WS-9730U-IT Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
The Outdoor Temperature Sensor
Remote transmission of outdoor temperature to Weather Station by
915 MHz
Shower proof casing
Wall mounting case (Mounting at a sheltered place. Avoid direct rain
and sunshine)
Topic
Inventory of Contents
Features
Page
1
1
Setting Up
1
Battery Installation
Function keys
1-2
2
LCD Screen and Settings
Manual Settings
2
2-3
2
3
4
4
4
4
Weather Forecast and Tendency
Display of Indoor Temperature and Humidity Reading
Display of Outdoor Temperature Reading
Display of Indoor Maximum and Minimum records
Display of Outdoor Maximum and Minimum records
915 MHz Reception
SETTING UP:
Note:
This weather station receives only one outdoor sensor.
1.
2.
First, insert the batteries into the Temperature sensor. (see “Install and replace batteries in
the Temperature sensor“).
Immediately after and within 30 seconds, insert the batteries into Weather station (see “Install
and replace batteries in the Weather station”). Once the batteries are in place, all segments
of the LCD will light up briefly. Following the time as 12:00 and the "Weather girl" icon will be
displayed. If these are not displayed after 60 seconds, remove the batteries and wait for at
least 10 seconds before reinserting them.
Mounting
Care and Maintenance
Specifications
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5
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Warranty Information
This product offers:
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4.
After inserting the batteries, the Weather station will start receiving data from the sensor. The
outdoor temperature and the signal reception icon should then be displayed on the Weather
station. If this does not happen after 3 minutes, the batteries will need to be removed from both
units and reset from step 1.
In order to ensure sufficient 915 MHz transmission however, this should under good conditions
be a distance no more than 100 meters between the final position of the Weather Station and
the sensor (see notes on “Mounting” and “915 MHz Reception”).
INSTANT TRANSMISSION is the state-of-the-art new
wireless transmission technology, exclusively designed and
developed by LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY. INSTANT
TRANSMISSION offers you an immediate update (every 4
seconds!) of all your outdoor data measured from the
sensors: follow your climatic variations in real-time!
Note:
If the signal reception is not successful on the first frequency (915MHz) for 45 seconds, the
frequency is changed to 920MHz and the learning is tried another 45 seconds. If still not
successful the reception is tried for 45 seconds on 910MHz. This will also be done for re-
synchronization.
INVENTORY OF CONTENTS
1.
2.
3.
Wireless Weather Station
Wireless Outdoor Temperature Sensor (TX29U-IT) and mounting bracket.
Instruction Manual and Warranty Card.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
INSTALL AND REPLACE BATTERIES IN THE WEATHER STATION
The Weather station uses 2 x AA, IEC LR6, 1.5V batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please
follow the steps below:
FEATURES:
1.
2.
3.
Remove the cover at the back of the Weather station.
Insert batteries observing the correct polarity (see marking).
Replace compartment cover.
The Weather station
Hanging hole
LCD
Battery
Display
compartment
cover
INSTALL AND REPLACE BATTERIES IN THE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The Temperature Sensor uses 2 x AA, IEC LR6, 1.5V battery. To install and
replace the batteries, please follow the steps below:
Foldout
Stand
Function
Keys
12/24 hour display
Hour and minute display
Manual time setting
1.
2.
3.
Remove the battery compartment cover at the back of the sensor.
Insert the batteries, observing the correct polarity (see marking).
Replace the battery compartment cover on the unit.
Wireless transmission at 915 MHz
Signal reception intervals at 4-second
Display indoor and outdoor temperature and indoor humidity (% RH)
Temperature displayed in degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) selectable
Weather forecasting with 15 easy-to-read weather forecast signs featured by Weather girl
Indoor comfort level indicator
Indoor and Outdoor temperature display with MIN/MAX recording
All MIN/MAX recordings can be reset
Low battery indicator
Note:
In the event of changing batteries in any of the units, all units need to be reset by following the setting
up procedures. This is because a random security code is assigned by the sensor at start-up and this
code must be received and stored by the Weather station in the first 3 minutes of power being supplied
to it.
