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La Crosse Technology WS9132 Instruction Manual

Manual is about: WIRELESS 868 MHz WEATHER STATION

Summary of WS9132

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    46 wireless 868 mhz weather station instruction manual introduction: congratulations on purchasing this innovative 868 mhz weather station which displays the weather forecast, time, indoor temperature and up to three outdoor temperature readings. To enjoy the full benefits of this innovative product...

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    47 the weather station features: • dcf radio controlled time with manual setting option • time reception on/off (user selectable) • 12/24 hour time display • time zone option ±12 hours • calendar display (day and month) lcd display function keys battery compartment hanging hole foldout stand min.

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    48 • weather forecasting with weather tendency indicator • indoor comfort indicator • temperature display in ºc/ºf • indoor and outdoor temperature display with min/max records and time of reception • indoor humidity display as rh% with min/max records • weather icon sensitivity setting • lcd contra...

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    49 this socket is only for the external probe. Do not apply power plug to it. Optional external probe the outdoor temperature transmitter • remote transmission of outdoor temperature to weather station by 868 mhz signals • dual channel transmitter*: one internal channel and one probe channel • showe...

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    50 once the transmitter is successfully recognized by the weather station, channel 1 of the weather station will display the temperature data measured by internal sensor and channel 2 will display the temperature estimated by the probe. If the measuring probe is unplugged, the "probe channel" on wea...

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    51 3. After the batteries are inserted, the weather station will start receiving data signal from the transmitter. 4. If the optional probe has been plugged to the dual channel transmitter, the outdoor temperature should then be displayed on the weather station on channel 1 and 2. Also, the signal r...

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    52 3. Within 30 seconds of powering up the first transmitter, insert the batteries into the weather station. Once the batteries are in place, all segments of the lcd will light up briefly. Then the indoor temperature and the time as 0:00 will be displayed. If they are not shown on the lcd after 60 s...

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    53 will display the data measured by the internal sensor of the second dual channel transmitter. Yet the probe data from the second transmitter will not be displayed on the weather station. 7. Once the remote temperature has been received and displayed on the weather station, the dcf time code recep...

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    54 install and replace batteries in the weather station the weather station uses 2 x aa, iec lr6, 1.5v batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please follow the steps below: 1. Insert finger or other solid object in the space at the bottom center of the battery compartment and lift up to re...

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    55 1. Remove the battery compartment cover. 2. Insert the batteries, observing the correct polarity (see marking). 3. Replace the battery compartment cover. Note: in the event of changing batteries in any of the units, all units need to be reset by following the setting up procedures. This is becaus...

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    56 battery change: it is recommended to replace the batteries in all units regularly to ensure optimum accuracy of these units (battery life see specifications below). Please participate in the preservation of the environment. Return used batteries to an authorized depot. Dcf radio controlled time t...

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    57 once the outdoor reception test period is completed, the dcf tower icon in the clock display will start flashing in the upper center. This indicates that the clock has detected that there is a radio signal present and is trying to receive it. When the time code is received, the dcf tower becomes ...

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    58 function keys: weather station: the weather station has 4 easy to use function keys: set key • press and hold the key to enter manual setting modes: lcd contrast, time zone, time reception on/off, 12/24 hour display, manual time setting, calendar, temperature °c/°f and weather icon sensitivity se...

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    59 • reset the indoor min/max records out key • press shortly to toggle between max/min and current outdoor temperature data • make adjustment in manual setting mode • reset the outdoor min/max records ch key • exit the manual set mode • switch among display of channels (if more than 1 transmitter i...

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    60 lcd screen: weather tendency indicator time calendar display indoor relative humidity in rh% time reception icon (for dcf time) indoor temperature in ºc/ ºf weather forecast icon outdoor data signal reception indicator* outdoor temperature in ºc/ ºf outdoor transmitter identification number comfo...

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    61 *when the signal from the transmitter is successfully received by the weather station, this icon will be switched on. (if not successful, the icon will not be shown on the lcd). User can therefore easily see whether the last reception was successful (“on” icon) or not (“off” icon). On the other h...

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    62 press and hold the set key for about 3 seconds to advance to the setting mode: lcd contrast setting the lcd contrast can be set to 8 different levels (0 to 7) to suit the user’s needs (default lcd contrast setting is lcd 5). To set the desired contrast level: 1. The above display will be seen. Pr...

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    63 the time zone default of the weather station is 0 hr. To change to another time zone: 1. Using the in key to set the time zone. The range runs between -12 to +12 hour. 2. Press the set key to confirm and enter the “time reception on/off setting” or exit the setting mode by pressing the ch key. Ti...

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    64 note: if the time reception function is turned off manually, the clock will not attempt any reception of the dcf time as long as the time reception off function is activated. The time reception icon will not be displayed on the lcd. 12/24 hour time display setting 1. After setting time reception ...

