La Crosse Technology V42 Setup Manual
La Crosse Technology V42 Setup Manual

La Crosse Technology V42 Setup Manual

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Wi-Fi PROFESSIONAL
WEATHER STATION
SET UP GUIDE
MODEL NUMBER V42 (BP73736)

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  • Page 1 Wi-Fi PROFESSIONAL WEATHER STATION SET UP GUIDE MODEL NUMBER V42 (BP73736)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents BASICS LA CROSSE VIEW FORECAST Initial Setup 03-04 Connecting to the App Viewing Your Forecast 11-12 Data Station Settings Connecting Your Station Viewing Extended Forecasts Buttons 08-09 Adding Your Sensors to the Data Time & Calendar Display Moon Phase Manually Add Sensors to LCD Display Brightness...
  • Page 3: Initial Setup

    SENSORS Initial Setup Installing the Wind Cups (if needed) Remove the Cyclone Sensor, Wind Cups, and Mini Align the flat edges and place the Wind Cups Screwdriver from the package. Take note of the flat on top of the Cyclone Sensor. edges located on the head of the Cyclone Sensor and underside of the Wind Cups.
  • Page 4 BASICS Initial Setup Back of Station (V42) Power Jack Thermo-Hygro Sensor Bottom of Cyclone Sensor (LTV-TH5i) (LTV-WSDR1) Power Up Thermo-Hygro Sensor: Install 2 fresh “AA” batteries according to polarity and replace battery cover. The blue LED light will flash when transmitting.
  • Page 5: Connecting To The App

    LA CROSSE VIEW Connecting to the App Stay connected to your home anytime, anywhere with the Stay Connected to Your Home La Crosse View app. Anytime, Anywhere. Monitor your home environment and set custom alerts to notify you when conditions change.
  • Page 6: Connecting Your Station

    LA CROSSE VIEW Adding & Connecting Your Station to Wi-Fi The La Crosse View app is required to connect the station to your Wi-Fi network. Download, install, and log into your La Crosse View account first. Follow the initial app instructions or manually add the display into your account. New User Initial Setup: When first setting up your station, the app Manually Add &...
  • Page 7: Manually Add Sensors To

    LA CROSSE VIEW Adding Your Sensors to the App Manually Add Your Sensors to the App* Open your La Crosse View app. On the Main Menu, scroll to ADD/EDIT and select DEVICES. On the Devices page, select the ADD DEVICE or PLUS (+) button.
  • Page 8: Station Settings

    BASICS Station Settings About 30 seconds after powering the station on, it will automatically enter the Settings Menu. Use the steps below to navigate the menu and get your station working the way you’d like. Navigating the Settings Menu Settings Menu Order •...
  • Page 9: Time & Calendar Display

    BASICS Buttons Front of Station Back of Station 1. ALERTS: Hold to enter Alert Settings. Press to confirm and move to next item. Use the buttons to arm or disarm an alert. 2. SENSOR: Press to view sensor ID numbers. While viewing, hold the MINUS (-) button delete the sensor.
  • Page 10: Lcd Display Brightness

    BASICS LCD Display Brightness Adjusting the LCD Display Brightness Press and release the button on the front of the station to LIGHT adjust the backlight intensity. There are 4 brightness levels, plus an off option. Auto-Dim Settings Program your display to automatically dim during preselected times. Hold the button to enter the Auto-Dim Press the...
  • Page 11: Viewing Your Forecast

    FORECAST Viewing Your Forecast Data When using as a standalone station, the display uses changes in barometric pressure to predict your weather to come. This is represented by the 6 forecast scenes below. High and low temperatures will come from the Thermo-Hygro Sensor. Watch our Forecast Icon Video for more details: bit.ly/forecast_vid Sunny...
  • Page 12: Viewing Extended Forecasts

    FORECAST Viewing Your Forecast Data Viewing Extended Forecast Press and release the FORECAST button to toggle through your next 12 hours and next 7 days of forecast data.* Extended Forecast Examples Moon Phase When clear or partly clear conditions are predicted, the sun icon will show during daylight hours (7:00am to 6:59pm) and the moon phase icon will show during nighttime hours (7:00pm to 6:59am).* The times the sun and moon icons appear are pre-programmed and cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 13: Viewing Wind Data

    WIND Viewing Wind Data 1. WIND SPEED ALERT ( ): Appears if a wind speed alert is set & active. 2. RECEPTION INDICATOR ( ): Indicates if the station is receiving data from the Cyclone Sensor. 3. CURRENT WIND SPEED: The top wind speed in the past 31 seconds.
  • Page 14 WIND Wind Speed Records 24 Hour Record Example 1 Month Record Example 1 Year Record Example When viewing the monthly record, press and release the PLUS (+) button to toggle through the current month and past 11 months of top speed records. Reset Wind Records Press and release the WIND...
  • Page 15: Rain

    RAIN Viewing Rain Data 1. RAIN ALERT ( ): Appears if a rain alert is set & active. 2. LOW BATTERY INDICATOR ( Indicates the batteries in the Cyclone Sensor should be replaced soon. 3. RECEPTION INDICATOR ( ): Indicates if the station is receiving data from the Cyclone Sensor. 4.
  • Page 16: Days Since Last Rain

