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1
Shipping Contents
The shipping contents of the WS-3610 Touch Screen Weather Center include a Base
Station (Receiver), a Thermo-Hygro Sensor (433 MHz Transmitter), a Rain Sensor
and a Wind Sensor, the respective Connecting Cables, an AC Adapter and a CD-
ROM with a Package of PC Software for collected Weather Data.
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Connections
Connect the Rain Sensor and Wind sensor cables to their respectively marked jacks
in the Thermo-Hygro sensor BEFORE powering up the Base Station or the Thermo-
Hygro Sensor.
The Thermo-Hygro Sensor and Base Station can be directly connected via cable if
the wireless 433 MHz radio transmission is not desired, and data transmission free of
localized radio interference is an important factor.
(The use of the direct cable connection between the Base Station and Thermo-Hygro
Sensor depends on the finally chosen operating mode (see Item 3 Power Supply).
3
Power Supply
Depending on the type of data transmission from transmitter to receiver the Base
Station and Thermo-Hygro Sensor can be supplied with power in the following
possible combinations:
• With cable connection or 433 MHz radio transmission: Base Station uses batter-
ies, Thermo-Hygro Sensor uses batteries.
• With 433 MHz radio transmission: Base Station uses AC/DC adapter, Thermo-
Hygro Sensor batteries.
• With cable connection: Base Station and Thermo-Hygro Sensor use the AC/DC
adapter.
The last mentioned cable connection eliminates the need for batteries (they may still
be used as backup if there is a power outage) and provides data transmission that is
less prone to interference.
4
To Begin Operation
To begin it is necessary to decide whether to use AC power (adapter included) or
batteries to operate the system. Either method will ensure a connection to the
Thermo-Hygro Sensor and Base Station by cable or by a 433 MHz wireless radio
signal.
Note: When first setting up the Weather Center, it is important to temporarily
set up the entire system in close proximity on a table or counter top as it is
intended to be used (wired or wireless). This step serves as a test to ensure
that all components function correctly prior to final installation.
In all cases the Thermo-Hygro sensor must be powered up prior to the Base Station
since the Sensor will send an identification code that must be received and stored by
the Base Station within the first few minutes of operation. It is also important to allow
the Base Station to operate for at least 15 minutes prior to touching any fields on the
display.
Touch Screen Weather Center Model WS-3610
QUICK SET UP GUIDE
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- Page 1 Touch Screen Weather Center Model WS-3610 QUICK SET UP GUIDE Shipping Contents The shipping contents of the WS-3610 Touch Screen Weather Center include a Base Station (Receiver), a Thermo-Hygro Sensor (433 MHz Transmitter), a Rain Sensor and a Wind Sensor, the respective Connecting Cables, an AC Adapter and a CD- ROM with a Package of PC Software for collected Weather Data.
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Page 2: System Start 3.4
System Start After inserting the batteries or connecting the AC adapter, the LCD will display all of the digital segments for a few seconds. Immediately after this the Base Station will enter a test mode during which all measured and received weather data is cycled through, updated and displayed for a period of approximately 15 minutes. - Page 3 PC Connection In addition to the LCD monitor, the WS-3610 has the ability to transfer all collected time and weather data to a PC via a Com port connection. The supplied PC software provides complete sets of history data, data graphing, and webpage update capabilities.
- Page 4 TOUCH SCREEN WEATHER CENTER MODEL WS-3610 Operation Manual...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 ....General 2 ....Important Notes for Operating the Touch Screen 3 ....To Begin Operation 3.1 ..... Wiring the System 3.2 ..... Power Supply 3.2.1..Use Batteries for Power 3.2.2..Use AC Adapter for Power 3.2.3.. - Page 6 General The shipping contents of the WS-3610 Touch Screen Weather Center include a Base Station (Receiver), a Thermo-Hygro Sensor (433 MHz Sensor), a Rain Sensor and a Wind Sensor, the respective Connecting Cables, an AC Adapter and a CD-ROM with a Package of PC Software for collected Weather Data.
- Page 7 Important Notes for Operating the Touch Screen (Generally Applicable) • All actions and functions of the Weather Center begin by slightly touching, not pressing, the Touch Screen. • The switchable areas appear with a star ( )٭symbol in the bottom section of the LCD or above the corresponding values.
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Page 8: Power Supply
Wiring the System Connect the Rain Sensor and Wind sensor cables to their respectively marked jacks in the Thermo-Hygro sensor BEFORE powering up the Base Station or the Thermo-Hygro Sensor. The Thermo-Hygro Sensor and Base Station can be directly connected via cable if the wireless 433 MHz radio transmission is not desired, and/or data transmission free of localized radio interference is an important factor. -
Page 9: Cable Connection
It is also important to allow the Base Station to operate for at least 15 minutes prior to touching any part of the Touch Screen display. Once these steps have been completed, the correct operation of the entire weather system is ensured. 3.2.3 Cable Connection: When operating a completely wired system, (cable connection... -
Page 10: Placement
Note: The test mode is designed so that you may check all of the cables for correct connection and all of the components for proper function. • To manually test the Wind Sensor: manually turn the wind-gauge, moving the weather-vane. •... - Page 11 Setting Up: Note: Because of the default settings already determined by the manufacturer, it may not be necessary to alter the basic settings other than Relative Air Pressure (see further down) If changes to the settings are needed, they can easily be made if desired. Touching the screen in the center of the text display within the bottom two lines of the LCD will enter into the menu shown below.
