La Crosse Technology La Crosse Alerts TX60U-IT Manual

TX60U-IT La Crosse Alerts™
Temperature and Humidity Kit
TX60U-IT temperature and humidity sensor measures:
(A) Ambient air temperature and humidity (Channel 1)
(B) Probe temperature (Channel 2): **Use the optional 6 Ft. detachable
temperature probe to measure water (Wet probe only), soil, air, etc.
(A)
LCD
Button
(B)
**Optional external probe included in select packages
(Wet and Dry probes are also sold separately)
The sensor sends the temperature and humidity measurements to a La Crosse
Alerts™ Internet Gateway (included) with a wireless range of over 200 Ft. (60.96
m). The Gateway uses your high-speed Internet connection to upload the
temperature and humidity measurements to your included
www.lacrossealerts.com account. Once set up, you can login to your account and
view your temperature and humidity sensor(s) with an Internet-connected mobile
device, tablet or computer with a web browser.
MONITORING OPTIONS
Note: The sensor case is weather resistant, not water proof. The sensor case
cannot get wet, and may be affected by high humidity conditions. **The optional
Wet probe is designed to measure wet environments like a pool or aquarium.
Humidity monitoring*:
o
Pianos and other musical instruments
o
Greenhouses
o
Reptile terrariums
o
Cigar storage/humidors
o
Allergies (dust mites & mold)
o
Laundry rooms and basements at
rental properties or vacation homes
Storage conditions (temperature and humidity)*:
o
R.V. storage
o
Warehouses
o
Long-term storage
Temperature monitoring using optional detachable Wet probe*:
o
Pools, spas hot tubs
o
Aquariums, terrariums and other pet care
o
Bird baths
o
Home beer brewing
Temperature monitoring using optional detachable Dry probe*:
o
Refrigerators, freezers, laundry rooms and
basements at rental properties or vacation homes
o
Food service
o
Computers/ server rooms
o
Soil temperature using probe:
o
Farms
o
Gardens
o
Greenhouses
* Disclaimers: La Crosse Technology, LTD. ("La Crosse") provides various
alert and monitoring services to aid users. (1) Service providers may
charge users for alert services. Standard messaging and data rates apply
and will be billed to the customer's wireless account. Customers may be
unable to receive text messaging or data service in some areas due to
unavailability of service. (2) La Crosse shall not be liable for accuracy,
usefulness or availability of data transmitted via the service. Users are
solely responsible for damages to persons or property by service use.
ADD-ON SENSOR PACKAGE CONTENTS
1. TX60U-IT Wireless temperature and humidity sensor
2. Mounting hardware
3. Instruction manual
4. Activation key card (IMPORTANT for set up. Do not throw away)
5. Internet Gateway, AC adapter and LAN cable
6. 6 ft. Temperature Probe** (** Wet or dry probes are included with select
packages only. Some packages do not include a detachable probe.
Wet and dry probes are also sold separately.)
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (NOT INCLUDED)
Two fresh AAA, IEC LR03, 1.5V Alkaline batteries
Browser with high speed Internet
Network router
This socket is ONLY
for the external probe.
DO NOT insert
power plug into it.
OPTIONAL CHANNEL 2 PROBE (Wet Probe or Dry
Probe)
If the optional probe for the temperature and humidity sensor is not included or is
unplugged, the LCD on the temperature and humidity sensor will display "nC" for
the CHANNEL 2 reading. **A wet or dry probe can be plugged into the sensor at
any time without resetting the units.
ACTIVATION
See the Activation Card in the package for setup instructions and the Activation
Key. The Activation Key is necessary to activate your sensor and Gateway.
Please keep your Activation Card for reference.
Account creation and product activation at:
www.lacrossealerts.com
If you have lost your Activation Card with the
Activation Key, please contact customer support for
assistance:
Support:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/alerts
Phone: (608) 785-7920
1 YEAR OF ENHANCED SERVICE WITH ALERTS AND 4 YEARS OF BASIC
SERVICE ARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR ACTIVATION KEY
Once the Gateway and sensor is activated on your www.lacrossealerts.com
account, you can monitor your sensors online and set up custom e-mail and text
message alerts*.
MEASUREMENT LOG DOWNLOAD
Once the sensor is activated and building a measurement log, you can download
the data as a comma separated values (CSV) file. You must use an application
such as Microsoft Excel® or Google Docs® that supports comma separated
values (CSV) formatted files to view the table data.
IMPORTANT SETUP & OPERATION NOTES
The sensor should be placed in a dry, shaded area. Please avoid a
location with direct sun, as that will cause incorrect readings.
Fog and mist will not harm the sensor but direct rain must be avoided.
Note: Exposing the sensor case to extreme humidity may temporarily
disrupt data. The sensor case reads humidity, but should not be
submerged in water. **Attach a 6 ft. wet probe to measure water
temperature.
The sensor has a wireless range of 200 feet (60.96 m). Keep in mind that
the 200 ft. range equates to open air with no obstructions, and that radio
waves DO NOT curve around objects. Actual transmission range will vary
depending on what is in the path of the signal. Each obstruction (roof,
walls, floors, ceilings, thick trees, etc.) will effectively cut signal range in
half.
Metal siding, stucco, and some types of glass can reduce signal range by
as much as ¾ or more, compared to the ½ reduction typical of most
obstructions. It is possible to receive a signal through these materials,
however maximum range will be reduced due to their tendency to absorb or
reflect a much larger portion of the sensor's signal.
The sensor measures and updates the temperature and humidity on the
LCD every 6 seconds. Note: The new measurement is reported to your
account at intervals that you select using your online account.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the battery cover by sliding the cover down.
2. Observing the correct polarity install 2 AAA Alkaline batteries. The
batteries will fit tightly (to avoid start-up problems make sure they do not
spring free).
3. Do not mix old and new batteries.
4. Do not mix alkaline, standard or rechargeable batteries.
5. Replace the battery cover by sliding upwards.
Be sure battery cover is on securely.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
When batteries are low, the low battery indicator shows up on the LCD. You will
receive an e-mail or mobile text message alert when the battery power of the
sensor is low. Change the batteries immediately.
Note: The LED turns ON briefly after changing batteries. The LED turns OFF
when not needed to save battery power. The previously stored information in the
sensor will not be affected or cancelled while you change the batteries.