WEATHER DIRECT WD-9535 Owner's Manual

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Version 2 - 12/22/2011
WD-9535
4 DAY INTERNET POWERED WEATHER ALERT
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
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  • Page 1 Version 2 - 12/22/2011 WD-9535 4 DAY INTERNET POWERED WEATHER ALERT 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 24...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Set Mode 1 – Set LCD Contrast (0-7) ................15 Set Mode 2 - Set Text Scrolling Speed (1-4) ..............16 Set Mode 3 – Enable Automatic Weather Texts (ON/OFF) ..........16 Set Mode 4 – Enable Warning Lights (ON/OFF) .............. 16 Set Mode 5 - View Device ID ....................
  • Page 3 Troubleshooting ..........................22 Specifications ..........................22 Temperature Range ......................22 Battery Life ..........................22 Dimensions ........................... 22 Weather Direct® Update Rate ....................22 Weather Direct® Wireless Range ..................22 Power Requirements ........................22 Liability Disclaimer ......................... 22 FCC Statements ..........................23 Warranty Information ........................
  • Page 4: Congratulations

    After all, Weather Direct® is all about you. It’s like having your own personal assistant to tell you the weather forecast when and where you want it. Knowing how the Weather Direct® forecast station works will allow you to get the most out of this innovative new system.
  • Page 5: 915 Mhz Wireless Sensor Technology

    Version 2 - 12/22/2011 TX-50U Wireless Outdoor Temperature Sensor + Mounting Plate – Measures the • outdoor temperature where you are and sends temperature data to your Wireless Display with a wireless range of up to 330 feet (open air). (4) Screws and drywall anchors for mounting the Wireless Outdoor Temperature •...
  • Page 6: What You Need To Get Started

    If you have any questions about routers, or you would like a recommendation on a great • router for use with Weather Direct®, see - www.weatherdirect.com/router Valid e-mail address – required to make sure you can retrieve your password and receive •...
  • Page 7: Quick Set Up Visual

    Set Up your WD-9535 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® system without reading this entire manual.
  • Page 8 You must consent to the License Agreement terms where indicated before clicking on the “Create Profile” button: Weather Direct basic registration and usage is free. Next you need to complete one screen of basic personal information. Tips on doing User Name: Make this an easy to remember name variation or descriptive phrase.
  • Page 9: Register Standard Gateway

    Most users purchase a standard gateway. Notice the “My Weather Direct” summary on the left. This panel will gradually fill with gateway(s) and display(s) as you build your weather direct system.
  • Page 10: Register A Device

    My Weather Direct panel. When you are presented with the Registration screen, look at your device (WD-9535), then scroll up and down the pictures presented on the screen until you find the closest match (the registration process will correct any errors as it reads the display chip).
  • Page 11: Tx50 Outdoor Temperature Sensor

    Version 2 - 12/22/2011 Non-Audio Units After batteries are inserted in a non-audio unit, it should scroll the words “Press Gateway Button” in the window of the LCD. If it does not, press and hold both the SET+DISPLAY keys until you hear two beeps, then it is reset and the “Press Gateway Button” message should scroll.
  • Page 12: Time Setting On Wireless Display

    Version 2 - 12/22/2011 The Wireless Outdoor Sensor sends temperature data to your Wireless Display, accurate to within a tenth of one degree. The Outdoor Temperature Sensor uses 2 x “AA”, Alkaline batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 13: Wireless Display Operation

    Version 2 - 12/22/2011 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 front of the Wireless Display: “SET”, “+/UPDATE”, “ /QUIET”, “DISPLAY”...
  • Page 14: Mode" Key

    Specific Forecasts help you prepare for different weather conditions during the day by providing weather information for Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Night. You'll know if the weather during the morning commute will be different from the weather during the rest of the day.
  • Page 15: Quiet" Key

    Press the QUIET 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. Weather data for up to 5 locations can be viewed on your Wireless Display.
  • Page 16: Set Mode 2 - Set Text Scrolling Speed (1-4)

    Set Mode 4 – Enable Warning Lights (ON/OFF) In addition to the scrolling text of the Severe Weather Alerts, a Warning light provides a visual indication of an alert condition for the area. The orange/yellow light in the lower left corner lights when an alert is issued that is in the category of Advisory or Watch.
  • Page 17: Set Mode 5 - View Device Id

    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

    Severe Weather Alerts are available for any of our forecast locations. Weather Direct® is not liable for any incidents that may occur as a result of any National Weather Service alert. This alert service is provided as a convenience to make you aware of a potential situation, not as a replacement for local severe weather warning systems.
  • Page 19: Forecast Icons Explained

    Micro Forecast Expansion Option. NOTE: Trace precipitation will not display droplets on the icon and “MEDIUM” conditions generally use the “HEAVY” icons to communicate weather events that are likely to affect your plans for the day.
  • Page 20: Hardware Installation

    Placement on the North side of your home will provide the most accurate readings. Mount it about 18” down from the eaves for optimum performance. This ensures that the weather data collected by the Outdoor Sensor will not be affected by the temperature of the air leaving the attic.
  • Page 21: Online Resources

    Version 2 - 12/22/2011 NOTE: Network cables usually have length limitations. The same length limitations will apply that apply to computers on your home network. Online Resources These links can help to enrich your Weather Direct® experience: Help – www.weatherdirect.com/help •...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Weather Direct devices will generally recover from most anomalies on their own within 24 hours. If your Weather Direct device does not recover on it's own, you may need to power cycle the gateway: Unplug your Gateway for 10 seconds and then plug it back in.
  • Page 23: Fcc Statements

    This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of the temperature • and weather forecast for the selected location. This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public information. •...
  • Page 24 State. Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages; therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you. Support services are limited to the WD-9535 system components supplied and usage of the weather direct web site. Any other computer system components or Internet communication configurations (e.g.

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