- Page 12 Daylight Saving Time (DST) → Daylight Saving time can be set to on or off. The “ON” setting will automatically change the WWVB Time Display from summer time to wintertime and vice versa when it is activated. (Default is DST “ON”). To proceed, touch ٭NEXT.٭...
- Page 13 Relative Air Pressure (Rel. Pressure) → This should be set locally to ensure a valid reference for air pressure in regards to the local height above sea level (Default is 29.91 inHg). Weather Tendency (Tendency) → The Weather Tendency sensitivity has 3 steps of sensitivity: 0.06 inHg, 0.09 inHg, and 0.12 inHg.
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Page 14: Display Of Stored Min/Max Values And Alarm Value Settings
Once all of the settings have been made, touch ٭EXIT ٭to leave the basic setup mode. Display of stored Min/Max Values and Alarm Value Settings Upon recall, named values will display and flash in their respective sections. Min/Max and alarm values are recalled from the menu shown below which must be activated by touching the Touch Screen in the center of the text display section (last two lines at the bottom of the LCD). -
Page 15: Radio Controlled Wwvb Signal Reception And Clock
corresponding *LO AL* and *HI AL* fields; the individual values are displayed in the same manner as individual Min/Max values. (See above) At any time the opposite respective menu (MIN/MAX or ALARM) can be accessed via its corresponding field. Touching the *EXIT* field at any time will return the LCD to its normal display. - Page 16 Due to the nature of the earth’s ionosphere, WWVB signal reception is very limited during daylight hours. The base station will search for the signal every night when the reception is the strongest. The WWVB Radio Controlled Clock in the Base Station is normally controlled by the radio signal of the WWVB time code sensor and will thus set time and date automatically.
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Page 17: Weather Tendency
Set the year, month and date by touching either ٭UP ٭or ٭DOWN.٭ To leave the mode, touch ٭EXIT.٭ Note: By twice touching the DATE section, the display will toggle between the following: • Date in MM.DD.YY format • Weekday (abbrev.), Date of Day, Month •... -
Page 18: Barometric Pressure History Bar Graph
The text fields at the bottom of the LCD will display the weather condition (with time and date) that corresponds to the presently displayed weather symbol Sunny, Fair (Cloudy with sunny intervals) or Rainy. Barometric Pressure History Bar Graph (Pressure History) The air pressure history bar graph shows the progress of the barometric air pressure over a time period of 24 or 72 hours in the form of a 7-step bar graph. -
Page 19: Air Pressure
Important Note! Since operating and settings procedures are identical for all of the functions mentioned in the list above, you will use the same process described below for “Air Pressure” to set all of the functions mentioned in the list above. Air Pressure (Pressure) Example for Activating the Displays of Stored Maximum Values... - Page 20 Example for Setting of Alarms by means of the HI Alarm As in the example above, call up the corresponding menu in the bottom section of the LCD by touching the PRESSURE field. Proceed by touching ٭ALARM ٭in the section at the bottom of the LCD.
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Page 21: Operating And Setting The Rain Function
Note: Touching the PRESSURE section twice toggles the display between Relative (rel) and Absolute (abs) air pressure. All setting and display options only pertain to the presently displayed value. Operating and Setting the Rain Function Note: Besides the direct setting of the units for the rain amount in the basic setup procedure, it is possible to toggle between the following displays by touching the left part of the RAIN section twice:... - Page 22 Note: The alarm option is only offered during display of the last hour and last 24-hour rainfall amounts. No exact definition of alarm time is possible for weekly and monthly rain amounts; therefore these alarm functions have been omitted. • When touching the TOTAL field in the RAIN section, the total rain amount accumulated since the last deletion is displayed.
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Page 23: Operating And Setting The Wind Direction Alarm
12.1 Operating and Setting the Wind Direction Alarm In the Wind Direction display, the display of minimum or maximum values is unnecessary. However it is possible to set wind direction alarms. Call up the corresponding menu in the bottom section of the LCD by touching the center of the WIND field. -
Page 24: El Backlight
Operating and Setting the EL Backlight (light), Buzzer (sound), and Alarm history (fields in the WIND Section) EL Backlight (Light) 13.1 For enhanced readability of the LCD the EL backlight can be switched ON or OFF by touching the LIGHT field once. When the backlight is switched to “Enabled”, it will glow for approximately 20 seconds every time any of the LCD sections is touched. -
Page 25: Pc Connection
PC Connection In addition to the LCD monitor, the WS-3610 has the ability to transfer all collected time and weather data to a PC via a Com port connection. The supplied PC software provides complete sets of history data, data graphing, and webpage update capabilities. - Page 26 Furthermore the present weather data can be uploaded to web sites by means of the “Web Publisher” software. History data can be displayed as diagrams and graphs using the “Weather Review” software. For further details on the PC Connection please see the Help File on the installation disk for the software.