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    65 date" display. Manual time setting in case the weather station is not able to detect the atomic time (dcf) signal (disturbances, transmitting distance, etc.), the time can be manually set. The clock will then work as a normal quartz clock. To set the clock: 1. The hour and minute digits start fla...

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    66 calendar setting the date default of the weather station is 1. 1. Of the year 2006 after initial set-up. Once the radio-controlled time signals are received, the date is automatically updated. However, if the signals are not received, the date can also be set manually. To do this: 1. The year is ...

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    67 4. Confirm the day and month by pressing the set key shortly once. 5. Then the digit "10" will be displayed and flashing. User shall just press the set key once more to enter the “°c/°f temperature unit setting” or exit the setting mode by pressing the ch key. °c/°f temperature unit setting the d...

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    68 weather forecasting icon sensitivity setting: for locations with rapid changes of weather conditions, the weather icons sensitivity can be set to a different level for faster display of weather conditions. 1. The current sensitivity value will start flashing. 2. Use the in key to set the weather ...

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    69 weather forecast and weather tendency: weather forecasting icons: weather icons in the third section of lcd can be displayed in any of the following combinations: for every sudden or significant change in the air pressure, the weather icons will update accordingly to represent the change in weath...

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    70 cloudy and the rainy icon is displayed, it does not mean that the product is faulty because it is not raining. It simply means that the air pressure has dropped and the weather is expected to get worse but not necessarily rainy. Note: after setting up, readings for weather forecasts should be dis...

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    71 mistake the new location as being a possible change in air-pressure when really it is due to the slight change of altitude. Weather tendency indicator working together with the weather icons is the weather tendency indicators (located on the right sides of the weather icons). When the indicator p...

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    72 note: once the weather tendency indicator has registered a change in air pressure, it will remain permanently visualized on the lcd. The comfort level indicator: comfortable : a happy face icon “☺” indicating a temperature level between 20°c and 25.9°c and relative humidity reading between 45% an...

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    73 toggling and resetting the indoor readings: 1. Press the in key to toggle between the indoor current, indoor max/min temperature and indoor humidity data. The time and dates of the recorded data will also be displayed in the time and calendar sections (for temperature data only). Press the in key...

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    74 2. Once the min or max data is displayed, press and hold the in key for 3 seconds to reset the respective min or max record to current temperature and humidity data, and to current time and date. Min min indoor relative humidity min indoor temperature time and date of recording the min temperatur...

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    75 outdoor temperature the fifth lcd section shows the outdoor temperature, the reception indicator, the transmitter identification number and the min/max outdoor data. Toggling and resetting the outdoor data 1. Press the out key to toggle between the outdoor current, outdoor min temperature, and ou...

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    76 press twice to show the max outdoor temperature data with the recorded time and date. Press three times to return to the current displayed values. Max outdoor temperature time and date of recording the max temperature max icon max.

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    77 2. Once the min or max data is displayed, press and hold the out key for 3 seconds to reset the respective min or max record to current temperature data, and current time, date display. Note: the min/max data of different channels needs to be reset individually. About the outdoor transmitter the ...

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    78 3. Using other electrical products such as headphones or speakers operating on the same signal frequency (868mhz) may prevent correct signal transmission and reception. 4. Neighbours using electrical devices operating on the 868mhz signal frequency can also cause interference. Note: when the 868m...

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    79 to wall mount choose a sheltered place. Avoid direct rain and sunshine. Before wall mounting, please check that the outdoor temperature values can be received from the desired locations. 1. Fix a screw (not supplied) into the desired wall, leaving the head extended out the by about 5mm. 2. Hang t...

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    80 free standing with the foldout stand, the weather station can be placed onto any flat surface. Min.

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    81 positioning the temperature transmitter: the transmitter is supplied with a holder that may be attached to a wall with the two screws supplied. The transmitter can also be position on a flat surface by securing the stand to the bottom to the transmitter..

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    82 to wall mount: 1. Secure the bracket onto a desired wall using the screws and plastic anchors. 2. Clip the remote temperature sensor onto the bracket. Note: before permanently fixing the transmitter wall base, place all units in the desired locations to check that the outdoor temperature reading ...

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    83 care and maintenance: • extreme temperatures, vibration and shock should be avoided as these may cause damage to the unit and give inaccurate forecasts and readings. • when cleaning the display and casings, use a soft damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or scouring agents as they may mark the lc...

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    84 resolution); “of.L” displayed if outside this range relative humidity measuring range: indoor : 1% to 99% with 1% resolution (displays “- -” when lower than 1 %; displays "99" % if higher than 99 %) indoor temperature checking interval : every 10 seconds indoor humidity checking interval : every ...

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    85 liability disclaimer: • the electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances. Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and/or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment. • please contact your local or/and regional authorities to retrieve the addresses of legal dumpi...

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    86 manufacturer. R&tte directive 1999/5/ec summary of the declaration of conformity : we hereby declare that this wireless transmission device does comply with the essential requirements of r&tte directive 1999/5/ec..