Table standing/ Wall mounting
For every sudden or significant change in the air pressure, the weather icons will update accordingly to
represent the change in weather. If the icons do not change, then it means either the air pressure has
not changed or the change has been too slow for the Weather Projection Station to register. However,
if the icon displayed is a sun or raining cloud, there will be no change of icon if the weather gets any
better (with sunny icon) or worse (with rainy icon) since the icons are already at their extremes.
°F/°C TEMPERATURE UNIT SETTING
The icons displayed forecasts the weather in terms of getting better or worse and not necessarily sunny
or rainy as each icon indicates. For example, if the current weather is cloudy and the rainy icon is
displayed, it does not mean that the product is faulty because it is not raining. It simply means that the
air pressure has dropped and the weather is expected to get worse but not necessarily rainy.
flashing
The default temperature reading is set to °F (degree Fahrenheit).
To select °C (degree Celsius):
Note:
After setting up, readings for weather forecasts should be disregarded for the next 12-24 hours. This
will allow sufficient time for the Weather station to collect air pressure data at a constant altitude and
therefore result in a more accurate forecast.
Common to weather forecasting, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. The weather forecasting
feature is estimated to have an accuracy level of about 75% due to the varying areas the Weather
station has been designed for use in. In areas that experience sudden changes in weather (for example
from sunny to rain), the Weather station will be more accurate compared to use in areas where the
weather is stagnant most of the time (for example mostly sunny).
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2.
The “°C or F” will be flashing, use the + key to toggle between “°C” and “°F”.
Once the desired temperature unit has been chosen, confirm with the SET key and exit the
setting mode.
WEATHER FORECAST AND TENDENCY:
The weather forecast icons (Weather girl):
One of the 15 different weather icons (featured by Weather girl with different clothing) is displayed in
the centre of LCD, which indicates the different forecast weather conditions (Sunny, Sunny + Cloudy or
Cloudy + Rainy) due to change in air pressure level and the current outdoor temperature:
If the Weather station is moved to another location significantly higher or lower than its initial standing
point (for example from the ground floor to the upper floors of a house), remove the batteries and re-
insert them after about 30 seconds. By doing this, the Weather station will not mistake the new location
as being a possible change in air-pressure when really it is due to the slight change of altitude. Again,
disregard weather forecasts for the next 12 to 24 hours as this will allow time for operation at a
constant altitude.
78.8F (26C)
66.2 to 78.6F
50 to 66F
(10 to 18.9C)
32 to 49.8F
(0 to 9.9C)
< 32F (0C)
(19 to 25.9C)
THE WEATHER TENDENCY INDICATOR
Sunny
Working together with the weather icons are the weather tendency indicators (the upward and
downward arrow located near the Weather girl). When the indicator points upwards, it means that the
air-pressure is increasing and the weather is expected to improve, but when indicator points
downwards, the air-pressure is dropping and the weather is expected to become worse.
78.8F (26C)
66.2 to 78.6F
(19 to 25.9C)
50 to 66F
(10 to 18.9C)
32 to 49.8F
(0 to 9.9C)
< 32F (0C)
Therefore, user may see how the weather has changed and is expected to change. For example, if the
indicator is pointing downwards together with cloudy icons, it means that the last noticeable change in
the weather was when it was sunny (the sunny icon only). Therefore, the next change in the weather
will be the cloudy icons since the indicator is pointing downwards.
Sunny +
Cloudy
Note:
Once the weather tendency indicator has registered a change in air pressure, it will remain
permanently visualized on the LCD.
When the tendency indicator is pointing to the right, it means that no pressure change has been
detected by the weather station from the beginning. Therefore, the coming weather condition is
expected to be more or less the same as the current condition.
