Quick Connect; Dashes Show For Remote Temperature; Inaccurate Remote Temperature Reading; Intermittent Remote Temperature - La Crosse Technology 513-1918S Faq

Quick Connect

Explanation: If sensor loses connection to the clock for any reason, the clock will show
NO in the outdoor temperature area after 30 minutes. The clock will search for 3 minutes
every hour to reconnect with sensor.
• Hold the PLUS (+) button 2 seconds to search for the outdoor sensor.

Dashes show for Remote Temperature

Explanation: Dashes mean the connection is lost between the atomic clock and the
remote sensor.
Batteries often resolve the connection.
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Distance/Resistance
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atomic clock.
• Turn the atomic clock 90 degrees towards the remote sensor to provide better
reception. This allows more antenna surface to face the remote sensor signal.
• Try the quick connect

Inaccurate Remote Temperature Reading

Explanation: High remote temperature readings are generally a location issue. Low
remote temperature readings are power related or a sensor going bad.
• The remote sensor reads the environment where it is mounted. When mounted inside
the home, it will read inside temperature.
• When the remote sensor reads high during the day, but not at night, it is a
problem.
• Look for heat sources such as sunlight, door or window frames or reflected heat.
Side-by-side test: Place the remote sensor right next to the atomic clock for 2 hours.
• Compare indoor and remote temperature. The temperatures should be within 4
degrees to be within tolerance.
• If the remote sensor reads correctly when next to the atomic clock, try a different
location outside.

Intermittent Remote Temperature

Explanation: Intermittent problems are the hardest to resolve. RF (radio frequency)
communication may come and go occasionally. This can be normal in some environments
(e.g. moister climates). If remote sensor signal is lost, please wait 2-4 hours for the signal to
reconnect on its own.
• Move the remote sensor to a closer location.
Distance/Resistance
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• Check Batteries.
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can cause loss of connection between the remote sensor and the
or factory restart.
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