Ambient 7-Day Forecaster User Manual

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  • Page 1 G U I D E...
  • Page 2 Ambient Devices® , the Ambient logo, Ambient Information Network and Ambient 5-Day and 7-Day Forecasters are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ambient Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. © 2001-2007 Ambient Devices, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome to Ambient Devices Getting to know your 5-Day / 7-Day Forecaster Select your location 7-Day Forecaster features 11 Additional Forecaster functions 13 How to personalize your Forecaster 14 Troubleshooting Guide...
  • Page 4: Welcome To Ambient Devices

    Welcome to Ambient Devices Ambient Devices products are designed to keep you informed with just a glance. Our products create a seamless link between you and the information you care about. Our products operate on one of the largest and most reliable wireless networks in the United States.
  • Page 5 Your Forecaster receives updates several times per hour to give you up-to-date weather information, whenever you need it. Right out of the box, your device will provide weather information for 150 locations in the United States. Just plug it in, wait for your first update, and you’re all set! Use the LOCATION button to select which forecast you want to view.
  • Page 6 Get to know your 5-Day / 7-Day Forecaster Receiving your first update Your Forecaster operates on AC power using the included adapter. The Forecaster can also run on 4 AA batteries (not included). When running on battery power, the backlight function of the Forecaster is unavailable.
  • Page 7 Place your Forecaster in an area where it receives a good signal. Check the SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR on the front of the device. If your Forecaster is only getting one bar, move it closer to a window or try going upstairs. Two or three bars of signal strength will ensure your Forecaster stays up to date and will improve battery life.
  • Page 8 5-Day Forecaster Self-setting network time Current temperature, temperature trend, Today’s forecasted and forecast location. high / low temperatures and conditions Next four days’ forecasted high / low temperatures and conditions...
  • Page 9 7-Day Forecaster Self-setting network time Current temperature, Today’s forecasted and temperature trend. high / low temperatures and forecast location. Wind speed and direction UV index rating from 0 (very low risk) to 11+ (serious risk) Next six days’ forecasted high / low temperatures...
  • Page 10: Select Your Location

    Select your location Your Forecaster receives weather information for 150 locations in the United States. Press the LOCATION buttons to the right of the screen repeatedly until the desired location appears on the display. Locations are organized alphabetically by state, and you can move through the list by pressing the LOCATION buttons up and down, respectively.
  • Page 11: Day Forecaster Features

    7-Day Forecaster features The following features are only available on the 7-Day Forecaster. UV Index The Forecaster displays the current UV index on a scale from 0 (very low risk) to 11+ (serious risk to unprotected skin). Wind Speed The Forecaster displays current wind speed and direction. By default, wind speed is measured in miles per hour, and will change to kilometers per hour if you change the temperature from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
  • Page 12 High Pollen This alert indicates that pollen levels are higher than usual in the selected location. Low Air Quality This alert indicates that low air quality has been reported in the selected location.
  • Page 13: Additional Forecaster Functions

    Additional Forecaster functions Time adjustment The Forecaster automatically receives accurate network time for your region. However, if you live on the border of a time zone, you may need to adjust the hour. To adjust the hour, press the TIMEZONE button, which is located on the back of the device.
  • Page 14 Tabletop Stand Slide the LEG STAND into the back housing of the unit to make it freestanding. Wall Mount Insert a nail or screw into your desired spot on a wall and place the HANGING HOLE over it. “No Coverage” Message This message will appear when your device has been unable to receive signal for an extended period.
  • Page 15: How To Personalize Your Forecaster

    How to personalize your Forecaster Extra Forecaster features may be available for a small subscription fee. If you’re interested in being notified when these features are available, please let us know. You can request email updates at www.ambientdevices.com...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide My Forecaster’s display is totally blank Confirm that the batteries are properly aligned with the (+) and (–) terminals, and be sure to use fresh batteries. If you’re using the AC adapter, make sure it’s plugged into a live outlet. I turned it on and now the screen just shows little dashes This happens until your Forecaster receives its first update from our network.
  • Page 17 that the next update your Forecaster receives will remedy this situation. If you’ve waited four hours or more without seeing the rest of the screen display data, check the signal indicator to ensure that your Forecaster is able to receive updates. I don’t see any bars next to the signal strength indicator This means that your Forecaster is in an area with poor reception.
  • Page 18 My clock’s time is correct, but it still shows an incorrect or outdated forecast This is almost always the result of “lagging, ” a condition that occurs when your device is not receiving a consistently strong signal. If you notice this happening, try changing the location where you keep the Forecaster.
  • Page 19 Will this device work outside of the United States? Sorry, at present we only support Ambient Devices products within the United States. What can I do to improve battery life? Your Forecaster is designed to use very little battery power when it receives a strong signal.
  • Page 20 I have a question that’s not answered here. Please visit our support site: www.myambient.com/support Or contact us: Anytime: support@ambientdevices.com Business hours, EST: 1-866-311-1999...
  • Page 21 Ambient is due in full when shipped or delivered, whichever occurs first. Ambient may charge customer interest on any balance not paid within 30 days after the due date at the lesser of (i) 1.5% per month or (ii) the maximum rate permitted by law, from the due date until paid. The customer waives any right to dispute any charge unless the customer notifies Ambient of the dispute within 30 days after receipt of notice of the charge.
  • Page 22 7. Risk of Loss: The customer bears all risk for lost, damaged or stolen equipment. If offered by Ambient, the customer may enroll the equipment in Ambient’s Pager Loss Protection Program, upon Ambient’s standard terms and conditions for the program.
  • Page 23 30 days notice to customer, terminate this Agreement. 11. Denial of Service: If Ambient determines that the customer is excessively using the services, or is in any way causing an unreasonable burden on the Ambient Information Network, Ambient shall have the right to assess usage or other charges or otherwise modify the customer’s pricing.
  • Page 24 INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY OUT OF THIS AGREEMENT, THE EQUIPMENT OR THE SERVICES, EVEN IF AMBIENT AND ITS NETWORK AFFILIATES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POS- SIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IF ANY LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SET FORTH HEREIN IS UNENFORCEABLE OR INAPPLICABLE...
  • Page 25 Agreement, Ambient may, in its sole discretion, change the prices charged for equipment and/or services or change the equipment or services provided under this Agreement upon 30 days prior notice to the customer if Ambient deems such change necessary to comply with applicable law or regulation, or if Ambient determines that a change in applicable law or regulation substantially affects Ambient’s operating costs.
  • Page 26 WARNING Use indoors only. Close attention is necessary when this unit is operated near children. Do not allow children to play with this unit. It is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with any plastic bags that accompany this unit. Plastic bags may present a hazard to young children.
  • Page 27 FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION 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 protec- tions 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 these instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

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