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- Page 1 Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 WD-3308 4 DAY INTERNET POWERED WEATHER STATION Owner’s Manual WEATHER DIRECT® Presented by La Crosse Technology ® La Crosse Technology, Ltd. www.weatherdirect.com 2809 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone 608-785-7935 Page 1 of 25...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
915 MHz Wireless Sensor Technology ................... 5 What You Need to Get Started: ....................... 6 IMPORTANT MESSAGE: ........................ 7 Set Up your WD-3308 ........................7 Hardware Installation ........................7 Wireless Outdoor Sensor Installation Options ................8 ... - Page 3 Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Factory Reset of Wireless Display ....................16 FREE Trial of Expansion Options for 14 Days ................17 Four Additional Forecast Locations ................... 17 Severe Weather Alerts ........................18 Types of Severe Weather Alerts: ..................19 ...
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Page 4: Congratulations
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Congratulations You have just purchased the world’s first Internet-Powered Weather Station. Weather Direct® uses the power of the Internet to deliver weather data and other important information tailored to you, because you are in control of the information it delivers. -
Page 5: Included In The Box
Included in the Box The WD-3308 4 Day Wireless Weather Forecaster is a complete Weather Direct® system that includes: • WD-3308 Wireless Display – Provides weather forecast information, time, date and other custom data from the Internet. -
Page 6: What You Need To Get Started
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 What You Need to Get Started: • High-speed Internet connection – cable, DSL or other broadband Internet service will work. • Router or broadband modem with built-in router. (contact your Internet service provider ISP for information on compatibility with their service) •... -
Page 7: Important Message
LAN cable (included) and then power up the Gateway with the AC Adapter (included). Set Up your WD-3308 NOTE: The Quick Set-Up Card that is included in the box contains additional instructions to help you get started quickly if you want to perform a basic setup of your Weather Direct®... -
Page 8: Wireless Outdoor Sensor Installation Options
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Wireless Outdoor Sensor Installation Options NOTE: Move the Wireless Outdoor Sensor into its intended location and wait for 10 minutes to make sure the outdoor temperature is still being received by the Wireless Display. Press the “SNOOZE” Key on your Wireless Display to show the outdoor temperature. -
Page 9: Online Resources
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 If you require a longer LAN cable to mount the Gateway in a desired location, any standard Category 5 network cable will work, but a crossover cable may not work. Crossover cables designed to connect two computers without networking hardware may not work with your Gateway. -
Page 10: Time Setting On Wireless Display
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 • Time and Date Set Automatically • Low Battery Indicator on the LCD and the web site for the Wireless Display and Outdoor Sensors • Expansion Options: 1. View Up To Five Forecast Locations on the Wireless Display 2. - Page 11 Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 2. Insert the batteries, observing the correct polarity (see marking). 3. Replace the battery compartment cover on the unit. Press the “SNOOZE” Key on your Wireless Display to show the outdoor temperature at any time. The outdoor temperature will scroll on the bottom of the LCD.
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Page 12: Wireless Display Operation
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Wireless Display Operation This section will teach you how to use your Wireless Display once you have completed online registration. There are 5 control Keys located on the back of the Wireless Display: “SET”, “+”, “SNOOZE”, “ALARM” and “MODE”. The following information is divided into sections based on the function of each Key. -
Page 13: Alarm" Key
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 5. ROTATE Rotates between the four Micro Forecasts and the Daily Forecast 6. NEXT SECTION Shows the forecast for the next six hour period so you can be prepared for the upcoming weather. If it was morning now, it would show the afternoon forecast. -
Page 14: Change The Display Mode
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Change the Display Mode • Press the “SNOOZE” Key to cycle through the type of detailed weather information that will display below the forecast icons: 1. Sunshine Forecast 2. % Chance of Rain/Snow 3. Amount of Rain/Snow 4. -
Page 15: Set" Key
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 “SET” Key When ADD 4 LOCATIONS Expansion Option is Active Press the “SET” Key to toggle between the forecast locations on the Wireless Display when the ADD 4 LOCATIONS Expansion Option is active. The name of the location will appear briefly on the bottom of the LCD when it is selected. -
Page 16: Set Mode 3 - Set Text Scrolling Speed (1-4)
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 NOTE: You can silence an Acoustic Weather Warning by pressing any Key. Set Mode 3 - Set Text Scrolling Speed (1-4) 8. Press the “SET” Key until “Scr” flashes at the top and “SET SCROLL SPEED” scrolls across the bottom 9. -
Page 17: Free Trial Of Expansion Options For 14 Days
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 WARNING: Deleting the Wireless Display from a user account on www.weatherdirect.com will erase the weather and other setup information such as forecast locations from the Wireless Display. If you have trouble registering your Wireless Display after multiple attempts, you can try a Factory Reset. -
Page 18: Severe Weather Alerts
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Display. Every press of the “SET” Key rotates through the list of available locations. Now you can keep an eye on the weather where your daughter goes to school, your favorite vacation spot, your parents’ house and more. Severe Weather Alerts Keep your family safe with Severe Weather Alerts issued by the National Weather Service. -
Page 19: Types Of Severe Weather Alerts
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Types of Severe Weather Alerts: Warnings Blizzard Heavy Rainfall Severe Thunderstorm Coastal Flood Heavy Snow Severe Wind Excessive Heat Heavy Snowfall Small Craft Flash Flood High Wind Special Marine Flood Hurricane Force Storm Freeze Ice Storm Tornado Frost Lake Effect Snow... -
Page 20: Forecast Icons Explained
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Forecast Icons Explained There are two sets of icons presented on your Wireless Display, one for day and one for night. A sun appears on many of the day icons while a moon appears on many of the night icons. Night icons only available with the Micro Forecast Expansion Option. -
Page 21: Care And Maintenance
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Care and Maintenance • Extreme temperatures, vibration and shock should be avoided as these may cause damage to the unit and give inaccurate readings. • Precautions shall be taken when handling the batteries. Injuries, burns, or property damage may be resulted if the batteries are in contact with conducting materials, heat, corrosive materials or explosives. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Troubleshooting Visit www.weatherdirect.com/help for information on troubleshooting. Specifications Temperature Range Indoor Range: 14.1°F to 100°F (-9.9°C to 37.7°C) Outdoor Range: -39.8°F to +139.8°F (-39.8°C to 59.8°C) Update Interval: Every 4.5 seconds Battery Life Wireless Display (without Severe Weather Alerts Activated): Up to 3 Years Wireless Display (with Severe Weather Alerts Activated): Up to 2 Years Wireless Outdoor Sensor: Up to 2 Years Dimensions... -
Page 23: Liability Disclaimer
Version 1.0 - 11/7/2008 Liability Disclaimer • The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place. • This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of the temperature and weather forecast for the selected location. -
Page 24: Warranty Information
La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. - Page 25 Support services are limited to the WD-3308 system components supplied and usage of the weather direct web site. Any other computer system components or Internet communication configurations (e.g. the computer, network, router, Internet browser, ISP service, etc.) are outside of the scope of our services.