    RAIN Viewing Rain Data Days Since Last Rain • After 24 hours of no rainfall, the station will start counting days without rain. • Rainfall readings can be viewed by pressing the rain button. • When new rainfall occurs, your station will automatically switch back to the last rainfall reading viewed.
  • Page 17: Viewing Temperature

    RAIN Rainfall Records Past 1 Hour Past 24 Hours 7 Days Updates Every 5 Minutes Running Total Updates Every Hour Last 7 Days Updates at Midnight Month Year Total Resets at the Start of Every Month Resets at the Start of the Calendar Year Total Rainfall Since Powered On or Reset When viewing the monthly record, press and release the PLUS (+)
  • Page 18: Indoor Comfort Meter

    TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY Viewing Temperature & Humidity Data 1. LOW BATTERY INDICATOR ( Indicates the batteries in the Thermo-Hygro Sensor should be replaced soon. 2. RECEPTION INDICATOR ( ) Indicates if the station is receiving data from the Thermo-Hygro Sensor. 3.
  • Page 19: Temperature & Humidity

    TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY Temperature & Humidity Records Viewing Temperature & Humidity Records Press and release the TEMP. button to toggle through indoor/outdoor records with time and date stamps. Records Viewing Order Outdoor High Temperature Indoor High Humidity Outdoor Low Temperature Indoor Low Humidity Outdoor High Humidity “Feels Like”...
  • Page 20: Customizable Alerts

    ALERTS Customizable Alerts Setting Custom Alerts Hold the ALERTS button to enter the Alert Settings Menu. Use the buttons to activate/deactivate individual alerts, or press the ALERTS button to skip to the next option. Once activated, use the buttons to adjust the values. High Wind Speed Alert Example Press the ALERTS...
  • Page 21: Sensor Placement & Mounting

    SENSORS Sensor Placement & Mounting For Accurate Thermo-Hygro Sensor Measurements • Use the hole at the top to hang your sensor from the back using a nail. or, insert one mounting screw through the front of your sensor. • Mount your sensor on a north-facing wall or in a shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is preferred to avoid inaccurate readings from the sun.
  • Page 22 SENSORS Cyclone Sensor Mounting Basic Installation Fence posts, poles, decks, and mailboxes are common mounting options due to their convenience. Many users prefer these types of locations as the data they provides is accurate from their ground level. However, because the wind in these spots is often affected by obstructions, the readings may differ when compared to local reporting stations.
  • Page 23 SENSORS Cyclone Sensor Mounting Flexible Installation Hand Screw Install the Hand Screw to the bracket, then Secure the Cyclone This configuration allows you to attach the sensor to angled Sensor to the Mast by tightening the screws on the side. locations and easily make adjustments to ensure the Mast and Sensor are level.
  • Page 24: Cleaning The Rain Sensor

    SENSORS Cleaning the Rain Sensor Remove the Rain Funnel by firmly twisting the funnel Clear any leaves, insects, or other debris to allow the Rain counter-clockwise and lifting up. Tipper to rock freely. Check and clear the Drainage Holes located on the underside of the sensor. After cleaning, re-install the Rain Funnel by placing You should feel the funnel lock into place when one of it back into the sensor and twisting clockwise until...
  • Page 25: Add-On Sensors

    SENSORS Featured Add-On Sensors WATER LEAK SENSOR BBQ SENSOR POOL SENSOR FEATURES INCLUDE: FEATURES INCLUDE: FEATURES INCLUDE: Water Detection Two Hi-Temperature Probes Water Temperature Ambient Temperature Backlit Display & Storage Case Floating Design with LCD Display App Screenshot App Screenshot App Screenshot USE CASE: Place under the kitchen sink USE CASE: Set independent timers...
  • Page 26: Appendix

    APPENDIX Specifications STATION (V42/BP73736) • Indoor Temperature Range: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) • Indoor Humidity Range: 10 to 99%RH • Power Requirements: 5.0V Adapter (included) + Battery Backup: 1 “CR2032” Coin Cell Battery (included) Saves time/date when station is unplugged The plug on the power adapter is intended to serve as the disconnect device, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
  • Page 27 CYCLONE SENSOR (LTV-WSDR1) • Wind Speed Range: 0 to 111 mph (0 to 178 kph) • Rainfall Range: 0 to 393.6 Inches (0 to 9999 mm) • Transmission Range: 400 feet (121 meters) open air • Power Requirements: 3 “AA” Batteries (not included) •...
  • Page 28: Coin Cell Battery

    APPENDIX Coin Cell Battery • INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery. • DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested. • A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours. •...
  • Page 29 APPENDIX Coin Cell Battery 1. Swallowing may lead to serious injury in as little as 2 hours or death, due to chemical burns and potential perforation of the esophagus. 2. If you suspect your child has swallowed or inserted a coin cell battery, immediatley seek urgent medical assistance.
  • Page 30: Fcc Statement

    APPENDIX FCC Statement 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 31: Warranty

    Representatives are available Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm CST Warranty Recycling & Disposal La Crosse Technology Ltd. provides a 1-year limited-time Please consider the environment when deciding to dispose of this product. Although household electronics are generally safe to use on a daily basis,...
  • Page 32: Double Warranty Offer

    DOUBLE YOUR WARRANTY Scan the QR Code or visit: bit.ly/v42_register to register your product and double the standard 1-year warranty for free by opting to recieve occasional product emails.

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