FAQ

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From normal display, press and release the
TEMP
button to view:
 HI indoor and outdoor temperature/humidity records.
 LO indoor and outdoor temperature/humidity records.
 Outdoor Heat Index.
 Outdoor Dew Point.
Heat Index/Dew Point
Heat Index:
 Heat Index combines the effects of heat and humidity.
 Heat Index is what the temperature feels to a human being.
 As humidity increases, the body is unable to cool effectively.
 The temperature will feel warmer.
Dew Point Temperature:
 Dew Point Temperature is the saturation point of the air, or the temperature to which the air has to cool
in order to create condensation.
 The higher the dew points, the higher the moisture content of the air at a given temperature.
Mounting/Positioning Outdoor sensor
First:
Place the outdoor sensor in the desired shaded location and the weather station in the home. Wait
approximately 1 hour before permanently mounting the outdoor sensor to ensure that there is proper
reception.
POSITION
Outdoor:
 Protect the outdoor sensor from standing rain or snow and from the overhead sun, which can cause it to
read incorrectly.
 Mounting under an eave or deck rail works well.
 If you choose, you can construct a small roof or box for the outdoor sensor. Be sure a box has vents.
 Mount the outdoor sensor on the North side where to prevent sun from causing incorrect readings.
 Mount at least 6 feet in the air for a strong RF (radio frequency) signal.
 Do not mount the outdoor sensor on a metal fence. This significantly reduces the effective range.
 Outdoor sensors are water resistant, not waterproof.
 Mount outdoor temperature sensor vertically.
 Avoid more than one wall between the outdoor sensor and the weather station.
 The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 330 feet (100 meters).
 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.