Oregon Scientific WMR90A User Manual - Page 4
Set Up Remote Rain Gauge, Set Up Base Station, Base Station, Change Display / Setting, Clock - weather stations
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EN 10 12 11 13 9 7 For continuous use, please install the AC adapter. The batteries are for back-up use only. NOTE Please make sure the socket-outlet is installed near the equipment and is easily accessible. SET UP REMOTE RAIN GAUGE The rain gauge collects rain and takes readings of the total rainfall over a period of time. The sensor can remotely transmit data to the base station. The base station and rain gauge should be positioned within effective range: about 100 meters (328 feet) in an open area. The rain gauge should be mounted horizontally about 1 meter (2-3 feet) from the ground in an open area away from trees or other obstructions to allow rain to fall naturally for an accurate reading. To set up the sensor: 1. Remove screws and slide the cover up and insert the batteries (2 x UM-3 / AA), matching the polarity (+ / -). Press RESET after each battery change. RESET 2. Remove the tape. Install the base station batteries (4 x UM-3 / AA) matching the polarity + and -. Press RESET after each battery change. NOTE Do not use rechargeable batteries. It is recommended that you use alkaline batteries with this product for longer performance. The battery icon indicator AREA may appear in the following areas: MEANING Weather Forecast Area Temperature / Heat Index / Wind Chill Area Wind Speed / Wind Direction Area UVI / Barometer / Rainfall Area Battery in the base station is low. will show when AC adapter is disconnected. The displayed channel indicates the outdoor sensor for which battery is low. Battery in the wind sensor is low. Battery in the UV / Rain sensor is low. BASE STATION CHANGE DISPLAY / SETTING To change the display and settings, use the following buttons: SELECT, MIN/MAX, MODE and ALARM. In addition, the UNIT and SEARCH buttons located at the back of the base station allows pre-setting of the remote sensor channels and the measurement units for display. TIP To exit from the setting mode, push any button. Alternatively, the base station will automatically exit after 30 seconds. 3. Put a few drops of water on the cross at the base of the funnel to check the horizontal level. Water will pool to the center of the cross when the rain gauge is level. 1 3 2 4 CLOCK RECEPTION This product is designed to synchronize its calendar clock automatically once it is brought within range of a radio signal: WMR90A: • WWVB-60 generated from the atomic clock in Fort Collins, Colorado. The radio signal range is 3219 km (2000 miles). Press RESET whenever you change the selected setting. The reception icon will blink when it is searching for a signal. If the radio signal is weak it can take up to 24 hours to get a valid signal reception. indicates the status of the clock reception signal. If water remains on 1-4, the gauge is not horizontal. 4. If necessary, adjust the level using the screw. ICON MEANING Time is synchronized. Receiving signal is strong Time is not synchronized. Receiving signal is weak To enable (and force a signal search) / disable the clock radio reception (clock synchronization): 1. Press SELECT to navigate to the Clock / Calendar / Alarm Area. next to the Area. will show 2. Press and hold SEARCH. NOTE For best results, ensure the base is horizontal to allow maximum drainage of any collected rain. SET UP BASE STATION NOTE Install batteries in the remote sensor before the base station matching the polarities (+ and -). 4 appears when it is enabled. NOTE For best reception, the base station should be placed on a flat, non-metallic surface near a window in an upper floor of your home. The antenna should be placed away from electrical appliances and not be moved around when searching for a signal. WMR90A_EN_OP.indd 4 7/30/07 6:25:04 PM