- Page 27 TX11U Rain Sensor The TX11U rain sensor is used in conjunction with the TX12U wind sensor and TX13U thermo/hygro sensor to gather and transmit information to the wireless weather station. INVENTORY OF CONTENTS 1. TX11U rain sensor 2. Mounting hardware SETTING UP BATTERY INSTALLATION The first step to powering up the weather station is to insert the...
- Page 28 Important: To avoid operating problems, please take note of battery polarity if inserting any batteries. Also do not press any buttons after start up until all sensor information has been displayed and the radio controlled time has set. Doing so may interrupt communication between the sensors and display or interrupt the WWVB time reception.
- Page 29 Mounting the Rain Sensor Funnel Portion Base portion For accurate results, the rain sensor should be securely mounted onto a horizontal surface about 2-3ft above the ground and in an open area away from trees or other coverings where rainfall may be reduced causing inaccurate readings.
- Page 30 5. Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to repair the unit. Contact La Crosse Technology for repairs. TX12U Wind Sensor The TX12U wind sensor is used in conjunction with a thermo/hygro sensor to gather and transmit information to the wireless weather station.
- Page 31 Base Station: Socket for Adaptor Socket for remote sensor PC COM Port Battery compartment Setting up using batteries: Sensor sockets...
- Page 32 Important: To avoid operating problems, please take note of battery polarity if inserting any batteries. Also do not press any buttons after start up until all sensor information has been displayed and the radio- controlled time has set. Doing so may interrupt communication between the sensor(s), sensor, and display or interrupt the WWVB time reception.
- Page 33 “MIN/MAX” key at anytime), the base station will start the WWVB radio-controlled time reception. Note for WWVB Radio-Controlled Time: The time and date display is based on the signal provided by the highly accurate government operated atomic clock in Ft. Collins, Colorado.
- Page 34 5. Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to repair the unit. Contact La Crosse Technology for repairs. TX13U Thermo/Hygro Sensor The TX13U Thermo/Hygro Sensor is used in conjunction with the...
- Page 35 SETTING UP First, choose to use the adaptor (included in this set) or batteries for operation. Both these methods allow for operation using wireless 433MHz transmission or cable connection between the base station and the sensors and setting up for both methods is as follows: Base Station: Socket for...
- Page 36 Setting up using batteries: Thermo/Hygro Sensor Sensor sockets Battery Battery Cover Compartment Sensor sockets Important: To avoid operating problems, please take note of battery polarity if inserting any batteries. Also do not press any buttons after start up until all sensor information has been displayed and the radio controlled time has set.
- Page 37 4. Open the base station’s battery cover located at the back of the unit and insert 3 x AA, IEC LR6, 1.5V batteries into the battery compartment and close the battery cover Setting up using the AC adaptor: 1) Power up all the sensors as described in setting up using batteries above 2) Using the AC adaptor (included), plug it into the mains outlet and power up the base station by inserting the adaptor jack...
- Page 38 Mounting the thermo/hygro Sensor Rain Cover Wall Bracket Main Unit An ideal mounting place for the thermo/hygro sensor would be the outer wall beneath the extension of a roof, as this will protect the sensor from direct sunlight and other extreme weather conditions.
- Page 39 5. Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to repair the unit. Contact La Crosse Technology for repairs. 6. Place the outdoor sensor in a well-shaded area that is protected from direct rainfall as it will read high if exposed to the sun.
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Page 40: Technical Data
Technical Data 15.1 Outdoor Data: Transmission Range in Open Field:..up to. 330 ft max. Measuring Interval Outdoor Data:..every 20 s Temperature Range: ......-40 °F to 139.8 °F (Display “OFL” outside this range) Resolution: ...........0.1 °F Measuring Range Rel. Humidity: ..1% to 99% Resolution: ...........1% Rain Volume Display:......0 to 39.4 in (1 hr, 24 hrs.) 0 to 98.4 in (last week,... -
Page 41: Indoor Data
15.4 Indoor Data: Measuring Interval Indoor Data:...every 20 s Temperature Range: ......14.2 °F to 139.8 °F (Display “OFL” outside this range) Resolution: ...........0.1 °F Measuring Range Rel. Humidity: ..1% to 99% Resolution: ...........1% Measuring Range Air Pressure: ...8.86 inHg to 32.45 inHg Resolution: ...........0.003 inHg Alarm Duration: ........about 2 minutes 15.5... -
Page 42: Pc Connection
15.6 PC Connection: Wiring: ..........COM Port Cable (included) Data Processing:........by PC only Software: ..........“Heavy Weather Pro 3600“ (included) Storage Intervals: .........1 min through 12 h, settable Data Volume: Base Station: ........1750 Data Sets max. in Ring Buffer EEPROM PC: ............Volume of Main Memory max. - Page 43 La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above.
- Page 44 LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION.