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CONTENTS
Package Contents .................. 2
Back of Display Unit ............... 6
Setup .................................... 7
5-in-1 Sensor Setup ................ 7
Display Unit Setup ................. 8
Backlight Settings ..................12
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Professional Weather Center
Placement Guidelines ............13
Rainfall Tracking ...................16
Weather Ticker .....................17
Troubleshooting ....................18
Care & Maintenance .............21
Calibration ...........................21
Specifications ....................... 23
FCC Information .................. 23
Customer Support .................24
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Instruction Manual
model 02032CAUDI

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Instruction Manual Professional Weather Center model 02032CAUDI CONTENTS Placement Guidelines ....13 Unpacking Instructions ... 2 5-in-1 Sensor Installation ..14 Package Contents ....2 Using the Weather Center ..15 Features & Benefits: 5-in-1 ..3 Rainfall Tracking ....16 Features & Benefits: Display ..4 Weather Ticker .....17...
  • Page 2: Unpacking Instructions

    Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. To ensure the best possible product performance, please read this manual in its entirety and retain it for future reference. Unpacking Instructions Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product.
  • Page 3: Features & Benefits: 5-In-1

    Features & Benefits 5-in-1 SENSOR 5. Temperature & Humidity Sensors 1. Rainfall Collector Funnel (internal) 2. Solar Cell Panel 6. Mounting Point Converts sunlight into power to run 7. Wind Speed Anemometer internal aspirating fan. Internal Aspirating Fan 8. Wind Direction Vane (not shown) 9.
  • Page 4: Features & Benefits: Display

    Features & Benefits: Display...
  • Page 5 1. Previous 2 Wind Directions 21. SELECT Button Press to change the WEATHER 2 . Backlight Button SELECT category data being 3. Current Wind Speed displayed. 4. Current Wind Direction 22. Weather Ticker 5. Current Indoor Temperature Use “ ” or “ “...
  • Page 6: Back Of Display Unit

    Back of Display Unit BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT CLEAR RECORD/ RESET Press and HOLD for full reset 1. Plug-in for Power Adapter to factory defaults. 2. Plug-in for USB Cable 8. Power Adapter 3. Integrated Hang Hole 9. USB Cable for PC Connection for easy wall mounting 10.
  • Page 7: Setup

    SETUP 5-in-1 Sensor Setup Set the A-B-C Switch cause alkaline batteries to function improperly. Use lithium batteries in Locate the A-B-C switch inside the the 5-in-1 sensor for temperatures battery compartment. Set the A-B-C below -20ºC / -4ºF. switch to A, B or C. You must select 1.
  • Page 8: Display Unit Setup

    Display Unit Setup Set the A-B-C Switch Write Down the MAC ADDRESS The A-B-C switch is located inside 12 digit unique ID needed for the battery compartment. It can online connectivity functions. be set to A, B or C. However, 24 C8 6E you must select the same letter choices for both the sensor and...
  • Page 9: Pc Connect For Windows

    PC Connect for Windows Overview PC Connect for Windows lets you access your Weather Center data in the following ways: • Data File: Display unit logs (or stores) data so that you can download it to a PC in a data file (CSV, or comma-separated values file). •...
  • Page 10 Download the PC Connect for Windows Software The PC Connect for Windows software is available online as a free download. An instruction manual for PC Connect for Windows is included (PDF file) when you download the software. Read the manual to learn how to setup PC Connect for Windows preferences and features.
  • Page 11: Setup Aculink Software

    Setup AcuLink Software 1. Visit Acu-Link.com or download the AcuLink app and follow the directions for account setup. • Input the MAC Address, located on the back of the digital display • Select your Time Zone 2. Type in any street address. You can enter your local street and city, however, AcuLink requires a USA State, ZIP/Postal Code, and Country.
  • Page 12: Set The Time, Date & Units

    Set the Time, Date & Units Press the “ SE T ” button, located on the front of the display unit, to enter SET MODE. Once in set mode, the preference you are currently setting will blink on the display. To adjust the currently selected (flashing) item, press and release the “...
  • Page 13: Placement Guidelines

    Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display unit and the sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product. Display Unit Placement Place the display unit in a dry area free of dirt and dust. To ensure accurate temperature measurement, place out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources or vents.
  • Page 14: 5-In-1 Sensor Installation

    5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 1.5 meters (5 feet) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurements- the National Weather Service recommends 10 meters (33 feet) high! MOUNTING OPTIONS The included mounting bracket is design to screw directly onto wooden posts or surfaces that are 2”x4”...
  • Page 15: Using The Weather Center

    OPERATION Using the Professional Weather Center Learning Mode Self-Calibrating Forecasting use a unique algorithm to analyze changes in pressure over a time period (called Learning Mode) to determine your altitude. After 14 days, the Learning Mode icon disappears from the display screen. At this point, the self-calibrated pressure is tuned in to your location and the unit is ready for superior weather prediction.
  • Page 16: Rainfall Tracking

    Rainfall Tracking This weather station features enhanced tracking of historical rainfall data. Rain accumulation data is recorded for today, over all-time, by year, by month, and by rainfall event. Press the “RAINFALL” button to review rainfall records. The icon is shown on the display while historical data is being viewed.
  • Page 17: Weather Ticker

    Weather Ticker ™ The Weather Ticker automatically flashes your real-time weather information and alerts as text in the lower part of the display unit screen. The “ ” and “ ” buttons can be used to scroll through available ticker messages when the display is in normal viewing mode (NOT during setup).
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Relocate the display unit and/or the 5-in-1 sensor. The units must be within 100m (330 ft) of each other. • Make sure both units are placed at least .9 m (3 ft) away from electronics that may interfere with the wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves, computers, etc).
  • Page 19 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Make sure both the display unit and 5-in-1 sensor are placed away from any heat sources or vents (see page 13). Inaccurate • Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources (see page 13). temperature or humidity •...
  • Page 20 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Confirm the status readout in PC Connect for Windows software on your PC indicates that data was uploaded OK. • Make certain you created an account or logged into your existing account on www.acu-link.com, and that you have setup your display unit MAC ADDRESS online, as well.
  • Page 21: Care & Maintenance

    Care & Maintenance Display Unit Care Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use caustic cleaners or abrasives. Keep away from dust, dirt and moisture. Clean ventilation ports regularly with a gentle puff of air. 5-in-1 Sensor Care Clean the Sensor Clean with a soft damp cloth.
  • Page 22: Indoor Humidity

    INDOOR TEMPERATURE INDOOR HUMIDITY BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (must be set to MANUAL mode to calibrate)* *To change from AUTO to MANUAL pressure mode and vice versa, press AND HOLD the “SET” button for at least 10 seconds. The display indicates the current pressure mode selected,“AUTO” or “MANUAL”. After 20 seconds of inactivity, the display will save the adjustments and exit calibration mode.
  • Page 23: Specifications

    Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE Outdoor: -40ºC to 70ºC; -40ºF to 158ºF Indoor: 0ºC to 50ºC; 32ºF to 122ºF HUMIDITY RANGE Outdoor: 1% to 99% Indoor: 1% to 99% WIND SPEED 0 to 159 kph; 0 to 99 mph WIND DIRECTION 16 points INDICATORS RAINFALL 0 to 9999mm;...
  • Page 24: Customer Support

    ©Chaney Instrument Co. All rights reserved. AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Geneva, WI 53147. All other trademarks and copy- rights are the property of their respective owners. AcuRite uses patented technology. Printed in China 02032CAUDI INST 032415 Visit www.AcuRite.com/patents for details.

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