WS-2812U-IT Wireless Professional Weather Center Operations Manual Revision: 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS…………………………………………………………………….……………...2 INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………….………….5 INVENTORY OF CONTENTS…………………………………………………………………………..…6 FEATURES……………………………………………………………………………….………………....7 Wireless display……………………………………………………………….………………...7 Thermo-hygro sensor………………………………………………………….…………….…7 Wind sensor……………………………………………………………………………………...8 Rain Sensor………………………………………………………………………….………...
The following Weather Alarms can be adjusted in ALARM set mode…………..…20 Default Weather Alarm values………………………………………………………..……20 Pressure Alarms………………………………………………………………………….…….21 Indoor Temperature Alarms……………………………………………………………..….21 Indoor Humidity Alarms……………………………………………………………….……..22 Outdoor Temperature Alarms……………………………………………………….……..22 Outdoor Humidity Alarms……………………………………………………………….…..23 Wind Gust Alarm……………………………………………………………………….……..23 Wind Direction Alarm…………………………………………………………………….
C ongratulations on purchasing this state-of-the-art weather station. Featuring time, date, weather forecast, wind gust and wind speed, indoor/outdoor temperature and humidity, air pressure and rainfall, this weather station will provide various weather information and weather forecasts.
INVENTORY OF CONTENTS Carefully open the package and check that the following contents are complete: Wind Sensor TX63U-IT Rain Sensor TX58UN-IT Mast holder Right angle adaptor 1 x U-bolts 2 Washers + 2 Nuts Plastic Reset Rod Contains solar rechargeable alkaline power cells.
FEATURES: WIRELESS DISPLAY Time display in 12/24 hour time format Automatic time and date (PC time) update from USB transceiver if connected; otherwise, user must manually set Calendar display (date, month, year) Weather forecast with 3 weather icons (sunny, cloudy, and rainy) with weather tendency indicator Temperature display in °F/°C: from -39.8°F to 139.8°F Humidity display in RH%: from 1% to 99% Dew point display in °F/°C: from -39.8°F to 139.
WIND SENSOR 100% solar-powered with built-in rechargeable alkaline power cell (not replaceable). High-efficient solar panels maintain operation throughout all seasons Transmission range: 200 feet (Open field, free of obstructions) RAIN SENSOR Self-emptying bucket Requires 2-AA alkaline batteries (not included) Transmission range: 200 feet (Open field, free of obstructions) SET UP: IMPORTANT: Make sure to observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.
then 4 minutes for the rain sensor. If not successful within 4 minutes, the thermo-hygro sensor will stop looking for the other sensors. 5. Setup troubleshooting: If the sensor data fails to display for any of the outdoor sensors within 10 minutes, (“- - -“ is displayed), remove the batteries from all units for 1 minute and start the Setup procedure again at Step 1.
If the sensor wireless icons drop from the display as you move them into their intended locations, the sensors may be too far from the wireless display. Try moving the wireless display or the sensors closer and wait a few minutes to see if the wireless icons display again. If the wireless icons are still not displayed after re-positioning the sensors or the wireless display, press and hold the ▲UP ARROW key for 2 seconds to re-synchronize the wireless display with the sensors.
Position the display station to receive data from the thermo-hygro sensor and send data to the USBTRX-10, which plugs into the computer and downloads information to the Heavy Weather Pro PC software. Read the Release Notes to verify the correct software version and download the free Heavy Weather Pro PC software at: http://www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/software.php The Software User’s Guide is found in the ?|Help menu item in the software after installation.
Stop the weather alarm when ringing MIN/MAX KEY Press to display minimum and maximum records of various weather data Stop the weather alarm when ringing MODE 1 DISPLAY: Press the SET key to toggle between Mode 1 and Mode 2 display: Pressure history graph displays 24 hour history Outdoor temperature displayed in the outdoor section Wind speed displayed in the wind section MODE 2 DISPLAY: Press the SET key to toggle between Mode 1 and Mode 2 display: Pressure history graph disp
MANUAL SETTING: Press and hold the SET key for 3 seconds to enter the SET mode. The display will automatically return to Mode 1 display in 30 seconds if a key is not pressed. While in SET mode, each press of the SET key will advance to the next SET mode item: 1. LCD contrast setting 2. Manual time setting 3. 12/24 hour time display 4. Date setting 5. °F/°C temperature unit setting 6. Wind speed unit 7. Rainfall unit setting 8. Air pressure unit setting 9. Relative pressure reference value setting 10.
12/24 HOUR TIME DISPLAY SETTING: The time can be set as 12-hour or 24-hour format. To change the time display: 1. The "12h" or "24h" digits will flash. 2. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to toggle the value. 3. Press the SET key to confirm and to enter the DATE SETTING. DATE SETTING: The default date is 1. 1. of the year 2009.
1. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to toggle between the unit “inch” or “mm” 2. Press the SET key to confirm and to enter the RELATIVE AIR PRESSURE UNIT SETTING RELATIVE AIR PRESSURE UNIT SETTING The relative air pressure can be set as inHg (inches of mercury) or hPa (hectopascal). The default unit is inHg. 1. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to toggle between the unit “inHg" or “hPa” 2. Press the SET key to confirm and to enter the RELATIVE PRESSURE REFERENCE VALUE SETTING.
STORM WARNING THRESHOLD VALUE SETTING A storm warning is displayed by flashing of the down weather tendency arrow when the air pressure decreases a specified amount over six hours. The sensitivity value for the storm warning display can be set between .09 inHg to .27 inHg (3hPa to 9hPa). The default value is 0.15 inHg. 1. The sensitivity value will flash. 2. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to select the value. 3. Press the SET key to confirm and to enter the STORM ALARM ON/OFF SETTING.
