FAQ

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5. Insert fresh Alkaline batteries into the forecast station.
6. Insert fresh batteries into the outdoor sensor.
7. Press the TX button on the outdoor sensor to transmit RF signal.
8. Keep the outdoor sensor 5-10 feet from the forecast station.
9. When RF connection is established, the temperature will appear on the station. Allow the outdoor
sensor and forecast station to sit together for 15 minutes to establish a strong connection.
10. Do not press buttons for 15 minutes.
 For optimum 433MHz transmission, place the outdoor sensor no more than 300 feet (91 meters, open
air) from the forecast station.
 See the section on mounting and distance/resistance/interference for details on mounting the outdoor
sensor.
Outdoor Temperature Transmitter
Compatible Outdoor Transmitters
 A TX142THv2 outdoor transmitter comes packaged with this forecast station.
 The TX142TH, TX14TH, TX14TH-LCD-G and TX14TH-LCD-B (433MHz) transmitters are compatible
with this forecast station.
Quick Connect
Explanation: The quick connect is used for a forecast station and outdoor sensor that have been working
but lost connection due to interference or low batteries. This is not a thorough factory reset.
1. Bring the outdoor sensor, forecast station together, and place the units 5-10 feet apart with nothing
between them.
2. Hold the CH button on the forecast station. The outdoor temperature area will flash.
3. Remove battery cover from the outdoor sensor and press and release the TX button to send the
signal.
4. Wait for 2 minutes for the outdoor temperature to appear on the forecast station.
 Factory Restart: If the above procedure does not work, please try the factory reset.
Dashes Shown for Outdoor Temperature
Explanation: Dashes mean the connection is lost between the forecast station and the outdoor sensor.
 Batteries often resolve the connection.
 Distance/Resistance can cause loss of connection between the outdoor sensor and the forecast
station.
 Turn the forecast station 90 degrees towards the outdoor sensor to provide better reception. This
allows more antenna surface to face the outdoor sensor signal.
 Try the quick connect or factory restart.
Power Requirements
 2-AA batteries power the outdoor transmitter.
 We recommend alkaline batteries for the transmitter.
 You may choose to use lithium batteries for temperatures below -20°F/-28.8°C.
Outdoor Temperature changes constantly
 You may have an additional compatible outdoor transmitter within range.
 Occasionally a neighbor will have a compatible outdoor transmitter that is within range.
 Check Channels: Confirm that the channel selected on the outdoor transmitter matches the channel
shown on the forecast station.