battery compartment. Use the metal ring to adjust the level of the rain gauge. 3. Press RESET on the sensor. 4. Close the remote sensor battery compartment.
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EN 5. Secure the sensor in the desired location using the wall mount or table stand. • • 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. Standard Alkaline batteries contain significant amounts of water.
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EN DATA TRANSMISSION LOW BATTERY WARNING Data is sent from the remote thermo sensor approx. every 78 seconds and every 94 seconds from the rain gauge. The reception icon shows the status - see table. There are 3 low-battery indicators - see table.
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EN To clear the existing commencing date and reset it to start again, press and hold SINCE. The total rainfall will now be equal to the today rainfall and the unit will start again to collect the rainfall data. RAINFALL Today's rainfall appears on the 1st line of the display and total rainfall is shown on the 2nd line. Press in / mm to toggle between inches and millimeters as the unit of measurement. RAINFALL ALARM RAINFALL HISTORY The rain alarm value can be displayed at any time by pressing (( • )).
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EN TEMPERATURE PRECAUTIONS OUTDOOR This product is engineered to give you years of satisfactory service if you handle it carefully. Here are a few precautions: The outdoor temperature is displayed on the 3rd line of the LCD display. Use the °C / °F button to select between Centigrade and Fahrenheit display units. • • INDOOR The indoor temperature is displayed on the 4th line of the LCD display. Use the °C / °F button to select between Centigrade and Fahrenheit display units.
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EN General RF Transmission Frequency 433 MHz RF Transmission Range Rain gauge - 328 feet (100 meters) Remote thermo sensor - 98 feet (30 meters) Temperature sensing cycle Around 78 seconds Rainfall sensing cycle Around 94 seconds TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TYPE Main Unit Dimensions LxWxH Weight (without battery) Main unit Display rainfall range (total) Display rainfall range (history / daily) Rainfall resolution Operating range DESCRIPTION 3.54 x 0.98 x 5.59 inches (90 x 25 x 142 mm) 0.
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EN ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC FCC STATEMENT Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more about Oregon Scientific products such as digital cameras; MP3 players; children's electronic learning products and games; projection clocks; health and fitness gear; weather stations; and digital and conference phones. The website also includes contact information for our Customer Care department in case you need to reach us, as well as frequently asked questions and customer downloads.
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EN • • • • 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. 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.