FACTORY RESET PROCEDURE WARNING: Performing a factory reset will erase all MIN/MAX values and weather data stored in the display's internal memory and return the weather units settings back to the factory defaults. If you have not yet uploaded the data to the Heavy Weather Pro software, the data will be lost.
WEATHER ALARM OPERATIONS The Weather alarms can be set when certain weather conditions are met according to the requirements. For example, you can set the thresholds for the outdoor temperature to +104°F (high) and 14°F (low), while enabling the high alarm and disabling the low alarm (i.e. temperatures <14°F won’t trigger alarm, but temperatures >+104°F will).
(In or Out) High 70% PRESSURE ALARMS 1. In the normal display mode, press the ALARM key once. The high-pressure alarm display will be shown. 2. Press and hold the SET key for about 2 seconds. The pressure digit will flash. 3. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to set the high-pressure alarm value. Hold the arrow key in to change the value faster. 4. Press the ALARM key to confirm the setting. The digit will stop flashing. 5. Press the SET key to switch the alarm on or off.
INDOOR HUMIDITY ALARMS 1. The high indoor humidity alarm display will be shown. 2. Press and hold the SET key for about 2 seconds. The humidity digit will flash. 3. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to set the high indoor humidity alarm value. 4. Press the ALARM key to confirm the setting. The digit will stop flashing. 5. Press the SET key to switch the alarm on or off. The ((())) icon indicates the alarm is switched on. 6. Press the ALARM key once.
OUTDOOR HUMIDITY ALARMS 1. The high outdoor humidity alarm display will be shown. 2. Press and hold the SET key for about 2 seconds. The humidity digit will flash. 3. Press the ▲UP ARROW key or ▼DOWN ARROW key to set the high outdoor humidity alarm value. 4. Press the ALARM key to confirm the setting. The digit will stop flashing. 5. Press the SET key to switch the alarm on or off. The ((())) icon indicates the alarm is switched on. 6. Press the ALARM key once.
7. Press the SET key to confirm the next wind direction value. A pointer icon will appear inside of the compass circle to indicate an alarm setting for that wind direction. You can set as many wind direction alarms as you desire. 8. Press the ALARM key to confirm the setting. The digit will stop flashing. 9. Press the SET key to switch on or off the alarm. The ((())) icon indicates the alarm is switched on. 10. Press the ALARM key to move to the 24-hour rainfall alarm settings. 24 HOUR RAINFALL ALARM 1.
WEATHER FORECAST AND WEATHER TENDENCY WEATHER FORECASTING ICONS: Sunny Cloudy with sunny intervals Rainy For every sudden or significant change in the air pressure, the weather icons will update accordingly to represent the change in weather. Every time a new average pressure value has been obtained (once per minute), this value is compared with an internal reference value.
weather forecast for the next 48-60 hours, as the Weather Center may mistake the new location as being a possible change in air-pressure when really it is due to the slight change of altitude. WEATHER TENDENCY INDICATOR Working together with the weather icons is the weather tendency indicators (arrows located on the left and right sides of the weather icons).
Note: For accurate barometric pressure trend, the Weather Center should operate at the same altitude. Should the unit be moved, for instance from the ground to the second floor of the house, the readings for the next 48-60 hours shall be discarded. Note: The bar graph will scroll right to left regularly to prevent LCD burnout. WIND DIRECTION AND WIND SPEED MEASUREMENT A pointer on the outer circle of the compass indicates the current wind direction.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. MIN/MAX outdoor temperature with the date and time of recording MIN/MAX dew point temperature with the date and time of recording MIN/MAX outdoor humidity with the date and time of recording MAX wind gust with the date and time of recording Total rainfall with the date the rainfall total was last reset. If the rainfall total has not yet been reset, "---. --. ---- will be displayed for the date. MAX icon RESET THE MIN/MAX WEATHER DATA 1. Press MIN/MAX key to show the desired weather data.
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. Never touch the exposed electronic circuit of the device as there is a danger of electric shock should it become exposed. Do not expose the display to extreme and sudden temperature changes, this may lead to rapid changes in forecasts and readings and thereby reduce their accuracy.
0 to 12 bft 0 to 97.1 knots with resolution of 0.19 knots 0 to 50 m/s with resolution of 0.1 m/s (displays "OF.L" when > 111.62 mph; 49.9 m/s) WIND CHILL -40°F to +139.8°F with 0.2°F resolution -40ºC to +59.9ºC with 0.1°C resolution (displays "OF.L" if outside this) RAINFALL 0" to 393.7" with 0.01 inch resolution 0 to 9999 mm with 0.1 mm resolution (displays "OF.L" when > 393.
POWER CONSUMPTION WEATHER CENTER 3 x C size batteries (IEC LR14, 1.5V) THERMO-HYGRO TRANSMITTER 2 x C size batteries (IEC LR14, 1.5V) RAIN SENSOR 2 x AA size batteries (IEC LR6, 1.5V) WIND SENSOR Solar powered BATTERY LIFE Approximately 24 months (Alkaline batteries recommended) LIABILITY DISCLAIMER The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances. Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and/or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment.
FCC STATEMENT Statement according to FCC part 15.19: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Statement according to FCC part 15.21: Modifications not expressly approved by this company could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Statement according to FCC part 15.
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.
La Crosse Technology, Ltd 2817 Losey Blvd. S. La Crosse, WI 54601 Customer Support: www.lacrossetechnology.com/support For more information: www.lacrossetechnology.
