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- Page 1 Version 3 - 12/22/2011 WD-2512U 2 DAY INTERNET POWERED WEATHER STATION Owner’s Manual WEATHER DIRECT® Presented by La Crosse Technology® La Crosse Technology, Ltd. www.weatherdirect.com 2817 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone 608-785-7935 Page 1 of 24...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
“+” Key ............................15 Toggle Between Time, Date & Temperature ................ 15 View Outdoor Temperature....................15 Manually Request a Weather Direct® Data Update ............. 15 “SET” Key ..........................15 When ADD 4 LOCATIONS Expansion Option is Active (optional) ........15 Changing Settings on Your Wireless Display ............... - Page 3 Battery Replacement ........................21 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 ........................
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Page 4: Congratulations
We understand that no one likes having to read a manual, so we’ve tried to make this a fun and rewarding read. 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®... -
Page 5: 915 Mhz Wireless Sensor Technology
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 Wireless Gateway + Mounting Plate – Provides your Weather Direct® System with • weather data and other customizable feeds from the Internet. Sends data your Wireless Display with a wireless range of up to 330 feet (open air). -
Page 6: What You Need To Get Started
What You Need to Get Started: High-speed Internet connection – cable, DSL or other broadband Internet service will • work. NOTE: If you only have a Dial-Up Internet connection, Weather Direct® will not work. Router or broadband modem with built-in router. (Contact your Internet service •... -
Page 7: Set Up Your Wd-2512 Display
Set Up Your WD-2512 Display: 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 First Name, Last Name and Zip Code: We do not sell or rent lists; your name is used for notification and support purposes only.
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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 Version 3 - 12/22/2011 WARNING: Match display models on the 4 numeric digits, as any other characters on the picture label are less important. If in doubt, the model number is printed on the back of the device just below the “ONLINE SUPPORT” entry (usually on the battery cover). You need the last 4 digits from the www.weatherdirect.com/2512 entry as the web site does not use the...
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Page 11: Tx50 Outdoor Temperature Sensor
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 TX50 Outdoor Temperature Sensor Once the forecast is showing on the WD-2512U display, insert Batteries into the outdoor sensor and place 5-10 feet from the display for 15 minutes. Press the “+” Key on your Wireless Display to show the outdoor temperature. -
Page 12: Gateway Installation
The outdoor temperature does not display continuously on the Weather Direct display. The TX50U will synchronize with your Weather Direct display and show in the scrolling window. You can press the “+” key at any time to view the outdoor temperature. -
Page 13: Time Setting On Wireless Display
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 Time Setting on Wireless Display The Time Zone you select on www.weatherdirect.com for your Wireless Display is intended to set the time for your physical location so the clock on your Wireless Display is accurate. This time is independent of your selected forecast locations. -
Page 14: Mode" Key
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 “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: Set Alarm Time
Press the “+” key to view the current outdoor temperature from your synchronized • wireless outdoor sensor. Manually Request a Weather Direct® Data Update When you register your Wireless Display, the weather data is updated within a few • minutes. Every 6 hours after that, your Gateway will send weather data to update your Wireless Display. -
Page 16: Set Mode 1 - Set Lcd Contrast (0-7)
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 The Four SET modes are: Set Mode 1 – Set LCD Contrast (0-7) Press and Hold the “SET” Key until the Wireless Display beeps to enter the SET mode “LCD” and number (0-7) will flash near the top. “SET LCD CONTRAST” will scroll across the bottom Press the “+”... -
Page 17: Free Trial Of Expansion Options For 14 Days
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 18: Types Of Severe Weather Alerts
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 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 19: Forecast Icons Explained
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 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. NOTE: Trace precipitation will not display droplets on the icon and “MEDIUM”... -
Page 20: 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 21: Care And Maintenance
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 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 •... -
Page 22: Specifications
Wireless Display: 5.18” L x 1.13” W x 5.56” H Wireless Gateway: 6.63" L x 1" W x 1.56" H Wireless Outdoor Sensor: 1.5" L x .83" W x 5.05" H Weather Direct® Update Rate Every 6 Hours Weather Direct® Wireless Range... -
Page 23: Fcc Statements
Version 3 - 12/22/2011 FCC Statements Statement according to FCC part 15.21: Modifications not expressly approved by this company could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Statement according to FCC part 15.105: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. - Page 24 Support services are limited to the WD-2512 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.