Wireless Forecast Station Model C86371 | Instruction Manual Introduction The Wireless Forecast Station with 12 Hour Color Forecast and Snooze Alarm features radio-controlled time, weather forecast, indoor and outdoor temperature/humidity as well as heat index and dew point, on a stylish, colorful, and easy to read tabletop display. Use the integrated USB charging port to charge your devices when the Wireless Forecast Station is plugged into a power outlet.
Table of Contents Introduction Wireless Forecast Station Outdoor Temperature/Humidity Transmitter TX14TH Table of Contents Features Initial Setup Power the Wireless Forecast Station A/C Power Adapter Batteries Install Batteries in the Outdoor Transmitter WWVB Radio-controlled Time WWVB Reception Icon Manual Signal Search Function Buttons Program Menu WWVB ON/OFF Time Zone Daylight Saving Time Indicator 12-hour or 24-hour Time Format Set Time Set Calendar Fahrenheit/Celsius Alarm Set Deactivate Alarm Snooze
Outdoor Temperature Outdoor Humidity Barometric Pressure Warranty Information FCC Disclaimers 15 15 15 15 16 Features • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ATOMIC time and date (auto sets) 12/24 hour time with snooze alarm and alarm icon Charge devices with USB charging port Calendar display: month, day, date Heat index and dew point Forecast: sunny, partly sunny, cloudy, rainy and stormy 12 hour forecast based on changing barometric pressure IN / OUT temperature (°F / °C) IN / OUT humidity (%RH) MIN / MAX rec
Power the Wireless Forecast Station The Wireless Forecast Station can be powered by the 5-volt a/c adapter or batteries. A/C Power Adapter Insert enclosed 5-volt a/c power adapter into a wall outlet, then into the Wireless Forecast Station. Battery Compartment 5-Volt a/c adapter Batteries 1. Remove battery cover: Slide tab to the right and pull out to remove battery cover. 2. Install three fresh AA batteries according to the polarity markings.
WWVB Radio-controlled Time The NIST radio station, WWVB, is located in Ft. Collins, and transmits the exact time signal continuously throughout the United States at 60 kHz. The signal can be received up to 2,000 miles away through the internal antenna in the Wireless Forecast Station. However, due to the nature of the Earth’s Ionosphere, reception is very limited during daylight hours. The Wireless Forecast Station will search for a signal every night when reception is best.
Button Press and Release Functions Hold 3-5 seconds SET Move through program menu Confirm setting. Enter program menu, set time, date, etc.
Daylight Saving Time Indicator DST will default to the ON position as most of the country observes the DST change. If you live in an area does not observe the DST change, switch this to the OFF position. DST 1. DST and ON will flash. 2. Press and release the +/RCC or -/°C/°F button to turn DST to OFF. 3. Confirm with the SET button and move to 12/24 hour time format. ON 12-hour or 24-hour Time Format The Time may be displayed in 12-hour or 24-hour format. Default is 12-hour time.
Alarm Set Hold the ALARM button for 5 seconds to enter the alarm time set mode. 1. The alarm hour digit will flash. 2. Press and release the +/RCC or -/°C/°F button to select the hour. 3. Press and release the SET button to set the minutes. The minute digits will flash. 4. Press and release the +/RCC or -/°C/°F button to select the minutes. 5. Confirm with the SET button and exit. 6. The alarm icon will show above the minutes indicating the alarm is active. 7.
Backlight A/C Adapter The backlight can show continuously when operating the Wireless Forecast Station with the 5-volt a/c adapter. 1. HIGH: The backlight is defaulted to HI (brightness) when the a/c adapter is in use. 2. LO: Press and release the LIGHT HI/LO button to dim the brightness of the backlight. 3. Press and release the LIGHT HI/LO button again to return to full strength (HIGH). Note: When the Adapter is NOT in use, the High/Low backlight feature is not available. 1.
LCD Screen The LCD screen is split into 5 sections displaying the information for time, calendar, weather forecast, indoor data, and outdoor data. MIN/MAX Temperature Data This Wireless Forecast Station features daily minimum and maximum temperatures each day starting at midnight (12:00 AM). The Wireless Forecast Station automatically resets the min/max temperatures at midnight (12:00 AM).
Heat Index Heat Index combines the effects of heat and humidity. It is the apparent temperature of how hot it feels to a human being. When relative humidity increases, the air feels warmer than it actually is because your body is less able to cool effectively by evaporation of perspiration. Note: Heat index will be the same number as the temperature until the temperature is above 80 degrees °F (26.7°C).
Use Multiple Outdoor Transmitters The Wireless Forecast Station will accommodate up to three remote outdoor transmitters (TX14TH). The channel selection button allows you to easily see the temperature in various locations: outdoors, baby’s room, greenhouse, basement, etc. To connect multiple remote transmitters to the Wireless Forecast Station: 1. Remove the battery cover from all the transmitters (Leave battery covers off until all transmitters are received by the Wireless Forecast Station). 2.
Alarm Icon Shows when time alarm is active Does not display when time alarm is deactivated Care and Maintenance Do Not Mix Old and New Batteries Do Not Mix Alkaline, Lithium, Standard, or Rechargeable Batteries Do not expose the Wireless Forecast Station to extreme temperatures, vibration or shock. Keep dry. Clean Wireless Forecast Station with a soft damp cloth. Do not use solvents or scouring agents. The Wireless Forecast Station is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
Specifications Indoor Temperature Range: Humidity Range: Interval: +32° F to +122°F (0° C to + 50° C) 1%-99% (RH) Every 30 seconds Outdoor Temperature Range: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 50°C) Use Alkaline batteries in outdoor sensor: -20°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) Switch to Lithium batteries in outdoor sensor if temperature drops below - 20°F (-28.8°C) Humidity Range: Distance: Interval: 1%-99% (RH) 200 ft.
Outdoor Temperature Operating temperature range = Accuracy ± 2 degrees Fahrenheit -40 F to 140F (-40C to 60C) 32 F to 122 F (0C to 50C) Accuracy ±4 degrees Fahrenheit -40 F to32 F (-40C to 0C) & 122 F to140 F (50C to 60C)） Resolution = 1 degree F When above 140 F (60C) the temperature sensor should continue to read the correct temperature as long as the LCD Wireless Forecast Station continues to function When below -40F (-40C) the temperature sensor should display continue to read correctly as long as the
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to the State.
