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ATOMIC CLOCK WITH INDOOR TEMP/HUMIDITY AND OUTDOOR
TEMPERATURE
Instruction Manual
FEATURES:
ATOMIC CLOCK:
LCD1
display
LCD2
display
Function keys
• WWVB Radio controlled time with manual time setting
• Time display: hour, minute, second
• Alarm setting with snooze function
• Complete calendar display
• Weekday display (3 languages to choose from: English, French and Spanish)
• Time zone setting
• Daylight savings time ON/OFF option (DST)
• Indoor temperature and humidity display
• Outdoor temperature display via 433MHz transmission
• Wall mount or freestanding
• Current moon phase display
WS-8248
Hanging holes
Battery cover
Foldable stands
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER:
• Remote transmission of outdoor temperature to the atomic clock by 433 MHz signals
• Wall mounting case
TO INSTALL AND REPLACE BATTERIES IN THE TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER
The transmitter uses 2 x AA,1.5V batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please follow the
steps below:
1.
Remove the cover.
2.
Insert the batteries, observing the correct polarity (see marking inside battery compartment).
3.
Replace the battery cover on the unit.
Alkaline batteries are recommended for use in both units. Avoid using rechargable batteries.
TO INSTALL AND REPLACE BATTERIES IN THE ATOMIC CLOCK
The atomic clock uses 3 x AA, 1.5V batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please follow the
steps below:
1.
Pull down on the tab at the top of the battery cover and lift up to remove the cover.
2.
Insert batteries observing the correct polarity (see marking inside battery compartment).
3.
Replace compartment cover.
DO NOT SET THE CLOCK.
SETTING UP:
Mounting Bracket
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Summary of Contents for La Crosse Technology WS-8248
- Page 1 OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER: WS-8248 ATOMIC CLOCK WITH INDOOR TEMP/HUMIDITY AND OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE Instruction Manual Mounting Bracket FEATURES: Hanging holes ATOMIC CLOCK: • Remote transmission of outdoor temperature to the atomic clock by 433 MHz signals LCD1 display • Wall mounting case...
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Page 2: Function Keys
To set the alarm ON/OFF Alkaline batteries are recommended for use in both units. Avoid using rechargable To display the alarm time in normal mode display batteries. To exit the setting modes SNZE key : To activate the snooze function during alarm NOTE: Do not set the clock until the outdoor temperature is displayed. -
Page 3: Time Zone Setting
If the atomic clock has already successfully received the WWVB time signal and displays the correct time and date, then the Manual settings can be skipped. TIME ZONE SETTING The time zone can be set between the –1 to –12 hour or Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) range. After completion of the above described procedures in “Setting up”... -
Page 4: Radio-Controlled Time Setting
Press and release the + key to select DST ON or OFF. Press and release the SET key to confirm the DST setting and continue to the Radio-controlled time setting. Note: The DST default is “ON”, meaning that the WWVB will automatically change the time according to Daylight Saving Time in the spring and fall. - Page 5 To enter into the alarm setting mode: WWVB time reception takes place from 12:00 am through 6:00 am each day (attempts WWVB Hold the ALM key for 5 seconds. The hour digits start flashing. reception every full hour within this time frame). When the time signal is received for example at 1:00 Press and release the + key to set the hour.
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Page 6: Changing The Display Mode
433MHz RECEPTION CHECK FOR OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER The atomic clock will receive the temperature data within 4 minutes. If the temperature data has not been received 4 minutes after setting up (the display shows “- - -”), then please check the following To change the display: points: 1. -
Page 7: Wwvb Radio Controlled Time
The NIST radio station, WWVB, is located in Ft. Collins, Colorado and transmits the exact time signal continuously throughout the United States at 60 kHz. The signal can be received up to 2,000 miles MOON PHASES FOR THE WS-8248 away through the internal antenna in the atomic clock. However, due to the nature of the Earth’s Ionosphere, reception is very limited during daylight hours. -
Page 8: Troubleshooting
To achieve a true temperature reading, avoid mounting where direct sunlight can reach the outdoor temperature transmitter. It is recommended to mount the outdoor temperature transmitter on a POSITIONING THE OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER North-facing wall or in any well shaded area. The maximum transmitting range is 330 feet (100 The outdoor temperature transmitter can be mounted in two ways: meters). -
Page 9: Care And Maintenance
• Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage and damage. Replace only with 3) Be sure the atomic clock is at least 6 feet (2 meters) from any electrical devices, i.e. TV sets, computers, or other radio controlled clocks. new batteries of the recommended size. -
Page 10: Warranty Information
For best performance, batteries should be replaced at least once a year to maintain the best running La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as accuracy. Ensure that the batteries used are new and the correct size. - Page 11 Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you. For warranty work, technical support, or information contact: La Crosse Technology, Ltd 2809 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone: 608.782.1610...
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