TREND
The coming weather condition is expected to be more
or less the same as the current condition
78.8F (26C)
66.2 to 78.6F
(19 to 25.9C)
50 to 66F
(10 to 18.9C)
32 to 49.8F
(0 to 9.9C)
< 32F (0C)
THE COMFORT LEVEL INDICATOR:
The comfort level indicator is located at the right of the weather girl icon:
Cloudy +
Rainy
Comfortable
:
:
A happy face icon “” indicating a temperature level between 20°C and 25.9°C
and relative humidity reading between 45% and 65%.
Uncomfortable
A sad face icon “” indicating any value outside the comfortable range.
DISPLAY OF INDOOR TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY READING:
The indoor temperature and humidity are measured and displayed on the second section of the LCD.
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915 MHz RECEPTION
The Weather station should receive the temperature data within 5 minutes after set-up. If the
temperature data is not received 5 minutes after setting up (not successfully continuously, the outdoor
display shows “- - -” ), please check the following points:
Indoor Relative
Humidity %
1.
2.
3.
4.
The distance of the Weather station or sensor should be at least 1.5 to 2 meters away from any
interfering sources such as computer monitors or TV sets.
Avoid positioning the Weather station onto or in the immediate proximity of metal window
frames.
Using other electrical products such as headphones or speakers operating on the same signal
frequency (915MHz) may prevent correct signal transmission and reception.
Neighbours using electrical devices operating on the 915MHz signal frequency can also cause
interference.
Indoor icon
Indoor
Temperature
DISPLAY OF OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE READING:
The outdoor temperature is measured and displayed on the first section of the LCD.
Note:
When the 915MHz signal is received correctly, do not re-open the battery cover of either the sensor or
Weather station, as the batteries may spring free from the contacts and force a false reset. Should this
happen accidentally then reset all units (see Setting up above) otherwise transmission problems may
occur.
The transmission range is about 100 m from the sensor to the Weather station (in open space).
However, this depends on the surrounding environment and interference levels. If no reception is
possible despite the observation of these factors, all system units have to be reset (see Setting up).
Outdoor icon
Outdoor
Temperature
DISPLAY OF OUTDOOR MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURE RECORDS:
MOUNTING
1.
Press the OUT button once, the min outdoor temperature will be displayed.
POSITIONING THE WEATHER STATION:
The Weather Station may be hung onto wall easily or free standing.
Outdoor icon
To wall mount
Choose a sheltered place. Avoid direct rain and sunshine.
Before wall mounting, please check that the outdoor temperature values can be received from the
desired locations.
Min outdoor
temperature
Min icon
2.
3.
By pressing OUT button once more, the max outdoor temperature will be shown.
Press one more OUT button to advance to normal display.
RESETTING THE OUTDOOR MAXIMUM/ MINIMUM TEMPERATURE RECORDS
Note: The outdoor minimum and maximum records are to be reset at the same time
1.
2.
Fix a screw (not supplied) into the desired wall, leaving the head
extended out the by about 5mm.
Remove the stand from the Weather Station by pulling it away from the
base and hang the station onto the screw. Remember to ensure that it
locks into place before releasing.
1.
In normal display mode, press the OUT key once. The min outdoor temperature will be
displayed.
2.
Then press and hold the OUT key for about 3 seconds, this will reset the outdoor minimum and
maximum temperatures to the current value.
DISPLAY OF INDOOR MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURE RECORDS:
1.
In normal display mode, press the IN button once. The min indoor temperature will be shown in
the LCD.
2.
Then press the IN button one more time, the max indoor temperature will be shown.:
Free standing
With the foldout stand, the weather station can be placed onto any flat surface.
Max icon
Indoor icon
Max indoor
temperature
3.
Press one more time the IN button to go back to the normal display.
POSITIONING THE TEMPERATURE SENSOR:
The Sensor is supplied with a holder that may be attached to a wall with the
RESETTING THE INDOOR MAXIMUM/ MINIMUM RECORDS
Note: The indoor minimum and maximum records are to be reset at the same time
1.
2.
two screws supplied. The Sensor can also be position on a flat surface by
securing the stand to the bottom to the Sensor.
