ACU-RITE 01536 Instruction Manual

ACU-RITE 01536 Instruction Manual

Professional weather center

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CONTENTS
Package Contents .................. 2
Product Registration ............... 2
Setup .................................... 7
5-in-1 Sensor Setup ................ 7
Display Setup ........................ 8
Backlight Settings ................... 9
Placement Guidelines ............10
Questions?
(877) 221-1252 or visit www.AcuRite.com.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Professional Weather Center
PC Connect...........................13
Weather Underground ..........13
Rainfall Tracking ...................14
Weather Ticker .....................15
Programmable Alarms ...........16
Troubleshooting ....................17
Care & Maintenance ............ 20
Calibration .......................... 20
Specifications ....................... 22
FCC Information .................. 22
Customer Support ................ 23
Warranty............................. 23
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Instruction Manual
model 01536 / 8900123
IT FEELS LIKE 46 OUTSIDE

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Instruction Manual Professional Weather Center model 01536 / 8900123 IT FEELS LIKE 46 OUTSIDE CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions ... 2 PC Connect......13 Package Contents ....2 Weather Underground ..13 Rainfall Tracking ....14 Product Registration ....2 Weather Ticker .....15 Features & Benefits: 5-in-1 ..3 Features &...
  • 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 Wind Speed Anemometer internal aspirating fan. Internal Aspirating Fan 8. Wind Direction Vane (not shown) 9.
  • Page 4: Features & Benefits: Display

    Features & Benefits Display IT FEELS LIKE 46 OUTSIDE...
  • Page 5 1. Current Wind Direction Button 2. Previous 2 Wind Directions For setup preferences. 21. Clock 3. Seasonal Display Heat Index calculation displays when Button temperature is 80°F (27°C) or higher. For setup preferences and manually Dew Point calculation displays when cycling through Weather Ticker messages temperature is 79°F (26°C) or below.
  • Page 6 Back of Display DEVICE ID ############ 01536-RX Wind Chill Refroidissement Éolien RX : DC 4.5V 3x AA Dew Point AC/DC ADAPTER INPUT : 100-240AC 50-60Hz Point De Rosée OUTPUT: 5.0V 250mA CAN RSS-Gen/CNR-Gen MODEL : 01536CDI BACK OF DISPLAY 1. Plug-in for Power Adapter...
  • Page 7: Setup

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

    Display Setup Set the A-B-C Switch Write Down the DEVICE ID 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, you 24 C8 6E must select the same letter choices for both the 5-in-1 Sensor and the...
  • Page 9: Set The Time, Date & Units

    Set the Time, Date & Units The display will automatically enter SET MODE after the unit has powered on. 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 10: Placement Guidelines

    Placement for Maximum Accuracy AcuRite sensors are sensitive to surrounding environmental conditions. Proper placement of both the display and the sensor are critical to the accuracy and performance of this product. Display Placement Place the display 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 11: 5-In-1 Sensor Installation

    5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 meters) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind measurements - the National Weather Service recommends 33 feet (10 meters) high! MOUNTING OPTIONS The included mounting bracket is designed to screw directly onto wooden posts or surfaces that are 2”x 4”...
  • Page 12: 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 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 13: Pc Connect

    View Indoor/Add-On Sensor Readings The weather station displays the current indoor temperature and humidity readings, by default. If the weather station is being used with additional sensors (see Expand the System), toggle between indoor readings and each sensor’s readings by pressing and releasing the “...
  • Page 14: Rainfall Tracking

    Rainfall Tracking This weather station features enhanced tracking of historical rainfall data. Rain accumulation data is displayed for the current day, week, or month (most recent rainfall total). Press the “ ” button to review historical rainfall records. Records are shown in the following order: CURRENT YEAR TOTAL (default) PREVIOUS MONTHLY TOTALS WITH RAIN (up to 12 months prior) CURRENT YEAR TOTAL...
  • Page 15: 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 possible WEATHER TICKER messages are as follows: HEAT INDEX-XX WIND CHILL-XX DEW POINT-XX IT FEELS LIKE XX OUTSIDE TODAY’S HIGH HUMIDITY...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX TODAY’S LOW HUMIDITY...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX TODAY’S HIGH TEMP...OUTDOOR XX / INDOOR XX...
  • Page 16: Programmable Alarms

    Programmable Weather Alarms Each selectable weather category features an alarm option. When an alarm sounds, the display emits audible beeping and flashes the affected category, its alarm settings, and any other relevant data. Alarms can be customized to alert you when your programmed value is reached (high and low).
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Relocate the display and/or the 5-in-1 sensor. The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other. • Make sure both units are placed at least 3 feet (.9 m) away from electronics that may interfere with the wireless communication (such as TVs, microwaves, computers, etc).
  • Page 18 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Make sure both the display and 5-in-1 sensor are placed away from any heat sources or vents (see page 10). Inaccurate • Make sure both units are positioned away from moisture sources (see page 10). temperature or humidity •...
  • Page 19 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Verify under Status that data was received from the indoor display. The timestamp should update every 18-36 seconds. • Verify that you created an account or logged into an existing account at www.MyAcuRite.com or in the AcuRite app, and that you input the display’s DEVICE ID as a part of the account setup.
  • Page 20: Care & Maintenance

    Care & Maintenance Display 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 21 *To change from AUTO to MANUAL pressure mode and vice versa, press AND HOLD the “ ” button for 5-7 seconds. The display indicates the current pressure mode selected, “AUTO” or “MANUAL”. The “ ” icon will appear next to the barometric pressure to indicate that MANUAL mode has been activated.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE Outdoor: -40ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC Indoor: 32ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC HUMIDITY RANGE Outdoor: 1% to 99% Indoor: 1% to 99% WIND SPEED 0 to 99 mph; 0 to 159 km/h WIND DIRECTION 16 points INDICATORS 0.01 inches (0.25 mm) and up RAINFALL...
  • Page 23: Customer Support

    Customer Support AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-in- class service. For assistance, please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways: (877) 221-1252 AcuRite Visit us at www. .com Installation Videos Register your Product...
  • Page 24 ©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 01536 INST 052416 Visit www.AcuRite.com/patents for details.

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