FAQ

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• Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal objects can reduce the range.
• Do not mount near electrical wires, transmitting antennas or other items that will interfere with the
signal.
• RF (radio frequency) signals do not travel well through moisture or dirt.
MOUNT
Option 1:
• Install one mounting screw (not included) into a wall.
• Place the outdoor sensor onto the screw (hanging hole on the backside).
• Gently pull down to lock the screw in place.
Option 2:
• Insert the mounting screw through the front of the outdoor sensor and into the wall.
• Tighten the screw to snug (do not over tighten).
Indoor:
• Position away from door or window frames and away from vents.
• Be sure the sensor will not be in direct sunlight shining in a window as this will cause incorrect readings.
• Common use for extra sensors are basements, baby’s room etc.
• Be sure to mount the sensor vertically.
DISTANCE/RESISTANCE/INTERFERENCE
Distance:
• The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 330 feet (100 meters) between your sensors and
your station.
• Consider what is in the signal path between your station and your sensors.
• Consider the distance your station is from other electronics in the home.
Resistance:
• Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete, and large metal objects can reduce the range.
• When considering the distance between your sensor and your station (330 feet, 100 meters open air)
cut that distance in half for each wall, window, tree, bush or other obstruction in the signal path.
• Closer is better.
• Do not mount your sensors on a metal fence. This significantly reduces the effective range.
Interference:
• Consider items in the signal path between your sensors and your station.
• Simple relocation of your sensors or your station may correct an interference issue.
• Windows can reflect the radio signal.
• Metal will absorb the RF (radio frequency) signal.
• Stucco held to the wall by a metal mesh will cause interference.
• Transmitting antennas from: ham radios, emergency dispatch centers, airports, military bases, etc. may
cause interference.
• Electrical wires, utilities, cables, etc. may create interference if too close.
• Vegetation is full of moisture and reduces signal.
• Dirt: Receiving a signal through a hill is difficult.