In normal display mode, press the IN key once. The min indoor temperature will be displayed.
Then press and hold the IN key for about 3 seconds, this will reset the indoor minimum and
maximum temperatures to the current value.
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To wall mount:
1. Secure the bracket onto a desired wall using the screws and plastic anchors.
2. Clip the remote temperature sensor onto the bracket.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in
materials and workmanship.
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products purchased and used in
North America and only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty service, the purchaser
must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service
can only be performed by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. The original dated bill of sale
must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to 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. All replaced parts and products become the property of La Crosse Technology, Ltd and must
be returned to La Crosse Technology, Ltd. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original
warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay all expenses for labor
and materials for all repairs covered by this warranty. If necessary repairs are not covered by this warranty, or if
a product is examined which is not in need or repair, you will be charged for the repairs or examination. The
owner must pay any shipping charges incurred in getting your La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a La
Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay ground return shipping
charges to the owner of the product to a USA address only.
Note:
Before permanently fixing the sensor wall base, place all units in the desired locations to check that the
outdoor temperature reading is receivable. In event that the signal is not received, relocate the sensors
or move them slightly as this may help the signal reception.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
Extreme temperatures, vibration and shock should be avoided as these may cause damage to
the unit and give inaccurate forecasts and readings.
When cleaning the display and casings, use a soft damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or
scouring agents as they may mark the LCD and casings.
Do not submerge the unit in water.
Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage and damage. Replace only with
new batteries of the recommended type.
Do not make any repair attempts to the unit. Return them to their original point of purchase for
repair by a qualified engineer. Opening and tampering with the unit may invalidate their
guarantee.
Do not expose the units to extreme and sudden temperature changes, this may lead to rapid
changes in forecasts and readings and thereby reduce their accuracy.
Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following
specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (including the lack of
reasonable and necessary maintenance); (2) damage occurring during shipment (claims must be presented to
the carrier); (3) damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or decorative surface; (4) damage resulting from
failure to follow instructions contained in your owner’s manual; (5) damage resulting from the performance of
repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorized La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service
center; (6) units used for other than home use (7) applications and uses that this product was not intended or
(8) the products inability to receive a signal due to any source of interference.. This warranty covers only actual
defects within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation,
normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations
resulting from installation-related circumstances.
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. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to your State. Some
States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the above exclusion of
limitation may not apply to you.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Temperature measuring range:
For warranty work, technical support, or information contact:
Indoor
:
14.1°F to +139.8°F with 0.2°F resolution (-9.9ºC to +59.9ºC with 0.1ºC resolution);
“OF.L” displayed if outside this range
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2809 Losey Blvd. S.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: 608.782.1610
Fax: 608.796.1020
Outdoor
:
-39.8°F to +139.8°F with 0.2°F resolution (-39.9ºC to +59.9ºC with 0.1ºC resolution);
“OF.L” displayed if outside this range
Relative humidity measuring range:
Indoor
:
1% to 99% with 1% resolution (displays “- -” when lower than 1 %; displays
"99" % if higher than 99 %)
e-mail:
(warranty work)
Indoor temperature checking interval : every 15 seconds
Indoor humidity checking interval
Outdoor data reception
:
:
every 20 seconds
every 4 seconds
(information on other products)
web:
Power supply:
Weather station
Temperature sensor
:
:
2 x AA, IEC, LR6, 1.5V
2 x AA, IEC, LR6, 1.5V
Question? Instructions? Please visit:
Battery life cycle (Alkaline batteries recommended)
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and corrections made in the next issue. We accept no liability for technical mistakes or printing errors, or their
consequences.
Weather station
:
Approximately 24 months
Temperature sensor
:
Approximately 24 months
Dimensions (L x W x H)
Weather station
Temperature sensor
All trademarks and patents are acknowledged.
:
:
3.18" x 1.22" x 5.64" (80.8 x 30.9 x 143.2 mm)
1.50" x 0.83" x 5.05" (38.2 x 21.2 x 128.3 mm)
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