Mounting/Positioning Outdoor Sensor; Position Forecast Station; Distance/Resistance/Interference - La Crosse 308-146 User Manual

View Dew Point Temperature: From a normal display, press the HEAT/DEW button twice and Dew
Point will show instead of the outdoor ambient temperature. The words "Dew Point" will show near
outdoor temperatures.
Note: Dew Point is lower than the actual temperature.

Mounting/Positioning Outdoor sensor

First: Place the outdoor sensor in the desired shaded location and the forecast station in the home. Wait
approximately 1 hour before permanently mounting the outdoor sensor to ensure that there is proper
reception.
POSITION
 Mount outdoor temperature outdoor sensors vertically.
 Protect the outdoor sensor from standing rain or snow and from the overhead sun, which can cause it
to read incorrectly.
 Mounting under an eave or deck rail works well.
 If you choose, you can construct a small roof or box for the outdoor sensor. Be sure a box has vents.
 Mount the outdoor sensor on the North side where to prevent sun from causing incorrect readings.
 Mount at least 6 feet in the air for a strong RF (radio frequency) signal.
 Outdoor sensors are water resistant, not waterproof.
 Avoid more than one wall between the outdoor sensor and the forecast station.
 The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 200 feet (60 meters).
 Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal objects can reduce the range.
 Do not mount near electrical wires, transmitting antennas or other items that will
signal.
 RF (radio frequency) signals do not travel well through moisture or dirt.
 Do not mount the outdoor sensor on a metal fence. This significantly reduces the effective range.
MOUNT
Option 1:
 Install one mounting screw (not included) into a wall.
 Place the outdoor sensor onto the screw (hanging hole on the backside).
 Gently pull down to lock the screw in place.
Option 2:
 Insert the mounting screw through the front of the outdoor sensor and into the wall.
 Tighten the screw to snug (do not over tighten).

Position Forecast station

 The forecast station has a wide base to sit on a desk or table.
 Place within
range of the outdoor sensor.
 The maximum transmitting range in open air is 200 feet (60 meters).
 Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal objects can reduce the range.
 Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics such as cordless phones, wireless gaming
systems, televisions, microwaves, routers, baby monitors, etc., which can prevent signal reception.
 Be aware of electrical wires and plumbing within a wall. This will interfere with RF (radio frequency)
signal reception.

Distance/Resistance/Interference

Distance:
 The maximum transmitting range in open air is over 200 feet (60 meters) between the outdoor sensor
and the forecast station. This range is in open air with ideal conditions.
 Consider what is in the signal path between the forecast station and the outdoor sensor.
 Avoid placing electronic in the signal path between the forecast station and the outdoor sensor.
Resistance:
 Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large metal objects can reduce the range.
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